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Atlanta Hawks' Trades Recap - July 3



Atlanta and Brooklyn Deal for Joe Johnson

Hawks receieve: SG-Anthony Morrow, G/F-DeShawn Stevenson, C-Johan Petro, PG-Jordan Farmar, PF-Jordan Williams, lottery-protected 2013 first-round pick (via Houston)

Nets receive: SG-Joe Johnson

Why this makes sense for Brooklyn:

The Nets are trying add to more star talent in hopes of A) luring Deron Williams to re-sign with the team and B) having a Plan B in case Williams doesn't return to the franchise. Brooklyn pretty much gives up a bunch of mediocre at best players to land one of the better shooting guards in the league even though he is still owed around $89 million over the next four years - GULP!.

This deal does leave the former residents of New Jersey with just four players under contract: Joe Johnson, Gerald Wallace, MarShon Brooks, and restricted free agent Brook Lopez. It also eliminates any possibility of Dwight Howard joining the team. It is certainly an aggressive play for the Nets, but one that could kill their cap flexibility for the next several years.



Why this makes sense for Atlanta:

New Hawks GM Danny Ferry isn't messing around. With Johnson eating up more than a third of Atlanta's cap space, Ferry quickly dumped the max contract Johnson signed just two summers ago. Atlanta was already over the expected league salary cap even though the team only had seven players under contract.

This deal provides the Hawks with depth for the time being, but more importantly opens up a ton of cap flexibility for the next few years as none of the acquired pieces have guaranteed deals past this upcoming season. In fact, Farmar is expected to be cut, which will save them even more money. In all, Atlanta frees up approximately $77 million by pulling the trigger on this trade.




Atlanta and Utah Swap


Hawks receive: PG-Devin Harris

Jazz receive: SF-Marvin Williams

Why this makes sense for Atlanta:

Following up the contract dump of trading Johnson, the Hawks can save even more for the future since Williams has a $7.5-million option for the 2013-14 season and Harris is in the final year of his contract. Harris also adds some experience to the point guard position where Jeff Teague played so-so last season in his first year as a starter. The former Wisconsin Badger is also able to play off the ball, so he can help fill the void left by Johnson at the two.

Why this makes sense for Utah:

In acquiring Marvin Williams from the Clippers this past weekend, the Jazz had a pair of starting point guard caliber players on its roster. The team does have a need for depth on the wing with both C.J. Miles and Josh Howard being unrestricted free agents. However, I am not sure why Utah was in such a hurry to deal Harris, especially for somebody like Williams, who has underachieved his entire career in Atlanta.



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Leave a comment Name Comment Verification: click on image to refresh it   Omar 03-23-2012 04:20 pm xxx.xxx.xxx6.60 (total posts: 1) 14     14 its a good thing i was wearing sartight white with built in neon when i went to the Super bowl. they almost didnt let me on the field:) and on a side note.. i feel bad for Slash:/ MaliceAtThePalace 03-09-2012 01:38 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.201 (total posts: 1) 52     25 Stephen Jackson is a phenomenal teammate. Just ask Ron Artest back in '04. Sean Shearier 03-09-2012 12:27 am xxx.xxx.xxx.117 (total posts: 1) 22     133 great site lots of information. Please check out www.walloffamesports.com Mike again 12-25-2011 02:01 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.237 (total posts: 2) 23     24 Lakers got Mavs first rounder this year for odom mike 12-25-2011 01:56 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.237 (total posts: 2) 30     42 you still have the clippers owning the twolves pick Joe 12-23-2011 11:05 am xxx.xxx.xxx.204 (total posts: 1) 54     26 Walt, I dont think you understand what the Amnesty Clause does. The contract doesnt count against the payroll, but you still have to pay the player. You dont just get out of the contract for free. There was no point in using it on Rashard Lewis, because he can still at least play. Even if you are paying him a ton of money, he can still give you decent minutes. Plus, next year, he is a huge expiring that can be used as a trade chip. Pete 12-23-2011 01:45 am xxx.xxx.xxx.167 (total posts: 1) 24     33 Dude Wizards don't amnesty Lewis because if they did, they would be significantly below the salary cap floor imposed on teams, forcing them to spend a bunch of money on an extremely weak free agent class. Makes sense that they wouldn't amnesty him because of that. Walter 12-23-2011 12:11 am xxx.xxx.xxx4.88 (total posts: 10) 142     25 Ugh, what page is that on? Editing at 3 am apparently isn't a good idea. Oh, and I'm always up this late during football season. My Russian gypsy neighbors are surprisingly quiet. Peter 12-22-2011 04:25 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.62 (total posts: 1) 23     24 Walter - Aren't you an English major? Or should I say, Engrish major? "However, if Davis plays with a chip on his shoulder, he provides the Knicks with a much-needed veteran experience in the backcourt, and unlike Mike Bibby, can still productive in the downside of his career." All kidding aside, you're doing a great job with this website. BTW, what are you doing up at 2:55 AM? Are the Russians keeping you up? Or are you trying to spy on the hot neighbor next door? Walter 12-22-2011 02:55 am xxx.xxx.xxx4.88 (total posts: 10) 20     19 Sorry about that. It was my fault (editing error). I posted the wrong logo. It's fixed. Fitz 12-20-2011 08:03 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.242 (total posts: 2) 21     20 Dude can you please correct that Davis for Bass trade. Bass plays for Orlando, not Dallas. It is the most annoying thing seeing that big of a mistake on an otherwise good website Fitz 12-19-2011 02:58 am xxx.xxx.xxx.242 (total posts: 2) 20     36 Bass plays for Orlando. Therefore Glen Davis is going to Orlando. Can you please correct this already Bro 12-16-2011 10:44 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.89 (total posts: 1) 28     20 The Pistons bought out Rip Hamilton's contract so they could still use their amnesty on Ben Gordon. I was hoping that the Pistons wouldnt resign Tayshaun Prince so we could land the first pick of the draft and get a stud to join our young core of Greg Monroe, Austin Daye and Brandon Knight. But, the Pistons are stupid so they will rely on bums like Charlie Villanueva and Ben Gordon to win us out of a good draft pick and stay mediocre. Also... 12-16-2011 11:10 am xxx.xxx.xxx6.44 (total posts: 4) 26     21 The Pistons bought out Rip's contract, and didn't use their amnesty clause yet. God willing, Ben Gordon is next to go. What an idiot 12-16-2011 11:08 am xxx.xxx.xxx6.44 (total posts: 4) 23     22 Way to keep on your trades, Paul and Dave! Brandon Bass has been with the Magic for awhile now, kinda shocking Walt would let someone so in-ept write for his site. Pages: 1 2 3 45 6 7

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