Onyeka Okongwu had a special night during the 2020 NBA Draft. The Atlanta Hawks [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/atlanta-hawks/] selected the Nigerian player as the number five overall pick in the draft. The University of South Carolina player was a top prospect in the NBA Draft. Many analysts projected him as a top-10 draft pick. Okongwu moved up several spaces during the draft from his original projections and ended up in the coveted top-five. Okongwu is a center, ranked number two in his position in the draft class. Playing for the University of South Carolina, Okongwu had a fantastic season. He averaged [https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/onyeka-okongwu-1.html] 16.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and almost 3 blocks a game. He is a great offensive and defensive player, something the Hawks really need. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Onyeka_Okongwu_jump_ball.jpg] Okongwu will be playing alongside All-Star Trae Young and fellow center Clint Capela in the Atlanta Hawks. He will provide significant size and defensive improvement for a team that has a poor defensive track record. WHY DID ATLANTA SELECT ONYEKA OKONGWU? Okongwu played highschool basketball alongside fellow draftee LaMelo Ball and his brother Lonzo (of the New Orleans Pelicans [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/new-orleans-pelicans/]) at Chino Hills. Now, all three are in the NBA. Okongwu has size, versatility, and great speed. In a team that is built around Trae Young, Okongwu will be a major piece for them. His ability on the fast break will be extremely helpful. While Okongwu is on the smaller size for a center, he can still grow into traditional NBA center dimensions in his career. Okongwu spoke to NBA Radio on Sirius XM about being selected in the NBA Draft. When asked about what part of his game attracted the Atlanta Hawks, he only had one word. “Defense, defense, defense. I’m versatile, I move well, I’m able to switch on different guards. I can tend with the big men down there. I’m a bruiser, so I can definitely guard bigger players and switch on the guards. It’s kind of a jack-of-all-trades. You can put me in any situation and I’ll be able okay with it. Not a lot of players like that in this draft.” Okongwu noted that his late brother was a big reason he made it to the NBA. Okongwu said he was still with him in spirit and said, “We did it. He knew that I was going to be an NBA player….He was with me in spirit tonight.” Okongwu will be starting next season with the Atlanta Hawks. One of his goals will be to earn the coveted Rookie of the Year award at the end of the season. 

Onyeka Okongwu was selected fifth overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2020 NBA
Draft. Now he reveals why the Atlanta Hawks drafted him.

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<h2 style="text-align: center">Atlanta Hawks 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report</h2>
The Atlanta Hawks compete in the NBA as a part of the Southeast Division in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks suffer the second-longest drought of not winning an NBA championship. 

The latest version of the Atlanta Hawks logo was introduced during the 2015/16 season, and it saw the return of the famous “Pac-Hawk” to the design. The Hawk is centered inside a red <a href="https://www.sportslogos.net/logos/view/22091682016/Atlanta_Hawks/2016/Primary_Logo" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">roundel</a> which contains the team’s name arched at the top and the bottom. 

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The Atlanta Hawks play their home games at the State Farm Arena. The multi-purpose arena was opened in 1999 and the Hawks made it their home ever since.

 After being renamed in 2018 due to sponsorship reasons, the arena underwent minor renovations and can now <a href="https://www.statefarmarena.com/about-the-arena/quick-facts" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">hold</a> 16,600 spectators during NBA games and over 21,000 fans during concerts! 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Who owns the Atlanta Hawks?</h2>
Private equity giant and venture capitalist Antony Ressler owns the controlling rights of the Atlanta Hawks. The Beverly Hills-based business tycoon owns a major share of the franchise, which he bought in 2015 for <a href="https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2317243-atlanta-hawks-reportedly-sold-to-tony-ressler-and-grant-hill" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">approximately</a> $850 million. 

Ressler is a hugely successful businessman whose net worth is estimated to be $3.9 billion by <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/antony-ressler/?sh=5e33d9f27051" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Forbes</a>. However, he put together a group of minority owners before he purchased the Hawks from former owner Bruce Levenson. Former NBA player Grant Hill also owns a minority stake in the franchise. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Head Coach and Top Executives </h2>
Nate McMillan has been serving as the Head Coach of the Atlanta Hawks. The franchise appointed him after Mike Budenholzer agreed to part ways with the team upon completing five years with them. 

