So how do we feel about trading BKN 2018 for Kyrie Irving because of Isaiah Thomas's injury concerns?
Supported the trade then. Support it now.
Right now, the pick is only projected at #7. If Hayward were fully healthy and IT was able to put off his surgery, then it might make me pause; however, we are not talking about Ayton, Bagley, or Doncic with the pick (still have to wait until the season plays out - BKN plays Chi, Chi, and Bos in their last 3). Irving is still a far superior asset in Irving than an injured IT and the #7 pick.
Still, if the Spurs were interested in a straight up swap - or almost straight-up swap - of Kawhi for Irving, I would certainly jump at the opportunity. With so much talent on the rest of the roster, I would be perfectly comfortable with Smart, Rozier, and Larkin(?) running the show at PG.