Why The Atlanta Hawks Do The Deal 

The Hawks have a few reasons for making this deal. 

The first one is simple. The Hawks have been looking to move Collins for roughly an eternity. Surely, that’s affected the relationship between Collins and the organization. It’s time to move on. 

If the front office agrees, this is about the best value they’ll get for him. Collins’ decreasing usage is going to impact his value. Still, the Hawks are getting some value here. 

In particular, Covington may be a better fit for this roster. He’s a player that’s low-usage by nature.

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Plugging him in at the 4 as a 3-and-D specialist ought to suit a team that generates its offence through the backcourt. Throw in a distant pick swap, and this deal could finally entice Atlanta to part with Collins. 

If they’re lucky, it’ll pay off when next season’s dog days roll around.