As everyone probably noticed on the front page Chad Ford is speculating that the Bobcats will look for a SG/SF who can shoot now that they have traded Stephenson. He mentions Booker as an option at #9 but also says that they really like Hunter and would be willing to trade down for him. He goes on to say that the Cs are a likely trade partner but the Bobcats would likely want a player in return in order to add to a roster with some holes.
The logical first though in terms of a trade is offer #16 + #28 + #33. But this isnt likely enough and doesnt help the Bobcats win this year. Adding Turner may help but I would think they have learned their lesson and will want a player with shooting range. The fact that they do not need Sully or KO due to their depth at the 4/5 makes a 3 team deal the most likely. I'm not sure at this point who realy holds more value between KO and Sully. Sully is the better player but health, conditioning and a shorter contract likely devalue him.
Some ideas
To Raptors: KO or Sully
To Bobcats: Ross and #16
To Celtics : #9
Why, Bobcats add a dynamic young wing scorer and the #16, Raptors add youth at the PF, Cs will have a shot at Herzonja or S Johnson.
To Denver: KO or Sully
To Bobcats: Wilson and #16
To Celtics: #9
Why, this make take some addition cap related moves but just as above this deal gives the Bobcats a wing who can score. Wilson is more polished then Ross and maybe a better short term fix.
To Utah: KO and #16
To Bobcats: #11 , #45 and future 2nd from Utah
To Celtics : #9
Why, this trade leaves less of a gamble as to who the Bobcats will get at #11 rather then waiting will #16. The Jazz get a player in KO who could be an excellent 3rd big for them. They also get the #16 where they can add even more young depth to their team.
Topic: Three team trade ideas to land the #9 pick (Read 1208 times)