Atlanta Hawks: Analyzing The Ersan Ilyasova Trade

The Outlook

With one trade in the books, the question now turns to what’s next for the Hawks. Before they get to look at how Ilyasova fits as a part of their system, it’s likely that there could be more moves to come.

Speaking with Adrian Wojnarowski of The Vertical in a video interview earlier on Wednesday, Hawks general manager made it clear that the organization’s deadline focus remains fully fixed on getting the most out of the current season.

"“I think it’s fair to classify the Atlanta Hawks as buyers. We’re in a fortunate pick position, as we’ve got 11 picks over the next three drafts and it’s safe to say we’re not going to have 11 rookies on our team over that same period of time. “So, we’re absolutely looking for the opportunity to improve our team, although at the same time we feel really good about our group. We don’t feel as if we have to do something, but if the right opportunity came about, we’ll be aggressive to try and help our team through the stretch run.”"

Ilyasova was clearly a player who the Hawks felt could be termed as “the right opportunity,” and according to Chris Vivlamore of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, there’s likely more to come.

That probably means the Hawks will continue to search for a veteran point guard who can add some extra depth alongside Malcolm Delaney and behind Dennis Schröder in the rotation.

With the addition of Ilyasova, expiring forwards like Scott and Humphries could now be prime candidates to be moved, along with picks, in Atlanta’s pursuit of point guard help.

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It seems like Thursday’s NBA trade deadline could prove to be a busy day for the Atlanta Hawks.