Kings acquire centre Tristan Thompson in 3-team trade with Celtics, Hawks
Hawks send Kris Dunn, Bruno Fernando, 2023 2nd-round draft pick to Boston
The Sacramento Kings acquired 10-year veteran centre Tristan Thompson from the Boston Celtics on Saturday as part of a three-team trade that also involved the Atlanta Hawks.
The Kings traded guard Delon Wright to Atlanta. The Hawks sent guard Kris Dunn, forward-centre Bruno Fernando and a 2023 second-round draft pick to Boston.
Thompson averaged 7.6 points and 81 rebounds with Boston in 54 games, including 43 starts, last season.
"One of our priorities entering the off-season was to solidify the backup point guard spot," Hawks general manager Travis Schlenk said. "Delon is a consistent two-way guard who has been a part of several successful teams. We think he's a great fit here."
Wright averaged 10 points and 3.6 assists in 26 games with the Kings.
The Hawks re-signed veteran guard Lou Williams on Friday.
By trading Wright, the Kings clear playing time in their backcourt for first-round draft pick Davion Mitchell.
Thompson, 30, has averaged 9.3 points and 8.7 rebounds in his career, including nine seasons with Cleveland.
