11-29-2025, 11:12 AM
(11-29-2025, 09:52 AM)DanSchwartzgan Wrote: I really hated “starter” Klay, but kind of like “bench” Klay. Funny thing is the minutes are virtually identical. But every data point is better with him coming off the bench. Unfortunately, expiring and a second or two is probably about right in terms of the most likely return. It gives you cap relief. If there is another trade (maybe AD), it might also open PT for a younger player. But trading Klay for expiring and seconds doesn’t do much for the on-court product as it means more reliance on either Hardy or maybe Martin.
I think starter Klay was particularly hampered by the no PG lineups. The fact that sending him out for expiring and maybe a second will not do much for on court product is a feature not a bug.