Fake Trade Thread III

[HornetJail]

I would not trade for Waiters. He's got the 3-point shooting and athleticism of Gerald Henderson and the rest of him is strikingly Ben Gordon-esque.

[JDR720]

trade with the Pelicans

Charlotte gets- Eric Gordon

Pelicans get= Ben Gordon, Jeff Adrian and a draft pick

Horncats get a SG scorer with star potential to pair with Kemba to form a deadly combo

Pelicans get a SG that can play off Jrue and Evans and can use his 13mill to get a few good FA's and the draft pick replaces the one they traded to Philly

[KingExecutive]

trade with the Pelicans

Charlotte gets- Eric Gordon

Pelicans get= Ben Gordon, Jeff Adrian and a draft pick

Horncats get a SG scorer with star potential to pair with Kemba to form a deadly combo

Pelicans get a SG that can play off Jrue and Evans and can use his 13mill to get a few good FA's and the draft pick replaces the one they traded to Philly

Besides beating the dead horse about Eric Gordon's knees... I still think charlotte gets the worse end of this deal. I'd rather keep the pick and the FA money and see if we can find a better player/fit with the team in the offseason. Hopefully Gordon doesn't go anywhere unless for a significant deal at the deadline.

[Elden Payton]

trade with the Pelicans

Charlotte gets- Eric Gordon

Pelicans get= Ben Gordon, Jeff Adrian and a draft pick

Horncats get a SG scorer with star potential to pair with Kemba to form a deadly combo

Pelicans get a SG that can play off Jrue and Evans and can use his 13mill to get a few good FA's and the draft pick replaces the one they traded to Philly

I really like Eric Gordon but the reality is with his contract and injury/heart issues he's a huge risk.

I'd rather we try to make a deal for Tyreke as I've previously mentioned.

I think unless we can make a serious move we need to keep a hold of our draft picks.

[Liver_Pooty]

Id rather just keep Henderson on his bargain contract than trade for either Gordon or Evans. Evans, although talented, hasn't even really found his position yet in the NBA, and Gordon can't stay healthy.

[Eoghan]

I would not trade for Waiters. He's got the 3-point shooting and athleticism of Gerald Henderson and the rest of him is strikingly Ben Gordon-esque.

I'm not enamored with Waiters either but contract wise it was between him, Thompson and garbage. I figure Thompson is pretty redundant between Zeller and Biyombo.

[JDR720]

This wont happen but....

Ben Gordon for Kendrick Perkins and Jeremy Lamb
http://espn.go.com/nba/tradeMachine?tradeId=m3qby5k


OKC gets 3pt help and a big expiring contract, Charlotte gets another C and a good young SG

[LamarMatic7]

This wont happen but....

Ben Gordon for Kendrick Perkins and Jeremy Lamb
http://espn.go.com/nba/tradeMachine?tradeId=m3qby5k


OKC gets 3pt help and a big expiring contract, Charlotte gets another C and a good young SG

I believe Gilwaker already promoted this idea and I'll say again that there's no way we get somebody of Jeremy Lamb's potential while not giving any picks or prospects to OKC.

[MasterIchiro]

“Going into games, I’ve always thought ‘I’m going to get this amount of points’, but I think now my mindset is kind of changing to where I want to guard people,” Lamb said. “I want to lock people up, I want to get steals, I want to get rebounds. I think I’ve definitely improved on the defensive end. I’m definitely going to pride myself in defense. I’m going to score the ball, but defense is where I need to work. That’s one of the biggest things in basketball.”

“We’re excited about Jeremy and what he brings to our team,” said Thunder coach Scott Brooks. “He’s a terrific scorer. He can make shots. My job is to find areas on the floor that he can continue to feel comfortable. This is only his second year – he’s 20 years old. He has a lot of areas that he’s going to improve on the next six or seven years with us.”

Lamb was a standout in the Orlando Summer League just a couple months ago, averaging 18.8 points and 4.0 rebounds in four games. The tools are there. The versatile shooter has silky athleticism and explosiveness; hopefully he’s focusing on building strength. Lamb measures in at 6’5 in height with an impressive 6’11 wingspan and weighs just 180 pounds.

