nate33 wrote:SUPERBALLMAN wrote:I’m starting to think we should trade Corey.
I don't see why.
If you can get a really good return, then, sure, anyone can be traded. But I don't really see any team out there that is in position to value Kispert significantly more than we value him, so I doubt there is a mutually beneficial trade available.
Yes I agree I like Kispert, seems like a great dude, good teammate etc. But my thinking is, he's entering the final year of his contract. Kispert is a 1-dimensional player, 39% from 3, but his one dimension is a valuable and sought after commodity. He is going to get paid. And he's a luxury item more valuable and necessary to a contending team more so than to a rebuilding team.
I'm not saying that I WANT to get rid of Corey. He's a great floor spacer, especially if we add a player like Sarr, that would be great to have. But is he a long term piece? Can we find a younger and cheaper replacement to come off the bench who is more of a 3 & D rather than just a 3 & no D?
Maybe draft someone like 6-7 F Jaylen Wells from Washington State projected 2nd round (42% 3pt).
A team like The Bucks could be a good trade partner. They have picks 23 & 33 in the draft.
https://wisportsheroics.com/milwaukee-bucks-news-corey-kispert-trade/Milwaukee Bucks Address Shooting Woes With 'Sleeper Target' In Intriguing Proposal
By Angelo GuinhawaJune 16, 2024Updated:June 17, 2024
The Milwaukee Bucks need capable shooters to space the floor for two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and elevate the team’s offense in the process. In this regard, going for Washington Wizards’ Corey Kispert might be the ideal move to make for the franchise.
Kispert, the 15th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, has established himself as a three-point shooting specialist with the Washington Wizards. From the outset, he showcased his prowess from beyond the arc, connecting on 38.3% of his attempts this season.
Milwaukee Bucks, Corey Kispert
The Wizards forwards’ willingness to launch threes, rather than just his percentage, has been crucial in distorting opposing defenses. In fact, he ranked among the top 25 players in the league in three-point attempts per possession.
Beyond his three-point shooting, Kispert has also proven to be an efficient scorer, posting a career-best effective field goal percentage of 60.2%. He has been particularly effective around the rim, converting 78.7% of his attempts, and has also found success in the floater range, shooting 52.5% from 3-10 feet.
While Kispert is a thoroughly modern player, with 80% of his shots coming from the preferred spots on the floor, he does possess certain limitations. His impact on the defensive end and his playmaking abilities are somewhat restricted, and his rebounding is also a concern. Nonetheless, for the right team, the forward’s outstanding shooting prowess can still hold significant value, particularly in the regular season.
Washington Wizards Corey Kispert Named as Potential Trade Target for Milwaukee Bucks
Milwaukee Bucks, Corey Kispert
Apr 9, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) gets by Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kyle Anderson (1) for the basket in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-USA TODAY Sports
For Antetokounmpo to be effective on the court, he must be surrounded by talented shooters. The Bucks’ front office can do just that by acquiring Kispert, as detailed in an article by Tyler Watts for Behind The Buck Pass.
“Kispert’s minutes dipped in year three, despite Washington leaning into rebuilding. His counting stats improved, but the lack of playing time may be a sign that he is not part of the Wizards’ future. The 6’7 forward averaged 13.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in 25.8 minutes per game, while shooting 48.6 percent from the field and 38.3 percent on his 3-point attempts.
Kispert struggles on defense and has produced a negative value over replacement level (VORP) in two of his first three NBA seasons. The Wizards have been a mess in recent years and the 15th overall pick in 2021 may blossom in a winning situation. His impact may come strictly as a floor spacer and offensive weapon, but the Bucks need any help possible.
With limited draft capital and the second tax apron looming, the Milwaukee Bucks must take what they can get. It may even involve buying low on a struggling option in hopes he can turn things around,” Watts wrote.
Getting Kispert and having him integrated into head coach Doc Rivers‘ system may do wonders for his career. If given the chance to produce for a winning team, the former Gonzaga star may prove to be a reliable floor space on the offensive end and a capable defender on the other end.
It remains to be seen whether Kispert may find a new home in Milwaukee, stays in Washington, or lands in a new city. In any case, the Bucks should keep a close eye on the forward if he becomes available.
