League wondering about Zion Williamson's availability in trades
Brian Windhorst: The Pelicans have had some cursory discussions. From what I’ve been told, there haven’t been any offers made necessarily yet, but it makes you really not take too far of a leap to wonder… The league is certainly wondering if the Pelicans are going to make for the first time truly Zion Williamson available ahead of next week’s draft.
if the Knicks were gonna trade for a guy from the Pelicans
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ESPN Sources: As rivals begin reaching out to the Wizards to explore possibility of trading for All-Star guard Bradley Beal, president Michael Winger and Beal’s agent Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports are staying in close contact to discuss scenarios presented to franchise.
about being in favor of bringing Beal to NY...which makes me wonder if he knew something might be happening.
Is there a point where the cost of players/picks going to Washington for Beal is so low that the contract becomes easier to swallow?
In fairness, he also was very vocal about them going after Westbrook (which obviously never happened and no real indication there was any traction there).
guess is LaVine is the guy they end up with *if* they make a major move. Doesn't sound like KP is on their radar and Lillard isn't coming. Decent buzz they are interested in KAT but I doubt it.
-Does seem like greater than 50% chance Zion is traded somewhere, Portland? Charlotte?
why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
Perhaps I am mistaken about his teammates,but I seem to recall that he had issues in the past.
i agree Mitchell would have been a mistake.
DeJounte Murray was the one who got away IMHO.
why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
Perhaps I am mistaken about his teammates,but I seem to recall that he had issues in the past.
i agree Mitchell would have been a mistake.
DeJounte Murray was the one who got away IMHO.
Where there is smoke there is usually fire-no thanks
why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
Perhaps I am mistaken about his teammates,but I seem to recall that he had issues in the past.
i agree Mitchell would have been a mistake.
DeJounte Murray was the one who got away IMHO.
The Hawks were bad last year with Murray playing next to Trae Young, a similar point guard to Brunson. The cost for Murray wasn’t worth it. LaVine is a much better scorer and outside shooter. I don’t know if LaVine is available and, if he is, what the cost would be. However, look at his numbers. They are incredibly efficient and impressive for a shooting guard. In 2021, he averaged 27 points a game while shooting better than 50%. That’s really impressive. He’s the anti-Melo.
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The Warriors and Suns discussed a potential deal centered around Chris Paul before he was dealt to the Wizards, per @ShamsCharania
why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
I don't know about slurping but he's flat out been better than Bradley Beal over the last few seasons and is 2 years younger...
Beal is viewed as this A1 superstar but over his last 2 seasons 18.7 PER/.074 WS/48. RAPTOR WAR this season #109. I'm not "obsessed" with LaVine BUT...19.5 PER/.122 WS/48 (last 2) #56 player by RAPTOR in 2023.
gonna lie, the fact the Wizards pick isn't likely to ever convey does suck.
It’s why I think all of this draft pick “assets” are a bit overrated. They should get the Dallas pick next year which probably is mid teens. The Bucks pick is most likely in the twenty’s in 2025. I mean, it’s okay I guess. But I think it’s been overrated by some here. Not sure these picks move the needle much in trades.
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gonna lie, the fact the Wizards pick isn't likely to ever convey does suck.
It’s why I think all of this draft pick “assets” are a bit overrated. They should get the Dallas pick next year which probably is mid teens. The Bucks pick is most likely in the twenty’s in 2025. I mean, it’s okay I guess. But I think it’s been overrated by some here. Not sure these picks move the needle much in trades. [/quote
Nobody knows where the Bucks will be in 2025. It’s possible their run is coming to an end and Giannis could eventually ask out. That could definitely turn into a lottery pick. While the Wizards will be really bad in the immediate future, nobody knows what kind of team they’ll have in 2026. These picks all still have some degree of value. The Knicks also have a lot of young talented players on good contracts that have a lot of value all over the league. The Knicks are in the best spot they’ve been in the last 25 years.
RE: Doesnt the wizards pick turn into a second eventually?
The Clippers are indeed interested in pursuing Chris Paul, according to a league source not authorized to speak publicly about another team’s player. The Clippers are evaluating what it would take to acquire Paul, who must first decide if he is open to staying in Washington. Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes was first to report LA’s interest in trading for Paul.
– via Law Murray @ The Athletic
gonna lie, the fact the Wizards pick isn't likely to ever convey does suck.
