Hawks deal sharpshooting Vít Krejčí to Portland for Duop Reath and future picks, reshuffling assets and playoff hopes.
The Atlanta Hawks made a measured roster move Sunday, agreeing to trade guard Vít Krejčí to the Portland Trail Blazers in exchange for center Duop Reath and two future second-round draft picks, a deal that reflects Atlanta’s growing emphasis on flexibility and Portland’s push to stay competitive in the play-in race. ESPN first reported the trade.
Krejčí has quietly become one of the Hawks’ most efficient perimeter threats this season. He is averaging nine points per game while making 2.2 three-pointers on 42.3% shooting from deep, placing him among the NBA’s top 20 high-volume shooters. His effectiveness has been especially notable in catch-and-shoot situations, where he is converting 44.6% of his attempts, a figure that ranks 16th among qualified players leaguewide.
Those shooting numbers made Krejčí an attractive addition for the Portland Trail Blazers, who are competing for postseason positioning and have sought additional floor spacing around their primary ball handlers. Krejčí also brings size and versatility on the perimeter, along with contractual stability. He has two years remaining on his deal after this season and becomes extension eligible in the offseason.
For Atlanta, the trade fits into a broader asset-collection strategy. With the two second-round picks acquired from Portland, the Atlanta Hawks now control seven future selections in that range. That accumulation gives the Hawks added leverage in future trades and increased flexibility as they evaluate their roster over the coming months.
The inclusion of Reath in the deal primarily serves a financial and roster-management purpose for Atlanta. The 29-year-old big man underwent season-ending surgery Thursday to repair a stress fracture in his right foot and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2025–26 season. While the procedure was described as successful and Reath is projected to make a full recovery, his injury status limits his immediate on-court value. Atlanta could choose to retain him as a depth option once healthy or waive him to create additional roster space.
Before being sidelined, Reath had played sparingly for Portland this season, averaging 2.9 points and 1.2 rebounds in just over eight minutes per game across 32 appearances. Despite the limited role, the Trail Blazers valued his ability to stretch the floor from the center position — he was shooting 42% from three — as well as his work ethic and locker-room presence during a season heavily affected by injuries.
Krejčí’s development in Atlanta has been gradual but steady. After limited minutes earlier in his Hawks tenure, he earned a more consistent role over the past two seasons, improving both his shot volume and efficiency. His career three-point percentage now sits above 40%, and his usage this year reflects a growing level of trust within the offense.
From Portland’s perspective, the move represents a low-risk way to address an immediate need without parting with core young players. The outgoing second-round picks are a calculated cost for adding a shooter who can contribute right away and potentially factor into the rotation beyond this season.
Atlanta, meanwhile, exits the deal with added draft capital and increased optionality. With the trade deadline approaching, the Hawks have positioned themselves to remain nimble, balancing short-term roster decisions with longer-term planning.
Both teams leave the transaction aligned with their current priorities. Portland adds shooting help for a playoff push, while Atlanta quietly strengthens its asset base and preserves future flexibility.