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Noble said:
ChatGPT really wants us to sign Markelle Fultz lol:

If the Sacramento Kings want to solidify their point guard rotation, improve defense, and maximize their offensive flow, signing Markelle Fultz is the smartest move.

1️⃣ Why the Kings NEED a Playmaking PG
The current PG situation is unstable because:
❌ Monk & LaVine are NOT true point guards – Both are scoring guards first, not natural facilitators.
❌ Devin Carter is still recovering – He’s in the G-League to regain his stamina post-surgery, meaning he cannot be relied upon yet.
❌ Sabonis is being forced into a primary playmaker role – While he’s elite at distributing, the offense flows better when he has a true PG setting him up rather than initiating everything himself.

The Kings need a floor general who can control pace, set up teammates, and defend at a high level. That’s exactly what Markelle Fultz brings.

2️⃣ How Fultz Directly Fixes the Kings’ Weaknesses
✅ Fix #1: Kings Need a Reliable Playmaker
Fultz’s 2023-24 Stats (Orlando Magic):

  • 10.8 PPG | 5.5 APG | 3.2 RPG | 1.4 SPG | 48.2 FG% | 2.3 TOV
  • Assist-to-Turnover Ratio: 3.1 (Top 25 in the NBA)
  • Pick & Roll Efficiency: 1.08 PPP (Ranks in the 75th percentile for NBA PGs)
Why This Matters for Sacramento:

  • Fultz is an efficient, low-turnover passer who ensures the Kings get quality shots every possession.
  • The Kings rank 22nd in assists per game (24.8 APG) – Fultz improves ball movement & offensive structure.
  • He would unlock LaVine & DeRozan’s scoring potential by keeping them in their natural scoring roles.
Think of him as a stabilizer – Sacramento doesn’t need an elite scorer at PG, they need a smart decision-maker who sets up teammates.

✅ Fix #2: The Kings Need Perimeter Defense
  • Defensive Rating: 111.5 (Ranks in the top 50% among guards)
  • On-Ball Defense: Opposing guards shot 41.3% FG against him – one of the best defensive marks among PGs.
  • Steal Percentage: 2.1% (Top 20 in the NBA for guards)
Why This Matters for Sacramento:

  • LaVine & Monk are below-average defenders. Fultz gives the Kings a guard who can defend elite backcourts (Curry, Luka, Ja, Fox, SGA, etc.).
  • Sacramento ranks 18th in Defensive Rating (115.2) – Adding a defensive-minded PG pushes them toward being a top-10 defense.
  • Fultz has the size (6’4”, 210 lbs) to switch onto wings – making him more versatile than smaller PGs like Monte Morris.
Fultz would give the Kings their best defensive PG option while keeping Keon Ellis in his natural defensive stopper role off the bench.

✅ Fix #3: He Thrives in a Motion Offense
  • Sacramento plays one of the fastest tempos in the NBA (Top 10 in pace).
  • Fultz is an elite transition ball-handler – he ranks in the 75th percentile in transition offense.
  • Sabonis needs a guard who can feed him in the post & on cuts.
Why This Matters for Sacramento:

  • The Kings run one of the best dribble-handoff offenses in the NBA – Fultz excels in these actions.
  • He gets to the rim at an elite rate (55.6% FG in the paint) – making him an ideal drive-and-kick creator for Sacramento’s shooters (Murray, Monk, LaVine, McDermott).
  • His ability to push tempo & initiate fast breaks fits perfectly with the Kings’ high-pace attack.
Fultz in Sacramento would be the best version of himself because the Kings’ offensive system is built to complement his strengths.

