Hawks and Mavericks rumored to discuss Daniel Gafford trade

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Hawks and Mavericks rumored to discuss Daniel Gafford trade
Summary

The Atlanta Hawks are speculated to be discussing a trade with the Dallas Mavericks that could send Daniel Gafford and Naji Marshall to Atlanta in exchange for Jonathan Kuminga and multiple second-round picks. This move would provide the Hawks with a quality center and a valuable bench player in Marshall while Dallas would gain a versatile wing in Kuminga, reinforcing their young core. The Mavericks, under new management, are exploring their options after moving on from head coach Jason Kidd. The future of Kyrie Irving with Dallas remains uncertain, though recent reports suggest he is likely to stay with the team as they build around him and rookie Cooper Flagg.

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  • Hawks discuss trading for Daniel Gafford and Naji Marshall
  • Mavericks could receive Jonathan Kuminga and picks
  • Kyrie Irving expected to remain with Mavericks
  • Trade aligns with team strategies moving forward
  • Head coaching vacancy remains for Mavericks
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  • 8:29 PMYahoo SportsHawks predicted to swap ex-Warriors first-rounder for Mavericks' Daniel Gafford and $27M forward
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This would give the Dallas Mavericks a piece they are missing in their lineup. It would also be good for this former first-rounder to grow around Cooper Flagg and Kyrie Irving.

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