In 33 games (all starts) with the Georgia Bulldogs, Newell averaged 15.4 points, 6.9 rebounds, one steal and one block per game while shooting 54.3% from the floor. He earned SEC Freshman of the Week honors four times last season, matching former Bulldogs and current Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards’ program record set in 2019-20.
Newell became the first freshman to lead Georgia in scoring and rebounding since Jumaine Jones in 1997-98.
Here’s a look at what the Hawks’ roster currently looks like.
InNickeil Alexander-Walker (signing pending)Kobe BufkinDyson DanielsMouhamed Gueye (not guaranteed)Jalen JohnsonLuke Kennard (signing pending)Vit Krejci (not guaranteed)Asa Newell Onyeka OkongwuKristaps Porzingis (trade to Hawks pending)Zaccharie RisacherTrae YoungOptions tenderedJacob Toppin (restricted)Keaton Wallace (restricted)TBDGarrison Mathews (unrestricted)OutDominick Barlow (Hawks declined team option)Clint Capela (agreed to terms with Rockets)Caris LeVert (agreed to terms with Pistons)Terance Mann (trade pending to Nets)Larry Nance Jr. (agreed to terms with Cavaliers)Georges Niang (trade pending to Celtics)