It’s why I think all of this draft pick “assets” are a bit overrated. They should get the Dallas pick next year which probably is mid teens. The Bucks pick is most likely in the twenty’s in 2025. I mean, it’s okay I guess. But I think it’s been overrated by some here. Not sure these picks move the needle much in trades.
The Knicks unprotected picks are the most valuable, and the protected picks value is allowing Knicks to trade more unprotected picks..
I know the injury history of zion but man if ever you were gonna gamble i think this would be the time with zion, when healthy ( i know a big if ) he was producing like a top 5-7 with MVP potential
Wonder what the cost would be i know the rumors are pelicans are dangling him to try and get into top 3 from either charlotte or portland
rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
I don't know about slurping but he's flat out been better than Bradley Beal over the last few seasons and is 2 years younger...
Beal is viewed as this A1 superstar but over his last 2 seasons 18.7 PER/.074 WS/48. RAPTOR WAR this season #109. I'm not "obsessed" with LaVine BUT...19.5 PER/.122 WS/48 (last 2) #56 player by RAPTOR in 2023.
Beal is possibly the most overrated player in the league. It's been years since he shot a respectable % from 3, about to turn 30, often injured and the worst contract in the league. People seem to anchor on the two seasons he was a 30ppg scorer but we're two years removed from that and it's been 5 years since he played more than 60 games in a season.
Imo Lavine is the better player (both are poor on D but Lavine is the better of the two), on the better contract and while he's had his own injury issues his age makes me more confident that he can stay healthy moving forward.
rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
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The Blazers reportedly prefer Zion Williamson over Brandon Ingram in a potential trade for the No. 3 pick, per @KevinOConnorNBA
“My sense from league sources is that Portland’s preference is Williamson, who’d be a weapon in the pick-and-roll and in handoffs alongside Damian Lillard (should he stick around) and Shaedon Sharpe.”
Is a four letter word for us Knick fans,but we can't jump at each shiny object that shows up.
Neither LaVine nor Beal would be a good fit here,and would likely strap us cap wise.
I am not sure which potential FA/Trade would fit,but I prefer to build the team the correct way.
So far no deal that has occurred feels like our Front Office missed.
DeJounte Murray was a 20/6/5 guy last year and we all know what a Defensive stopper he is....
That team just fell apart,I don't think that is his fault.
rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
Lol...is there a new Knox in the NBA I don't know about?
Is a four letter word for us Knick fans,but we can't jump at each shiny object that shows up.
Neither LaVine nor Beal would be a good fit here,and would likely strap us cap wise.
I am not sure which potential FA/Trade would fit,but I prefer to build the team the correct way.
So far no deal that has occurred feels like our Front Office missed.
DeJounte Murray was a 20/6/5 guy last year and we all know what a Defensive stopper he is....
That team just fell apart,I don't think that is his fault.
Murray can’t shoot. You’d be adding another guard who can’t shoot. He’s not what the Knicks need at all. The Knicks have solid defensive guards in Grimes and Hart. Murray is the type of player you add to a team that already has 3 good outside shooters on the floor, which the Knicks don’t have. Murray is a terrible fit on the Knicks. LaVine would be much better. The Knicks didn’t beat the Heat because they couldn’t make outside shots, which is something Murray can’t do either.
rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
Lol...is there a new Knox in the NBA I don't know about?
rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
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The Blazers reportedly prefer Zion Williamson over Brandon Ingram in a potential trade for the No. 3 pick, per @KevinOConnorNBA
“My sense from league sources is that Portland’s preference is Williamson, who’d be a weapon in the pick-and-roll and in handoffs alongside Damian Lillard (should he stick around) and Shaedon Sharpe.”
One thing I haven't seen discussed much is that if it's true that Zion doesn't want to be in New Orleans, why would he be happier/try harder in Portland or Charlotte? That alone would make me nervous about dealing a Scoot Henderson plus for him.
who is? We need a lethal shooting wing here, badly. LaVine is that and probably more. He's the best (available) shooting wing in the game right now. Fine, he's not Scottie Pippen on D but who is that is also available?
Knicks haven't had a shooting wing like LaVine since Allen Houston had 2 working knees.
rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
Lol...is there a new Knox in the NBA I don't know about?
