Charlotte Hornets Land Jakob Poeltl In Major Trade Scenario

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Why The San Antonio Spurs Do The Deal 

When a rebuilding team trades a quality player for a first-round pick, it has a two-pronged effect. 

First, there’s an obvious effect – they get a first-round pick. In this instance, the Spurs get Denver’s 2023 selection. In all likelihood, it will land well outside the lottery. Still, any opportunity for a rebuilding club to nab a draft day steal is an opportunity worth taking. 

With that said, the second effect is perhaps more significant. The team maximizes its own lottery odds. Jakob Poeltl is quite good, and that’s a problem for the Spurs. 

After all, if having an elite rim protector who can survive in space results in them winning 28 games instead of 23 this year, they’ve wasted their season. Suddenly, they’d be in a position where their odds of landing within the top 3 were far too slim.

LATEST NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Jakob Poeltl, San Antonio Spurs & Charlotte Hornets Updates

In a draft headlined by Victor Wembenyama and Scoot Henderson, the Spurs shouldn’t take half-measures with their tank job. It’s imperative that they find Poeltl a new home before long. 

Is Charlotte the right home for him? 

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James Piercey

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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