03-02-2021, 07:31 PM
(03-02-2021, 07:23 PM)TXBamanut Wrote: That makes 1 of you and me...It amazes when people think that picking up half the roster of rotation players from a sub .500 team and trading them for a 20-10 type of scorer just makes everyone better.
a) As much as I don't like that trade for the Mavs, I also don't Washington giving the Mavs multiple 1sts for KP as his current value stands.
b) If all those players are about to take off and this will look like a steal, don't you think that Washington's FO and coaching staff can see that also?
No way...not buying it. We'll just agree to disagree on that.
I would want a Jrue like package which I think the Mavs could get. That would include multiple 1st round picks and pick swaps along with some collection of players. I think we underestimate KP's market value around here.
If I am Washington I would jump at the chance to add a third star which also helps me keep the main star I want to keep around which is Beal. The clock is ticking on Beal before he demands a trade. Even if they give up the store they could easily fill in role guys around Beal, KP & Westbrook. If it doesn't work out you just sell them off and start over. It's a better plan than just staying mediocre.
For the Mavs you don't want to take a step back even if it's for only half a season but depending on how much of a problem KP is, they might pull the trigger. Otherwise they could do this (or any other deal) in the summer and then also reload using cap space.