Hawks Urged to Add ‘Franchise Player’ After Playoffs Loss to Knicks
The Atlanta Hawks' playoff exit after a Game 6 loss to the New York Knicks has sparked discussion about the team's need for a franchise player following the trade of Trae Young. Former player Jeff Teague suggested the Hawks should pursue top draft prospect AJ Dybantsa to rebuild around a new superstar. Atlanta holds lottery odds and multiple draft picks, giving them options to either secure a high selection or trade up for talent.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Atlanta Hawks' Game 6 blowout loss to the New York Knicks not only exposed a team playing badly, but it also revealed a need to address a bigger issue moving forward: the lack of a franchise player.Many believed the Hawks could be this year's version of last postseason's Indiana Pacers, who made it all the way to the NBA Finals.
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