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5 potential general manager options for the Atlanta Hawks

By Brendan Galella

Nov 30, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer reacts against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns defeated the Hawks 109-107. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 30, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer reacts against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Suns defeated the Hawks 109-107. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 18, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers general manager David Griffin talks with the media before the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 18, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers general manager David Griffin talks with the media before the game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Chicago Bulls at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports /

David Griffin

As Cleveland marches towards a third consecutive NBA Finals appearance, its general manager is working on an expiring contract.

The Cavaliers and Griffin had negotiated a contract extension last summer, but were unable to agree to terms. While he operates in uncertainty, Griffin has the support of LeBron James, as he has become increasingly vocal about his desire for the general manager to remain with the organization.

If Cleveland fails to retain Griffin past this summer, the Atlanta Hawks could serve as a viable destination.

Much like Dumars, Griffin has ties to minority owner Grant Hill, as he was an executive in Phoenix during three of Hill’s five seasons with the Suns.

The primary holdup in a deal between the Hawks and Griffin is negotiations can’t begin until the Cavaliers’ season ends, which could be as late as June 18, the latest possible date of the NBA Finals.

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