NBA TRADE TALK: TDL over

[mvossman]

I have thought for a while there's an angle for THJ to Indy, with Lavert to Dallas, as part of a MT deal.

THJ fits the RC system. Lavert, who can't space the floor so clogs up the flow, does not fit, and his contract is not very enticing. I'd much rather have Lamb (or Warren or Craig) than Lavert, because of money, but I think Indy would prefer them too for the same reaon. So I think the Pacers would LOVE to replace Lavert with THJ, and it would add plus value in getting Turner.

In addition, that 2-for-2 (THJ/DP for MT/CL) lowers the payroll for Indy which is mandatory in any trade (they're right at the tax line).

Once current caution re Turner. He has been dealing with some sort of foot problems, that may be a real issue. Gotta be very wary.

If we could do a Powell + THJ + first for Turner + Lavert I would be all in for that.

Personally, if we are going to stick with KP (and it seems like that is the plan) I don't think Turner is the right target.  I would much rather go after a 4 (or even a 3) to fit with the core of KP/DFS/Luka/Brunson.  Something like:

THJ + Powell for Tobias Harris
Bullock/Powell + second for RoCo
THJ + First for Grant
THJ + Powell + First for Wiggins