COULD THE NETS OFFER A PACKAGE FOR JOSH SMITH ON DRAFT DAY?

andy innocent · Post #1 » by **andy innocent** » Sat Mar 24, 2012 7:48 pm

With the way the nets are playing (4th worst record in the league), it's a no brainer that they're tanking for the remainder of the season. That might give them a better chance at landing a top 3 pick in the upcoming draft (that pick was sent to Portland but protected 1-3). It's a high risk high reward strategy.

The question is now... Will Gerald Wallace opt-in or opt-out ? We have seen this where players at his age (30) will opt-out the final year of their contract in order to secure a longer guaranteed contract. Thus instead of 11 mil for 12-13, risk of injury, and a brutal drop off in 13-14... He might get around 7 mil/year on a 4 year contract.

I'm wondering if the Nets front office could package him on a sign and trade for Josh Smith; something like Gerald Wallace + Jordan Williams + 2013 draft pick... The move could provide financial flexibility for the Hawks. That would certainly allow them to go after a legit center. (Al Horford is true PF)... Josh Smith would be an instant fan favorite in Brooklyn.

Speaking of centers... I would not mind a sign a trade package of Brook Lopez for Josh Smith either; something like Brook Lopez + Damion James... That could give the nets an nice line-up of Smith & Wallace at forwards spots; a really havoc-wrecking 2 headed monster. That could entice Deron Williams to stay put. And give some thoughts to a missing piece down in Orlando to consider playing with 2 of his friends (Smith and Williams).

Another intriguing signing could be Javale McGee. We will have enough cap room to make a run at him against the Nuggets. Pairing up McGee and Lopez (if he can stay healthy) would make a long mean frontcourt (Something that gave DWill fits back in Utah vs the Lakers). With that move, then nets could still try a package for Smith. Humphries, Wallace... They have lots of trade pieces...

For some reason, I feel like the Nets are in for an interesting summer. Now imagine they win the lottery...

What do you think?

vincecarter4pres · Post #2 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sat Mar 24, 2012 7:57 pm

I LOVE CAPITAL LETTERS!!! :lol:

No but seriously, 2nd or 3rd overall pick I think they would seriously consider, but you're certainly not getting Gerald Wallace in addition.

It would probably look like the pick, Farmar if he picks up his option, Petro and Jordan Williams for Smith.

Although you never know, this front office has already proven themselves to unnecessarily overpay through the teeth, so maybe you'll be able to swindle us into throwing in Crash.

Shameer1016 · Post #3 » by **Shameer1016** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 5:46 am

Try it in 2K12 first.

jeff1624 · Post #4 » by **jeff1624** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:29 am

I WOULDN'T DO A TOP 3 PICK AND WALLACE FOR SMITH. MAYBE LOPEZ + FILLER.

vincecarter4pres · Post #5 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:34 am

jeff1624 wrote:I WOULDN'T DO A TOP 3 PICK AND WALLACE FOR SMITH. MAYBE LOPEZ + FILLER.

You feeling OK buddy? This is totally out of character for you. Are you running a fever?

jeff1624 · Post #6 » by **jeff1624** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:42 am

I'm a huge Lopez homer, but I've always agreed that a Lopez for Smith deal makes sense for both teams. It would hurt to see him tear it up in a Hawks uniform, but this would be for the best.

DBoys · Post #7 » by **DBoys** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 8:22 am

Can't sign and trade anyone on draft day.

Sharcm1 · Post #8 » by **Sharcm1** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 12:33 pm

How does a lopez for smith deal make sense for the nets?

Smith is not a center. Hell he really isn't a pf. He is more of a small forward.

So we loose a star center for a sf. that would be great if we had a center waiting to replace lopez. but we don't. unless you like shelden williams as our started for the rest of his career.

stupid

therealbig3 · Post #9 » by **therealbig3** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 12:46 pm

Sharcm1 wrote:How does a lopez for smith deal make sense for the nets?

Smith is not a center. Hell he really isn't a pf. He is more of a small forward.

So we loose a star center for a sf. that would be great if we had a center waiting to replace lopez. but we don't. unless you like shelden williams as our started for the rest of his career.

stupid

Smith is freakishly athletic, which is why he looks like he's a SF sometimes, but he's a pretty legit PF.

And no center? It's like free agency or trades don't exist... :wink:

Post #10 » by **NyCeEvO** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 2:27 pm

therealbig3 wrote:
Sharcm1 wrote:How does a lopez for smith deal make sense for the nets?

Smith is not a center. Hell he really isn't a pf. He is more of a small forward.

So we loose a star center for a sf. that would be great if we had a center waiting to replace lopez. but we don't. unless you like shelden williams as our started for the rest of his career.

stupid

Smith is freakishly athletic, which is why he looks like he's a SF sometimes, but he's a pretty legit PF.

And no center? It's like free agency or trades don't exist...

Yeah...uh Sharcm, I'd hate to break it to you buddy but you can actually sign and/or trade for another center.

Also, Smith impacts the game more than Lopez does.

Post #11 » by **NyCeEvO** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 2:29 pm

DBoys wrote:Can't sign and trade anyone on draft day.

He never said do it on draft day.

JKNICKS67 · Post #12 » by **JKNICKS67** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 2:32 pm

It's not easy to acquire a quality center- Lopez for smith is ok but then what are u giving for a center. At least brooks

DBoys · Post #13 » by **DBoys** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:12 pm

NyCeEvO wrote:
DBoys wrote:Can't sign and trade anyone on draft day.

He never said do it on draft day.

Ummm yeah he did. The thread is titled "COULD THE NETS OFFER A PACKAGE FOR JOSH SMITH ON DRAFT DAY?"

Jersey Generals · Post #14 » by **Jersey Generals** » Sun Mar 25, 2012 6:30 pm

Sharcm1 wrote:So we loose a star center for a sf. that would be great if we had a center waiting to replace lopez. but we don't. unless you like shelden williams as our started for the rest of his career.

stupid

I hope for your sake you meant "starting" and not star center.

TheNetsFan · Post #15 » by **TheNetsFan** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 4:13 pm

The real answer is a definitive no.

Why? Because the only players on the Nets roster eligible to be traded on draft day are Morrow, Petro, Brooks & Jordan Williams. All 4 would have to be traded just to make the trade legal under the cap.

Could the teams agree to the structure of a deal that is executed in the new league year? Sure. It can't be officially announced though.

Rockice_24 · Post #16 » by **Rockice_24** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 7:00 pm

If it takes the top 3 pick and the HOU pick I'd do it. Plus who ever to match.

D-Will
Brooks
Crash
Smooth
Lopez

Is a legit starting 5 that would no doubt be playoff bound barring another crazy injury bug. If we're gonna trade Lopez for Smith we better have a backup plan for C.

vincecarter4pres · Post #17 » by **vincecarter4pres** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 7:51 pm

Screw Brooks. He sucks.

SteveNets15 · Post #18 » by **SteveNets15** » Mon Mar 26, 2012 9:58 pm

vincecarter4pres wrote:Screw Brooks. He sucks.

Start Green @ the 2!I like Brooks off the bench