05-08-2023, 02:03 PM
(05-08-2023, 01:40 PM)ItsGoTime Wrote: Why would I? There is probably a path to that idea. I myself don’t like giving up the #10 for Stewart, but it all depends on the exact picks we’re taking back. In all honesty I’d prefer giving the unprotected 27 to the #10 (and get more than just Stewart back, just less than the #10 would bring). That way we can still get cheap talent to fill holes on the current roster with the #10.
Separate thought: I’ve also played around with a trade down with Atl #10 for #15 and swap THJ or Bertans (their choice) for Capela. For them, they need to pay Murray, Bey and Okongwu in the offseason after this upcoming one. Bertans gets them more money to make that less harsh. THJ gives them some money savings and on court value.
We take Lively at 15 and he learns under Capela for a couple years until Capela starts slowing down. At that point Lively starts and Capela comes off the bench. Center position solidified for many years to come.
I think move down from 10 to 15 is a fair value for Capella, I am just affraid Atlanta would want even less salary back. Is there a team that would take Bertans for #15 and send us something back? That would give biggest saving for Atlanta. How about:
BKN: #15, Bertans, McGee
Dal: #22, O'Neale, Capella
Atl: #10
Mavs get two ok starters for the price of one pick and still stay in the draft. Perhaps BKN is eating a bit too much salary for sending a FRP back.