06-04-2021, 04:01 PM
(06-04-2021, 03:51 PM)F Gump Wrote: For those who hate KP, what's wrong with this idea?
KP + J-Rich (opted-in) for Covington + McCollum
For those who think KP is valuable, is it enough? Is McCollum an answer for the Mavs, or just another overpaid small guy? Does McCollum offer anything that THJ does not (if so, you don't want to spend assets for a lateral move, right)? Is he an offensive upgrade but an extreme defensive downgrade (and potential nightmare alongside Luka)?
And if the teams talk a trade like this, are picks needed to entice one side or the other to do the deal? If so, who gets the pick(s)?
I don't think the Blazers do this. KP is enticing upside, but I think you got to account for Dame's loyalty. If Portland decides to trade his running mate, they need a more sure thing imo. If they move McCollum and it doesn't work, then shortly Dame will probably decide it is time to leave Portland. I don't think betting on KP is a smart strategy at their current spot. That is just me though. I really like McCollum though. The fit is not great here, but he is a really good player.
I am also not sure about the cap commitments and that certainly plays a point in trades. So maybe I am missing something.