So you weren't... lol
I was! I just had to say it. I read the whole post and knew you were kidding.
and I'm an RJ defender. Lavine is a pretty elite scorer and would also benefit from playing with Brunson. RJ is just too inconsistent and I don't think he'll ever be a good shooter. If you could keep Grimes and send RJ, a Lavine deal makes some sense depending on the cost.
that RJ has truly found his stroke and delivery. If you glance at the stats they don't reflect that. He shot 43% from the field, 31% from 3 during the regular season. 43% from the field, 32% from 3 during the postseason. Identical. But he was 6-25 those first 2 games followed by 65-139 the rest of the way.
And now that I type that out it still feels like weird sample sizes to prove something that may not exist. I don't know, he just looked more comfortable shooting and scoring after those first 2 playoff games and they said RJ did tinker with his release point. It looked to me like that change in his shot really worked. But who knows.
that RJ has truly found his stroke and delivery. If you glance at the stats they don't reflect that. He shot 43% from the field, 31% from 3 during the regular season. 43% from the field, 32% from 3 during the postseason. Identical. But he was 6-25 those first 2 games followed by 65-139 the rest of the way.
And now that I type that out it still feels like weird sample sizes to prove something that may not exist. I don't know, he just looked more comfortable shooting and scoring after those first 2 playoff games and they said RJ did tinker with his release point. It looked to me like that change in his shot really worked. But who knows.
The RJ situation is a tough one. I thought he played the best basketball of his career after the first two games of the Cleveland. He drove to the basket and finished with authority. His outside shot was still inconsistent, and he had a bad Game 6 against the Heat. Do you believe RJ has turned a corner and can develop into a 38% shoot three point shooter or is it possible that the playoffs this season will make RJ Barrett's trade value higher than it ever will be? I personally don't think RJ will ever be a good enough outside shooter. I would trade him as the centerpiece in a package for LaVine who is a far better offensive player.
Goodwin is a sneaky solid pickup for the Suns in the Beal trade. I would not be surprised to see him provide Phoenix with some quality minutes off the bench this season.
that RJ has truly found his stroke and delivery. If you glance at the stats they don't reflect that. He shot 43% from the field, 31% from 3 during the regular season. 43% from the field, 32% from 3 during the postseason. Identical. But he was 6-25 those first 2 games followed by 65-139 the rest of the way.
And now that I type that out it still feels like weird sample sizes to prove something that may not exist. I don't know, he just looked more comfortable shooting and scoring after those first 2 playoff games and they said RJ did tinker with his release point. It looked to me like that change in his shot really worked. But who knows.
I felt better about RJ after the postseason than I ever felt about him during his first four seasons. He really stepped up and played big time basketball in big spots, including carrying the team at times in multiple games. His overall numbers were weighed down by three bad games, but he was very good overall. I would need a no doubt top of the sport star to consider trading him. (For example, Bradley Beal wasn’t that.)
League wondering about Zion Williamson's availability in trades
Brian Windhorst: The Pelicans have had some cursory discussions. From what I’ve been told, there haven’t been any offers made necessarily yet, but it makes you really not take too far of a leap to wonder… The league is certainly wondering if the Pelicans are going to make for the first time truly Zion Williamson available ahead of next week’s draft.
That Zion/RJ reunion doesn’t have you feeling all warm and fuzzy?
The odds of the Knicks getting him are too high for my liking.
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ESPN Sources: As rivals begin reaching out to the Wizards to explore possibility of trading for All-Star guard Bradley Beal, president Michael Winger and Beal’s agent Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports are staying in close contact to discuss scenarios presented to franchise.
Is there a point where the cost of players/picks going to Washington for Beal is so low that the contract becomes easier to swallow?
Is there a point where the cost of players/picks going to Washington for Beal is so low that the contract becomes easier to swallow?
In fairness, he also was very vocal about them going after Westbrook (which obviously never happened and no real indication there was any traction there).
-Does seem like greater than 50% chance Zion is traded somewhere, Portland? Charlotte?
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
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why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
Perhaps I am mistaken about his teammates,but I seem to recall that he had issues in the past.
i agree Mitchell would have been a mistake.
DeJounte Murray was the one who got away IMHO.
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why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
Perhaps I am mistaken about his teammates,but I seem to recall that he had issues in the past.
i agree Mitchell would have been a mistake.
DeJounte Murray was the one who got away IMHO.
Where there is smoke there is usually fire-no thanks
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why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
LaVine played 77 games last year. He’s a dynamic, three level scorer who is also very efficient. Brunson and LaVine would instantly become one of the best backcourts in the NBA. He’s also 6 foot 5 and, thus, is a much better fit for the Knicks than Mitchell who is 6 foot 1 and plays no defense. His teammates hate him? I have no idea where you’re getting that from.
