Tue Feb 04 09:40:00 IST 2025: **Hawks Veteran Players Bogdanovic and Capela May Be Traded Before Thursday’s Deadline**
ATLANTA, GA – The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly exploring trade options for veteran players Bogdan Bogdanović and Clint Capela before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. The team, currently vying for a play-in tournament spot with a record of 22-26, has already lost Jalen Johnson for the season. This, coupled with the team’s lack of its own first-round pick, is fueling speculation.
Reports from various sources suggest the Hawks are actively shopping Bogdanović, despite his significant contract. The 32-year-old is owed $17.2 million this season, with one guaranteed year and a team option remaining. His performance this season has been below expectations, leading to discussions with other teams about potential trades.
Meanwhile, Capela’s availability has been known for some time. The Hawks’ potential trade of both players has fueled other trade discussions.
One possible trade partner is the Phoenix Suns, who are reportedly in talks with the Hawks about a potential deal involving center Jusuf Nurkic and a first-round pick in exchange for Bogdanović.
More surprisingly, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst has suggested that the Hawks might pursue Brandon Ingram of the New Orleans Pelicans. This is despite Ingram’s reported interest in a large contract this offseason, and his limited appearances this season due to injury. The Hawks’ need for a scorer after Johnson’s injury may outweigh this consideration.
The Hawks’ front office is clearly actively exploring multiple options before the deadline, leaving fans in suspense as to which players will remain in Atlanta.
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