06-19-2024, 11:21 AM
(06-19-2024, 10:41 AM)DanSchwartzgan Wrote: If we have Deni as a starter, then I would actually prioritize Green over DJJ. We need shooting, right? Avdija can be a creator from the SF position and plays strong D. I love him and PJ as the 'Aaron Gordon' types with Luka, Kyrie and Lively. That is a championship team.
I prioritize Deni over Caruso based on age, upside and contract. It isn't close for me. If I could, I'd do THJ and both firsts for Deni making the 2031 pick an unprotected swap.
Your kind of changing the rules of the game. Deni is obviously the more desirable player long term, which is why you would have to pay significantly more to get him. I'm not sure Timmy + 25 + 31 swap is a bigger package than Green + 25.
My preference is not to touch those far down the road firsts if I can help it. I consider sending that out to be a big hit. If I did, I wouldn't swap it as it has more value traded straight up.
I kind of think Caruso is the better fit short term. He is a better defender and better shooter. I get the idea that Deni is longer, but I am struggling with whether we will be quick enough with three forwards (PJ/Deni/Luka) on the court.