SalemStoner wrote:I don't think you hate Webster, I also agree that going after Miller isn't a bad idea because he's a better player than what we already have at either SG/SF(assuming Roy = PG). What I was trying to say is that we shouldn't be looking to move Webster in a trade unless it brings back a better young SF(assuming of course there's one we actually believe to be a better fit for this team than him and under 25 or so). We should be looking to move one of our PFs(LMA, Frye, Outlaw) or one or more of our guards(Jack, Blake, Sergio, Rudy) and/or Jones. While I think Millelr is a nice SG/SF, I don't think mortaging our future for a similar player in the present is the type of trade KP is going to make right now regardless. Jack, Frye and Jones for Miller? Yeah sure now we're talking... as soon as Webster's name is brought up in this trade scenario it's hang up time however.
edit: I should also note, that as much as I love LMA, I think given the other PFs on the roster that trading him for a top tier PG isn't out of the question assuming one were to be available to us. I think it's very likely we could goto a frontline of Oden and Outlaw or Oden and Frye and not lose too much if we could gain a premeir PG in exchange. Just an idea to rattle around... maybe I'm just crazy tho.
If Oden becomes a dominant offensive force, I suppose that's possible but I doubt it. For one thing, even though I've been a bit critical of LMA this year, I think he'll continue to improve and develop...probably substantially. And with the number of teams that play 'small ball', LMA's ability to slide to the C position could be essential, especially if he improves on his strength and inside presence, as I believe he will.
I don't think there will be room on the roster for outlaw, frye, and pryzbilla behind Oden and LMA. Frye is obviously an easier 'target' even though he seems to be a good young man and a great locker room presence. But then if a trade was made, there is little doubt that Outlaw's value around the league is quite high.
