What kind of value could we get out of trading down to the #2?

by wepto on Jun 17, 2007 2:51 AM PDT

The general consensus, both here and elsewhere, seems to be that Oden is the clear cut #1. It's probably safe to assume that Seattle feels the same way (although their owner might like Durant because smaller more athletic players tend to be more marketable).

But, assuming that, one, the Blazers want Durant and two, that Seattle wants Oden, what could we get out of the deal?

Further, if you think Oden is the better choice, what would have to be added to make you pull the trigger?

The biggest problem, at least in my opinion, is that Seattle doesn't really have any players that we'd want (Allen is too old and Lewis is probably headed to Orlando); so it'd probably have to be (at least) a three team deal.

This deal is particularly intriguing if the Blazers decide that Durant is the better choice and could get an extra player out of it.

Also, it could get really complicated if we threw in Zach (who will still be a horrible defensive liability) or Jarret (and still sign Blake if we go after a C) into a larger trade. It could possibly be a way to get a player we couldn't get with Zach/JJ alone.

Oh, and this is my first post; I've been lurking for about a week or two; hello.

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i would want

l.ridenour*n.collison and the #2 pick.

pg-ridenour
sg-roy
smf-durant
pwf-aldridge
cen-pryzbilla

by fatty on Jun 17, 2007 7:35 AM PDT reply actions

which would get owned

Blake
Roy
Brewer
Lma
Oden

just my opinion on why Oden is the obvious best choice for pdx.

by usmcr3049 on Jun 17, 2007 9:20 AM PDT up reply actions

I like

your team better.

by timg56 on Jun 18, 2007 7:02 AM PDT up reply actions

Sounds good to me.

The Sonics would have to take on the 2yrs/24mil left on Raef's contract too though.

But do they want Oden THAT badly?

by JMblazerfan on Jun 17, 2007 1:09 PM PDT up reply actions

No value

Because it's NEVER going to freaking happen.

by Garces on Jun 17, 2007 11:04 AM PDT reply actions

Difficult

This scenario only works if the Blazers want Oden, but are sufficiently inticed by Seattle's offer to "settle" for Durant. If I had to guess, I would think Seattle would do just about anything to get Oden. The Sonics don't have an Aldridge, a Zach, or even a Joel, so we'd be able to command significant value in trade. Portland doesn't need more spare parts, so I'm not sure swapping current players gets it done.

Perhaps a sign and trade of Durant + Rashard for Oden + Raef + filler. Clay Bennett takes a $25M bath on this, so I'd say it's unlikely. If it came to pass, you could go small and fast by trading Zach for a PG, Roy at the 2, Durant 3, Lewis 4, Aldridge 5. Not comfortable with this lineup defensively, but the ball sure would go in the bucket.

Seattle could throw in up to 3 future first rounders, ala Penny for CWebb. I'd think this is the more likely scenario.

All told, it's a good discussion to have. It does mean that when David Stern calls Oden as the first pick, it's not 100% set in stone he'll be a Blazer.

by Engineering Problem on Jun 17, 2007 11:27 AM PDT reply actions

You'd have to get Pritchard's ego out of the way

first, as he has stated all along that he wants to make the choice and not wait for someone else's seconds.
That aside, if we were drafting Durant even though it seems like we'd want to keep Zach, we'd rather have the ball in Durant or Roy's hands.
So the trade might look something like Chris Wilcox, Damion Wilkins, Robert Swift, and the #2 for Zach and the #1. Obviously with 3 guys coming in and 1 guy going out you'd have to move someone or not re-sign Travis and Ime. I think I'd have to get a 3rd team (Eastern Conference) involved.

by Blazerholic on Jun 17, 2007 12:32 PM PDT reply actions

Actually

I think this is quite likely if Durant turns out to be our guy. It seems pretty Pritchard-esque to wring some value out of that. Probably the return would be in picks...second round and/or future.

--Dave

by Dave on Jun 17, 2007 5:45 PM PDT reply actions

I

could see getting a number 2 and a future protected 1. we really dont need any more guys on our roster to be honest. i dont see ridenour and his contract being that much better then having jack or blake if we go that direction.

by blackterritory on Jun 19, 2007 12:42 AM PDT reply actions