has released the latest plan for the Harden transaction. According to Brett Siegel, a reporter from American media, the Raptors and team provided the Rockets with a 5 for 1 offer. The specific details are: The Raptors sent out Lowry, Norman Powell, 2021 first-round draft pick, 2023 first-round draft pick, and 2025 first-round draft pick in exchange for Harden of the Rockets. It can be said that this deal It is a win-win situation for both teams.
First of all, for the Raptors, the team's performance at the start of the new season was quite poor. At present, they only achieved a record of 2 wins and 8 losses, ranking second in the East. This shows that the Raptors have lost their competitiveness in the East. The team urgently needs to change the status quo, and the arrival of Harden not only allows the Raptors to return to the ranks of the strong team, his huge influence can also bring more popularity and attendance to the Raptors.
If this deal is reached, the Raptors will form a dual core of Harden and Siakam. The two complement each other internally and externally. In this way, the Raptors can form Van Fleet, Harden, and Anuno. The five-man starters of Belgium, Siakam and Baynes, and the substitutes are Watson, Stanley-Johnson , Terrence Davis, Boucher and Ryan and other giants, this ten-man rotation lineup In the less competitive East, they are fully equipped to hit the championship.
For the Rockets, the offer given by the Raptors can still be considered. First of all, Lori once played for the Rockets, so he has a certain emotional foundation for this team, as a An All-Star -level guard, although Lowry's overall strength is not as good as Harden, his professional attitude and tactical skills are stronger than Harden. In addition, Lowry is more active defensively. He can make up for Harden's vacancy and serve as the leader of the team.
and Powell is a strong offensive and defensive player. Last season, he averaged 16 points and 40% three-point shooting. In addition, Powell has a long arm span, outstanding defensive ability, and can defend multiple positions. Therefore, he has a top 3D trait. In addition, the Rockets also won three first-round draft picks, which can accelerate the team's rapid rise. It can be said that this deal not only makes the Rockets still very competitive, It also allows the team to have more flexible operating space in the future.