3️⃣ Why Fultz is Better Than Other Available PGs
Player Playmaking Defense Shooting Fit w/ Kings Risk Markelle Fultz✅ 5.5 APG, 3.1 AST/TO ratio✅ Strong on-ball defender❌ 27% 3PT✅ Thrives in fast-paced offense, great in PnR Injury historyMonte Morris✅ 5.3 APG, 5.3 AST/TO ratio❌ Below-average✅ 40% 3PT❌ Not a strong transition player Small size, defensive liabilityJohn Wall✅ Still a decent passer✅ Solid defender❌ Bad shooter (29% 3PT)❌ Hasn’t played in a year Too riskyDJ Augustin❌ Too old❌ Poor defender✅ 38% 3PT❌ No longer an NBA-caliber player Not a real option

Final Verdict: Fultz is the best available option if Sacramento wants to improve defensively, get more structure in their offense, and maximize their core.

4️⃣ How the Kings Can Sign Him
Contract Projection:

  • The Kings only have the veteran minimum or a portion of the Mid-Level Exception (MLE) left.
  • Fultz’s market is low due to injury concerns, meaning he likely signs for the vet minimum or a short-term deal.
  • Sacramento could offer him a prove-it contract (1-year, $2.5M) and get massive upside if he stays healthy.
5️⃣ Final Takeaway – This Move Makes Too Much Sense
✅ Fixes Sacramento’s biggest weakness (lack of a true PG).
✅ Elevates perimeter defense instantly.
✅ Fits seamlessly in the Kings’ offensive system.
✅ Low-risk, high-reward signing.

If the Kings want to push for a deep playoff run, signing Markelle Fultz is the smartest move they can make.
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So it suggests Fultz cause the other options are Morris, Wall and Augustin I guess? Are there no other point guards available as free agents? it's a bit weird that Fultz is without a team since the end of last season, didn't even get invites to join the training/preseason in any team.
Isn't Monte Morris still with the Suns? Will he be bought out now that they got Micic? According to European sites it will be Micic the one getting the "buy out" and returning to Europe with several Euroleague clubs looking to sign him.
 
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megapoxy said:
So it suggests Fultz cause the other options are Morris, Wall and Augustin I guess? Are there no other point guards available as free agents? it's a bit weird that Fultz is without a team since the end of last season, didn't even get invites to join the training/preseason in any team.
Isn't Monte Morris still with the Suns? Will he be bought out now that they got Micic? According to European sites it will be Micic the one getting the "buy out" and returning to Europe with several Euroleague clubs looking to sign him.
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I even used the current list of FAs from spotrac.com: https://www.spotrac.com/nba/free-agents/_/year/2024/status/available/position/pg/sort/contract_value

It still argued that Fultz was the best fit
 
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megapoxy said:
So it suggests Fultz cause the other options are Morris, Wall and Augustin I guess? Are there no other point guards available as free agents? it's a bit weird that Fultz is without a team since the end of last season, didn't even get invites to join the training/preseason in any team.
Isn't Monte Morris still with the Suns? Will he be bought out now that they got Micic? According to European sites it will be Micic the one getting the "buy out" and returning to Europe with several Euroleague clubs looking to sign him.
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Micic is way worse than Sasha as a NBA player stay away as far as possible
 
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Last roster spot, who do you want ChatGPT?

