Overview
- Multiple insiders identify Atlanta as the most aggressive suitor for Anthony Davis, with talks characterized as exploratory rather than imminent.
- Chris Haynes reported a potential Hawks offer would not include Trae Young, with Dallas preferring expiring contracts, young assets and draft picks, and Zaccharie Risacher cited as a target.
- Marc Stein and ESPN’s Tim MacMahon say Atlanta is increasingly open to trading Young after making no extension push, though league interest is viewed as limited given his contract and market dynamics.
- Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont is described as inclined to wait to see Cooper Flagg, Davis and Kyrie Irving together before considering a major move ahead of the Feb. 5 deadline.
- Davis’ recent groin strain, limited availability this season, and a sizable contract with near‑term extension eligibility complicate trade construction, and other teams like Golden State have discussed him internally but lack realistic pathways.