Lloyd is the 29th HC of the Hawks franchise, and he is yet to post a winning season with the team. 

Furthermore, Travis Schlenk, a veteran NBA executive, fills two important spots in the franchise. He is both the General Manager and the President and was promoted to the <a href="https://www.nba.com/hawks/travis-schlenk-bio" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">role</a> in 2017. Schlenk previously worked with the Golden State Warriors, where he was the Assistant General Manager. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">History </h2>
The team was originally founded in New York as the Buffalo Bisons. They competed in the NBL but relocated to Moline, Illinois, just over a month after their inception. Several relocations from Illinois, to Milwaukee, to St. Louis kept the franchise on their toes and their fanbase as well. 

The team finally moved to Atlanta in 1968  and has stayed there ever since. The Milwaukee Hawks, as they were known then, signed future Hall of Famer Bob Pettit with the second overall pick in the 1954 NBA Draft. 

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Pettit won both his MVP awards with the Hawks and played 11 seasons with the franchise until his retirement. During Pettit’s era, the Hawks were frontrunners in the West and reached four NBA Finals in five years (1957-61). 

Their sole championship triumph came when they beat the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/boston-celtics/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Boston Celtics</a> in the 1958 finals after being outplayed by them in the previous year’s edition. The Hawks reached the finals again in 1961 and 1962, but the Celtics dominated and beat them in both years. 

The 70s era was different for the franchise as they hardly made it to the playoffs, and even if they did, it was a first-round knockout. Several talented athletes played for the Hawks during the 80s and the 90s, including Hall of Famers Dominique Wilkins and Dikembe Mutombo.

 <img class="size-full wp-image-437474 aligncenter" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/hi-res-1bcd6344c4a12ed9d720dc11fe626f71_crop_north.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1280" />

Playoff success came rarely for the Hawks, even though they topped their division on certain occasions. 

<a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/trae-young/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Trae Young</a> is the current foundational block of the franchise. The 6’1” point guard has garnered ample fan following for himself through his exciting talent and a lethal shooting arm. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Atlanta Hawks: Mascot and Uniform</h2>
Just as their name suggests, the team’s official mascot is named “<a href="http://sportmascots.com/nba/harry-the-hawk-atlanta-hawks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Harry the Hawk</a>.” He is a fan favorite in the Atlanta area and is also touted to be the most popular bird there! 

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According to the Hawks, Harry “hatched” on Oct 25, 1986, and has been around the team, trying to help them win an NBA championship. 

Moving on to the Hawks’ uniforms, their primary colors are red, yellow, black, and gray, These colors contain deep shades and dominate the team’s jerseys. The team also collaborates with Nike to develop special “City” uniforms that pay tribute to the city of Atlanta in various ways. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">Team’s Sponsors </h2>
The Atlanta Hawks have established partnerships with companies such as JP Morgan Chase and health and wellness company Sharecare. Their jersey sponsors are also Sharecare, and their partnership also <a href="https://about.sharecare.com/press-releases/sharecare-and-atlanta-hawks-honored-with-2017-18-nba-partnership-of-the-year-award/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">bestowed</a> with the 2017-2018 NBA Partnership of the Year award! 

