Build a Franchise (Season 9) Discussion Thread- Announcement on pg. 56

[Strick]

Side note: BIG Nique Clifford fan. I was bummed when he went one spot ahead of me in the BAF draft this offseason. I think he has a very bright future in the league

Sacramento listed him and Keegan Murray as the only two untouchables on the team. Now we just need them to open up some minutes for him

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TRADE ANNOUNCEMENT

The New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to trade LaMelo Ball, Nique Clifford, Herb Jones and a 2026 1st round draft pick (From Miami) to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Caris LeVert, Keyonte George, Sidy Cissoko, Isaiah Crawford, a 2026 1st round draft pick (From New Orleans*) and a 2026 2nd round draft pick (From Milwaukee).

*- New Orleans gets its pick back.

I HATED trading Keyonte on the heater he’s having IRL but he’ll be a year away from a legit bump and that’s relying on the sim a lot. Big fan of his and loved watching the leap he’s taken.

LaMelo fits the youth movement still and is more of a push before everyone hits the FA pool

Seeing the results of today’s game and the start of the season makes me feel better. Dimes will be thrown from everywhere in Minnesota and from multiple positions. LaMelo and Jalen Johnson in transition?

NO gets his pick back...

What a young team for Melo to come to. Well done Strick!

[Busta Bucket]

Been waiting for this mysterious Jaylen Brown deal to drop, but that one is fun too.

[El Poochio]

Fire Sale Alert

Zion, Jalen Green, KP, all my depth available. They have great contracts and amazing sim ratings come correct. Looking for young players + draft picks. Most ideal return would be high picks in this draft

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For the GM's who like to look at the big picture- curious to see how Neemias is valued:

Boston Celtics center Neemias Queta doesn’t always jump off the page when you’re looking at box scores, but don’t underestimate his impact on winning. Queta’s assignment entering the 2025-26 season was to help fill a gaping void left in the wake of Al Horford, Luke Kornet, and Kristaps Porzingis, and Queta has delivered.

Averages of 9.3 points, 7.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game don’t tell the complete story on Queta. His defensive rating (entering Monday’s games) was fifth-best in the entire NBA at 100.6.

Joe Mazzulla was asked about Queta’s defense on Sunday ahead of the Celtics-Magic game. At that point, Queta ranked third in the league in defensive rating.


“I think our defense is pretty good in general,” Mazzulla said, per WEEI’s Justin Turpin. “But I think he’s also really improved. Especially in his rim protection and pick-and-roll defense.”

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Hilariously. seven of the top 10 defensive-rated players in the NBA are from the Oklahoma City Thunder, including the top four players ahead of Queta: Alex Caruso (1), Ajay Mitchell (2), Chet Holmgren (3), and Isaiah Joe (4).

Right behind Queta are OKC’s Jaylin Williams (6) and Cason Wallace (7). In essence, the highest-rated defenders in the NBA these days are half of the OKC Thunder … and Neemias Queta!

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That Dallas trade interrupted your rhythm last year...We never doubted you- glad to see the Wonder boy is back on track.

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[Fat]

The goat Achiuwa still available (expiring next year) any team looking for some rebounding help

[bishnykfan]

TRANSACTION

The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a maximum contract extension with Tristan da Silva.

[bishnykfan]

TRANSACTION

The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a maximum contract extension with Quinten Post.

[bishnykfan]

TRANSACTION

The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a maximum contract extension with Ajay Mitchell.

[Capn'O]

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That Dallas trade interrupted your rhythm last year...We never doubted you- glad to see the Wonder boy is back on track.

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He was fat AF. His conditioning is much improved.

[mpharris36]

That Ajay mitchell contract looking great. Certainly the added value of hitting on a 2nd round pick.

Nice work DN.

[DerrickNoah]

That Ajay mitchell contract looking great. Certainly the added value of hitting on a 2nd round pick.

Nice work DN.

I appreciate that!

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That Dallas trade interrupted your rhythm last year...We never doubted you- glad to see the Wonder boy is back on track.

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He was fat AF. His conditioning is much improved.

Just glad he’s back to taking over the nba again Cap!

[Capn'O]

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That Dallas trade interrupted your rhythm last year...We never doubted you- glad to see the Wonder boy is back on track.

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He was fat AF. His conditioning is much improved.

Just glad he’s back to taking over the nba again Cap!

For sure. You don't want to see that from one of the leagues greats.

[Fat]

Whole team available I’ve seen enough!

[Capn'O]

Utah surprising me so far.

Many of you motherfckers need to learn how to coach.

[Capn'O]

I had acquired Keegan Murray in that deal that fell apart

[MrDollarBills]

The first team to lose to Indiana this season should receive an award of some type.

[Depalma2002]

Tyus Jones is on the block for anyone looking for a backup floor General and/or listening to post-December trade ideas for Russell Westbrook.