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sports3 years ago•5 min saved

"Warriors' GM discusses draft-day trades and future of key players"

With the NBA Draft approaching, the Golden State Warriors are exploring bold trade possibilities to improve their roster. One potential trade involves acquiring the Pacers' first-round pick (No. 7) in exchange for Jonathan Kuminga (No. 19). Another trade possibility involves acquiring Chris Paul from the Wizards in exchange for Jordan Poole. The most ambitious trade scenario involves acquiring Zion Williamson from the Pelicans in exchange for Gordon Hayward (or Terry Rozier), the Hornets' first-round pick (No. 2), and a Warriors 2026 first-round pick.

via The Mercury News|

#chris-paul #draft-day-trades #golden-state-warriors

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

"Buffalo Bills: Draft Day Trades, Rookie Expectations, and Defensive Starters Predicted"

Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane revealed on a podcast how he convinced Jacksonville Jaguars GM Trent Baalke to agree to a trade during the 2023 NFL Draft. Baalke was worried about the Bills taking the player they were targeting, leading to a game of "Clue" to narrow it down. The Bills eventually got their player, Utah TE Dalton Kincaid, at #25 while the Jaguars still got their target, Oklahoma OT Anton Harrison, two picks later. Beane's story offers a humorous look at how draft-day trades can be made.

via Steelers Depot|

#brandon-beane #buffalo-bills #draft-day-trades

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Lions GM Brad Holmes Makes Bold Moves in NFL Draft.

Detroit Lions' general manager Brad Holmes made four trades on Day 2 of the 2023 NFL Draft, showing newfound confidence in his role. Holmes admitted to feeling more comfortable making trades this year and credited his staff for their help. The Lions used their extra draft capital to add value to their draft class and address their needs, including adding DT Brodric Martin. Despite having only two picks remaining on Day 3, Holmes is not afraid to keep the phones active.

via Pride Of Detroit|

#brad-holmes #day-2 #detroit-lions

sports3 years ago•6 min saved

"Seahawks' Draft Strategy: Trade or Stick with Top Pick?"

PFF's recent article, '5 NFL defensive players who could be traded during the draft', offers a handful of players to keep an eye on, including Budda Baker, Devin White, Za'Darius Smith, Emmanuel Ogbah, and Chase Young. While some of these players may be attractive trade pieces, their contracts and injury history may make them unattainable for the Seattle Seahawks. However, Ogbah could be an interesting option if the Dolphins were willing to pay roughly 2/3rds of his 2023 salary and were reasonable in their trade demands.

via Field Gulls|

#chase-young #draft-day-trades #emmanuel-ogbah