Realistic landing spots for Aron Baynes

Post #1 » by **magee** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:24 pm

Now that some of the dust has settled for some players and teams, there are a few guys out there who are probably just waiting for their right opportunity. Baynes is my guy in regards to seeing where he goes. Where are some good fits for him?

(Brandon Ingram is my other guy, but I expect him to stay in New Orleans. I don't see the Knicks trying to sign him away from the Pelicans.)

East teams
Boston -- can they afford him with their MLE?
Charlotte -- are they able to afford him after signing Gordon Hayward?
NYK -- would they want to sign him to a 1+1 similar to what Mason Plumlee got? I personally feel he brings more value to a team than Plumlee, but we shall see on how Detroit uses Plumlee next to Blake Griffin.

West teams
GSW -- getting open looks from Curry would be hard to pass up. Can they afford him, though?
LAC -- can they afford him, even though they could use his size off the bench?
OKC -- now that there's a starting spot available, do the Thunder sign him and possibly trade him at the deadline for more picks to a playoff-needy team?

I'd love to see him go back to Phoenix, as well. Any team I might be missing?

Jon1798 · Post #2 » by **Jon1798** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:27 pm

Pelicans haven’t signed any FA’s yet and have his fellow New Zealander in Adams. He also played for Stan Van Gundy before. It’s not a starter role but they have been linked to him.

Adopt_Me_Masai · Post #3 » by **Adopt_Me_Masai** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:28 pm

Toronto might need a C (if one of Gasol or Ibaka leave), but I don't think they can offer more than 1 year at the full MLE

Bologna Smasher · Post #4 » by **Bologna Smasher** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:29 pm

He was my second option on the Kings if they didn't bring in someone like Steven Adams. He most likely wants to go to a playoff team though. He'd be a good fit on a lot of teams. He seems like an obvious Lakers target if they can't get Gasol.

BadWolf · Post #5 » by **BadWolf** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:30 pm

Milwaukee?

Hornet Mania · Post #6 » by **Hornet Mania** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:30 pm

Just to answer one of the OP's questions: I think Charlotte has $9m left after signing Hayward + stretching Batum. Not sure if Baynes can be had for that price though.

dirkules_41 · Post #7 » by **dirkules_41** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:30 pm

Dallas needs a 4/5 and he fits the bill with his shooting

LakersSoul · Post #8 » by **LakersSoul** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:31 pm

Lakers might use him especially if they trade McGee to make room for Bogdan.

noreaster23 · Post #9 » by **noreaster23** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:38 pm

I'm hoping Aron remembers his Boston days fondly. A big who can shoot the 3 and protect the paint would be perfect for us. He'll be in high demand and should have a few options to choose from.

Gday mate · Post #10 » by **Gday mate** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:41 pm

Minny need another big man.

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Sofia · Post #11 » by **Sofia** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:42 pm

Jon1798 wrote:Pelicans haven’t signed any FA’s yet and have his fellow New Zealander in Adams. He also played for Stan Van Gundy before. It’s not a starter role but they have been linked to him.

Baynes is an Aussie (though I think his mother is a kiwi)

Dupp · Post #12 » by **Dupp** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:45 pm

Sofia wrote:
Jon1798 wrote:Pelicans haven’t signed any FA’s yet and have his fellow New Zealander in Adams. He also played for Stan Van Gundy before. It’s not a starter role but they have been linked to him.

Baynes is an Aussie (though I think his mother is a kiwi)

Is that legal?

Sofia · Post #13 » by **Sofia** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:47 pm

Dupp wrote:
Sofia wrote:
Jon1798 wrote:Pelicans haven’t signed any FA’s yet and have his fellow New Zealander in Adams. He also played for Stan Van Gundy before. It’s not a starter role but they have been linked to him.

Baynes is an Aussie (though I think his mother is a kiwi)

Is that legal?

Apparently didn’t get the full notice

Jon1798 · Post #14 » by **Jon1798** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:52 pm

Sofia wrote:
Dupp wrote:
Sofia wrote:Baynes is an Aussie (though I think his mother is a kiwi)

Is that legal?

Apparently didn’t get the full notice

Born in New Zealand, raised in Aus as far as I know

Crives · Post #15 » by **Crives** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:53 pm

I am hoping phx on a 1 yr deal...

donkeylips · Post #16 » by **donkeylips** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:57 pm

warriors for the mle

Rich Michmond · Post #17 » by **Rich Michmond** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:57 pm

Didn't realize he is 34 already.

Wolves21 · Post #18 » by **Wolves21** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 10:57 pm

Gday mate wrote:Minny need another big man.

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Yep and had his best season last year in Phoenix playing along side Rubio.Plus if he was brought in probably would be a start in the front court along side KAT.

RamonSessions7 · Post #19 » by **RamonSessions7** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 11:00 pm

I’d love him, but do not think he’s a min player even in a ring chasing scenario.

OGSactownballer · Post #20 » by **OGSactownballer** » Sat Nov 21, 2020 11:00 pm

Rather have Baynes than Whiteside in Sac and he’d probably be cheaper.