At 22-44, the Atlanta Hawks aren’t in playoff contention this season but, when it comes to the future, there is plenty to be excited about with the franchise. In addition to a war chest of draft assets that includes two projected top-10 picks in the 2019 NBA Draft, the Hawks boast an exciting (and youthful) three-man nucleus of Trae Young, John Collins and Kevin Huerter.
In recent days, Young has grabbed headlines for his explosive performance — particularly in a 49-point eruption against the Bulls — while Collins has produced at a high level from wire to wire and Huerter has flashed the potential as a dynamic floor-spacer and potential two-way player.