Why The Atlanta Hawks Do The Deal 

The Hawks would only do this deal if Young was really requesting a trade. In all likelihood, they won’t look to move their star playmaker if they don’t have to. 

If they do, some will expect them to seek a mass of draft capital in exchange for him. Here’s a question: why? The Hawks have a talented roster. They don’t need to bottom out. 

How does a Clint Capela, John Collins, De’Andre Hunter, Jaylen Brown, and Dejounte Murray lineup sound? Frankly, it sounds pretty good to us. Suddenly, the Hawks would have a distinct defensive identity – and enough offense to go around, too. 

Of course, it doesn’t hurt to land a couple of picks in return for Young here, either.

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All told, this deal allows the Hawks to stay competitive while also helping them add some draft capital. 

Should Boston really put them in that position for the sake of adding Young?