Some NBA trades are borne out of necessity. A player demands a trade, or maybe, he just clearly doesn’t fit on the current roster. In either event, they need a new home.
Other NBA trades are borne out of convenience. Neither team involved necessarily had to make the move they did, but they both benefit from it regardless.
On that note, the Sacramento Kings don’t need to trade Harrison Barnes this summer.
They’re squarely in win-now mode, and he’s a good player. He doesn’t make for any fit issues either.
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Similarly, the Dallas Mavericks don’t need to acquire him. They’ve got a strong roster, and they’re fresh off the heels of a Western Conference Finals appearance.
Regardless, either side could benefit from the following trade.