If the Atlanta Hawks want to take that next step into a perennial threat to go deep into the playoffs, there could need to be changes made to the roster.
In a new trade proposal from Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report, they get just that. Swartz has the Hawks taking a couple of their higher-priced veterans and, in return, landing a former No. 1 overall pick.
There is also a potential added benefit that could appeal to the Hawks at the highest level.
The target is embattled Phoenix Suns big man Deandre Ayton, the No.