Hawks lock up Collins to 5-year, $125M deal

ATLANTA, GA - MAY 13: John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts after a three pointer during the second half against the Orlando Magic at State Farm Arena on May 13, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
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The Atlanta Hawks agreed to a five-year, $125-million contract with restricted free agent John Collins, his agents told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Collins' deal includes a player option for the fifth year.

Atlanta selected Collins 19th overall in the 2017 NBA draft. The 6-foot-9 forward has emerged as a valuable member of the Hawks' young core.

Collins averaged 17.6 points, 7.4 boards, and one block over 63 appearances last season. He also shot 55.6% from the field and 39.9% from deep.

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