The Atlanta Hawks are actively looking to enhance their roster, particularly in the frontcourt, as they prepare for the upcoming NBA season. With Onyeka Okongwu proving to be a capable starter, the need for additional center depth has become apparent. The Hawks struggled on the boards last season, especially with Jock Landale's injury impacting their performance in the paint. To address this issue, the Hawks are considering several trade options that could provide the necessary reinforcements without sacrificing too much future draft capital. One intriguing proposal involves acquiring Daniel Gafford from the Dallas Mavericks, along with Naji Marshall. This trade would see the Hawks send Jonathan Kuminga and multiple future second-round picks to Dallas. Gafford's rebounding ability, with a total rebound percentage above 16% for the past three seasons, would significantly improve the Hawks' offensive rebounding, an area where Okongwu has struggled. Additionally, Gafford's playoff experience and physicality would be invaluable as the Hawks aim for a deeper postseason run. Naji Marshall, a 6'6
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