Hawks want to, but can’t extend Millsap

Paul Millsap has been reminded just how much the Hawks want him to return next season. Still, the services of the All-Star power forward will go on the open market following the season.

By signing just a two-year deal last year, Millsap is destined for free agency according to the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement. He can still re-sign with the Hawks but there will definitely be competition.

“We want to keep him,” coach Mike Budenholzer said. “He is someone who is really important to us. He fits us very well. We’ve communicated that with him on a regular basis.”