“Jeremy Lamb is looking great,” said Kevin Durant prior to the start of the preseason. “You can tell he’s been working.”

“All summer, we’ve been here and we’ve just been working, and that’s what it’s about,” Lamb shared. “Hard work pays off. Being able to help the guys that just came in just like they helped me when I first came in. They’re still helping me. That’s huge. We’ve been having some good workouts all summer.”

Read more at http://www.hoopsworld.com/can-jeremy-la ... lIEzlhL.99

I would trade MKG for this guy. They need Sessions as well with Westbrook's knee. Obviously there would have to be more involved but I would move those 2 core guys to get a crack at Lamb. Then just draft a SF like Wiggins, Parker or Randle with that top 5 pick we're getting.

MKG would be a guy who helps OKC defend Lebron in big games and come off the bench as an energy guy.

[MasterIchiro]

Kemba
Lamb
Top 5 pick/Taylor
Zeller
Jefferson

Plus DET and POR picks

[Liver_Pooty]

Kemba
Lamb
Top 5 pick/Taylor
Zeller
Jefferson

Plus DET and POR picks

You would trade MKG AND Sessions for Jeremy Lamb?

Are you kidding?

[MasterIchiro]

Kemba
Lamb
Top 5 pick/Taylor
Zeller
Jefferson

Plus DET and POR picks

You would trade MKG AND Sessions for Jeremy Lamb?

Are you kidding?

No I wouldn't. I would be willing to trade either but would want other players involved. I would definitely trade MKG for Lamb but OKC would not do that.

[Liver_Pooty]

Kemba
Lamb
Top 5 pick/Taylor
Zeller
Jefferson

Plus DET and POR picks

You would trade MKG AND Sessions for Jeremy Lamb?

Are you kidding?

No I wouldn't. I would be willing to trade either but would want other players involved. I would definitely trade MKG for Lamb but OKC would not do that.

I seriously doubt we would even consider offering MKG for Lamb.

[MasterIchiro]

You would trade MKG AND Sessions for Jeremy Lamb?

Are you kidding?

No I wouldn't. I would be willing to trade either but would want other players involved. I would definitely trade MKG for Lamb but OKC would not do that.

I seriously doubt we would even consider offering MKG for Lamb.

We wouldn't bother because OKC would strike down that offer. It's a subpar offer, honestly. Lamb has been groomed while MKG is showing really no progress. Lamb might be starting. MKG's minutes will be threatened by a 2nd round pick. Lamb is a baller, a pure scorer and he played with Kemba in college. I think offering MKG for him is a no-brainer.

[HornetJail]

I would easily give up Sessions and one of our future 1sts (probably the Portland one) or Taylor, who could absolutely shine in OKC for Jeremy Lamb. Hell, I'd take back Perkins as well. I reeeaaaaaalllllly want Jeremy Lamb, but NOT at the expense of MKG.

[MasterIchiro]

OKC invested a great deal of resources (Harden) and time (full season in the D-league) into Lamb, not to mention cut ties with one of the better shooters in the game (K-Mart). I think in order to get him you're going to have to offer up something that really compels OKC to pause and maybe reverse direction on Lamb. They've really groomed this kid. I don't think a backup PG (albeit a good one who would fit on a deep playoff team) as the centerpiece would budge them off their commitment to Lamb at all. All the signs point to OKC really liking him. You'd have to include that Detroit pick and honestly right now they might still strike down that deal if they like what they see with Lamb's progress and development and potential. To get him paired with Kemba again, I think is a dream scenario because Kemba would stay in Charlotte. Give Kemba a scorer or he's going to get discouraged quickly in this offense. I think any overtures for Jeremy Lamb have to start with a serious bid. It would be MKG.

