It’s important not to overreact. By the same token, at some point, you’ve got to react. In fact, real NBA teams need to make the same considerations.
If you play fantasy sports, you know exactly what we’re talking about. If you start your season out 0-2, you may be a victim of bad luck. If you start out 0-5, it’s probably time to offer that big trade.
By now, we’re at a point in the season where we have some idea of where teams stand. Trust us: the league’s general managers are well aware.
For example, the Chicago Bulls are likely concerned about their 9-11 start. On the other hand, the Washington Wizards may not be sure how to feel about their 11-10 record.
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They’re exceeding expectations, but they’re still in a place where they could justify either rebuilding or pushing forward.
Here’s a deal that has them choosing the latter route.