Hornets Land Nets’ Nic Claxton In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Deal 

The Nets’ books are already messy. They’re about to get messier. This summer, Cam Johnson hits restricted free agency.

The Nets are seen as likely to match any offer he gets. Meanwhile, they’ve still got Ben Simmons’ albatross on their books. With that in mind, moving Claxton to clear space could be seen as counterintuitive.

He’s likely the most impactful player of the three. On the other hand, that’s exactly why Claxton is going to earn a massive contract in free agency. 

The Nets may not be able to afford him. If their front office shares that concern, this is a good return.

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Nic Claxton, Charlotte Hornets & Brooklyn Nets Updates 

Jones is a young player with plenty of potential, and by adding these two first-round picks, they’ll have one of the best collections of draft capital in the NBA. 

Even if it means making a difficult decision. 

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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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