Built Ford Tough Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 A lot of teams had a busy deadline, including some contenders like Boston and OKC. However, some of the top teams in the league who were expected to make a move or two before the deadline, such as the Bulls, Magic and Mavs, had a quiet deadline. Others who probably could've benefited from a move, such as Miami, just didn't have the pieces to get anything done. So which of these top teams in their respective conference do you think should've made a move at the deadline? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleveland's Finest Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 (edited) Orlando...they needed to get a big man. Whether it be a trade for Zach Randolph or find a quality backup center, they really needed more size. Boston got younger with Green and Powe, and the Hawks and Knicks changed up their teams. The Magic had to do something, because Arenas doesn't look like he'll provide much consistency as a go-to guy each night. The Lakers needed to make some kind of move to bolster its bench. The bench just isn't that good anymore. Vujacic and Farmar did provide stability that they don't really have now. Edited February 25, 2011 by Cleveland's Finest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newman Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 For the West: Lakers - The second unit just doesn't cut it anymore, sorry. For whatever reason, they have been way, way too inconsistent (excluding Odom) and someone need to come in and challenge someone else. For the East: Magic - I truly would have believed the Magic again as a Championship contender had they done the proposed Zach Randolph deal (for J-Rich and Bass) but without that, they lack a bit in rebounding and a bit in low post scoring. All the other teams, bar Dallas, only need a minor deal to improve relatively significantly and that could be achieved via FA so there's still that option for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JYD Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 West - Lakers...thought some fresh blood would've helped re-energize their CHAMP. aspirations. East - Bulls (didn't think any of the top East teams needed to, though) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch23 Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 West- Mavs, Spurs, and Lakers all should have made moves IMO. Mavs IMO needed to make another move to get a consistent scorer to replace Butler if he isnt coming back. Prince, Hamilton, or S-Jax was the dumped I was hearing. I honestly think once Barnes comes back LA will be fine, but I'm surprised they aren't looking harder for a PG. San Antonio might have the best record, but I still think they need to get another big. Timmy will be fine, Mcdyess is solid but undersized. Blair is super undersized, and Bonner might as well be a 6'4 shooting guard. His T-Rex arms make it difficult for him to do anything but shoot threes. Tiago has got a combination of injuries (that kept him out of training camp) and the rookie treatment from Pop so I don't see him having enough time to be effective this year. East- Bulls need an upgrade at SG. Bogans is trash and will be even worse come playoff time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Swish* Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 (edited) I think they should of push more for Z-bo so I'm going with Magic as for the West, I voted for the Lakers.. even though I knoow Artest wakes up in the second half of the season Edited February 25, 2011 by *Swish* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Check my Stats Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 Bulls should have definitely been the team to make a move. Unlike Orlando they didn't need a huge deal, they just needed a minor deal to get a wing. They failed and it could cost them in the playoffs, we'll see. Orlando doesn't really have the assets to make a move at this point, that team is kind of a cluster[expletive] right now. I don't think any top West team should have made a move, I would have said OKC if they stood pat but they didn't. Stephen Jackson isn't bringing the Mavs a title so what's the point, Spurs and LA are fine as is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macasero Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 love mitch for standing pat, but when you see those players like g-wall and mayo(close) being traded for basically nothing. You can't help but think that our lovely TE plus Ebanks or Caracter could snag some teams that are on fire sale because they're trying to save money. Just sucks, would love Mayo to be a laker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaFranchise03 Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 love mitch for standing pat, but when you see those players like g-wall and mayo(close) being traded for basically nothing. You can't help but think that our lovely TE plus Ebanks or Caracter could snag some teams that are on fire sale because they're trying to save money. Just sucks, would love Mayo to be a laker. Exactly. I think those 3 west teams should be in in a win now mode considering they have aging stars. Spurs could have used another big. Mavs might need someone to replace Butler. I think the Lakers will b alright but if you have a chance to upgrade why not. Really disappointed that the Bulls couldnt get a SG. Mainly because i wanted Asik rather than Thabeet but I also think it will hurt their chances in the playoff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch23 Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 (edited) love mitch for standing pat, but when you see those players like g-wall and mayo(close) being traded for basically nothing. You can't help but think that our lovely TE plus Ebanks or Caracter could snag some teams that are on fire sale because they're trying to save money. Just sucks, would love Mayo to be a laker. You can not trade both a TE and a player(s), im pretty sure it's not allowed. Edited February 26, 2011 by Finch23 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Penny Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 You can not trade both a TE and a player(s), im pretty sure it's not allowed.I'm sure Utah did during the offseason in the Al Jefferson trade? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Universe Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 I'm sure Utah did during the offseason in the Al Jefferson trade?The Timberwolves agreed to send Jefferson to the Jazz for two future first-round draft picks and center Kosta Koufos, the teams confirmed Tuesday. Utah used the traded player exception it got from Chicago in the Boozer deal to complete the transaction and give Minnesota even more salary cap flexibility going forward. http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=5376884 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macasero Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 (edited) You can not trade both a TE and a player(s), im pretty sure it's not allowed. they can use TE in a package, i've been using it on ESPN trade machine. Edited February 26, 2011 by Macasero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch23 Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 they can use TE in a package, i've been using it on ESPN trade machine. My statement isn't all false. I suggest reading more into the CBA to find out for yourself. Trade exceptions can be used paired with players to complete a single player trade. However you cant trade a TE plus a players salary to match the salary of the player you're trading for. For instance the Lakers have a 2.5 and a 1.9 million dollar exception. They can't use the 2.5 million plus Waltons contract for instance and acquire a player that makes 7 million a year. Or they can't combine TE either. (this is what I was thinking of when I responded). So the Lakers couldn't trade a TE plus caracter. straight up for Mayo. The Grizz would have to add another player to make salaries match unless Mayo makes 2.5 million a year or less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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