08-07-2023, 06:56 PM
(08-07-2023, 06:10 PM)DanSchwartzgan Wrote: I thought it was an interesting thought exercise. If you are Cleveland, what do you need to be compensated for the spread between Allen and PJ? Some might argue PJ is the better fit in Cleveland. So, how much spread is there?
If you are Charlotte, what do you need to be compensated for the spread between THJ and PJ? It isn't just the player PJ here, it is also the circumstance. They have all sorts of PF's, they don't want to commit to him long term and they could use some outside shooting. With that in mind, is there that much of a spread between PJ and THJ?
I think we can jump on the idea that Allen is a ton better than THJ and presume it would cost us a ton. But, to the teams involved, the fits all make sense. I don't think it would take a player like Green or Hardy. It might take a pick, but I suspect so many picks would change hands that it would be difficult to figure out what the true cost was.
I think we’d have to add our 2027 unprotected first to the deal and send it to Cleveland. I think that would make it a fair deal for Cleveland. I don’t think we’d have to add assets to the Hornets. I think THJ is a good player and fair value for Pj Washington. This would be a good deal for the Mavericks if it were available. I think it’s pretty good for the Cavaliers as well. I think THJ makes sense for the Hornets as well as the backup 2 and 3. He also brings some good veteran leadership. Good trade proposal.