Perhaps I am mistaken about his teammates,but I seem to recall that he had issues in the past.
i agree Mitchell would have been a mistake.
DeJounte Murray was the one who got away IMHO.
The Hawks were bad last year with Murray playing next to Trae Young, a similar point guard to Brunson. The cost for Murray wasn’t worth it. LaVine is a much better scorer and outside shooter. I don’t know if LaVine is available and, if he is, what the cost would be. However, look at his numbers. They are incredibly efficient and impressive for a shooting guard. In 2021, he averaged 27 points a game while shooting better than 50%. That’s really impressive. He’s the anti-Melo.
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The Warriors and Suns discussed a potential deal centered around Chris Paul before he was dealt to the Wizards, per @ShamsCharania
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I don't know about slurping but he's flat out been better than Bradley Beal over the last few seasons and is 2 years younger...
Beal is viewed as this A1 superstar but over his last 2 seasons 18.7 PER/.074 WS/48. RAPTOR WAR this season #109. I'm not "obsessed" with LaVine BUT...19.5 PER/.122 WS/48 (last 2) #56 player by RAPTOR in 2023.
It’s why I think all of this draft pick “assets” are a bit overrated. They should get the Dallas pick next year which probably is mid teens. The Bucks pick is most likely in the twenty’s in 2025. I mean, it’s okay I guess. But I think it’s been overrated by some here. Not sure these picks move the needle much in trades.
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gonna lie, the fact the Wizards pick isn't likely to ever convey does suck.
It’s why I think all of this draft pick “assets” are a bit overrated. They should get the Dallas pick next year which probably is mid teens. The Bucks pick is most likely in the twenty’s in 2025. I mean, it’s okay I guess. But I think it’s been overrated by some here. Not sure these picks move the needle much in trades. [/quote
Nobody knows where the Bucks will be in 2025. It’s possible their run is coming to an end and Giannis could eventually ask out. That could definitely turn into a lottery pick. While the Wizards will be really bad in the immediate future, nobody knows what kind of team they’ll have in 2026. These picks all still have some degree of value. The Knicks also have a lot of young talented players on good contracts that have a lot of value all over the league. The Knicks are in the best spot they’ve been in the last 25 years.
Eventually it becomes a 2026 and 2027 2nd round pick but you can pick up 2nd round picks like it's going out of style
The Clippers are indeed interested in pursuing Chris Paul, according to a league source not authorized to speak publicly about another team’s player. The Clippers are evaluating what it would take to acquire Paul, who must first decide if he is open to staying in Washington. Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes was first to report LA’s interest in trading for Paul.
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gonna lie, the fact the Wizards pick isn't likely to ever convey does suck.
It’s why I think all of this draft pick “assets” are a bit overrated. They should get the Dallas pick next year which probably is mid teens. The Bucks pick is most likely in the twenty’s in 2025. I mean, it’s okay I guess. But I think it’s been overrated by some here. Not sure these picks move the needle much in trades.
The Knicks unprotected picks are the most valuable, and the protected picks value is allowing Knicks to trade more unprotected picks..
I know the injury history of zion but man if ever you were gonna gamble i think this would be the time with zion, when healthy ( i know a big if ) he was producing like a top 5-7 with MVP potential
Wonder what the cost would be i know the rumors are pelicans are dangling him to try and get into top 3 from either charlotte or portland
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why is everyone slurping this guy who is injured alot,and his teammates hate???
I don't know about slurping but he's flat out been better than Bradley Beal over the last few seasons and is 2 years younger...
Beal is viewed as this A1 superstar but over his last 2 seasons 18.7 PER/.074 WS/48. RAPTOR WAR this season #109. I'm not "obsessed" with LaVine BUT...19.5 PER/.122 WS/48 (last 2) #56 player by RAPTOR in 2023.
Beal is possibly the most overrated player in the league. It's been years since he shot a respectable % from 3, about to turn 30, often injured and the worst contract in the league. People seem to anchor on the two seasons he was a 30ppg scorer but we're two years removed from that and it's been 5 years since he played more than 60 games in a season.
Imo Lavine is the better player (both are poor on D but Lavine is the better of the two), on the better contract and while he's had his own injury issues his age makes me more confident that he can stay healthy moving forward.