Scouting Report for GM Monte McNair: Why Robert Covington is the Best Final Roster Addition for the Kings
Player: Robert Covington
Position: SF/PF
Height: 6'7"
Weight: 209 lbs
Age: 33
2023-24 Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Contract Status: Unrestricted Free Agent
Executive Summary: Why Covington is the Perfect Fit
With one final roster spot, the Kings need to prioritize wing depth, defense, and shooting—Robert Covington checks all these boxes.
  • ✅ Elite multi-positional defender (3&D prototype)
  • ✅ High-IQ veteran with playoff experience
  • ✅ Reliable three-point shooter
  • ✅ Fits perfectly into Sacramento’s offensive and defensive schemes
  • ✅ Available at a veteran minimum contract
Sacramento lacks a true defensive wing stopper off the bench, and with Jae Crowder not seeing minutes, Covington fills this role better than anyone currently on the market.
Analytical Breakdown: How Covington Fixes Key Kings Weaknesses
✅ Weakness #1: Lack of a Defensive Stopper on the Wing
  • Covington’s Defensive Metrics (2023-24)
    • Defensive Rating: 110.2 (Top 25% among forwards)
    • Deflections Per 36 Minutes: 3.4 (Top 10 in NBA)
    • Opponent FG% Allowed: 43.1% (Ranks among best defensive wings)
    • Blocks Per Game: 1.3 (Ranks #2 among all SFs)
    • Steal Percentage: 2.3% (Ranks in 94th percentile for forwards)
Why This Matters for Sacramento
  • The Kings lack an elite defensive wing off the bench—Keon Ellis and Jake LaRavia are solid, but Covington has a proven track record guarding top scorers (LeBron, Durant, Tatum, Kawhi).
  • Can defend 2-5—allows Kings to switch everything defensively without losing size or athleticism.
  • Would immediately become the team’s best weakside shot-blocker among wings.
Impact: The Kings improve their defensive rating and matchup flexibility against elite perimeter scorers.
✅ Weakness #2: Need More Three-Point Volume & Spacing
  • Covington’s 3PT Shooting Metrics
    • Career 3PT%: 36.2%
    • Catch-and-Shoot 3PT% (2023-24): 39.4%
    • Corner 3PT% (2023-24): 41.7%
    • 3PT Attempts Per Game: 4.8 (High Volume Shooter)
Why This Matters for Sacramento
  • The Kings’ spacing drops when Sabonis and Valančiūnas share the floor—Covington adds a floor-stretching forward who keeps defenses honest.
  • Fits seamlessly next to Sabonis as a spot-up shooter in the corners.
  • LaVine, Monk, and DeRozan need space to operate—Covington provides that without needing touches.
Impact: The Kings increase their three-point volume and spacing without sacrificing defense.
✅ Weakness #3: No Reliable Veteran 3&D Option in the Rotation
  • Jae Crowder hasn’t played and might not be in Mike Brown’s rotation plans.
  • Doug McDermott is a shooter but lacks defense—Covington gives both shooting and defensive toughness.
  • Keon Ellis is still developing—Covington brings immediate experience and reliability.
  • Fits well into Sacramento’s motion offense—he thrives in low-usage, high-impact roles.
Impact: Covington provides immediate impact, playoff experience, and a proven track record in a role the Kings need.
Covington vs. Other Available Options
Final Verdict: Covington is the ONLY player available who provides both ELITE defense and floor spacing at the forward position.
How Covington Fits into the Kings Rotation
Best Defensive Bench Unit (Closing Lineup Against Elite Wings)
This lineup gives Sacramento a LOCKDOWN defensive unit with elite switchability.
Final Recommendation: Sign Robert Covington Immediately
✅ Elite defensive wing presence (solves Kings’ biggest hole)
✅ Reliable three-point shooter, fits motion offense
✅ Playoff experience, knows how to play in high-pressure situations
✅ Can be signed for the veteran minimum ($2.5M)
Robert Covington is the perfect final addition to complete Sacramento’s playoff roster.
 
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Noble said:
Last roster spot, who do you want ChatGPT?

