Cavs Offer Celtics Two 2nds for Pierce

[jonathanlambert33]

The Cavs have likely spoken to the Celtics about small forward Paul Pierce’s availability. The latest rumor is the Cavs offering their two second-round picks for the 35-year-old Pierce. Pierce’s $15.3 million contract for next year would become guaranteed if he’s dealt.

 
http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/06/23/report-cavaliers-offer-celtics-two-second-round-picks-for-pierce/
 

 

[Pugz]

i really don't think its insulting and he should know it's more of a business move. but i dont think he helps the cavs that much to make this move, id still try for it regardless.

 

[dez]

The idea isn't insulting but I think the offer is..

If I were the Celtics a 1st would be the least I'd take for him..

 

[elcheato]

The most they'd get is a first in the mid 20s in a weaker than usual draft class, and that guy would be on a guaranteed contract for 2 years. 31 and 33 are at the top of the 2nd, they could still get a couple of guys they want, no guaranteed money.

 

[bosoxlover12]

Yeah I'd trade Paul for #19, not two 2nds


Also, idk why Cleveland would rather do two 2nds for Pierce when Dallas is offering Shawn Marion and #13 for #19


You literally move up 6 spots to take on an expiring who is an upgrade over Gee

 

[elcheato]

We aren't gonna give up 19 for Pierce, that won't happen.

And taking on 10 mill to move up 6 spots isn't worth it. Takes away cap flexibility for possible mid season trades

 

[bosoxlover12]

We aren't gonna give up 19 for Pierce, that won't happen.

And taking on 10 mill to move up 6 spots isn't worth it. Takes away cap flexibility for possible mid season trades

thats a joke (the 2nd part, I know Pierce isn't going for 19)

An expiring contract isn't hard to move at the deadline at all

 

[elcheato]

Yes but teams would rather trade into cap for a trade exception than an expiring.

Not worth it to lose flexibility in my book

 

[Pugz]

tell dumars and maggette that lol