northernhoops wrote:Would you guys trade a pick around 5 for Nerlens Noel?
I would and it wouldn't be a difficult decision to make. The Sixers statistically have been better when Noel is on the court and Okafor is off. The reason for that is the defensive impact he makes in passing lanes, protecting the rim, P&R defense and rebounding. He's not great in isolation, but his team defense is what makes him intriguing. I think you could absolutely play him next to Towns considering Towns should continue to stretch his game to the three point line.
To me, that might actually be a best-case scenario for both teams. Philly gets a chance to add a guard (Dunn/Murray) to their core while still having Okafor and Saric in the front court. We get another young player with a couple of years in the league who helps give this team a defensive identity moving forward.
Rubio, Wiggins, Noel, Towns in one lineup is filthy defensively. Add in LaVine/Muhammad and it could potentially be good enough offensively.
Bottom line: Yes, I'd do the trade quickly.
