A franchise player is one of the most rewarding things that can happen to an NBA team. 

In the end, that’s what’s probably the most important thing in order to build a team. As a first step, it is important to find a player around whom a team can be built. As soon as you have achieved that, you will be able to build the team. 

On the other hand, your team may view a certain player as their franchise player. It does not mean that they view the team as their franchise, however. There is no doubt that things can become sour between any player and any team at any time. 

The NBA world was shocked upon hearing rumors of the Atlanta Hawks and Trae Young collapsing over the past few weeks. Of course, the Hawks should avoid trading their franchise player at all costs. 

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks & New Orleans Pelicans Updates

If it cannot be avoided, perhaps it would be wise to start canvassing the league for possible trade suitors to acquire Young. Managing to get ahead of the situation by landing a major trade haul now could be the wisest approach.

If so, here’s a deal that could send him to the New Orleans Pelicans.