Scouting Report for GM Monte McNair: Why Robert Covington is the Best Final Roster Addition for the Kings
Player: Robert Covington
Position: SF/PF
Height: 6'7"
Weight: 209 lbs
Age: 33
2023-24 Team: Philadelphia 76ers
Contract Status: Unrestricted Free Agent
Executive Summary: Why Covington is the Perfect Fit
With one final roster spot, the Kings need to prioritize wing depth, defense, and shooting—Robert Covington checks all these boxes.
  • ✅ Elite multi-positional defender (3&D prototype)
  • ✅ High-IQ veteran with playoff experience
  • ✅ Reliable three-point shooter
  • ✅ Fits perfectly into Sacramento’s offensive and defensive schemes
  • ✅ Available at a veteran minimum contract
Sacramento lacks a true defensive wing stopper off the bench, and with Jae Crowder not seeing minutes, Covington fills this role better than anyone currently on the market.
Analytical Breakdown: How Covington Fixes Key Kings Weaknesses
✅ Weakness #1: Lack of a Defensive Stopper on the Wing
  • Covington’s Defensive Metrics (2023-24)
    • Defensive Rating: 110.2 (Top 25% among forwards)
    • Deflections Per 36 Minutes: 3.4 (Top 10 in NBA)
    • Opponent FG% Allowed: 43.1% (Ranks among best defensive wings)
    • Blocks Per Game: 1.3 (Ranks #2 among all SFs)
    • Steal Percentage: 2.3% (Ranks in 94th percentile for forwards)
Why This Matters for Sacramento
  • The Kings lack an elite defensive wing off the bench—Keon Ellis and Jake LaRavia are solid, but Covington has a proven track record guarding top scorers (LeBron, Durant, Tatum, Kawhi).
  • Can defend 2-5—allows Kings to switch everything defensively without losing size or athleticism.
  • Would immediately become the team’s best weakside shot-blocker among wings.
Impact: The Kings improve their defensive rating and matchup flexibility against elite perimeter scorers.
✅ Weakness #2: Need More Three-Point Volume & Spacing
  • Covington’s 3PT Shooting Metrics
    • Career 3PT%: 36.2%
    • Catch-and-Shoot 3PT% (2023-24): 39.4%
    • Corner 3PT% (2023-24): 41.7%
    • 3PT Attempts Per Game: 4.8 (High Volume Shooter)
Why This Matters for Sacramento
  • The Kings’ spacing drops when Sabonis and Valančiūnas share the floor—Covington adds a floor-stretching forward who keeps defenses honest.
  • Fits seamlessly next to Sabonis as a spot-up shooter in the corners.
  • LaVine, Monk, and DeRozan need space to operate—Covington provides that without needing touches.
Impact: The Kings increase their three-point volume and spacing without sacrificing defense.
✅ Weakness #3: No Reliable Veteran 3&D Option in the Rotation
  • Jae Crowder hasn’t played and might not be in Mike Brown’s rotation plans.
  • Doug McDermott is a shooter but lacks defense—Covington gives both shooting and defensive toughness.
  • Keon Ellis is still developing—Covington brings immediate experience and reliability.
  • Fits well into Sacramento’s motion offense—he thrives in low-usage, high-impact roles.
Impact: Covington provides immediate impact, playoff experience, and a proven track record in a role the Kings need.
Covington vs. Other Available Options
Final Verdict: Covington is the ONLY player available who provides both ELITE defense and floor spacing at the forward position.
How Covington Fits into the Kings Rotation
Best Defensive Bench Unit (Closing Lineup Against Elite Wings)
This lineup gives Sacramento a LOCKDOWN defensive unit with elite switchability.
Final Recommendation: Sign Robert Covington Immediately
✅ Elite defensive wing presence (solves Kings’ biggest hole)
✅ Reliable three-point shooter, fits motion offense
✅ Playoff experience, knows how to play in high-pressure situations
✅ Can be signed for the veteran minimum ($2.5M)
Robert Covington is the perfect final addition to complete Sacramento’s playoff roster.
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AI is getting to the point where it may have done a better job than McNair at building successfully around Fox and Sabonis (I kid, mainly).
 
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AI is getting to the point where it may have done a better job than McNair at building successfully around Fox and Sabonis (I kid, mainly).
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Yeah it's getting pretty amazing to be honest. I will say that I definitely had to give the AI some perspective on the team, as well as update it on current news like Carter going to G-League. Once I felt it had a firm grasp of where the team was, I then told it that it was a scout for Monte and their job was on the line so it better make good player suggestions and justify them. The detailed response I posted would not have come out after the first question.
 
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Getting Covington is like having another Crowder so it's a no from me.
Better convert IJ and put him also in the rotation as back up 4/5 (the same way Lyles is/was playing).
I assume Nix will not resign a 10 day contract, both him and Mason Jones could have played for some minutes in the previous matches but since both games were close ones, DC hesitated to put them in the court.
 
