Knicks Land Blazers’ Damian Lillard In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The Portland Trail Blazers Do The Deal 

If avoiding the bottom of the standings is the objective, this deal has the Blazers covered. 

They’re not trading for a cache of draft capital and some unproven players here. Brunson is 26, and already a low-end star in this league. He’ll keep Portland afloat. 

Meanwhile, Barrett has been a little underwhelming in his career so far, but he’s still a productive player. He also has the potential to reach stardom over the next several seasons. 

Finally, the Blazers still get two unprotected first-rounders here.

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Damian Lillard, Portland Trail Blazers & New York Knicks Updates

This deal makes them younger and more future-focused without forcing them to the bottom of the league. 

What does it do for the Knicks? 

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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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