Many high-level decision-makers from opposing teams believe Quin Snyder now has the final say on personnel decisions with the Atlanta Hawks.
Snyder was hired by the Hawks as head coach in February.
Sources say during the months of negotiations leading up to his eventual hire, Snyder demanded and now wields significant influence over personnel decisions.
The Hawks’ front office is described as a collaborative effort between Snyder, Landry Fields and Kyle Korver.
Snyder signed a five-year contract with the Hawks and began his tenure during the middle of the season, which is somewhat unusual for a coach of his stature.