Besides these <a href="https://sponsorpitch.com/properties/atlanta-hawks" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">companies</a>, the franchise also has tie-ups with BMW, Delta Airlines, and Orreco. 
<h2 style="text-align: center">History and Achievements </h2>
<table style="height: 659px" width="537">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>
Founded 
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">1946</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference</td>
<td>
Eastern
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Division 
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Southeast</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">President/ General Manager</td>
<td>
Travis Schlenk
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Head Coach 
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">Lloyd Pierce</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Arena </td>
<td>
State Farm Arena
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Championships (1)
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(1958)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Conference Titles (4)</td>
<td>
(1957, 1958, 1960, 1961)
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
Division Titles (5)
</td>
<td style="text-align: center">(1970, 1980, 1987, 1994, 2015)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td style="text-align: center">Website</td>
<td>
<a href="http://www.nba.com/hawks">www.nba.com/hawks</a>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Atlanta Hawks 2021-22 Roster</h2>
<table style="height: 1123px" width="525">
<thead>
<tr>
<td>No.</td>
<td>Player</td>
<td>Pos</td>
<td>Ht</td>
<td>Wt</td>
<td>Birth Date</td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>13</td>
<td>Bogdan Bogdanović</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-6</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>August 18, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>15</td>
<td>Clint Capela</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>240</td>
<td>May 18, 1994</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>20</td>
<td>John Collins</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>235</td>
<td>September 23, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>6</td>
<td>Lou Williams</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>175</td>
<td>October 27, 1986</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>24</td>
<td>Bruno Fernando</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>240</td>
<td>August 15, 1998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>8</td>
<td>Danilo Gallinari</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>233</td>
<td>August 8, 1988</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>0</td>
<td>Delon Wright</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-5</td>
<td>185</td>
<td>April 26, 1992</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td>Kevin Knox</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>215</td>
<td>August 11, 1999</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td>Kevin Huerter</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>190</td>
<td>August 27, 1998</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>12</td>
<td>De'Andre Hunter</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>225</td>
<td>December 2, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td>Jalen Johnson</td>
<td>PF</td>
<td>6-9</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>December 18, 2001</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td>Skylar Mays  (TW)</td>
<td>SG</td>
<td>6-4</td>
<td>205</td>
<td>September 5, 1997</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>17</td>
<td>Onyeka Okongwu</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-8</td>
<td>235</td>
<td>December 11, 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Sharife Cooper</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>180</td>
<td>June 11, 2001</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot</td>
<td>SF</td>
<td>6-7</td>
<td>220</td>
<td>May 9, 1995</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>10</td>
<td>Gorgui Dieng</td>
<td>C</td>
<td>6-10</td>
<td>252</td>
<td>January 18, 1990</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>11</td>
<td>Trae Young</td>
<td>PG</td>
<td>6-1</td>
<td>180</td>
