Why The Atlanta Hawks Do The Deal 

Firstly, the Hawks do this deal just to move on from Collins. 

By now, that feels like a necessary measure. Where there’s this much smoke, there is almost always fire. The Hawks need to put it out. 

Of course, after surrendering three first-round picks to acquire Dejounte Murray, the Hawks can’t give Collins away. They need to make a deal that can help them in 2022-23. This deal ought to. 

After all, this team could stand to improve its floor spacing. Martin and Robinson both help with that cause. This is a talent downgrade, but it may be a fit upgrade for the Hawks. 

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On the other hand, since it is a talent downgrade, they’re getting a first-round pick for their troubles as well. They may use it to select a prospect in the upcoming draft or to make another deal ahead of 2023-24.  

Even if that deal comes with a price, it could be worth paying.