THE GREEN MACHINE: The Subtle Emergence of Josh Green

[DanSchwartzgan]

Its not groundbreaking...but DFS, MAXI, Bullock and Green are too many high minute guys that underwhelm offensively.  

DFS and his 3 shot are great these days so that should save him a chair.  I understand Maxi's unique size and mobility and defense are very good for playoffs.... 

I would give Green serious minutes with the starters and evaluate which player between Green and Bullock is truly more impactful for the team.

I would not be afraid to package 2 of the 4 in a deal for a more well rounded offensive player that is capable of attacking on offense...even if they are not asked to do that.   

I’ve been cautious about posting this as I know it will be universally disliked, but I tend to suspect Bullock will be part of the outgoing if we make any substantial trade before the TDL or next summer.  Bullock and Powell can turn a $26mm player into $5mm next year given the Bullock partial guarantee.  And, the receiving team can sell their fans on the important role he played on a team that made the WCF’s last season.

Part of why this can work is he’s probably the most replaceable among out 7 high minute guys.  If we bring in a starter level two-way player, someone has to sit.  Reggie’s age and contract status mean he’s not committed to in the same way others here are.  Hardaway is a sell-low situation.  Bullock has a favorable contract for trading and is probably at the peak of his powers from a trade asset standpoint.  To me, the question is whether they find a deal before the TDL or wait until the draft (the decision on his partial guarantee has to be made by 6/28).