papalrep wrote:It sounds like Flip has told the Love camp they are talking to The C's and Ainge wants to be sure he can extend Love - thus the visit. I suppose this is better than no communication
I think this is logical, so even though we don't know, it makes the most sense to analyze potential Boston deals. I'm not that interested in Sullinger, but I would take Olynyk and some good picks in exchange for Love. Olynyk is a 7 footer with excellent ballhandling skills, and best suited for the PF position. I think we could drop him into the starting PF role, and he would provide a mini version of what Love provided, because he can shoot the three, score inside, distribute and rebound. Boston brought him along slowly as a rookie, but he put up excellent stats when he finally started getting 25+ minutes in April. 16.6 PPG, 7.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists. And he did it efficiently, shooting 55 % overall, 43% on threes, and 80% from the line. Those are good rookie stats, and he should be able to build on that in coming years.
What do you guys think of Olynyk (and whatever expirings needed to make it work) plus picks? I would want Boston's 7th pick this year, Philly's first rounder next year, and New Jerseys in 2016 as a minimum. Of course, I would ask for more, but I'm trying to keep it realistic. Keep in mind we would also now have cap space to be a player in free agency.
Would you do it? Would Boston, assuming Love agrees to extend with them?
