Free agent forwardis signing a one-year deal with the Hawks, agenttold HoopsHype. "We think it's a great opportunity for him," Falk said. "I can see him playing 4-5 more years because Elton is serious about his conditioning and, besides, he plays more with his head than his body at this point. Atlanta is a good fit and Elton will be a good veteran presence there." The Hawks will be the fifth NBA team for Brand, who averaged 7.2 ppg and 6.0 rpg with the Mavericks last season.