Let’s Make a Deal — NBA Trade Edition

[AbeVigodaLive]

Derrick White continues to be a player I have interest in for this Wolves team. Frankly, he's one of the best defensive guards in the league and he offers adequate scoring and facilitating on the offensive end -- albeit with an inconsistent perimeter shot. Minnesota needs to acquire more two-way players, yes, but especially ones that can contribute consistently in some capacity. White's defense translates every night and he's proven to be effective as a starter or as a reserve. Sprinkle in the fact that he's a combo guard capable of taking over lead guard duties in the case of running a second unit or spot-starting when a starter gets injured. There's a lot to like with White.

I'm curious about what San Antonio would trade him for, especially considering he's signed through the 2024 season. I would offer Malik Beasley, Leandro Bolmaro, and a first-round pick for White straight up. I'm sure some here would scoff at giving those assets up for White, but I think he fits everything Minnesota wants to do while being secured for the next three years below market value.[/quote

Well, I wasn't too far off. Now I'm worried that Minnesota is going to give up Malik Beasley and a first-round pick for Marcus Smart, essentially playing ourselves by not going after the superior guard in Derrick White while replenishing the war chest for Boston.

Even though I dig so many of the intangibles that a guy like Marcus Smart brings...



But it's a possibility...

[Jester1534]

Josh Richardson for Derrick White (Cam will be pissed)

Boston is trading Josh Richardson and a first round pick to San Antonio for Derrick White, league sources tell @YahooSports.


Pain. I'm in pain.

And Langford

Yeah, but I'm seeing he was mainly included for salary matching. In any event, I would have done the Wolves equivalent. Malik Beasley, Leandro Bolmaro, and their 2022 first-round pick was the offer I was throwing out there. Damn.

A 1st round pick swap in 2028 was also added (for the Spurs)

Does this lead to Marcus Smart action?

Having both Smart and White seems a bit redundant.

i would assume that's what it would mean

[Camden [enjin:6601484]]

Derrick White continues to be a player I have interest in for this Wolves team. Frankly, he's one of the best defensive guards in the league and he offers adequate scoring and facilitating on the offensive end -- albeit with an inconsistent perimeter shot. Minnesota needs to acquire more two-way players, yes, but especially ones that can contribute consistently in some capacity. White's defense translates every night and he's proven to be effective as a starter or as a reserve. Sprinkle in the fact that he's a combo guard capable of taking over lead guard duties in the case of running a second unit or spot-starting when a starter gets injured. There's a lot to like with White.

I'm curious about what San Antonio would trade him for, especially considering he's signed through the 2024 season. I would offer Malik Beasley, Leandro Bolmaro, and a first-round pick for White straight up. I'm sure some here would scoff at giving those assets up for White, but I think he fits everything Minnesota wants to do while being secured for the next three years below market value.

Well, I wasn't too far off. Now I'm worried that Minnesota is going to give up Malik Beasley and a first-round pick for Marcus Smart, essentially playing ourselves by not going after the superior guard in Derrick White while replenishing the war chest for Boston.

Even though I dig so many of the intangibles that a guy like Marcus Smart brings...



But it's a possibility...

Yeah, ironically, now I find myself hoping Minnesota doesn't make any trades out of fear they'll make a bad one. I don't have as much confidence in this front office after seeing so many useful players get moved for reasonable returns or practically nothing. Sachin Gupta should have been in on a lot of these guys. Maybe he was, but the inability to close would then be the issue.

Family. Love. Togetherness. Bahamas.

[kekgeek]

Harrell to the Hornets for Ish Smith and Vernon Carey

[AbeVigodaLive]

Derrick White continues to be a player I have interest in for this Wolves team. Frankly, he's one of the best defensive guards in the league and he offers adequate scoring and facilitating on the offensive end -- albeit with an inconsistent perimeter shot. Minnesota needs to acquire more two-way players, yes, but especially ones that can contribute consistently in some capacity. White's defense translates every night and he's proven to be effective as a starter or as a reserve. Sprinkle in the fact that he's a combo guard capable of taking over lead guard duties in the case of running a second unit or spot-starting when a starter gets injured. There's a lot to like with White.

I'm curious about what San Antonio would trade him for, especially considering he's signed through the 2024 season. I would offer Malik Beasley, Leandro Bolmaro, and a first-round pick for White straight up. I'm sure some here would scoff at giving those assets up for White, but I think he fits everything Minnesota wants to do while being secured for the next three years below market value.

Well, I wasn't too far off. Now I'm worried that Minnesota is going to give up Malik Beasley and a first-round pick for Marcus Smart, essentially playing ourselves by not going after the superior guard in Derrick White while replenishing the war chest for Boston.

Even though I dig so many of the intangibles that a guy like Marcus Smart brings...



But it's a possibility...

Yeah, ironically, now I find myself hoping Minnesota doesn't make any trades out of fear they'll make a bad one. I don't have as much confidence in this front office after seeing so many useful players get moved for reasonable returns or practically nothing. Sachin Gupta should have been in on a lot of these guys. Maybe he was, but the inability to close would then be the issue.

Family. Love. Togetherness. Bahamas.

I have no problem moving on from Beasley. He's a one-trick pony who offers nothing when his shot is off.

And I'm not one to get too caught up in draft picks since I've been around for ALL of the Timberwolves picks that didn't pan out. Plus, I like Smart (mostly).

But I don't think he'll ever be better than he has been in Boston. And frankly, I think there is a limit on how much I'd be willing to pay for diminishing returns moving forward. His contract will be $16.6M next season... $21.3M in 2026. That's a lot of time to embrace/despise Marcus Smart.

[Jester1534]

Harrell to the Hornets for Ish Smith and Vernon Carey

Come on what a joke

[AbeVigodaLive]

Harrell to the Hornets for Ish Smith and Vernon Carey

The Hornets aren't giving up much for a rotation guy who can win them a playoff game or two.

[kekgeek]

Harrell to the Hornets for Ish Smith and Vernon Carey

Come on what a joke

Its hard for the Wolves because they are right up against the tax line and the Wolves have no player to match salaries much who isn't in the rotation.

[Jester1534]

Maybe Gupta doesn't have the power to make a move by ownership. If its not Barnes I don't even want a trade to be made now.

[Camden [enjin:6601484]]

Maybe Gupta doesn't have the power to make a move by ownership. If its not Barnes I don't even want a trade to be made now.

I've seen reports today that the Kings are holding on to Harrison Barnes. Probably the right decision for a team trying to win now.