If I were Danny, my #1 target going into the trade season would have been De'Andre Hunter. He's a 3+D type of swing who has shown flashes of shot creation skills. He's also a willing passer. Reminds me a lot of Mikal Bridges, only 2 inches taller and about 2 inches longer.
Problem is, why would the Hawks trade him? Well, they need an elite perimeter defender to put next to Trae Young. The C's got an elite guard defender in Marcus Smart. Imo, he's the 2nd best guard defender in the NBA behind only Ben Simmons (who ain't exactly a guard to begin with). Smart for Hunter straight up isn't a valid trade. More piece(s) must be involved.
The Hawks have plenty of interesting players. Here are some of them.
Onyeka Okongwu: Mobile big man who can switch ball screens on the perimeter. In theory, he'd be a perfect fit in our defensive system. That said, imo he'll be a bust. I just don't think he's long enough to play the 5. He ain't skilled enough to play the 4 either.
Cam Reddish: Versatile wing defender. His offensive game is a work in progress.
John Collins: No need to write about Collins. He might be CelticsStrong's binkie.
Kevin Huerter: Promising wing shooter. His defense leaves a lot to be desired.
Kris Dunn: Poor man's Marcus Smart. Imo, he's the best on-ball guard defender in the NBA. In fact, he comfortably led the league in STL% last season. Smart is hands down a more versatile/switchable defender.
Given that the Hawks would be adding Smart, I would assume that Dunn makes perfect sense to be included in the trade. Let's say the C's throw in Semi, who's a poor man's Hunter.
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Feel free to include pick(s) if you deem it necessary or to come up with an idea of your own.