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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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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 17: Kyle Kuzma #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up ahead of a game against the Atlanta Hawks at Staples Center on November 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Katharine Lotze/Getty Images) /

Los Angeles Lakers

Overview:

who’s better between John Collins vs. Kyle Kuzma has been a real conversation in the past two seasons. Numbers would show that Collins is a tick better, so the trade features a small sweetener for the Hawks.

Why Atlanta says yes:

Kyle Kuzma maybe even a better fit next to Trae Young than Collins, and is much more skilled defensively than JC. Alex Caruso could certainly work as Trae’s backup for next season and perhaps into the future.

Why Los Angeles says yes:

Collins would bring a high-flying presence to the Lakers bench and would likely be better offensively than Kuz ever was.

Why Atlanta says no:

Collins is beloved by fans and just about to enter his prime, which could reach a peak as high as his dunks.

Why Los Angeles says no:

Collins (just like Kuzma) is due for a big paycheck in a short time, and he may just turn into trade bait after a year if they can’t afford him. Losing Caruso would be devastating to some die-hard fans.