Ever since Durant submitted a trade request to the Nets , the Nets have put the entire team on the shelf. Except for players who cannot be traded according to the rules, there are no not-for-sale items. What are players who cannot be traded according to the rules? Players such as Mills, Clarkston and other players who have completed contract extensions this offseason, Royce O'Neal, Warren and other players who have fully signed contracts this offseason will have their transactions frozen for a period of time in accordance with regulations. period, they cannot be traded for the time being.
Durant is the focus of the Nets' offseason trade this year, Irving is second, Simmons is also on the list. At the trade deadline last season, Simmons was sent to the Nets as one of the bargaining chips for Harden in the 76ers' trade. However, due to injuries, Simmons has not played a game on behalf of the Nets. Simmons may be traded away by the Nets without playing a game.
The US media "FW" reported a super trading plan involving 4 teams. The Nets traded all the Big Three. It can be said that it is very exciting. Let's take a look.
The Suns exchanged 5 for 1 and got Simmons
The Suns sent Ayton , Shamet , Saric and 2 first-round picks to get Simmons. The contract extension negotiations between the Suns and Ayton have reached a deadlock. The Suns are unwilling to extend Ayton's contract with the maximum salary, and Ayton is also dissatisfied with his status in the team. Paul is 37 years old this year. The Suns need to find an organizer to share Paulo's pressure. Simmons can not only share Paulo's organizational pressure, but also strengthen the Suns' defense, which can be said to kill two birds with one stone.
The Jazz traded 11 for 2 and got Durant and Ayton
During this offseason, the Jazz traded Gobert 1 for 10 and got multiple first-round picks. But the Jazz don't want to rebuild, they are just not satisfied with the combination of , Mitchell, and Gobert. As long as there is a chance, the Jazz still hope to upgrade their lineup and return to the championship ranks. Ayton is unwilling to renew his contract with the Suns. Durant applies to the Nets to leave the team, which is the Jazz's opportunity. "FW" stated that the Jazz can get Durant and Ayton by sending Conley, Bogdanovic , Clarkson , Gay, and 7 first-round picks. Of the 7 first-round picks sent by the Jazz, 3 came from and the Timberwolves , and the remaining 4 were from the Jazz themselves.
After the transaction is completed, the Jazz will form the Big Three of Mitchell + Durant + Ayton, truly possessing the strength to compete for the championship.
Lakers 3 for 3, Westbrook for Irving
The specific trading plan is for the Lakers to send Westbrook, Horton Tucker and a first-round pick to get Irving, Shamet and Saric. In addition to Westbrook, Horton Tucker is also a player the Lakers hope to send away. The Lakers once regarded Horton Tucker as not for sale, but through last season, the Lakers found that Horton Tucker was difficult to play next to James . In this deal, the Lakers not only got Irving, but also two powerful players in Shamet and Saric.
The Nets exchanged 3 for 16, setting a historical record
NBA In history, no team has ever been able to obtain 10 first-round picks in one transaction, and the Nets are expected to do this. "FW" said that the Nets can send away Durant, Irving and Simmons in exchange for Westbrook, Horton Tucker, Conley, Bogdanovic, Clarkson, Gay and 10 first-rounders. sign.
After the transaction is completed, the Nets have changed to a new team and can start over. With Durant applying to leave the team, this is also the Nets' helpless choice. But if they can exchange for 10 first-round picks, the Nets can be considered a bright future.
Summary:
This 4-team big trade plan can allow all 4 teams to get what they need and achieve a win-win situation. The Suns' strength has improved, the Jazz and Lakers have greatly increased their strength, and the Nets have completely entered the process of reconstruction. The Big Three of the Nets have all joined the Western Conference teams, and competition in the Western Conference will be even more intense next season.
