Atlanta Hawks Receive: G/F Malik Beasley, F Rui Hachimura, 2027 Second-Round Pick (LAL) 

Los Angeles Lakers Receive: F De’Andre Hunter 

Of course, if these teams both fall short of expectations, there will be rumors. Some will suggest bigger moves than this one. 

They already are. It’s not difficult to find a photoshopped image of Trae Young in a Brooklyn Nets jersey. People are talking, and they’re talking loudly. 

They’re talking about the Lakers, too. It’s been suggested that LeBron James could request a trade. It’s also been proposed that they could shop Anthony Davis. 

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: De’Andre Hunter, Atlanta Hawks & Los Angeles Lakers Updates

Who knows what will happen? Whenever a team disappoints, rumors start. On the other hand, they aren’t always of substance. Either of these teams could decide to make a smaller change. 

Would this be the right one for the Hawks?