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Atlanta Hawks Free Agency Tier List: Power Forwards

By Dallin Duffy

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Ranking the most interesting power forward targets the Atlanta Hawks could sign.

Although the team has John Collins, the Atlanta Hawks could be in the market for a power forward this fall. There have already been rumors of the team being interested in Davis Bertans, a sharpshooting forward who would certainly help the team’s perimeter scoring.

Bertans won’t come cheap, however, and while the Hawks have the most cap space in the league, there are a handful of other cheaper options that they could target. Let’s take a look.

NBA Free Agency Tier List: Power Forwards

Searching for a big payday:

If Anthony Davis opts out of his deal, he’d be the best unrestricted free agent to hit the market in several years. But even if he does, all signs point to him returning to Hollywood.

Gallinari, like Bertans, is a floor-spacing big who will earn a hefty payday this fall. Gallinari’s game is more varied than Bertans, but with the Hawks just needing a sixth man rather than a starter, Bertans is the better fit for them.

High-end role players:

Paul Millsap has helped put a so-so regular season behind him with a solid postseason. He’s not the four-time All-Star he was with the Hawks years ago, but he’s still a solid two-way option. Henson would likely come cheap, and would significantly help Atlanta’s interior defense.

Young (and thus, pricey) studs:

Giles is perhaps the most intriguing player in all of free agency. He has top-tier potential but unfortunately, he’ll only reach that potential if he can stay healthy, which he hasn’t yet.

We already dedicated 900 words or so on why Harell, the sixth man of the year, doesn’t make sense in Atlanta.

Proven vets:

Either Morris brother would bring tenacity and defensive veteranship to the Hawks’ bench, while Ibaka would be a big boost the offense.

End of the bench guys:

Moose! Muscala averaged just 12.2 minutes per game last season and could come back to Atlanta to seek out a larger role. Boucher was a breakout star for the Raptors and his price tag could reflect that.

Low-risk fliers:

Vonleh is a fierce rebounder who would likely cost the team just the minimum contract. At just 26 years old, Saric is worth a look.

Other noteworthy names:

Tolliver was rejuvenated on the Grizzlies last season, and could still provide value next year in what would be his age-35 season.

Next. Free Agency Tier List: Small Forwards. dark

What power forwards do you think the Atlanta Hawks should target?