Hawks Exploring Trade of No. 23 Draft Pick Amid Focus on Jaylen Brown

The Atlanta Hawks are actively shopping their No. 23 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, according to sources speaking to Jake Fischer of The People’s Insider. With the team already set to use its No. 8 pick on a projected top-10 prospect, Atlanta is narrowing its focus to one first-round selection. Meanwhile, ongoing rumors suggest they are pursuing Boston’s Jaylen Brown in a potential blockbuster trade.

Sources confirm the Hawks are in early-stage discussions with several teams about moving the No. 23 pick. While the team has not yet made a definitive offer, the pick has drawn interest from multiple franchises looking to add draft capital or future assets. The Hawks’ decision to trade down could signal a shift in their draft strategy, prioritizing cap flexibility or veteran depth over a second rookie.

Jaylen Brown, 26, is entering the final year of his contract with the Celtics. He is averaging 18.4 points and 4.3 rebounds per game this season while shooting 42.1% from three-point range. Brown’s elite scoring ability and defensive versatility make him a coveted asset in a trade. The Hawks, who recently hired Quin Snyder on a multi-year deal, could see Brown as a perfect fit under Snyder’s structured system.

Atlanta’s current roster features two-way guard Tyus Jones and swingman De’Andre Hunter as primary perimeter options. However, the Hawks lack a consistent high-impact scorer outside of Trae Young. Brown would immediately elevate their offensive firepower and provide a secondary ball-handler to complement Young’s playmaking.

The Celtics have yet to comment publicly on trade speculation involving Brown. However, Boston’s cap situation is projected to be tight in the coming season, making a trade more likely if the right offer materializes. The Hawks would need to send multiple assets, possibly including future draft picks or young players like Ziaire Williams.

With the draft set for June 27, teams are entering the final stretch of pre-draft evaluations and trade talks. The Hawks’ pursuit of Brown could accelerate in the coming weeks, especially if they gauge strong interest from Boston or other suitors. A deal would reshape Atlanta’s wing rotation and provide immediate impact on both ends of the floor.