Why The Atlanta Hawks Do The Deal
We already gave you the Hawks’ main incentive here. They’re clearing cap.
McConnell is on a long-term, team-friendly contract. So is Theis. Meanwhile, neither of these players is useless, either.
McConnell may not be an ideal fit alongside Trae Young and Dejounte Murray. Still, he’s among the best backup point guards in the NBA. He’ll keep the offense humming while both stars take a seat.
Meanwhile, Theis is a solid combo big who provides some defense and floor spacing. Still, this is about the lightly protected first-round pick more than anything else.
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Having moved three first-rounders for Murray, the Hawks could use any opportunity to inject some young, cheap talent into their roster.
Should the Pacers pass on that opportunity?
