Overview
- Chris Haynes reports Atlanta is very intrigued by a Davis trade and was told a potential deal would not include Trae Young, with Dallas instead seeking expiring money, picks and young players such as Zaccharie Risacher.
- Marc Stein says there is growing belief the Hawks are more open than ever to trading Young, noting that carrying both his contract and Davis’ would strain payroll, with expiring deals like Kristaps Porzingis and Luke Kennard viewed as key salary ballast.
- Hoops Rumors, citing Stein, adds that Atlanta views Jalen Johnson and its 2026 first it controls as off‑limits, raising questions about how much draft compensation the Hawks can attach to a Davis package.
- ESPN’s Tim MacMahon says Atlanta made no attempt to extend Young and is signaling it wants an exit ramp, though league interest may be limited for small, defense‑deficient guards on max deals.
- Stein reports new Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont prefers to see Kyrie Irving, Davis and rookie Cooper Flagg together before authorizing a major move, while Davis’ groin issue, limited games and expected August extension pursuit further complicate in‑season talks.