The Atlanta Hawks are in discussion with the Boston Celtics to acquire forward Gordon Hayward, Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes reports.
Hayward, according to Haynes, had a Tuesday deadline to decide his player option worth $34.2 million for the 2020-21 season. However, both teams decided to push the deadline until Nov. 19, a day after the 2020 NBA Draft.
The Hawks are looking to bring on another offensive weapon and playmaker to pair with the talented Trae Young. While Hayward could become the next big piece to play with Young in Atlanta, injuries have plagued the small forward.