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The Blazers reportedly prefer Zion Williamson over Brandon Ingram in a potential trade for the No. 3 pick, per @KevinOConnorNBA
“My sense from league sources is that Portland’s preference is Williamson, who’d be a weapon in the pick-and-roll and in handoffs alongside Damian Lillard (should he stick around) and Shaedon Sharpe.”
Yup and Rj played well but he wasnt a threat from 3, Miami packed the paint..
Neither LaVine nor Beal would be a good fit here,and would likely strap us cap wise.
I am not sure which potential FA/Trade would fit,but I prefer to build the team the correct way.
So far no deal that has occurred feels like our Front Office missed.
DeJounte Murray was a 20/6/5 guy last year and we all know what a Defensive stopper he is....
That team just fell apart,I don't think that is his fault.
Lol...is there a new Knox in the NBA I don't know about?
Neither LaVine nor Beal would be a good fit here,and would likely strap us cap wise.
I am not sure which potential FA/Trade would fit,but I prefer to build the team the correct way.
So far no deal that has occurred feels like our Front Office missed.
DeJounte Murray was a 20/6/5 guy last year and we all know what a Defensive stopper he is....
That team just fell apart,I don't think that is his fault.
Murray can’t shoot. You’d be adding another guard who can’t shoot. He’s not what the Knicks need at all. The Knicks have solid defensive guards in Grimes and Hart. Murray is the type of player you add to a team that already has 3 good outside shooters on the floor, which the Knicks don’t have. Murray is a terrible fit on the Knicks. LaVine would be much better. The Knicks didn’t beat the Heat because they couldn’t make outside shots, which is something Murray can’t do either.
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rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
Lol...is there a new Knox in the NBA I don't know about?
So you weren't... lol
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rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
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The Blazers reportedly prefer Zion Williamson over Brandon Ingram in a potential trade for the No. 3 pick, per @KevinOConnorNBA
“My sense from league sources is that Portland’s preference is Williamson, who’d be a weapon in the pick-and-roll and in handoffs alongside Damian Lillard (should he stick around) and Shaedon Sharpe.”
One thing I haven't seen discussed much is that if it's true that Zion doesn't want to be in New Orleans, why would he be happier/try harder in Portland or Charlotte? That alone would make me nervous about dealing a Scoot Henderson plus for him.
Knicks haven't had a shooting wing like LaVine since Allen Houston had 2 working knees.
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rumor is Charlotte is the likely destination but if you're Portland, how do you not swing for the fences here? Dame has 2 years left on his deal and is still awesome but about to be 33. Lillard/Zion/Sharpe/Simons/Knox would give the Blazers a very interesting core.... okay I just threw Knox in there to see if you were paying attention lol
Lol...is there a new Knox in the NBA I don't know about?
So you weren't... lol
I was! I just had to say it. I read the whole post and knew you were kidding.
It was the best of times it was the worst of times.
And now that I type that out it still feels like weird sample sizes to prove something that may not exist. I don't know, he just looked more comfortable shooting and scoring after those first 2 playoff games and they said RJ did tinker with his release point. It looked to me like that change in his shot really worked. But who knows.
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Report: Portland Trail Blazers dangling No. 23 pick in hopes of finding help for Damian Lillard
And now that I type that out it still feels like weird sample sizes to prove something that may not exist. I don't know, he just looked more comfortable shooting and scoring after those first 2 playoff games and they said RJ did tinker with his release point. It looked to me like that change in his shot really worked. But who knows.
The RJ situation is a tough one. I thought he played the best basketball of his career after the first two games of the Cleveland. He drove to the basket and finished with authority. His outside shot was still inconsistent, and he had a bad Game 6 against the Heat. Do you believe RJ has turned a corner and can develop into a 38% shoot three point shooter or is it possible that the playoffs this season will make RJ Barrett's trade value higher than it ever will be? I personally don't think RJ will ever be a good enough outside shooter. I would trade him as the centerpiece in a package for LaVine who is a far better offensive player.
And now that I type that out it still feels like weird sample sizes to prove something that may not exist. I don't know, he just looked more comfortable shooting and scoring after those first 2 playoff games and they said RJ did tinker with his release point. It looked to me like that change in his shot really worked. But who knows.
I felt better about RJ after the postseason than I ever felt about him during his first four seasons. He really stepped up and played big time basketball in big spots, including carrying the team at times in multiple games. His overall numbers were weighed down by three bad games, but he was very good overall. I would need a no doubt top of the sport star to consider trading him. (For example, Bradley Beal wasn’t that.)