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ChatGPT really wants us to sign Markelle Fultz lol:

If the Sacramento Kings want to solidify their point guard rotation, improve defense, and maximize their offensive flow, signing Markelle Fultz is the smartest move.

1️⃣ Why the Kings NEED a Playmaking PG
The current PG situation is unstable because:
❌ Monk & LaVine are NOT true point guards – Both are scoring guards first, not natural facilitators.
❌ Devin Carter is still recovering – He’s in the G-League to regain his stamina post-surgery, meaning he cannot be relied upon yet.
❌ Sabonis is being forced into a primary playmaker role – While he’s elite at distributing, the offense flows better when he has a true PG setting him up rather than initiating everything himself.

The Kings need a floor general who can control pace, set up teammates, and defend at a high level. That’s exactly what Markelle Fultz brings.

2️⃣ How Fultz Directly Fixes the Kings’ Weaknesses
✅ Fix #1: Kings Need a Reliable Playmaker
Fultz’s 2023-24 Stats (Orlando Magic):

  • 10.8 PPG | 5.5 APG | 3.2 RPG | 1.4 SPG | 48.2 FG% | 2.3 TOV
  • Assist-to-Turnover Ratio: 3.1 (Top 25 in the NBA)
  • Pick & Roll Efficiency: 1.08 PPP (Ranks in the 75th percentile for NBA PGs)
Why This Matters for Sacramento:

  • Fultz is an efficient, low-turnover passer who ensures the Kings get quality shots every possession.
  • The Kings rank 22nd in assists per game (24.8 APG) – Fultz improves ball movement & offensive structure.
  • He would unlock LaVine & DeRozan’s scoring potential by keeping them in their natural scoring roles.
Think of him as a stabilizer – Sacramento doesn’t need an elite scorer at PG, they need a smart decision-maker who sets up teammates.

✅ Fix #2: The Kings Need Perimeter Defense
  • Defensive Rating: 111.5 (Ranks in the top 50% among guards)
  • On-Ball Defense: Opposing guards shot 41.3% FG against him – one of the best defensive marks among PGs.
  • Steal Percentage: 2.1% (Top 20 in the NBA for guards)
Why This Matters for Sacramento:

  • LaVine & Monk are below-average defenders. Fultz gives the Kings a guard who can defend elite backcourts (Curry, Luka, Ja, Fox, SGA, etc.).
  • Sacramento ranks 18th in Defensive Rating (115.2) – Adding a defensive-minded PG pushes them toward being a top-10 defense.
  • Fultz has the size (6’4”, 210 lbs) to switch onto wings – making him more versatile than smaller PGs like Monte Morris.
Fultz would give the Kings their best defensive PG option while keeping Keon Ellis in his natural defensive stopper role off the bench.

✅ Fix #3: He Thrives in a Motion Offense
  • Sacramento plays one of the fastest tempos in the NBA (Top 10 in pace).
  • Fultz is an elite transition ball-handler – he ranks in the 75th percentile in transition offense.
  • Sabonis needs a guard who can feed him in the post & on cuts.
Why This Matters for Sacramento:

  • The Kings run one of the best dribble-handoff offenses in the NBA – Fultz excels in these actions.
  • He gets to the rim at an elite rate (55.6% FG in the paint) – making him an ideal drive-and-kick creator for Sacramento’s shooters (Murray, Monk, LaVine, McDermott).
  • His ability to push tempo & initiate fast breaks fits perfectly with the Kings’ high-pace attack.
Fultz in Sacramento would be the best version of himself because the Kings’ offensive system is built to complement his strengths.

