You take the better pick.Well, for argument’s sake, then you’re looking at:
Niko for Favors (expiring) and a top 15 protected pick.
Vs.
Niko + a second rounder for a 2-year salary dump and a top 5 protected pick from a team that was in the playoff picture.
In any case, I give up a 12-14 pick, then and now, and I’m not bitching about it, so I’m not certain why other people bitching about it would be relevant to your argument you’re having with someone who wouldn’t be bitching.
I also don't want to be the team that overpays Mirotic after his contract year where he finally decides to play well.