Dort says he's already vibing with Atlanta after Thunder trade

Lu Dort, traded to the Hawks after seven seasons in Oklahoma City, told Clemente Almanza he called close friend Nickeil Alexander-Walker as soon as he heard the news.

Dort said he's excited to link up with his fellow Canadian in Atlanta for the 2026-27 season and mentioned looking forward to the city's Haitian community. The trade itself has already been completed, with Dort now a Hawk.

Dort OKC → ATL

+ 2 reports from 2 outlets

Fadeaway World · 1 Sept 2026Dort calls Hawks move amazing, credits friendship with Alexander-Walker

Sportando · 1 Sept 2026Dort says he's already vibing with Atlanta after Thunder trade

Luguentz Dort Nickeil Alexander-Walker

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