Jazz make a trade at the deadline?

[gregbroncs]

So tough to know whether Hayward is leaving or not...


I wish he'd give us an indication either way so we know what to do & prepare for.

He'd be stupid to do that. As a fan I'd love to know what he is planning but he can't limit his options in any way. It's just smart business.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

NO for the super simple fact that there is great chemistry and why break that up.

The addition of Lou Williams probably isnt going to swing a playoff series, so I agree. He plays no defense and he is very streaky (awful so far in January).

If I'm trading for anyone, it's for some defense in the 2nd unit at a guard or wing position.

 

[Cappy_Smurf]

We may make a small deal if Hill doesn't sign an extension. We have cap space still and to not use that space to pick up a pick or another player would be another sign of the millers being cheap asses.

I'm going to remind you of this nonsense when the Millers are paying the LT.

 

[gregbroncs]

We may make a small deal if Hill doesn't sign an extension. We have cap space still and to not use that space to pick up a pick or another player would be another sign of the millers being cheap asses.

Using that cap space would be stupid if it effects the salary position next year. We need to sign Hill and Hayward, filling a little bit of space this year and jeopardizing that would be insane.

 

[Cappy_Smurf]

The Jazz offense would be a lot better adding Lou Williams and Swaggy P. What about for Burks, Exum, and Utah's best pick? Would people do that?

OMG YUCK! I just spewed in my mouth a little.

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[Cappy_Smurf]

We may make a small deal if Hill doesn't sign an extension. We have cap space still and to not use that space to pick up a pick or another player would be another sign of the millers being cheap asses.

Using that cap space would be stupid if it effects the salary position next year. We need to sign Hill and Hayward, filling a little bit of space this year and jeopardizing that would be insane.

We can go ever the cap to sign both those guys, so it wouldn't affect that. However, filling cap space just to fill it can be a big mistake down the line if a significant trade becomes available, and Utah isn't able to make it work because we don't have enough flexibility. That's a big reason why KOC for years always tried to leave a little room under the cap when it was feasible to do so.

Of course, then if no trades happen there will be a bunch of fans throwing a fit because our GM sat on his hands and didn't do anything, but it doesn't mean it was the wrong approach, even if that big trade doesn't come along. There's always an angle or two that fans overlook when they complain about stuff like that, and it's never as simple as they make it out to be.

 

[David Stern]

Here's the one trade I'd like to see: Shelvin Mack to Cleveland for two future 2nd round picks.

 

[fishonjazz]

I hope not unless it's for Anthony Davis or something.

 

[Jazz4ever]

I think there is a tiny chance a deal centered around Favors for McCollum happens.

 

[gregbroncs]

I think there is a tiny chance a deal centered around Favors for McCollum happens.

Not a chance.

 

[Stifle Tower]

The Jazz aren't trading Burks, he's our insurance against Hayward leaving. If Hayward leaves, they'll slide Hood down to the 3 and start Burks next season.

Agree. Besides, Burks has very low trade value right now. And only a few weeks to build some back. I'm not sure there's a deal out there for Utah to make.

 

[Coach Ellis]

I wouldn't mind a small trade towards the deadline. TBH, as long as they don't trade Gobert, Hayward, Hood, Hill or Lyles . . . I'm good with just about anything. Favors, Burks and Exum would need a better return for me to move on, and I'd prefer to keep Jingles and Mack as well. If they have to use Diaw or Johnson as salary filler to get an upgrade somewhere, then I'd be okay with that (although I'd prefer to keep both of them through this year unless it's a clear improvement and upgrade that can be acquired.)

This team is clicking and I hope they keep that going into the playoffs.

The one area that I might look to upgrade would be a defensive stopper at wing. They can move either Withey or Neto as a small asset and then appropriate pick(S) to match value. Top two that have been bandied about in the media are Tony Allen (vet who would add to the strong defensive culture) and Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (great defender with a broken shot.) I think that moving Withey and a pick (or two) for one of these two guys would be the best move.