Atlanta Hawks, Onyeka Okongwu agreed to a four-year contract extension

Atlanta Hawks' young and talented center, Onyeka Okongwu, has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $62 million

Atlanta Hawks’ young and talented center, Onyeka Okongwu, has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $62 million, according to ESPN. The deal was finalized just before the deadline for contract extensions, solidifying Okongwu’s role on the team for the coming years.

The move comes after a season where Okongwu showed promising signs, contributing on both ends of the floor. The contract extension reflects the Hawks’ front office’s confidence in his long-term potential as a core part of the team.

Okongwu is the 14th player in the NBA Draft class of 2020 to agree on an extension. Deadline is 6 PM ET.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) October 23, 2023