Dorian Finney-Smith Traded to Atlanta Hawks in Deal with Hornets

The Atlanta Hawks acquired veteran 3-and-D forward Dorian Finney-Smith from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Buddy Hield, Ryan Nembhard, and cash considerations. Atlanta made the move to fortify their frontcourt after rookie backup center Henri Veesaar suffered a torn ACL and to clear salary. Finney-Smith, 33, played 37 games last season for Houston due to ankle surgery and seeks to earn a consistent rotation spot under his new team with non-guaranteed future salary.