{"id":476671,"date":"2025-12-31T20:07:52","date_gmt":"2025-12-31T19:07:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportando.basketball\/?p=476671"},"modified":"2025-12-31T20:07:52","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T19:07:52","slug":"hawks-explore-daniel-gafford-trade-amid-porzingis-absence-and-frontcourt-concerns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportando.basketball\/en\/hawks-explore-daniel-gafford-trade-amid-porzingis-absence-and-frontcourt-concerns\/","title":{"rendered":"Hawks Explore Daniel Gafford Trade Amid Porzingis Absence and Frontcourt Concerns"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Atlanta Hawks<\/span><\/span><\/strong> have shown interest in acquiring Daniel Gafford<\/span><\/span><\/strong> from the Dallas Mavericks<\/span><\/span><\/strong> as Kristaps Porzingis<\/span><\/span><\/strong> continues to battle an illness that has kept him sidelined for long stretches, as reported by NY Post.<\/a><\/p>\n

Porzingis has missed 14 of Atlanta\u2019s last 15 games, prompting the Hawks to explore options to reinforce their frontcourt. Gafford has emerged as a potential target, though league sources indicate that significant hurdles remain in trade discussions.<\/p>\n

Gafford signed a three-year, $60 million contract extension last offseason that runs through 2029, with an annual salary comparable to that of Wendell Carter Jr.<\/span><\/span><\/strong> and Jarrett Allen<\/span><\/span><\/strong>. Hawks sources have firmly denied reports suggesting that Atlanta would include 2024 No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher<\/span><\/span><\/strong> in any potential deal, stressing that the organization remains confident in Risacher\u2019s long-term development despite his struggles in his second NBA season.<\/p>\n

On the other side, Dallas is reportedly seeking young prospects and expiring contracts as it reshapes its roster, and appears open to moving Gafford under the right conditions.<\/p>\n

However, health concerns loom large. Like Porzingis, Gafford has dealt with recurring injuries throughout his career, making him a risky acquisition for a Hawks team already facing durability questions in the frontcourt.<\/p>\n

The potential move presents a complex dilemma for Atlanta\u2019s front office. While adding Gafford could immediately address a positional need, it would also bring long-term financial commitments and medical risk.<\/p>\n

Team officials have indicated a preference to evaluate the current roster more extensively before making major changes. Still, Porzingis\u2019 continued absence and the Hawks\u2019 recent struggles may accelerate decision-making.<\/p>\n

Atlanta has lost 10 of its last 12 games and is currently riding a seven-game losing streak. Whether the Hawks pursue Gafford or another center option ahead of the trade deadline remains uncertain, with Onyeka Okongwu<\/span><\/span><\/strong> and Asa Newell<\/span><\/span><\/strong> also part of the team\u2019s center rotation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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