Ya boy Niko should be available. Read somewhere about Bledsoe extension could allow Milwaukee to drop below the cap to re-sign Lopez while maintaining Brogdon and Middleton cap holds. He is a most cost effective piece for them... I assume they would have to waive Niko's cap hold. I think he is the odd man out. Getting him at 15-20M is better than Love with his deal... I think we have a solid plan b now. If Malcolm signs a big offer sheet before they do their other business it could through the timing off to keep Lopez, but with restricted offers coming after moratorium they should be fine.
If we are willing to pay market rate I think we are the leader in the clubhouse for Niko... I don't see a ton of suitors in his price range. I know you are dubious, but that is how I see it playing out absent any big injuries or changes.