Atlanta Hawks consider Kyrie Irving as potential trade target
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 3:21 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The Atlanta Hawks are evaluating the possibility of acquiring Kyrie Irving from the Dallas Mavericks if he becomes available. Discussions have arisen regarding Irving's future in Dallas following a knee injury and the team's shift towards building around 19-year-old rookie Cooper Flagg. Despite Irving's strong performance prior to his injury, questions linger about his long-term fit with the Mavericks. The Hawks seek a veteran point guard and scorer and may have resources to facilitate such a trade, especially since they do not currently have a player earning over $30 million. The Atlanta roster includes players like Jalen Johnson, CJ McCollum, and Dyson Daniels.
- •Hawks may target Kyrie Irving if he becomes available.
- •Irving is recovering from a torn ACL but was effective before the injury.
- •Dallas plans to focus on rookie Cooper Flagg's development.
- •Hawks lack a player making over $30 million, aiding potential trade talks.
- •Jalen Johnson currently leads the Hawks in scoring and assists.
- 3:21 AMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Hawks Could Have Intriguing Kyrie Irving Trade Opportunity
"The Atlanta Hawks could make sense as a Kyrie Irving trade destination if the Dallas Mavericks eventually decide to move the veteran guard.
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