06-30-2023, 08:18 AM
(06-30-2023, 08:10 AM)Mavs32 Wrote: Question for the cap people. if the Sixers and Clipps were ok on a Harden+Harris for PG deal could the Mavs enter as a third team and in the process sign and trade Kyrie to the Sixers? Or does a sign and trade need to only be with two teams?
(I could get the trade done successfully on fanspo but not on spotrac)
I was thinking
76'ers get PG + Kyrie
Clipps get Harden + Harris
Mavs get T.Maxey, Powell, Covington, protected 2028 1st from Philly & a protected 2029 1st from LA.
76'ers get two stars
Clipps get good return for PG and get off the Powell contract
Mavs get a young stud in Maxey, 2 firsts and an expiring for the price of taking on Powell's contract.
then the Mavs could be in the Dame Lillard business if they want to but whatever they decide going forward, they have the ability make serious moves.
I just don't think the demand is high for Harden right now. He can't be extended, so he is pretty much a rental. And there is question if he really is a guy you want to extend for big money at 35. I mean it appears his biggest cheerleader in Morey was reluctant to offer him the big deal he was expecting.
I don't think Paul George is in any way a part of the Harden deal.
it is reported that a Harden deal may happen fast, I think it may go longer. Maybe I am completely wrong. I just think this is such a big move for Philly. If they don't get value, there is real risk they are stuck in no mans land. Dallas has a similar dance they need to hit. So, I expect we will hear some crazy trade rumors for Harden and Harris over the next few weeks. Eventhough Harden wants the Clippers, I would warn LAC that Morey is a beast to deal with and will not make any move unless he feels he is the clear winner. That is going to be difficult due to the cards he is holding.