<td>September 19, 1998</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks 2022: News, Schedule, Roster, Score, Injury Report The Atlanta Hawks compete in the NBA as a part of the Southeast Division in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks suffer the second-longest drought of not winning an NBA championship.  The latest version of the Atlanta Hawks logo was introduced during the 2015/16 season, and it saw the return of the famous “Pac-Hawk” to the design. The Hawk is centered inside a red roundel which contains the team’s name arched at the top and the bottom.  The Atlanta Hawks play their home games at the State Farm Arena. The multi-purpose arena was opened in 1999 and the Hawks made it their home ever since.  After being renamed in 2018 due to sponsorship reasons, the arena underwent minor renovations and can now hold 16,600 spectators during NBA games and over 21,000 fans during concerts!  Who owns the Atlanta Hawks? Private equity giant and venture capitalist Antony Ressler owns the controlling rights of the Atlanta Hawks. The Beverly Hills-based business tycoon owns a major share of the franchise, which he bought in 2015 for approximately $850 million.  Ressler is a hugely successful businessman whose net worth is estimated to be $3.9 billion by Forbes. However, he put together a group of minority owners before he purchased the Hawks from former owner Bruce Levenson. Former NBA player Grant Hill also owns a minority stake in the franchise.  Head Coach and Top Executives  Nate McMillan has been serving as the Head Coach of the Atlanta Hawks. The franchise appointed him after Mike Budenholzer agreed to part ways with the team upon completing five years with them.  Lloyd is the 29th HC of the Hawks franchise, and he is yet to post a winning season with the team.  Furthermore, Travis Schlenk, a veteran NBA executive, fills two important spots in the franchise. He is both the General Manager and the President and was promoted to the role in 2017. Schlenk previously worked with the Golden State Warriors, where he was the Assistant General Manager.  History  The team was originally founded in New York as the Buffalo Bisons. They competed in the NBL but relocated to Moline, Illinois, just over a month after their inception. Several relocations from Illinois, to Milwaukee, to St. Louis kept the franchise on their toes and their fanbase as well.  The team finally moved to Atlanta in 1968  and has stayed there ever since. The Milwaukee Hawks, as they were known then, signed future Hall of Famer Bob Pettit with the second overall pick in the 1954 NBA Draft.  Pettit won both his MVP awards with the Hawks and played 11 seasons with the franchise until his retirement. During Pettit’s era, the Hawks were frontrunners in the West and reached four NBA Finals in five years (1957-61).  Their sole championship triumph came when they beat the Boston Celtics in the 1958 finals after being outplayed by them in the previous year’s edition. The Hawks reached the finals again in 1961 and 1962, but the Celtics dominated and beat them in both years.  The 70s era was different for the franchise as they hardly made it to the playoffs, and even if they did, it was a first-round knockout. Several talented athletes played for the Hawks during the 80s and the 90s, including Hall of Famers Dominique Wilkins and Dikembe Mutombo.  Playoff success came rarely for the Hawks, even though they topped their division on certain occasions.  Trae Young is the current foundational block of the franchise. The 6’1” point guard has garnered ample fan following for himself through his exciting talent and a lethal shooting arm.  Atlanta Hawks: Mascot and Uniform Just as their name suggests, the team’s official mascot is named “Harry the Hawk.” He is a fan favorite in the Atlanta area and is also touted to be the most popular bird there!  According to the Hawks, Harry “hatched” on Oct 25, 1986, and has been around the team, trying to help them win an NBA championship.  Moving on to the Hawks’ uniforms, their primary colors are red, yellow, black, and gray, These colors contain deep shades and dominate the team’s jerseys. The team also collaborates with Nike to develop special “City” uniforms that pay tribute to the city of Atlanta in various ways.  Team’s Sponsors  The Atlanta Hawks have established partnerships with companies such as JP Morgan Chase and health and wellness company Sharecare. Their jersey sponsors are also Sharecare, and their partnership also bestowed with the 2017-2018 NBA Partnership of the Year award!  Besides these companies, the franchise also has tie-ups with BMW, Delta Airlines, and Orreco.  History and Achievements    Founded  1946  Conference Eastern   Division  Southeast  President/ General Manager Travis Schlenk   Head Coach  Lloyd Pierce  Arena  State Farm Arena   Championships (1) (1958)  Conference Titles (4) (1957, 1958, 1960, 1961)   Division Titles (5) (1970, 1980, 1987, 1994, 2015)  Website www.nba.com/hawks   Atlanta Hawks 2021-22 Roster  No. Player Pos Ht Wt Birth Date   13 Bogdan Bogdanović SG 6-6 220 August 18, 1992  15 Clint Capela C 6-10 240 May 18, 1994  20 John Collins PF 6-9 235 September 23, 1997  6 Lou Williams PG 6-1 175 October 27, 1986  24 Bruno Fernando C 6-9 240 August 15, 1998  8 Danilo Gallinari PF 6-10 233 August 8, 1988  0 Delon Wright SG 6-5 185 April 26, 1992  5 Kevin Knox SF 6-7 215 August 11, 1999  3 Kevin Huerter SG 6-7 190 August 27, 1998  12 De&#8217;Andre Hunter SF 6-8 225 December 2, 1997  1 Jalen Johnson PF 6-9 220 December 18, 2001  4 Skylar Mays  (TW) SG 6-4 205 September 5, 1997  17 Onyeka Okongwu C 6-8 235 December 11, 2000  2 Sharife Cooper PG 6-1 180 June 11, 2001  7 Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot SF 6-7 220 May 9, 1995  10 Gorgui Dieng C 6-10 252 January 18, 1990  11 Trae Young PG 6-1 180 September 19, 1998

