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https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-rumors-la-back-in-on-buddy-hield-after-choosing-russell-westbrook-trade-over-him-last-year/amp/

Do you think Westbrook is involved ?

Buddy the Elf for Westbrook.

Who says no?

TeamTragic wrote:Buddy the Elf for Westbrook.

Who says no?

That’s what I’m saying!

Sure if there is a unprotected pick involved.

Brogdon + Hield for Westbrook + 2027 first makes some sense for both teams. Don't think that Brogdon has the trade value the Pacers thought he had or else he would have been moved, and they could likely do a lot with all that cap space next summer.

There ain't no rules that say a dog can't play basketball.

bstein14 wrote:Brogdon + Hield for Westbrook + 2027 first makes some sense for both teams. Don't think that Brogdon has the trade value the Pacers thought he had or else he would have been moved, and they could likely do a lot with all that cap space next summer.

It really does seem like the market for Brogdon has dried up. If they made this trade though they'd almost have too much cap space, and they probably will regardless. Watch them do something like give full max deals to Wiggins and Vucevic.

bstein14 wrote:Brogdon + Hield for Westbrook + 2027 first makes some sense for both teams. Don't think that Brogdon has the trade value the Pacers thought he had or else he would have been moved, and they could likely do a lot with all that cap space next summer.

Agreed no takers on brogdon lately .

Pelon chingon wrote:Sure if there is a unprotected pick involved.

If they got brogdon too they would do it

cupcakesnake wrote:There ain't no rules that say a dog can't play basketball.

I'm not fully convinced Buddy Hield is that much of an upgrade over a Malik Monk. 31 years old with 2 years $40 million left on his contract too. We already know a (cheaper) 3&D shooting guard in the mold of a KCP, Alec Burks, Josh Richardson type fits w/ Bron. Hopefully the Lakers don't overpay too much future assets for him if the trade goes through (which by all accounts is just still your regular rumor). Brogdon should be valued more as he replaces Russ, especially IF he could stay relatively healthy.

P.S. If it's a Russ centered deal for Buddy & Brogdon/depth I'm definitely on board with that though (w/ relatively reasonable future assets going out).

It's not about how good Buddy Heild is or isn't... It's about the best possible return on getting rid of Westbrook...

Kilroy wrote:It's not about how good Buddy Heild is or isn't... It's about the best possible return on getting rid of Westbrook...

You mean it's about getting A return on Westbrook

Kilroy wrote:It's not about how good Buddy Heild is or isn't... It's about the best possible return on getting rid of Westbrook...

100% agreed. Replacing Russ with depth would be a welcomed return for sure.

Up-And-Coming wrote:I'm not fully convinced Buddy Hield is that much of an upgrade over a Malik Monk. 31 years old with 2 years $40 million left on his contract too. We already know a (cheaper) 3&D shooting guard in the mold of a KCP, Alec Burks, Josh Richardson type fits w/ Bron. Hopefully the Lakers don't overpay too much future assets for him if the trade goes through (which by all accounts is just still your regular rumor). Brogdon should be valued more as he replaces Russ, especially IF he could stay relatively healthy.

In a vacuum you take Buddy over Monk but the point is that if you get Buddy (and Brogdon), you can now focus your tMLE in other areas ie. Bamba or a bigger wing who can defend.

JB2 wrote:

Up-And-Coming wrote:I'm not fully convinced Buddy Hield is that much of an upgrade over a Malik Monk. 31 years old with 2 years $40 million left on his contract too. We already know a (cheaper) 3&D shooting guard in the mold of a KCP, Alec Burks, Josh Richardson type fits w/ Bron. Hopefully the Lakers don't overpay too much future assets for him if the trade goes through (which by all accounts is just still your regular rumor). Brogdon should be valued more as he replaces Russ, especially IF he could stay relatively healthy.

In a vacuum you take Buddy over Monk but the point is that if you get Buddy (and Brogdon), you can now focus your tMLE in other areas ie. Bamba or a bigger wing who can defend.

100%. I am of that same mindset. Lakers should prioritize adding size/youth/defense/shooting (wings/forwards/center). My point was that Buddy's contract in and of itself isn't too valuable and I wouldn't be quite as thrilled if we were to trade assets solely for Buddy while keeping Russ. Russ should be the one leaving for depth.

Lakers should absolutely do this if they can.

Extra shooting and get rid of Westbrook? Buddy Hield has lots left in the tank as a shooter that doesn't rely on athleticism.

Absolute no-brainer if the Pacers are dumb enough to make that trade.

Ballerhogger wrote:

cupcakesnake wrote:There ain't no rules that say a dog can't play basketball.

Such a classic movie quote from an ATG movie.

Brogdon and Hield should only really fetch you an expiring contract that allows you to clean out your payroll next summer, throw in a second with the expiring. Don’t see how it merits a first round pick.

dockingsched wrote:Brogdon and Hield should only really fetch you an expiring contract that allows you to clean out your payroll next summer, throw in a second with the expiring. Don’t see how it merits a first round pick.

if we have to throw in the 2027 pick im fine with it were in win now mode