Dejounte Murray is still worth much more than Huerter and filler. He's actually having a good year, it just doesn't seem like it because the Hawks aren't good, but that's because they have the worst franchise player possible in Trae Young. It's also not even like his contract is bad. At his contracts peak in 2027 it pays him $29.5M. There are 46 guys that make more than that this year alone. You could even make the argument that he's a steal at that price. So to answer your question, yes, definitely I'd do Huerter and filler. I'd drive Huerter to the airport at that point.
Kings trade rumor SZN 2023-2024 edition!
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Thank you. The most overrated star in the league in my opinion. If he was reffed like Fox he would be average.
Every time I’ve seen him play I see him using that off arm to separate from defenders and initiate the contact but he never gets called for it and he still goes to the line 3rd most in the league. The league was supposed to crack down on flopping but rewards him for it every game.
Just like against the Kings, once we picked up a bunch of quick fouls we stopped being able to play defense on him so he could drive much easier the rest of the game.
Every time I’ve seen him play I see him using that off arm to separate from defenders and initiate the contact but he never gets called for it and he still goes to the line 3rd most in the league. The league was supposed to crack down on flopping but rewards him for it every game.
Just like against the Kings, once we picked up a bunch of quick fouls we stopped being able to play defense on him so he could drive much easier the rest of the game.
Okongwu is the guy I want most from Atlanta. They've shoved him into a bench role and he would be a perfect fit for us at PF. But I do also like Dejounte Murray. And it would be worth trying to put a trade package together just to keep him from going to the Lakers or some other Western Conference playoff team.
Probably the Philly game where Capela was out and Big O had 19-11? He went right back to the bench again after that. Atlanta was also chasing Siakam to fill that same PF/C spot. I just get the impression they don't know what they have with him. He's in his 4th season now and he's only started 3 games all year. I thought last year that maybe they were soft-pedaling him to keep his price down before he became a restricted free agent but he's already signed a 4 year extension so what other reason would there be not to start him over Capela?
From previous readings I get the idea Thybull is a more likely trade candidate than Grant.
He won’t put a lot of points on the board but neither did Christie. Back in those days I didn’t understand the importance of defence, was always frustrated with Christie but I was younger and foolish. With four other starters that can score recon he’d make a difference.
He won’t put a lot of points on the board but neither did Christie. Back in those days I didn’t understand the importance of defence, was always frustrated with Christie but I was younger and foolish. With four other starters that can score recon he’d make a difference.
Another morning and still no trade news, damn. I’m currently mountain time, a little earlier here only first cuppa coffee.
Portland seems a good trade partner for us but little indication that they’re interested in trading any player regardless of time lines. I suspect DFS might gain some traction as well as Kuzma. Most here seem to like the former. Guess I could get behind it.
Portland seems a good trade partner for us but little indication that they’re interested in trading any player regardless of time lines. I suspect DFS might gain some traction as well as Kuzma. Most here seem to like the former. Guess I could get behind it.
I think eventually Portland will be sellers, no reason Washington wouldn't consider offers, Atlanta is definitely a seller, Golden State seems like they are attempting to move on from some players and then there are the theoretical trades which fit both sides not just selling teams. Murray would be really interesting ( if he can still be the defensive juggernaut he was). My favorite team is still Portland. I would just match salaries with Grant and Thybule and then add in two or three picks. I think their potential is greater than Siakam
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I have to say I am really disappointed we didn’t pull the trigger on Siakam. Maybe the slide isn’t helping but I just can’t believe we were willing to give up draft compensation and players but weren’t willing to at least tell Siakam we would offer him a max. That just seems like bad negotiating to me. Bare minimum tell him you are willing and see how the year goes. If it doesn’t work in the end oh well but if it does that would be great. Hope to see us do something soon. I am so tired of Barnes
"The Pelicans are thought to be open to moving Herbert Jones. They're high on Jones, but it'll be difficult for the team to pay their stars, Jones and Trey Murphy III."
https://www.actionnetwork.com/nba/nba-trade-rumors-deadline-agendas-for-all-30-teams
Not sure who this Matt Moore is. So take it with a grain of salt.
Also the segment on the Kings:
"After missing out on OG Anunoby and then Pascal Siakam, the Kings will continue to look for a forward upgrade. Jerami Grant, Bojan Bogdanovic, and Herb Jones are among the names they're expected to explore options for. If the Sixers decide to get spicy and need a third team to move Tobias Harris to, the Kings could have interest."
https://www.actionnetwork.com/nba/nba-trade-rumors-deadline-agendas-for-all-30-teams
Not sure who this Matt Moore is. So take it with a grain of salt.
Also the segment on the Kings:
"After missing out on OG Anunoby and then Pascal Siakam, the Kings will continue to look for a forward upgrade. Jerami Grant, Bojan Bogdanovic, and Herb Jones are among the names they're expected to explore options for. If the Sixers decide to get spicy and need a third team to move Tobias Harris to, the Kings could have interest."
Jones would be awesome but I fail to see what the Kings would have to offer. The Pels certainly don't need to move Jones prior to this deadline. Murphy still has 1 year left on his deal and all the max contracts on the Pelicans cap are those lower rookie extension level ones. If the Kings could nab any of Harris, Grant, or Bojan that would be a nice upgrade.