04-26-2021, 11:24 AM
(04-26-2021, 11:02 AM)BasketballJones41 Wrote: I think 4 for 60 is a very realistic and good deal for Markkanen. That’s what it cost the wizards to retain Bertans and I think Lauri is a much better player. At least he has the potential to be. And as you said I don’t believe the Bulls are very likely to match because they’re going to go chasing a PG upgrade starting with Lonzo and Schroeder. Just speculating but I’d also be willing to bet that we’re pretty high up on his list of preferred destinations so I don’t think getting him would be that hard. And you’re absolutely right about young talent. This is presumably our last summer in the Luka era with cap flexibility. We need to swing big at adding young talent that help us for the long-haul. Or at least be traded in the future for something that can.
Davis Bertans signed a 5 year 80 million contract. Not sure if Markkanen is worth that deal or 4 years 60 million. Would rather go another route personally. Markkanen is a below average defender.