Aaron Wiggins perfectly filled biggest void on Hawks’ roster from last season

The Atlanta Hawks got an invaluable boost from Aaron Wiggins in their preseason finale.

By Zach Langley · Soaring Down South

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 4:00 PM

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Zach Langley argues Aaron Wiggins fills the Atlanta Hawks' void of reliable forward depth off the bench.
Langley suggests Wiggins could be the summer's most underrated pickup, potentially outperforming Lu Dort's impact on wins.
Wiggins recorded 19 points, seven rebounds, and four 3-pointers against the Dallas Mavericks in preseason action.

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Zach Langley of Soaring Down South argues that Aaron Wiggins addresses the Atlanta Hawks' biggest weakness by providing essential forward depth. Langley highlights that while the acquisition of Lu Dort received substantial attention, Wiggins could prove to have a larger impact in improving Atlanta's win total following their bench depth struggles last season.

In Atlanta's preseason finale against the Dallas Mavericks, Wiggins played 22 minutes off the bench and posted 19 points, seven rebounds, and two assists with four 3-pointers. Langley contends that Wiggins provides dependable two-way play behind starters Dyson Daniels and Jalen Johnson.

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