01-14-2021, 08:19 AM
(01-14-2021, 08:01 AM)F Gump Wrote: If it turns out that this team is REALLY a top 5 defense (which apparently they already have been, without KP), then the potential for this existing set of 15 is already sky high. Which means there's probably not a good reason to tear it apart (by trading off a bunch of pieces in a team-altering trade), unless someone has a superstar to offer.
Also, Luka hates turnover of the roster. That's another MAJOR reason to be very selective with (or perhaps averse to) more changes.
I agree and have said so recently. I love fantasy trades, but can't find much that I like right now.
The implication of standing pat this season is you are probably bringing everyone back next season (at least THJ and JRich). I don't have an issue with that. Johnson is trickier because of his age.
I like to look at what they tried to do as a guide for what they might do. This summer is extension time for Brunson. Either that, or he is UFA the next summer. Given the fact they wanted to deal for Haliburton, I could see them moving to a more accomplished PG as early as this summer. I'm a Brunson fan, but I'm not blind to the fact that his spot could be upgraded.