05-07-2025, 05:10 PM
My current take is it is much more likely Gafford is extended than traded this offseason. I think Nico is a true believer that he thinks he has put together a championship team. I personally would be fine with that, but I think there is a good chance a year from now one of the centers is moved.
I also think Nico is pretty set on using a draft pick this summer. If they don't move up, I am not sure if they will find someone who is ready for a big role next year. Maybe they move back a little and get a solid veteran plus a later pick. Not sure the pick in itself will bring back a player who would get substanitial minutes any way.
I think Hardy, Powell and probably Omax should not take out long leases. None of those guys get you anyone meaningful. Not sure who else they would be willing to move. If that is the case, I am just not sure how they find a creator and/or shooter that they really need. I just don't see a route to make them a real contender.
I also think Nico is pretty set on using a draft pick this summer. If they don't move up, I am not sure if they will find someone who is ready for a big role next year. Maybe they move back a little and get a solid veteran plus a later pick. Not sure the pick in itself will bring back a player who would get substanitial minutes any way.
I think Hardy, Powell and probably Omax should not take out long leases. None of those guys get you anyone meaningful. Not sure who else they would be willing to move. If that is the case, I am just not sure how they find a creator and/or shooter that they really need. I just don't see a route to make them a real contender.