Atlanta Hawks Receive: G/F Buddy Hield

Indiana Pacers Receive: F/C John Collins 

On the other hand, if “John Collins lands in trade rumors” was a prediction you made heading into this season – live a little. That’s like telling the world it will snow this winter. 

We all knew. After all, this isn’t the first time Collins has been in trade rumors. In fact, he’s been in them for a large portion of his career with the Hawks. 

It’s hard to say exactly why. Perhaps Collins is a difficult player to put a value on. He’s an outstanding athlete, floor spacing big, and a decent defender. That’s a good player. 

He’s also not a shot creator. More broadly, Collins isn’t exactly elite in any facet of the game besides positional vertical leap.

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If the Hawks feel that isn’t enough for his large price tag, that’s valid. 

Should the Pacers feel differently?