Utah Jazz Receive: F John Collins, C Onyeka Onkongwu, F Jalen Johnson, 2023 First-Round Pick (ATL)
Atlanta Hawks Receive: G Donovan Mitchell
The Atlanta Hawks are one of the most heavily rumored destinations for Donovan Mitchell. It makes perfect sense. They’re a bigger market, they appear to be in the market for a star, and they’ve got a boatload of assets to surrender for him.
If either side were to hesitate on this deal, it might be Atlanta. The backcourt pairing of Trae Young and Donovan Mitchell project to struggle on the defensive end if we’re being generous. On the other hand: my god, the offense.
Young and Mitchell should account for what, 70 points a night? More? The Atlanta Hawks wouldn’t need much out of their supporting cast to lead the entire league in scoring. They may suffer defensively but at the same time, it may not matter.
As for the Jazz, they’re getting a substantial return here. It’s not inconceivable that any of the three young players they’re receiving here could make an All-Star team or more.
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In addition to an unprotected first-round pick, this Atlanta Hawks deal is a perfect starter’s package for rebuilding. On the other hand, if draft capital is a higher priority for them, they may prefer the next package.
