The NBA rumor mill never stops, and it’s not always clear which rumors are smoke and which ones are fire. The Washington Wizards offering the 10th overall pick for Malcolm Brogdon? That was probably smoke. The Nets and Kyrie Irving on the verge of a nasty divorce? Three-alarm fire.
Initially, rumors of the San Antonio Spurs and Atlanta Hawks discussing a deal for Dejounte Murray were considered smoke. But over the last couple of days it has increasingly seemed that the Spurs actually are looking into trading their young All-Star point guard. If that is the case, the Cleveland Cavaliers need to find a way to get into those trade discussions.
The San Antonio Spurs are reportedly open to trading All-Star guard Dejoute Murray. If true, the Cavs need to find a way to trade for this perfect fit.
Currently it appears that the Spurs and Hawks are continuing their discussions, with the Spurs reportedly considering a trade package of multiple first-round picks and an expiring contract.
In talking with multiple sources around the NBA, many believe Hawks on verge of trading for San Antonio's All-Star guard Dejounte Murray - However, it's looking like John Collins is not part of deal. Would be Gallo & multiple 1st round picks. Spurs prepping for future & '23 draft
— Zach Klein (@ZachKleinWSB) June 27, 2022
Whether that means the Spurs are tanking for Victor Wembanyama at the top of the 2023 NBA Draft or simply trying to move Murray at the top of his value, that seems like a low return for a two-way player like Murray and something the Cavs could top if they leaped into the deal.
The Hawks are trying to get a big guard who can defend to pair with Trae Young and handle enough to weaponize Young off-ball; they tried that with Delon Wright last season and are trying to find the higher-level version of such a move. The Cavs have their own small, on-ball star with the shooting to move off-ball; let’s look into why they should dive into the trade fray and try to come away with Dejounte Murray.