Atlanta Hawks ‘shocked’ to get Henri Veesaar, who is introduced with Hubert Davis on hand

Posted Jun 25, 2026
Henri Veesaar’s first day as an Atlanta Hawk came with a familiar face watching from the back of the room. Former UNC coach Hubert Davis was on hand Thursday as Veesaar, Atlanta’s second-round pick, met with reporters. Hawks President of Basketball Operations Onsi Saleh said the team was "shocked" Veesaar was still available in the second round. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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