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<h2>Onyeka Okongwu 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements</h2>
Onyeka Okongwu is an NBA player who plays for the Atlanta Hawks. He was drafted by them in the 2020 NBA Draft.

[caption id="attachment_556040" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-556040" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210217231655/2021-02-13T030753Z_241761783_MT1USATODAY15567151_RTRMADP_3_NBA-SAN-ANTONIO-SPURS-AT-ATLANTA-HAWKS.jpg" alt="Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu" width="1920" height="1280" /> Feb 12, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Drew Eubanks (14) and Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) fight for a loose ball in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports[/caption]

Okongwu can play both the power forward and center role effectively. He established himself as a dominant two-way threat from his time in college. He is an elite shot-blocker and had more than average offensive production. Okongwu's physical gifts would suggest a relatively high ceiling for him.
<h2>Onyeka Okongwu Atlanta Hawks</h2>
In search of a backup big man, the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/nba/atlanta-hawks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Atlanta Hawks</a> turned their attention towards the USC Trojans star big Onyeka Okongwu and drafted him with their sixth pick.

His debut was delayed due to injury, and now he is slowly getting playing time. It is too early to tell since he has played just nine games, but he has the potential to be a franchise big man for the Hawks.

Currently, Okongwu is averaging <a href="https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/o/okongon01.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">3.0 points</a>, 2.8 rebounds, and 0.4 assists per game.
<h2>Onyeka Okongwu 2021 Net Worth</h2>
According to <a href="https://www.celebsagewiki.com/onyeka-okongwu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">CelebsAgeWiki</a>, Okongwu's estimated net worth is around $1 Million - $5 Million. He will be paid around $12 million for his first two seasons under his rookie deal and will make around $15 million more if the Hawks pick up his team option.

Okungu is one of the five rookies from the 2020 Draft Class who have inked a deal with Adidas.
<h2>How to contact Onyeka Okongwu?</h2>
Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/BigO21" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@BigO21_</a>

Instagram: Not available
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Age</td>
<td>19</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nationality</td>
<td>United States</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Birth Date</td>
<td>December 11, 2000</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Place of Birth</td>
<td>Chino Hills, California</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Height</td>
<td>6’9</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Weight</td>
<td>235 pounds</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wingspan</td>
<td>7’1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Position</td>
<td>Power Forward/Center</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>High School</td>
<td>Chino Hills High School</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>University</td>
<td>University of Southern California</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Marital status</td>
<td>Single</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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Onyeka Okongwu

Onyeka Okongwu 2021: Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements Onyeka Okongwu is an NBA player who plays for the Atlanta Hawks. He was drafted by them in the 2020 NBA Draft. Feb 12, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Drew Eubanks (14) and Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu (17) fight for a loose ball in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports Okongwu can play both the power forward and center role effectively. He established himself as a dominant two-way threat from his time in college. He is an elite shot-blocker and had more than average offensive production. Okongwu&#8217;s physical gifts would suggest a relatively high ceiling for him. Onyeka Okongwu Atlanta Hawks In search of a backup big man, the Atlanta Hawks turned their attention towards the USC Trojans star big Onyeka Okongwu and drafted him with their sixth pick. His debut was delayed due to injury, and now he is slowly getting playing time. It is too early to tell since he has played just nine games, but he has the potential to be a franchise big man for the Hawks. Currently, Okongwu is averaging 3.0 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 0.4 assists per game. Onyeka Okongwu 2021 Net Worth According to CelebsAgeWiki, Okongwu&#8217;s estimated net worth is around $1 Million &#8211; $5 Million. He will be paid around $12 million for his first two seasons under his rookie deal and will make around $15 million more if the Hawks pick up his team option. Okungu is one of the five rookies from the 2020 Draft Class who have inked a deal with Adidas. How to contact Onyeka Okongwu? Twitter: @BigO21_ Instagram: Not available  Age 19  Nationality United States  Birth Date December 11, 2000  Place of Birth Chino Hills, California  Height 6’9  Weight 235 pounds  Wingspan 7’1  Position Power Forward/Center  High School Chino Hills High School  University University of Southern California  Marital status Single

“Jack of All Trades”: Onyeka Okongwu Reveals Why He Got Drafted by Atlanta Hawks

Why did Atlanta select Onyeka Okongwu?