Hawks seeking first-round pick, starting-caliber player in John Collins trade

One team contacted by Atlanta regarding [John] Collins told Bleacher Report the Hawks were only seeking a valuable first-round pick and a starting-caliber player in exchange for the talented young forward.

Source: Jake Fischer/Bleacher Report

ANALYSIS: Collins has been a hot name in trade rumors over the past few weeks. The 24-year-old is averaging 16.8 points and 7.9 rebounds in his fifth season with the Hawks. Fischer also added that the Hawks could pursue a higher return, such as acquiring Jerami Grant from the Pistons or Derrick White from the Spurs. According to the report, Bogdan Bogdanovic is seen as available.