[Liver_Pooty]

OKC invested a great deal of resources (Harden) and time (full season in the D-league) into Lamb, not to mention cut ties with one of the better shooters in the game (K-Mart). I think in order to get him you're going to have to offer up something that really compels OKC to pause and maybe reverse direction on Lamb. They've really groomed this kid. I don't think a backup PG (albeit a good one who would fit on a deep playoff team) as the centerpiece would budge them off their commitment to Lamb at all. All the signs point to OKC really liking him. You'd have to include that Detroit pick and honestly right now they might still strike down that deal if they like what they see with Lamb's progress and development and potential. To get him paired with Kemba again, I think is a dream scenario because Kemba would stay in Charlotte. Give Kemba a scorer or he's going to get discouraged quickly in this offense. I think any overtures for Jeremy Lamb have to start with a serious bid. It would be MKG.

I've visited the OKC board, and while their high on him, they aren't nearly as high on him as you are. Some doubt he's even ready to be a 6 man. I'd love to have him, but not for MKG.

[Snidely FC]

Jeremy Lamb is now the best long-range shooter on the Oklahoma City Thunder roster with Kevin Martin moving on to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Lamb has only made 1-of-12 three-point shots during the first two preseason games, which limits the team on offense. Early in the preseason the team is still backing the youngster.

“Jeremy hasn't shot the ball well,” head coach Scoot Brooks told The Oklahoman. “But I believe in what he does. He continues to work on his game. Like all of our players, we're focusing on defense. ...he's going to be able to step up and stick them in. I believe in that. I think our guys do.”

The Thunder don't have a lot of roster flexibility due to concerns with the luxury tax line, so Lamb needs to make sure his shot is falling once the regular season starts. If he can't, the Thunder opponents are going to have an easy time defending them. A lack of perimeter shooting will also put a lot more of the offensive burden on Kevin Durant, which is something he doesn't need. - ESPN Insider

[MasterIchiro]

OKC invested a great deal of resources (Harden) and time (full season in the D-league) into Lamb, not to mention cut ties with one of the better shooters in the game (K-Mart). I think in order to get him you're going to have to offer up something that really compels OKC to pause and maybe reverse direction on Lamb. They've really groomed this kid. I don't think a backup PG (albeit a good one who would fit on a deep playoff team) as the centerpiece would budge them off their commitment to Lamb at all. All the signs point to OKC really liking him. You'd have to include that Detroit pick and honestly right now they might still strike down that deal if they like what they see with Lamb's progress and development and potential. To get him paired with Kemba again, I think is a dream scenario because Kemba would stay in Charlotte. Give Kemba a scorer or he's going to get discouraged quickly in this offense. I think any overtures for Jeremy Lamb have to start with a serious bid. It would be MKG.

I've visited the OKC board, and while their high on him, they aren't nearly as high on him as you are. Some doubt he's even ready to be a 6 man. I'd love to have him, but not for MKG.

The organization's handling of, investment in and historical approach to Lamb vs. the fan sentiment are two entirely different things. I've clearly outlined the precedent they've set as an organization. Despite how fans feel, the organization has made a serious commitment to this guy.

[Liver_Pooty]

OKC invested a great deal of resources (Harden) and time (full season in the D-league) into Lamb, not to mention cut ties with one of the better shooters in the game (K-Mart). I think in order to get him you're going to have to offer up something that really compels OKC to pause and maybe reverse direction on Lamb. They've really groomed this kid. I don't think a backup PG (albeit a good one who would fit on a deep playoff team) as the centerpiece would budge them off their commitment to Lamb at all. All the signs point to OKC really liking him. You'd have to include that Detroit pick and honestly right now they might still strike down that deal if they like what they see with Lamb's progress and development and potential. To get him paired with Kemba again, I think is a dream scenario because Kemba would stay in Charlotte. Give Kemba a scorer or he's going to get discouraged quickly in this offense. I think any overtures for Jeremy Lamb have to start with a serious bid. It would be MKG.

I've visited the OKC board, and while their high on him, they aren't nearly as high on him as you are. Some doubt he's even ready to be a 6 man. I'd love to have him, but not for MKG.

The organization's handling of, investment in and historical approach to Lamb vs. the fan sentiment are two entirely different things. I've clearly outlined the precedent they've set as an organization. Despite how fans feel, the organization has made a serious commitment to this guy.

While our organization has also made a significant commitment to MKG, even hiring a shooting coach who is basically just for him. Its probably a deal that neither team would want to do.