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Trae Young trade would leave the Hawks with a gigantic void

The Hawks have no way to replace Trae Young's presence as a playmaking point guard in the trade market.

Quin Snyder reacts against the Phoenix Suns. | Kelsey Grant/GettyImages

The Atlanta Hawks have been thrust unwillingly into the spotlight as the national media has taken notice of the hot streak following Trae Young’s knee injury. While there is no indication the club is listening to trade offers, the emergence of Jalen Johnson has given the team a clear path forward if contract negotiations with Young break down.