
Hawks Pass on Davis, Wizards Pay the Price | Atlanta Hawks News
Published: September 1, 2026
Duration: 1:15
The Atlanta Hawks wisely passed on Anthony Davis at the trade deadline, avoiding a risky gamble with a 33-year-old injury-prone superstar now seeking a max contract. Instead, Washington took the plunge — but with no extension talks until after the season, Davis may soon be looking for a way out. With playoff droughts and big-money demands looming, Davis could become the next star to demand a trade. The Hawks, fresh off their own postseason run, dodged potential chaos by staying patient — proving sometimes the smartest move is walking away from temptation.
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