3️⃣ Why Fultz is Better Than Other Available PGs
Player Playmaking Defense Shooting Fit w/ Kings Risk Markelle Fultz✅ 5.5 APG, 3.1 AST/TO ratio✅ Strong on-ball defender❌ 27% 3PT✅ Thrives in fast-paced offense, great in PnR Injury historyMonte Morris✅ 5.3 APG, 5.3 AST/TO ratio❌ Below-average✅ 40% 3PT❌ Not a strong transition player Small size, defensive liabilityJohn Wall✅ Still a decent passer✅ Solid defender❌ Bad shooter (29% 3PT)❌ Hasn’t played in a year Too riskyDJ Augustin❌ Too old❌ Poor defender✅ 38% 3PT❌ No longer an NBA-caliber player Not a real option

Final Verdict: Fultz is the best available option if Sacramento wants to improve defensively, get more structure in their offense, and maximize their core.

4️⃣ How the Kings Can Sign Him
Contract Projection:

  • The Kings only have the veteran minimum or a portion of the Mid-Level Exception (MLE) left.
  • Fultz’s market is low due to injury concerns, meaning he likely signs for the vet minimum or a short-term deal.
  • Sacramento could offer him a prove-it contract (1-year, $2.5M) and get massive upside if he stays healthy.
5️⃣ Final Takeaway – This Move Makes Too Much Sense
✅ Fixes Sacramento’s biggest weakness (lack of a true PG).
✅ Elevates perimeter defense instantly.
✅ Fits seamlessly in the Kings’ offensive system.
✅ Low-risk, high-reward signing.

If the Kings want to push for a deep playoff run, signing Markelle Fultz is the smartest move they can make.
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Lol, my guess is Monte is using ChatGPT to decide on roster moves.
 
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BKN Gets: Jonas Valanciunas, Anthony Black, & Nikola Jovic
BKN Gives: Cam Johnson
Why for BKN? With Johnson having 2 years left on his deal and the fact that he’ll be 29 entering next season, the Nets move him for two rookie scale prospects to further lean into their rebuild.

PG - Black
SG - Thomas / Johnson / Lewis
SF - Whitehead / Wilson / Martin
PF - Jovic / Clowney
C - Claxton / Valanciunas

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CHI Gets: Terry Rozier
CHI Gives: Patrick Williams & Lonzo Ball
Why for CHI? They get out from underneath Williams’ long term deal and free up more cap since Rozier is an expiring.

PG - White / Carter / Rozier
SG - Dosonmu / Terry
SF - Giddey / Huerter
PF - Buzelis / Phillips
C - Vucevic / Smith / Collins

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MIA Gets: DeMar DeRozan
MIA Gives: Terry Rozier & Nikola Jovic
Why for MIA? The Heat shed Rozier’s deadweight salary while replacing Butler’s scoring/playmaking. Herro & DeRozan as primary options and Adebayo & Wiggins as secondary options is a solid offense. Defensively, they could have Wiggins as their POA defender putting Herro and DeRozan more in off-ball, help roles while also having Ware and Adebayo on the back line to erase defensive mistakes.

PG - Herro
SG - DeRozan / Jaquez / Larsson
SF - Wiggins / Robinson / Johnson
PF - Ware / Highsmith / Anderson
C - Adebayo / Love

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ORL Gets: Malik Monk
ORL Gives: Jonathan Isaac & Anthony Black
Why for ORL? The Magic add a PG who can provide some creation from the perimeter, setup others, and space the floor for Banchero & Wagner. Not to mention his contract amount allows them to keep Suggs, Wagner, & Banchero on the roster without having major cap issues.

PG - Monk / Anthony / Joseph
SG - Suggs / KCP / Harris
SF - Wagner / Howard / Houstan
PF - Banchero / Da Silva
C - Carter / Bitadze / Wagner

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SAC Gets: Cam Johnson, Patrick Williams, Jonathan Isaac, & Lonzo Ball
SAC Gives: DeMar DeRozan, Malik Monk, & Jonas Valanciunas
Why for SAC? This trade rebalances our roster very well and makes us younger without having to surrender any future picks or young assets.

Ball gives us a legit PG who can run the offense next to LaVine while also being able to space the floor and play good defense across multiple positions.

