Recent rumors have suggested that the Atlanta Hawks have shown interest in acquiring Jae Crowder from the Phoenix Suns. The Athletics’ Shams Charania shed more light on the matter regarding the Suns mutually agreeing upon parting ways with the veteran forward.
News of Crowder’s refusal to participate in the Phoenix Suns training camp came as a bit of a shock. However, with Phoenix shifting their focus to Cam Johnson’s development, the organization was willing to part ways with their veteran forward.
In light of this, several teams have shown interest in acquiring Crowder. The 32-year old 3&D specialist garnered some attention as the likes of the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers emerged as potential suitors.
However, as per Shams Charania’s sources, the Atlanta Hawks have also emerged as an interested party in the Jae Crowder sweepstakes. In a report, Charania shed more light on the matter. He said:
“Sources tell me the Hawks have emerged as a suitor, among interested teams, in Suns forward Jae Crowder. The Hawks and Suns have had conversations in recent weeks and months as Atlanta has seen that there is a pathway to bring Crowder into a big three of Trae Young, Dejounte Murray and John Collins.”
With the Suns reportedly negotiating deals for Crowder with other teams, the forward remains away from the organization.
In light of the recent scandals within the team along with Cam Johnson’s development, Crowder found himself in an unfavorable position. With the likelihood of seeing his playing time reduced to accommodate Johnson, Crowder made the decision to step away from the team.
With Phoenix also looking to offer Johnson an extension this season, the Suns and Crowder appear to be on the same page.
While the Atlanta Hawks will emerge as a viable landing spot for the 3&D specialist, the team may have some logistical issues to address.
The Atlanta Hawks may not benefit from acquiring Jae Crowder
