Soaring Down South
Fansided

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) /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
6 of 26
Next
Atlanta Hawks
CLEVELAND, OHIO – FEBRUARY 09: Cedi Osman #16 of the Cleveland Cavaliers drives past Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers during the second half at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 09, 2020 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Clippers defeated the Cavaliers 133-92. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images) /

Cleveland Cavaliers

Overview:

Atlanta gains a veteran on a long-term, team-friendly deal by betting on itself that their pick in 2022 won’t be more valuable than Osman.

Why Atlanta says yes:

Osman is a perfect backup wing going into the future who fits the team’s free-shooting culture. He’s under contract until 2023, never making more than $8.5 million per year.

Why Cleveland says yes:

Opens up a wing spot on the roster for either a free agent veteran or potential draft picks such as Anthony Edwards or Deni Advija. The 2022 1st gives them flexibility if they want to continue tanking or go for a playoff run with Kevin Love and Andre Drummond.

Why Atlanta says no:

Even protected, giving up a 1st-round pick is risky. Even if the team is good by then, if someone gets hurt it could all come crashing down, with nothing to show for it.

Why Cleveland says no:

Osman is still developing and can be apart of the rotation for years to come, whether the team is good or bad.