Atlanta Hawks Season Grades: John Collins
I've written before that Trae Young and John Collins are the heart and soul of the Atlanta Hawks, or perhaps the soul and heart depending on how you see it. At 6'9" and springs in lieu of legs, Collins fits perfectly next to the league leader in assists. Collins is the ideal hard-nosed sidekick. He's the Pusha T to Young's Kanye.
Despite being a match made in heaven, the Hawks front office has made it their mission to let Collins know he is expendable. His stellar 2020-21 season forced them into a new 5-year, $125 million contract (which is team-friendly, by the way). But within months, he was being used as a poker chip in trade talks. Let's review the up-and-down season for Collins.
End of the Year Grades
Offense - B+
Defense - A
Development - A
Overall Grade - A-
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