Neil Olshey on Petros & Money

[mkwest]

Olshey Interview

It starts around the 33:00 mark.

- Not "actively" shopping Kaman.
- Basically said talks of Kaman for Iggy is dead.
- Plan to take BPA in draft rather than addressing need. SF will be addressed through FA or Trade.
- Looking at draft as unofficial trade deadline.
- Approx. $12.5M in cap space prior to re-signing DJ (depending on new salary cap/CBA)
- Mentions the value of the 2012 Minny Pick as one of the most valuable trade pieces in the league next season.
- Believes team (as currently constructed) is a .500 club without any additions. Wants to add player(s) to add about 7-10 wins on top of being a .500 team.
- Aminu may be nice complement down the road, but looking to bring in SF that will help win now..

Overall, nothing earth-shattering. It sounds like we'll be prepared to keep both Kaman and DJ at center, then filling the hole at SF through free-agency. It doesn't sound like we'll be throwing the Minny pick in a deal for an undeserving player.

[ClipperDomination]

He's always a great interviewee. He's also not afraid to speak the truth regarding rumors and what the organizations intentions are going forward. Good listen.

[scoobs07]

I have a feeling we still might try to get Atl involved i'n a three way trade to save them some money. Something like Clipps getting Granger and absorbing Marvin Williams deal and the Hawks getting Kaman and Bledsoe with Josh Smith going to Indiana.