Johnson gives us an elite floor spacer who has good size & length and is a solid defender. He also can be a solid secondary scorer for us.

Williams is a bad contract but he’s still young (24 at the start of next season) and he at least gives us more size, length, & athleticism at the forward spot (something we desperately need). I think he still has the potential to carve out a 3&D role for himself so he could be a good buy low candidate from that POV.

Although Isaac has major injury concerns, he’s a menace defensively when on the floor. I’d much rather our backup C be a good defender/rim protector which is not how I’d describe Valanciunas at this point in his career. Isaac’s athleticism and defensive versatility would also allow us to play him next to Sabonis for stretches (especially if his 3 ball comes back).

In general, we’d be relying on LaVine & Sabonis to be our primary options with guys like Johnson & Murray as secondary options. However, we’d have A LOT of defense and A LOT of shooting around those two primary options.

PG - Ball / Carter
SG - LaVine / Ellis
SF - Johnson / LaRavia (resigned)
PF - Murray / Williams
C - Sabonis / Isaac

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BKN Gets: Jonas Valanciunas, Anthony Black, & Nikola Jovic
BKN Gives: Cam Johnson
Why for BKN? With Johnson having 2 years left on his deal and the fact that he’ll be 29 entering next season, the Nets move him for two rookie scale prospects to further lean into their rebuild.

PG - Black
SG - Thomas / Johnson / Lewis
SF - Whitehead / Wilson / Martin
PF - Jovic / Clowney
C - Claxton / Valanciunas

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CHI Gets: Terry Rozier
CHI Gives: Patrick Williams & Lonzo Ball
Why for CHI? They get out from underneath Williams’ long term deal and free up more cap since Rozier is an expiring.

PG - White / Carter / Rozier
SG - Dosonmu / Terry
SF - Giddey / Huerter
PF - Buzelis / Phillips
C - Vucevic / Smith / Collins

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MIA Gets: DeMar DeRozan
MIA Gives: Terry Rozier & Nikola Jovic
Why for MIA? The Heat shed Rozier’s deadweight salary while replacing Butler’s scoring/playmaking. Herro & DeRozan as primary options and Adebayo & Wiggins as secondary options is a solid offense. Defensively, they could have Wiggins as their POA defender putting Herro and DeRozan more in off-ball, help roles while also having Ware and Adebayo on the back line to erase defensive mistakes.

PG - Herro
SG - DeRozan / Jaquez / Larsson
SF - Wiggins / Robinson / Johnson
PF - Ware / Highsmith / Anderson
C - Adebayo / Love

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ORL Gets: Malik Monk
ORL Gives: Jonathan Isaac & Anthony Black
Why for ORL? The Magic add a PG who can provide some creation from the perimeter, setup others, and space the floor for Banchero & Wagner. Not to mention his contract amount allows them to keep Suggs, Wagner, & Banchero on the roster without having major cap issues.

PG - Monk / Anthony / Joseph
SG - Suggs / KCP / Harris
SF - Wagner / Howard / Houstan
PF - Banchero / Da Silva
C - Carter / Bitadze / Wagner

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SAC Gets: Cam Johnson, Patrick Williams, Jonathan Isaac, & Lonzo Ball
SAC Gives: DeMar DeRozan, Malik Monk, & Jonas Valanciunas
Why for SAC? This trade rebalances our roster very well and makes us younger without having to surrender any future picks or young assets.

Ball gives us a legit PG who can run the offense next to LaVine while also being able to space the floor and play good defense across multiple positions.

Johnson gives us an elite floor spacer who has good size & length and is a solid defender. He also can be a solid secondary scorer for us.

Williams is a bad contract but he’s still young (24 at the start of next season) and he at least gives us more size, length, & athleticism at the forward spot (something we desperately need). I think he still has the potential to carve out a 3&D role for himself so he could be a good buy low candidate from that POV.

