NIC CLAXTON has to be the Lakers next move, right?

MessiahUjiri · Post #1 » by **MessiahUjiri** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 2:58 pm

So Lakers desperately need a defensive C now.

Guys like Valanciunas aren’t good defensively, but Nic Claxton makes the obvious sense. Nets are willing to forego short term winning.

Something like:

Knecht + 1st + Christie + salaries (Gabe/Vando).
For
Nic Claxton + Watford

What permutation makes the most sense?

Post #2 » by **Texas Chuck** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 3:00 pm

Can you please flesh this out making sure its CBA compliant and provide reasons for the Nets as well? Otherwise I can just move it to the random thoughts thread.

MessiahUjiri · Post #3 » by **MessiahUjiri** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 3:05 pm

Texas Chuck wrote:Can you please flesh this out making sure its CBA compliant and provide reasons for the Nets as well? Otherwise I can just move it to the random thoughts thread.

Done. I think there’s multiple permutations available. Hoping to elicit more feedback and other permutations.

ecuhus1981 · Post #4 » by **ecuhus1981** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 3:15 pm

That was one of my first thoughts, after processing this insane blockbuster. LA is gonna hunt for a defensive C.

Personally, I don't like receiving Vincent or Hachimura due to their contracts, Brooklyn is trying to free up as much 2025 capspace as possible. But if we can route them to a 3rd team for an expiring, Knecht would be decent enough return for me. Otherwise, you can have Sharpe and a 2nd for Knecht, although some minor outgoing salary for LAL is needed.

Post #5 » by **jbk1234** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 3:29 pm

Christie and their only available 1st were both traded to Dallas?

ReggiesKnicks · Post #6 » by **ReggiesKnicks** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 3:40 pm

jbk1234 wrote:Christie and their only available 1st were both traded to Dallas?

Why can't they trade their 2031 1st?

Post #7 » by **jbk1234** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 4:13 pm

ReggiesKnicks wrote:
jbk1234 wrote:Christie and their only available 1st were both traded to Dallas?

Why can't they trade their 2031 1st?

I didn't realize that they traded the 2029 1st. Yeah, they could, but then that would be it and Claxton isn't single handedly saving their defense. There's no one presently on the roster who's a plus defender.

OGSactownballer · Post #8 » by **OGSactownballer** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 4:14 pm

I honestly don’t think they have the pieces that BRK would accept.

Post #9 » by **Texas Chuck** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 4:15 pm

They can afford his trade value for sure. Nets haven't wanted to take on bad money though and that's an issue. But he's not worth more than that 31 pick on that contract.

scottyg · Post #10 » by **scottyg** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:08 pm

Maxi Kliber and a 2nd rd pic to the bulls for Javon Carter and Torey Craig

Skybox · Post #11 » by **Skybox** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:14 pm

Goga is their answer....ORL desperately needs playmaking and shooting, so would compromise their starting C and hope to work on the C spot in the summer.

ORL sends: Goga, Jett Howard
LAL sends: Reaves, Knecht

mcfly1204 · Post #12 » by **mcfly1204** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:19 pm

Skybox wrote:Goga is their answer....ORL desperately needs playmaking and shooting, so would compromise their starting C and hope to work on the C spot in the summer.

ORL sends: Goga, Jett Howard
LAL sends: Reaves, Knecht

So you're thinking Goga is worth Reaves and Knecht? If Orlando is really desperate for playmaking, shouldn't the trade be balanced the other way?

TheNetsFan · Post #13 » by **TheNetsFan** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:23 pm

I think Rui+Vincent/Kleber+ '31 FRP for Claxton and a minimum deal works for both parties if the Nets can find someone to take at least one of if the LA players for an expiring. If someone will take both for an expiring, I can see the Nets kicking back the '25 HOU FRP.

Another option could be a variation of the PHX-Utah deal. Something like Sharpe and 2 worst of FRPs for the unprotected '31FRP from LA.

nzahir · Post #14 » by **nzahir** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:28 pm

Skybox wrote:Goga is their answer....ORL desperately needs playmaking and shooting, so would compromise their starting C and hope to work on the C spot in the summer.

ORL sends: Goga, Jett Howard
LAL sends: Reaves, Knecht

Reaves is worth more than Goga

Definitely not adding knecht in this deal

And we need a lob threat C, so pass on Goga (who is solid)

AmusingFiddle · Post #15 » by **AmusingFiddle** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:37 pm

Lakers will part with more assets now with their future somewhat secured, Baring injuries.

Ainge do us a solid. We gave u a player and 2 picks for NOTHING.

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dcstanley · Post #16 » by **dcstanley** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 6:40 pm

jbk1234 wrote:
ReggiesKnicks wrote:
jbk1234 wrote:Christie and their only available 1st were both traded to Dallas?

Why can't they trade their 2031 1st?

I didn't realize that they traded the 2029 1st. Yeah, they could, but then that would be it and Claxton isn't single handedly saving their defense. There's no one presently on the roster who's a plus defender.

DFS, Vanderbilt, and Vincent are all plus defenders

Post #17 » by **jbk1234** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 7:19 pm

dcstanley wrote:
jbk1234 wrote:
ReggiesKnicks wrote:
Why can't they trade their 2031 1st?

I didn't realize that they traded the 2029 1st. Yeah, they could, but then that would be it and Claxton isn't single handedly saving their defense. There's no one presently on the roster who's a plus defender.

DFS, Vanderbilt, and Vincent are all plus defenders

At one time in their respective careers, yes, but to say there's been some slippage is to be charitable.

SlimShady83 · Post #18 » by **SlimShady83** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 7:24 pm

Kessler Turner... Claxton earning too much

DowJones · Post #19 » by **DowJones** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 7:27 pm

As a Cavs fan I would toss in Okoro and Niang to Brooklyn for Rui if the Nets are interested in that. Maybe add a few seconds.

TheNetsFan · Post #20 » by **TheNetsFan** » Sun Feb 2, 2025 7:37 pm

DowJones wrote:As a Cavs fan I would toss in Okoro and Niang to Brooklyn for Rui if the Nets are interested in that. Maybe add a few seconds.

The Nets would be looking for an expiring contract or to shed some money in the deal to stay below the tax. LeVert or Okoro/Niang+Wade are better from the Nets perspective. Supposedly, the Nets have had interest in Wade for a while.