Atlanta Hawks Headlines returns this morning to wrap up the trade deadline. How many moves did the Hawks make?
Everything is finally calm. We are past the trade deadline. It’s now full-steam ahead until the NBA Playoffs are upon us. The Atlanta Hawks have made their moves, as have many other teams across the league, and all that is left is the playoff push.
Today’s crop of Atlanta Hawks Headlines brings us content regarding Atlanta’s wheeling and dealing. Most of the articles feature reaction to Atlanta’s acquisition of Ersan Ilyasova from the Philadelphia 76ers. Most think it was a good trade, though some are less enthusiastic than others.
That’s enough chatter. Let’s take a look at what Hawks Headlines has to offer.
From Soaring Down South 2/23/17
Atlanta Hawks: Ersan Ilyasova Fills A Need
Justin Hodges breaks down Ersan Ilyasova’s fit with the Atlanta Hawks. Hodges says that Ilyasova’s scoring off the bench is much needed. He will replace Kris Humphries and Mike Scott in Atlanta’s rotation. Overall, like most Hawks fans, Hodges is satisfied with the trade.
Atlanta Hawks: Grading The Ersan Ilyasova Trade
Soaring Down South grades Atlanta’s trade for forward Ersan Ilyasova. Our analysis considers what Atlanta gained, what they gave up, and what Ilyasova brings to the table. Needless to say we are big fans of this trade. Ilyasova is a solid scorer and a reliable defender.
Report: Atlanta Hawks Trade Mike Scott To Phoenix
The Hawks also traded Mike Scott to the Phoenix Suns for cash considerations.
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Hawks Around The Web 2/23/17
Atlanta Hawks: Analyzing The Ersan Ilyasova Trade
Adam McGee at Hoops Habit breaks down the Ersan Ilyasova trade. McGee praises the deal due to his offensive versatility and his highly quality team defense. McGee thinks Ilyasova is an upgrade over Atlanta’s current backup options at power forward.
NBA Trade Grades: 76ers Ship Off Ersan Ilyasova To Hawks
Also at Hoops Habit, Gerald Borguet grades the Ilyasova trade. Borguet is not as high on the deal as we are here at Soaring Down South. He doesn’t believe the deal changes the Hawks outlook this season. It’s not something that moves the needle for them in terms of overall ceiling. I’d have to agree.
Locked on Hawks podcast: Ersan Ilyasova trade and more
On Locked on Hawks, Brad Rowland speaks with James Holas of BBall Breakdown. The two discuss the Ersan Ilyasova trade, Paul Millsap staying put, the direction of the Hawks organization, and much more.
Atlanta Hawks in search of third point guard, per report
On Peachtree Hoops, Rowland delves into a few different reports that suggest the Hawks are in search of a third point guard. This makes sense. Atlanta has been trying to find a third point guard all season. They even attempted to bring in veteran Gary Neal, but he did not return after his 10-day contract expired.
The trade deadline is over, but come back tomorrow morning for more discussion on the Atlanta Hawks.