5 Trade Deadline Possibilities
Vince to LAC?There have already been a ton of moves made this season, but with tight races on both coasts, there’s room for more. SI’s Ian Thomsen throws five trade deadline possibilities out there, in order to turn possible contenders into real players, while securing the fate of others in the lottery.
1. G Vince Carter to the Clippers; C Chris Kaman and G Eric Gordon to the Nets
2. C-F Rasheed Wallace to the Hornets; C Tyson Chandler to the Pistons
3. C Brad Miller to the Cavaliers; G Eric Snow and F J.J. Hickson to the Kings
4. G-F Anthony Parker and F-C Nathan Jawai to the Bucks; G Charlie Bell and F Austin Croshere to the Raptors
5. F Joe Smith to the Nuggets; G Chucky Atkins and a first-round pick to the Thunder
Which of these deals makes the most sense, and why?
Source: SI
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December 29th, 2008 at 2:19 pm
haslem says:
#4 dosent really make sense
December 29th, 2008 at 2:23 pm
R.ELI says:
I thought Eric Snow was retired
December 29th, 2008 at 2:23 pm
dmitry of jersey says:
neither does #1. the nets are committed to brook lopez and only the clippers are dumb enough to have two pure centers who both deserve to start on the same roster.
December 29th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
Ross says:
None of them really make sense
December 29th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
GEE...Now yo party wasn't jumpin and yo dj was weak! says:
Gotta be more than those 5 on the horizon.
I like #1.
Houston might pull something out of their hat.
December 29th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
miamiVIS3 says:
only #3 and #5 rellay work for me
December 29th, 2008 at 2:30 pm
Mike C says:
If #3 goes down, then the Cavs leapfrog both Lakers and Celtics this season.
December 29th, 2008 at 2:31 pm
isotope says:
#1? I understand Devin needs a backup but Vince? He and Harris are the only ones who score on that squad.
#2 doesnt either. You cant expect Rasheed to play against centers (esp in the West). Except ure expecting him to back up David West.
#3? Brad Miller AND Z? They do the same things.
#4. I’m not sure who that’s supposed to help.
#5. this i can maybe see. But isnt foward the nuggets strongest position?
December 29th, 2008 at 2:36 pm
Kudabeen says:
I can see number 5 with a 2nd rounder, but I can’t see the rest happening…And I’d think Thunder can get a bit more for Joe Smith than Chucky…Thunder should be able to get a younger 2 guard with promise…
December 29th, 2008 at 2:40 pm
DJ Go Go Gomez says:
The Cavs should make that move. They should move Wally instead tho. They have enough shooters. Brad would be a perfect back-up for big Z because of their similar game. Plus he’s a better passer so the 2nd unit guys would get better shots. I also think he’s the perfect compliment for Andy V on for their 2nd team.
December 29th, 2008 at 2:48 pm
CitizenB says:
Someone take Marion…..please?!?! He’s stinking it up down here!!!
#6. Marion to OKC for cash and an ear of corn
December 29th, 2008 at 2:48 pm
isotope says:
Gee, too bad the Rockets can’t get rid of TMac now. Maybe they deal Landry and/or Chuck Hayes but I dont see much in return for that.
December 29th, 2008 at 2:48 pm
George W Kush Sr says:
Seriously, #3 and #5 make cents, but them other ones are need some explanation. Why trade away your only perimeter defender in Parker for a backup PG and Croshere? That would leave the Raps with 4 Point Guards, Calderon, Soloman, Ukic and Bell, wft?
December 29th, 2008 at 2:49 pm
George W Kush Sr says:
wtf, god dammit!
December 29th, 2008 at 2:49 pm
isotope says:
CitizenB, Marion for TMac?
December 29th, 2008 at 2:51 pm
L.S. says:
#5 makes sense for the Thunder… They need all the first-round picks they can get…
December 29th, 2008 at 3:12 pm
G says:
So is the Dime staff still on vacation? Pretty weak day in terms of articles.
December 29th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
Shogun says:
Eric Gordon and Chris Kaman for Kevin Love and Mike Miller.
December 29th, 2008 at 3:22 pm
banga says:
VINCE to LAC would be deadly..
Starting lineup would be
Baron
Vince
Al Thornton
Z-Bo
Camby
With Eric Gordon off the Bench.. I could see that work.. all they need to do is fire mike Donleavy Sr and They’re good to go
December 29th, 2008 at 3:28 pm
AB_40 says:
only no.5 makes sense and that won’t happen because he’ll get bought out and end up with the celtics… there I said it
December 29th, 2008 at 3:40 pm
control says:
banga
The Clips would still lose, it’s bred into their franchise.
December 29th, 2008 at 3:41 pm
the cynic says:
im going to trade my Mcdonalds’s chicken nuggets for wendy’s chicken nuggets; do you guys think that is a good trade possibility?
December 29th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
George W Kush Sr says:
@ the cynic ,
You should try the King’s Chicken Strips, or the Colonel’s Chicken Fries. Its like trading a guard for a lanky forward.
