Clint Capela

Approaching salary cap problems require significant moves before next season. Piecing things together in the offseason makes the most sense.

"Maybe we don't prepare ourselves well enough for every game," the Atlanta big man told The Athletic.

Clint Capela was a rising star in Houston. He chatted exclusively about his time with the Rockets and life currently with the Hawks.

Bogdanović said he and Capela "automatically clicked," and that special relationship has benefited them and the Hawks.

The Hawks have the third-worst defensive rating in the league.

Capela enters the 2021-22 NBA season ready to prove why he belongs in the conversation as one of the game's best big-man defenders.

How likely is it the Hawks hold on to John Collins? What is Cam Reddish's upside, and could Atlanta trade him to move up in the draft?

Clint Capela is no longer the young player seeking advice. He's become an important piece for a Hawks team looking for an NBA Finals berth.

There were no surprises with how this series turned out. The Hawks were clearly the better team and easily took care of business.

The Hawks have a 3-1 series lead over the Knicks, and their rhythm and confidence are at all-time highs.

In case you haven't noticed, Capela has been one of the best defensive players in the NBA this year. Here's what you may have missed.

The "Core Five" of Trae Young, John Collins, De'Andre Hunter, Kevin Huerter and Cam Reddish plus Clint Capela are leading the Hawks.

Clint Capela is healthy, Trae Young is growing as a leader and more as the Hawks get ready for the 2021 NBA season.

Capela is going to get two weeks of practice with his teammates to see how he fits on a roster that sorely has needed help at center.

Looking at the Hawks' "Core Five," plus Clint Capela, and what to expect from those players the next two weeks.

Capela says he is ready to "make a statement" by helping lead Atlanta to the playoffs next season.

Capela spoke up during a team meeting and told the Hawks how important it is to develop a competitive edge.

Capela is suffering from plantar fasciitis and a heel bruise, and the Atlanta Hawks are being patient with his recovery.