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Atlanta Hawks: One Potential Off-Season Trade With Each Team

By Dallin Duffy

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 30: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards reacts to a play against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Capital One Arena on October 30, 2019 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 30: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards reacts to a play against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Capital One Arena on October 30, 2019 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /
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WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 30: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards reacts to a play against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Capital One Arena on October 30, 2019 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

Houston Rockets/Washington Wizards

Overview:

Another blockbuster, three-team trade that sees Bradley Beal finally get traded after years of speculation. Ther Rockets get cap relief as the Wizards are rewarded with a load of young talent and picks. Brandon Goodwin’s deal is needed to make the money work.

Why Atlanta says yes:

Betting the future for a win-now superstar is risky, but Bradley Beal has established himself as one of the league’s premier scorers. It’s the kind of move that would make Atlanta instant contenders.

Ben McLemore isn’t on the same level as Beal but showed himself to be a very good role player this season.

Why Washington says yes:

Trading someone with Beals’ contract and skills is always hard, but the haul they’d be getting here is undoubtedly impressive. Huerter, Reddish, and the two draft picks can help right away and in the future, with Eric Gordon giving great the team a great trade piece at the deadline next season.

Why Houston says yes:

Jerome Robinson can be 80 percent of Eric Gordon, and Dewayne Dedmon actually gives the team a true center that can fit in the Rockets three-point heavy system. They’ll be saving just a bit of money as well.

Why Atlanta says no:

They would be giving up a huge haul even for the All-Star guard, and playing Beal next to Trae is a real defensive liability.

Why Washington says no:

The Wiz have shown no real interest in moving Beal in the past few seasons, and while this return is solid, they would be starting a long rebuild instead of trying to try the Beal/Wall combo once again.

Why Houston says no:

Neither Dedmon nor Robinson will bring the veteran leadership or payoff experience that Eric Gordon can, and saving a mere $2 million may not be worth losing him, even if it means they get a real center.