December 29th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
K Dizzle says:
@ post 19
no Gordon off the bench cuz he’s in Jersey in a trade for Vince
slow news day….
December 29th, 2008 at 3:51 pm
Jei says:
The trade deadline won’t be complete without MARK CUBAN and the MAVS!
December 29th, 2008 at 3:58 pm
Talented says:
Brad Miller to Cleveland. Gives them some what of another scoring threat in the paint
December 29th, 2008 at 4:21 pm
Pioneer says:
The Cavs wouldn’t trade Hickson in any deal that involved only Brad Miller. That rumor was thrown around by a Sacto columnist and promptly shot down by Cavs beat reporters. The Cleveland front office wouldn’t even consider it.
If Joe Smith gets bought out – not unlikely – he’ll end up in Cleveland again.
December 29th, 2008 at 4:47 pm
Phillyfanatic says:
I got to go with #3…the Cavs could use the extra post threat and with Miller’s expiring contract (I think) they’ll have some extra cash to make a move that will keep LBJ in Clevland. Miller could also give them a legitimate second unit as well. Snow is just collecting a paycheck and they could afford to off Hickson now.
December 29th, 2008 at 5:03 pm
rangerjohn says:
i say david lee of the knicks for j vaugn and ian mahinmi of the spurs
December 29th, 2008 at 5:39 pm
goonther says:
#3 would make me the happiest of cavs fans in the world – its only a matter of time before big ben goes down w/ some sort of back spasm injury again and we’ll need that backup come late season
December 29th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
UncheckedAggression says:
I can’t believe what I am seeing. You guys actually think Brad Miller is a decent player and he would make a team better? Seriously!? That guy is COMPLETELY WORTHLESS. The last thing the Cavs need is a pussy on the inside that refuses to play D. The Kings should have gotten rid of him when people thought he was good. Now people know and the Kings are stuck with him. The Cavs are committed to defense and there is no way they would be willing to play 4 on 5 on D just so they could have another guy to distribute sometimes and hit wide-open midrange jumpers on offense.
Luckily the Cavs organization isn’t as stupid as most fans.
December 29th, 2008 at 6:16 pm
Spliff 2 My Lou says:
The Magic should make a play for Brad Miller. I don’t know what they have to offer but the Magic need another low post presence.
December 29th, 2008 at 6:42 pm
D-NICE says:
all those trades are pretty shit especially the raptors – bucks scenario
December 29th, 2008 at 6:56 pm
added says:
none of those deals make sense?
December 29th, 2008 at 8:34 pm
Me says:
Why on Earth would the Nets trade Vince? He’s one of only two guys who can score. They will probably make the playoffs right now, but if they trade Vince, forget about it.
This sounds like bullshit. At least I hope so.
December 29th, 2008 at 11:59 pm
Mr. A says:
All 5 of these trades, the SI writer bullshitted BIG TIME. No basis in fact for any of them, if I had to fashion a guess.
Anyway, Hickson’s going to be boss in a few years, I would envision that he’s untouchable in any trade not involving CB4…
December 30th, 2008 at 5:16 am
t8mas says:
#2 is insulting.. sheed is a great player.. its unfair to have a one-on-one trade with chandler.
December 30th, 2008 at 6:19 am
My 2 Cents says:
Yeah why would the nets trade Carter, it would only make LAC a better team and it does nothing for the nets.
This is a stupid article, most of these trades do not make any sense!!!
December 30th, 2008 at 11:13 am
JCARR says:
Eric Snow? He’s an analyst in NBA TV.
Hickson for Miller makes sense. bring ben wallace of the bench.
Rasheed for Chandler makes sense. Rasheed is a true post presence while David West shoots from 15 feet. Chandler will hopefully resurrect his game in Detroooitt’ along with the D’
December 30th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
aj says:
houston has a rumor that “chuck, carl, and luther” to miami for “marion”
December 30th, 2008 at 6:57 pm
jimmy says:
#4 because bogut and jawaii are both aussie, = good chemistry
December 30th, 2008 at 9:38 pm
Kobeef says:
#1 – NO – The nets really don’t want or need Kaman who has a big contract and is always injured. Also, Vince is working out kind of well with Harris.
#2 – NO – Possibly the stupidest trade suggestion of the bunch. Chandler does exactly what the Hornets need him to do – rebound and block shots without expecting to see the plays called for him. Rasheed’s contract expries at the end of the season and I can’t think of why the hornets would give up and top 5 young center for Rasheed.
#3 – YES -Miller needs out of Sactown and Cleveland needs a real PF instead of Ben Wallace who is really a bench player at this point.
#4 – Who cares? Seems like a completely pointless trade.
#5 – NO – The thunder can get a lot more for Joe than Atkins who would be a third string PG (after Westbrook and Watson).
January 1st, 2009 at 10:28 pm
Isaiah says:
Houston to get Marion, another smallforward for two pfs who are a big part of the rotation is a terrrrible rumor.