Utah Jazz Receive: C Clint Capela, F John Collins
Atlanta Hawks Receive: C Rudy Gobert, G Nickeil Alexander-Walker
Even though John Collins agreed to a long-term contract with the Atlanta Hawks, his position in the franchise is unknown. He was considered a trade candidate last year because of his contract situation before the deal got done, but now, the team has underachieved — meaning all bets are off.
As a blossoming star, Collins was set to make some big money, but who would give it to him was unknown. Teams like the Dallas Mavericks, Minnesota Timberwolves, and San Antonio Spurs were interested.
Atlanta ended up giving him a big contract, but they could still be looking to move forward if they got the right return.
Collins and Clint Capela would be going to the Jazz in this particular deal in exchange for Rudy Gobert, who is the NBA’s best rim protector. That skill-set is helpful for a team needing to cover up Trae Young on defense.
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Capela will take over as a replacement center for Gobert, who would be on his way to Atlanta. The Jazz wouldn’t be left without a rim protector and would be upgrading another position in the process.
Let’s look at how this NBA trade scenario would impact both the
