Hawks Secure Guard Daniels with Lucrative 4-Year $100 Million Contract

The Atlanta Hawks have made a significant move by securing guard Dyson Daniels with a lucrative four-year contract worth $100 million. The deal was confirmed by Daniels’ agent, Daniel Moldovan from Lighthouse Sports Management, and was reported by ESPN.
Performance Highlights of Dyson Daniels
Last season, Daniels showcased exceptional talent on the court. He won the NBA’s Most Improved Player of the Year award and was a runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year. Daniels also earned a spot on the first team All-Defense, accumulating an impressive 229 steals. This achievement marked the highest number of steals in a single season since Gary Payton in 1995-96.
Contract Details
- Player: Dyson Daniels
- Contract Length: 4 years
- Contract Value: $100 million
- Agent: Daniel Moldovan (Lighthouse Sports Management)
Statistics Breakdown
During the last season, Daniels made a remarkable leap in his performance:
- Points per game: 14.1 (up from 5.8 in 2023-24)
- Rebounds per game: 5.9
- Assists per game: 4.4
- Steals per game: 3.0
His average of three steals per game made him the first player to achieve this milestone since Alvin Robertson in the 1990-91 season.
Draft and Trade Background
Dyson Daniels was the eighth pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. He joined the Hawks following a trade with the New Orleans Pelicans in July 2024. The Hawks traded guard Dejounte Murray to acquire Daniels and a first-round pick.
Future Outlook
The pairing of Dyson Daniels with star point guard Trae Young has already shown promising results for the Hawks. With young talents like Jalen Johnson and 2024 No. 1 pick Zaccharie Risacher alongside him, Daniels is poised to become a cornerstone for the franchise as they build for future success.