It's widely rumored that he's looking for a deal worth something in the area of $28 million a year. Hawks Can't Overpay for WatsonFrom a pure statistical perspective, $28 million feels like a hefty sum for Watson's services. And the Hawks can't afford a $28 million contract for a role player. Hawks Need to Preserve Financial FlexibilityThe Hawks' highest-paid player in 2026-27 will be Johnson. They don't need Watson badly enough to cough up $28 million.