Although Isaac has major injury concerns, he’s a menace defensively when on the floor. I’d much rather our backup C be a good defender/rim protector which is not how I’d describe Valanciunas at this point in his career. Isaac’s athleticism and defensive versatility would also allow us to play him next to Sabonis for stretches (especially if his 3 ball comes back).

In general, we’d be relying on LaVine & Sabonis to be our primary options with guys like Johnson & Murray as secondary options. However, we’d have A LOT of defense and A LOT of shooting around those two primary options.

PG - Ball / Carter
SG - LaVine / Ellis
SF - Johnson / LaRavia (resigned)
PF - Murray / Williams
C - Sabonis / Isaac

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Somewhat of a side bar off this trade proposal but I like the idea of somehow scooping up Nikola Jovic. He seems like he’s one of those guys due for a breakout if given more opportunity.

For starters, he’s 21 years old and will be 22 at the start of next season. He’s also increased his mpg with Spoelstra each year (13.6 to 19.5 to 25.1) and he’s currently putting up the following per 36 min numbers this season…

.182 USG%
.595 TS%
.456 FG%
.563 2P%
.371 3P%
.828 FT%
11.7 FGA
5.2 2PA
6.5 3PA
2.7 FTA
15.4 PTS
5.6 REB
4.1 AST
1.2 STL
0.4 BLK
1.9 TO
2.6 PF

His advanced impact stats are not bad either (especially for a 21 year old)…

VPM = 138th
DPM = 119th
MAMBA = 95th
LEBRON = 262nd

…and I’d also says he’s an underrated defender who’s improved in this department during his young career thus far…

D-VPM = 109th
D-DPM = 120th
D-MAMBA = 115th
D-LEBRON = 204th

Lastly, he would bring some much needed size & length to our frontcourt…

Height w/o Shoes = 6’9.5”
Standing Reach = 9’0.5”
Wingspan = 6’11”
 
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twslam07 said:
Somewhat of a side bar off this trade proposal but I like the idea of somehow scooping up Nikola Jovic. He seems like he’s one of those guys due for a breakout if given more opportunity.

For starters, he’s 21 years old and will be 22 at the start of next season. He’s also increased his mpg with Spoelstra each year (13.6 to 19.5 to 25.1) and he’s currently putting up the following per 36 min numbers this season…

.182 USG%
.595 TS%
.456 FG%
.563 2P%
.371 3P%
.828 FT%
11.7 FGA
5.2 2PA
6.5 3PA
2.7 FTA
15.4 PTS
5.6 REB
4.1 AST
1.2 STL
0.4 BLK
1.9 TO
2.6 PF

His advanced impact stats are not bad either (especially for a 21 year old)…

VPM = 138th
DPM = 119th
MAMBA = 95th
LEBRON = 262nd

…and I’d also says he’s an underrated defender who’s improved in this department during his young career thus far…

D-VPM = 109th
D-DPM = 120th
D-MAMBA = 115th
D-LEBRON = 204th

Lastly, he would bring some much needed size & length to our frontcourt…

Height w/o Shoes = 6’9.5”
Standing Reach = 9’0.5”
Wingspan = 6’11”
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Jovic will get traded in a package if the Heat can get a All Star back not for DDR imo, otherwise the Heat will extend him to a team friendly deal shame he broke his hand he was coming around and playing well but it helps the Heat keep him for cheaper or trade him next year.
 
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serbiangoat said:
Jovic will get traded in a package if the Heat can get a All Star back not for DDR imo, otherwise the Heat will extend him to a team friendly deal shame he broke his hand he was coming around and playing well but it helps the Heat keep him for cheaper or trade him next year.
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Let's be real. No one is trading an All Star for a Jovic package.
 
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coolhandluke said:
Let's be real. No one is trading an All Star for a Jovic package.
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I said In a package never said Jovic package meaning Jovic/Wiggins/JJJ/Ware/Rozier/Drob/picks some sort of combo of those team absolutely would trade a combo of Wiggins/Jovic/JJJ/picks for a All Star. Jimmy Butler got traded for that and less actually same as Lillard.
 
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