Atlanta Hawks Headlines: Waiting On The Trade Deadline
This morning’s version of Atlanta Hawks Headlines focuses on the impending trade deadline. Rumors had been scarce as the Hawks attempt to add to their roster, then a trade was made.
Pour yourself a cup coffee and throw that newspaper in the trash. But first take the dog for a walk. It’s early and he deserves to stretch his legs. Now sit down in your favorite recliner and strap yourself in for another edition of Atlanta Hawks Headlines.
The NBA world is abuzz with the trade deadline approaching. Atlanta Hawks fans are no different. Everyone is eagerly awaiting any news about what the team plans to do on trade deadline day. There aren’t many rumors circulating, so speculation is all fans have to survive on.
Today we look at articles on Atlanta’s trade for a bench scorer, other players the Hawks should attempt to trade for, players the Hawks weren’t able to trade for, Tim Hardaway Jr.’s impending free agency, and much more. If you enjoyed an article that you didn’t see listed feel free to link it in the comments section.
From Soaring Down South 2/22/17
Report: Atlanta Hawks Acquire Ersan Ilyasova
The Hawks have made their first deal of trade deadline week. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of The Vertical, the Hawks acquired Ersan Ilyasova from the Philadelphia 76ers for Tiago Splitter, a second-round pick, and a second-round pick swap.
Atlanta Hawks: Is Khris Middleton Available?
Nile Goodwyn thinks the Hawks should make an offer for Khris Middleton of the Milwaukee Bucks. Zach Lowe has written that Middleton is not available for trade, but could his injury history make the Bucks listen? The Hawks would have to part with at least one first round pick to make this happen, and that still might not be enough. Middleton would look great in a Hawks uniform. Maybe in an alternate universe.
Why Didn’t the Atlanta Hawks Try to Trade For DeMarcus Cousins?
Tyler Sellers wonders why the Hawks didn’t make an offer for former Sacramento Kings big man DeMarcus Cousins. The primary reason is that they already have Dwight Howard at center. It’s also unlikely that the Kings would have considered an offer from Atlanta, as their owner seems to have an obsession with Buddy Hield.
Atlanta Hawks: Analyzing The P.J. Tucker Rumors
One player the Hawks have been linked to is Phoenix Suns wing P.J. Tucker. Tucker would provide depth as a backup small forward. The Hawks are not done making moves after trading for Ersan Ilyasova. Could acquiring Tucker be next on their radar?
Hawks Around The Web 2/22/17
Hawks will look to add offense at trade deadline
Chris Vivlamore of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports on Atlanta’s desire to improve their offense at the trade deadline. They have started that process already by acquiring Ersan Ilyasova. A scoring guard for the bench could be next on the docket.
Atlanta Hawks: 4 Potential Point Guard Targets At NBA Trade Deadline
Adam McGee at Hoops Habit provides a list of four point guards the Hawks could look to acquire at the trade deadline. Each player would help the team and comes at a different price level. It seems likely that they will acquire a point guard at some point during deadline day.
The Hawks need a big-picture guy, and that’s not Budenholzer
Mark Bradley of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution thinks that the Hawks are making a mistake by not selling at the trade deadline. He speculates that Mike Budenholzer serving as coach and president of basketball operations doesn’t allow someone to provide a long term outlook when considering personnel decisions. Coaches have a tendency to focus on winning in the present. I believe Budenholzer is doing a fine job in his dual role.
Woj Report: Hawks GM Wes Wilcox discusses Paul Millsap
In a video with Adrian Wojnarowski of the The Vertical, Hawks GM Wes Wilcox says that signing Paul Millsap will be a priority this summer. Millsap is 32 and will likely garner a maximum contract.
Next: A Scoring Guard Off The Bench?
That is all we have for today. We’ll see you again tomorrow morning for more of Atlanta Hawks Headlines.