The team is skilled enough as a collective whole to challenge Slade. In my opinion, Hawkeye and Deadshot would take 6-7/10 hard-won fights against Deathstroke. Let me break this down a bit...
DEATHSTROKE'S EDGES:
Tactical Analysis - While Deadshot and Hawkeye are certainly not unintelligent, Deathstroke possesses a distinct advantage in the field of tactical planning. His enhanced brain functions and expertise in ambush techniques will make him a difficult target to outmaneuver and kill. Since Deathstroke is aware that he is being targeted, one can be sure that he will not place himself in compromising positions that will leave him susceptible to attacks. Slade is a master of thinking ahead, and it will certainly help his case here.
Physical Capabilities - Lawton and Barton are definitely competent in their own respective ways, but Deathstroke is an enhanced individual with physical abilities far above those of any regular humans. In terms of sheer physicality, Slade outclasses them both by a noticeable margin.
Equipment - Deathstroke is outfitted with high-end military grade weaponry, as well as Promethium-laced armor that protects him from most forms of conventional injury. Collectively, these tools are superior to those of the team (in my opinion).
TEAM'S EDGES:
Team Chemistry - As the OP stated, Hawkeye and Deadshot have perfect chemistry for this encounter. This is a HUGE advantage, especially considering just how skilled both of them are in their own ways.
Preparation - As stated in the OP, Hawkeye and Deadshot have one full day to prepare for the battle. This gives them a distinct edge, considering that Deathstroke has no real information on the people targeting him. Hawkeye and Deadshot will have time to study and analyze Slade's methods, which might just be enough to effectively counter Deathstroke's superior tactical abilities.
Marksmanship Efficacy - Hawkeye and Deadshot are both master marksmen, capable of various difficult shots. Deadshot is a firearms specialist, while Hawkeye is an expert archer. Deathstroke is a great marksman himself, but these two are simply a notch above him in terms of the utilization of ranged weaponry.
Conclusion - Although Deathstroke is a great tactician with enhanced physical conditioning, I believe that the perfect team chemistry and lengthy preparation period for Hawkeye and Deadshot would be the game changers for this battle. Deadshot is a brilliant marksman, while Hawkeye is a superlative archer with extensive hand to hand combat skills; them having perfect team chemistry makes them a serious threat. And although Deathstroke has a deadly arsenal, I don't believe that it will overcome the advantages that one day of preparation time will offer to the team.
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