Milwaukee Bucks Land Jordan Clarkson In Major Trade Scenario

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Why The Utah Jazz Do The Deal 

First-round picks are the currency of the modern NBA. If you’re a rebuilding team, generally speaking, you’ll prioritize them over any other asset. 

With that said, all picks are not created equally. This trade is a direct example of that. Should the Jazz really ship out Clarkson for a pick that’s lottery protected? 

Yes. Here’s the thing: Jordan Clarkson isn’t likely to yield an unprotected first-round pick in the first place. He’s an extremely talented player, but bouts of shooting inefficiency and poor defensive play limit his value.

Realistically, only an asset-poor contender is likely to bid for his services. 

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Enter the Milwaukee Bucks. They’re extremely low on draft capital and young players. They also have an incentive to improve. They’re protecting this pick against disaster, but it’s still likely to be the best asset the Jazz can realistically get for Clarkson. 

Can the Bucks, with such little draft capital, really afford to part with it? 

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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