Son of record mogul Clive Davis to buy Hawks?

The Hawks are for sale. (USATSI)

Attorney Doug Davis, the son of legendary record producer Clive Davis, is a "leading contender" to purchase the Atlanta Hawks, according to the New York Post. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Chris Vivlamore confirmed that he is a "legitimate candidate."

Davis, 40, represents clients such as Lil Jon and Swizz Beatz. He also represents basketball player Metta World Peace. Davis' group includes music and entertainment executives, artists and celebrities.

This is the first name we've heard as a potential buyer since controlling owner Bruce Levenson announced his intention to sell last Sunday. Hawks CEO Steve Koonin said that same day that he had "over seven phone calls directly today from multi-billionaires," via the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Also that day, Davis took to Twitter:

The Atlanta Hawks...

— Doug Davis (@DJD) September 7, 2014

I love Atlanta. I have strong ties to the community there and owe much of my career to it.

— Doug Davis (@DJD) September 7, 2014

Surely more buyers will surface in the next little while.

Topics: Atlanta Hawks, NBA

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