Newell was named SEC Freshman of the Week four times -- matching Edwards’ school record -- after starting all 33 games while shooting 54.3% from the field and 29.2% from beyond the arc.

Newell, a 6-foot-9 forward, averaged 15.4 points, 6.9 rebounds and 0.9 assists per game last season for UGA. He also averaged one block and one steal per game, while shooting 29% on 3-point shots.

As Asa Newell starts his NBA career with the Atlanta Hawks, he had nothing but good things to say about Trae Young.

Follow the 2025 NBA Draft with theScore's live tracker to view all selections as they happen.The Atlanta Hawks are adding former Georgia forward Asa Newell at No. 23 after reportedly acquiring the ...

ATLANTA — It took a while, but the Hawks finally got a player they liked in the first round of the NBA draft. The Hawks did not make their pick at No. 13, trading with the New Orleans Pelicans ...