In a fairly transparent move, Hawks GM Travis Schlenk is aiming to recreate the incredible success he experienced as a member of the Golden State Warriors front office by selecting his very own splash brothers with the first two picks the team has in this draft.
Huerter’s stock skyrocketed after excellent performances in scrimmages at the NBA Draft Combine, and his stellar feel and basketball IQ might serve as a solid door prize for what might’ve been with the Hawks and Luka Doncic.
With Young and Huerter on the court for Atlanta, the team’s shooting profiles have been immediately upgraded.