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Few in this forum are.I'm not a big fan of Dick, though.
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Few in this forum are.I'm not a big fan of Dick, though.
Then we might look to move Ant to Toronto who needs a long term lead guard. I think Ant is worth these young players and expiring contracts both of which (Porter and Young) we would need to waive.
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While I wouldn't do that deal any day of the week let alone Sunday, Toronto's motivation would be that they'd be getting the best player in the deal at a position of real need for them.Then we might look to move Ant to Toronto who needs a long term lead guard. I think Ant is worth these young players and expiring contracts both of which (Porter and Young) we would need to waive.
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I'd do this deal every day and twice on Sunday. Why would Toronto do that?
I'd do the Ant to Toronto part 110%. I think Koloko will be a very good role player. I'm not a big fan of Dick, though.
Look, I'm not gonna beat around the bush. Call me a pussy, I don't care. I just can't get behind Dick.define big
Who?What about the forward out of Kansas, though?
Not sure what Washington's inclusion in that really accomplishes, or how it's any better than the (not great) 4-team version that I've posted a couple times.The 5-team Damian Lillard-James Harden trade no one is talking about
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Maybe there's a good reason nobody's talking about it?
Don't you know Washington is just biting at the bit to get Lowry?Not sure what Washington's inclusion in that really accomplishes, or how it's any better than the (not great) 4-team version that I've posted a couple times.
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In fact, I'd go so far as to say their's is markedly worse. Their version has us taking Powell back, taking Duncan Robinson, and giving up Nurk for that privilege? Just terrible.
Not sure what Washington's inclusion in that really accomplishes, or how it's any better than the (not great) 4-team version that I've posted a couple times.
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In fact, I'd go so far as to say their's is markedly worse. Their version has us taking Powell back, taking Duncan Robinson, and giving up Nurk for that privilege? Just terrible.
Don't forget she also says we have to waive JABARI WALKERNot sure what Washington's inclusion in that really accomplishes, or how it's any better than the (not great) 4-team version that I've posted a couple times.
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In fact, I'd go so far as to say their's is markedly worse. Their version has us taking Powell back, taking Duncan Robinson, and giving up Nurk for that privilege? Just terrible.
I never thought i would hate a reporter this much
Because the Harden situation is toxic. Yes Morey is ok pushing for a time with that, but Harden also doesn't have a ton of trade value. Herro and Martin are both starting caliber players and either or both could potentially have better seasons than a mid 30's Harden on an expiring contract. Herro is locked up much cheaper for 4 more years. Martin is on an excellent contract.I'll ask my question again - why would Philly want to help facilitate Dame to Miami?
Because the Harden situation is toxic. Yes Morey is ok pushing for a time with that, but Harden also doesn't have a ton of trade value. Herro and Martin are both starting caliber players and either or both could potentially have better seasons than a mid 30's Harden on an expiring contract. Herro is locked up much cheaper for 4 more years. Martin is on an excellent contract.
They have Maxey and Embiid as the stars of the offense. They don't need a lesser offensive star focal point - they need complimentary supporting players like Herro and Martin - to a lesser extent on the bench for one season Batum.
Maybe.... but I think the main concern is keeping Embiid happy, and if they lose Harden and they don't replace him with another star, I think they have to seriously consider shopping Embiid.
Is this team a contender?
Maxey
Herro
Martin
Harris
Embiid
I don't think that team is even close to being as good as Boston or Miami (if they had Dame).
Then we might look to move Ant to Toronto who needs a long term lead guard. I think Ant is worth these young players and expiring contracts both of which (Porter and Young) we would need to waive.
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Getting Wright and Gallo would be a great move for Portland's youngsters. Both are solid vets who would be great mentors to the team.Not sure what Washington's inclusion in that really accomplishes, or how it's any better than the (not great) 4-team version that I've posted a couple times.
Maybe they view it that way or maybe not. If they thought Harden was a real star they would've locked him up long term. They don't view him that way and pushed for him to get on a cheaper expiring contract instead. I'd give that 6ers team you list much higher odds of winning in the playoffs than their current squad. Herro/Martin/Maxey are all in their 20's with upside that Harden doesn't have. They probably still need another addition but they would be one step away instead of currently being 2-3 moves away.
Boston/Milwaukee/Miami are all probably above the 6ers now as well as after a trade but its not a huge gap. Any of these teams could easily beat the other next season.
The problem with Harden is not that he isn't a star, but that he's an old star. I don't think anyone wants to max him for 4-5 more years. He's about to turn 34 in about a week. He's already showing signs of slowing down. However, if they give him up for a weak return, I can't see Embiid wanting to stay there. I'm not as confident as you seem to be about how that starting lineup would fare.
What are you smoking bro?I'd do this deal every day and twice on Sunday. Why would Toronto do that?
Is their "mentorship" also worth paying Robinson and Powell a combined $115M over the next 3 years? I really don't think so.Getting Wright and Gallo would be a great move for Portland's youngsters. Both are solid vets who would be great mentors to the team.
Fair enough. But I think it’s unusual for a team to trade a quality player for a draft pick three years down the road. Most teams will want a return on their money sooner than that.Again, future picks are trade gold that can be used whenever. For instance, Jeremi Grant was acquired from Detroit for a 2025 Milwaukee Bucks 1st that Portland held. Days later, the Pistons then used that same pick to acquire Jalen Duren.