The Jazz have made a major move in the NBA trade market, acquiring guard Jabari Parker from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for forward Rudy Gay and a future second-round pick, according to an Associated Press source.
The move is a major one for the Jazz, who have been looking to bolster their backcourt for some time. Parker, a former No. 2 overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft, has had an up-and-down career since entering the league. He has averaged 15.3 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game over his six-year career, but his numbers have dipped in recent seasons.
However, the Jazz are hoping that Parker can find a new home in Salt Lake City and help them make a deep playoff run this season. Parker is a talented scorer and playmaker who can help spread the floor and create shots for his teammates. He is also a capable defender who can guard multiple positions on the court.
The Hawks, meanwhile, are getting a veteran presence in Gay, who is averaging 11.8 points and 5.4 rebounds per game this season. Gay is a solid role player who can provide leadership and scoring off the bench for the Hawks. He is also a capable defender who can help the team on that end of the floor.
The future second-round pick is also a nice addition for the Hawks, as it gives them another asset to use in future trades or to draft a young player with potential.
Overall, this trade looks like a win-win for both teams involved. The Jazz get a talented young player in Parker who can help them make a deep playoff run this season, while the Hawks get a veteran presence in Gay and an extra asset in the future second-round pick. It will be interesting to see how this trade works out for both teams in the long run.
