The Atlanta Hawks have not yet recovered from a tough Play-In collapse at the hands of the Miami Heat. By now, Trae Young might be evaluating if his goals still align with the organization.

To make internal matters worse, GM Landry Fields was fired, leaving the Hawks with no one leading the basketball operations. The front office has a make-or-break summer this season. This could indicate that a huge change could happen anytime.

With all failed playoff expectations, Young could use his talent elsewhere. One of the possible suitors for the guard is the Heat, but what trade proposal can happen?

Trae Young's Future Takes Over Hawks' Offseason Headlines

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Trae Young's Atlanta future has again become the center of trade rumors. While Young is eligible for a gigantic extension—either a four-year, $229 million contract or a five-year supermax if voted All-NBA, anything can happen instantly. According to Sports Illustrated, NBA insider Chris Haynes recently said on "The Dan Patrick Show" that Young is still committed to Atlanta's process, but other teams are keeping an eye on the situation.

Despite the consecutive lackluster seasons, Young retains the All-NBA ability to guide a team. Although he hasn't asked for a trade, other suitors keep piling up, led by Miami.

Bleacher Report's Suggested Trade

A suggested trade by Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus sends Trae Young to the Miami Heat for Terry Rozier, Duncan Robinson, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Nikola Jović, Pelle Larsson, and two future draft picks—along with a trade exception. On paper, it's a steal. But in reality, it grossly undervalues Young's value.

Why the Hawks Should Say No to This Young-to-Heat Deal

Terry Rozier and Duncan Robinson have expiring deals, but their on-court value is marginal. Rozier is no longer in Miami's playoff rotation, and Robinson's elite shooting doesn't offset his defensive liabilities.

Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Nikola Jović are young, but neither has shown enough upside. Jaquez stalled in development this season, while Jović remains inconsistent and injury-prone. Neither of them is projected as a foundational piece.

Draft Picks are at best middling. A mid-first of 2025 and a protected 2030 first-round pick (protected through 2031) don't consider Young's existing All-Star effect or long-term worth.

Young Deserves a Star-Caliber Return

Trae Young is polarizing, but don't make any mistake about it—he remains one of the NBA's best scoring threats. To trade him for a package of expiring deals, role players, and mediocre draft picks doesn't improve Atlanta. It resets the organization without a defined direction ahead.

Unless the Hawks get back a premium young asset and future unprotected picks, they're best served taking the route of building around Young, who is committed and hungry to lead Atlanta to contention.

The Hawks Must Hold the Line

The future of the Hawks franchise may ride on this offseason. Involving Trae Young for anything short of a star-level package would be an enormous mistake. Listen, but don't settle.