NBA Rumors: The Portland Trail Blazers continue to be the center of attention in the NBA, this time due to their interest in trading guard Malcolm Brogdon. The move comes shortly after the departure of Damian Lillard in a deal that brought Jrue Holiday and draft picks to the Rose City. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, several teams have already expressed interest in the versatile guard.
The Background
The Portland Trail Blazers’ move saga began when they traded Damian Lillard to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Jrue Holiday and draft picks. However, it wasn’t long before Holiday was dealt to the Boston Celtics in exchange for Malcolm Brogdon, Robert Williams III and two first-round draft picks. This series of deals has left Brogdon a valuable asset in the Blazers’ hands.
Malcolm Brogdon’s Impact on Boston
In his short stay with the Boston Celtics, Brogdon proved to be a valuable addition to the team. Despite being acquired primarily for financial reasons, his ability to adapt to the Celtics’ style of play made him an efficient off-ball specialist. Brogdon shot an impressive 44.4 percent from three-point range during his season in Boston, making him a threat from the perimeter.
However, his injury history has affected his trade value. Last season, he played in 67 games, his most since his rookie season. This uncertainty regarding his health could influence the offers the Blazers receive for him.
What are the Blazers looking for in a possible Brogdon trade?
The Blazers appear interested in adding to their collection of first-round picks and acquiring expiring contracts to gain salary cap flexibility. So far, they have failed to create cap space for the 2024-25 season, as all of the players acquired are on multi-year contracts. The possibility of trading Brogdon and his two-year, $45 million contract could be the first step toward creating that flexibility.
Teams Interested in Malcolm Brogdon
Several teams have shown interest in Brogdon, and here are some of the most notable candidates:
Los Angeles Clippers: The Clippers have been searching for a new lead guard for some time. Although a previous deal for Brogdon fell through due to concerns over an elbow injury, they may be willing to reconsider their interest now that the player has recovered.
Chicago Bulls: The Bulls are looking to improve their playmaking and could be willing to part with Lonzo Ball’s contract for Brogdon, which would provide a younger player at the shooting guard position.
Toronto Raptors: The Raptors have also been looking for a shooting guard to complement Fred VanVleet, and could trade for Brogdon without giving up key players due to his lower salary.
Minnesota Timberwolves: The Timberwolves could be interested in rejuvenating their roster and looking for a combination of second-round picks to acquire Brogdon.
Miami Heat: The Heat could be interested in trading Kyle Lowry and draft picks for Brogdon to get a younger upgrade at shooting guard and reduce their tax bill.
Houston Rockets: The Rockets are looking to strengthen their roster and could offer Kevin Porter Jr. along with second-round picks to acquire Brogdon.
As the Blazers explore options for the transfer of Malcolm Brogdon, the NBA League will be attentive to possible offers and moves that may arise in the coming weeks. The talented guard’s future is at stake, and his fate could change significantly before the start of the regular season.
2023-10-02 10:22:07
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