[M-DYMESParticipant]

I usually am so opposed to people posting these things, but I finally decided to give it a whirl.

Not gonna say its great by any means, but it is something to consider if Dwight accepted a longterm deal in Philly.

http://games.espn.go.com/nba/tradeMachine?tradeId=3cq746p

[apb540Participant]

And the Magic can have the Sixers first round pick for as many years as they would like. 

[apb540Participant]

And the Magic can have the Sixers first round pick for as many years as they would like. 

[apb540Participant]

And the Magic can have the Sixers first round pick for as many years as they would like. 

[Lotto StudParticipant]

I like the deal especially for Jrue Holiday’s career to very much well blossom off of this.

M-DYMES I SPONSOR THIS ADD!

[Lotto StudParticipant]

I like the deal especially for Jrue Holiday’s career to very much well blossom off of this.

M-DYMES I SPONSOR THIS ADD!

[Lotto StudParticipant]

I like the deal especially for Jrue Holiday’s career to very much well blossom off of this.

M-DYMES I SPONSOR THIS ADD!

[llperez]

if im orlando and im losing dwight, im probably just gonna try and blow it up and focus on getting salary relief/young pieces in return. This trade does make them a little younger but they wouldnt get any financial relief and i doubt they would be any better as a team. Not a bad trade, but probably not the directin i would ideally head if im orlando losing my franchsie talent. I would try and get jrue holiday and start from there if im the magic.

[llperez]

if im orlando and im losing dwight, im probably just gonna try and blow it up and focus on getting salary relief/young pieces in return. This trade does make them a little younger but they wouldnt get any financial relief and i doubt they would be any better as a team. Not a bad trade, but probably not the directin i would ideally head if im orlando losing my franchsie talent. I would try and get jrue holiday and start from there if im the magic.

[llperez]

if im orlando and im losing dwight, im probably just gonna try and blow it up and focus on getting salary relief/young pieces in return. This trade does make them a little younger but they wouldnt get any financial relief and i doubt they would be any better as a team. Not a bad trade, but probably not the directin i would ideally head if im orlando losing my franchsie talent. I would try and get jrue holiday and start from there if im the magic.

[HitsterParticipant]

That is not a bad idea, just thinking what Philly will be left with Turner, Holliday etc to support Superman then it’s not too bad and Orlando lose Agent Zero’s contract. I’d just feel that Orlando would perhaps want Turner as part of the deal unless they would be hapy just to move Arenas’s huge deal if they might fear losing Howard.

[HitsterParticipant]

That is not a bad idea, just thinking what Philly will be left with Turner, Holliday etc to support Superman then it’s not too bad and Orlando lose Agent Zero’s contract. I’d just feel that Orlando would perhaps want Turner as part of the deal unless they would be hapy just to move Arenas’s huge deal if they might fear losing Howard.

[HitsterParticipant]

That is not a bad idea, just thinking what Philly will be left with Turner, Holliday etc to support Superman then it’s not too bad and Orlando lose Agent Zero’s contract. I’d just feel that Orlando would perhaps want Turner as part of the deal unless they would be hapy just to move Arenas’s huge deal if they might fear losing Howard.

[WinterSoldierParticipant]

the deal would have to be centered around Turner and Holiday IMO for the magic to consider it, Howard is not only a franchise player but also a top 5 player and the top big man by a huge margin, a team is not willing to give that up unless there given a lot to rebuild with.

[WinterSoldierParticipant]

the deal would have to be centered around Turner and Holiday IMO for the magic to consider it, Howard is not only a franchise player but also a top 5 player and the top big man by a huge margin, a team is not willing to give that up unless there given a lot to rebuild with.

[WinterSoldierParticipant]

the deal would have to be centered around Turner and Holiday IMO for the magic to consider it, Howard is not only a franchise player but also a top 5 player and the top big man by a huge margin, a team is not willing to give that up unless there given a lot to rebuild with.

[simonkildayParticipant]

I completely disagree with this trade, it makes sense for neither team, as Howard is not going to a contender as he likes, nor is Orlando receiving equal value for shipping away their superstar.  The trade I am about to propose may not show up on the ESPN trade machine, nor will it pick up much steam with the media, but if you think about it it is a completely sensical trade for both teams; LeBron James for Dwight Howard.  I will break down both ends of it to the best of my ability.

Miami: The Heat currently have a logjam in the ball-dominating perimeter scoring department, and a scarcity of a true interior presence offensively or defensively.  LeBron and D-Wade did an admirable job last year of avoiding an alpha-dog battle that could’ve caused a division within the locker room, and both were happy deferring to each other and relishing in each other’s successes.  However, they really didn’t display any type of real chemistry playing together or working as a tandem; they simply just took turns facilitating the offense depending on who was hot at the moment.  With Howard on board and James gone, Miami will have a much more balanced offensive attack with a dynamic wing scorer (Wade), a finesse 4-man (Bosh), and Howard, whose low-post game took a big step forward last year.  They will be more susceptible to penetration with defensive stalwart LeBron having departed, but the presence of 3-time Defensive Player of the Year Howard on that end should alleviate some of that damage.   If Mario Chalmers can build off the success he had in the Finals last year, then he will be a more than serviceable point guard as long as he knows his role on the team and doesn’t try to overstep his boundaries.  With this blueprint, going forward Miami will still be an annual contender.

Orlando: What the Cleveland Cavaliers proved was that by having LeBron James on your team with even a mediocre supporting cast, you still have a shot at 60 wins and a deep postseason run.  James impacts the game in more areas than any other player; he is a dominant scorer, a phenomenal playmaker, and the most versatile shutdown defender maybe in league history.  The mistake that the Cavs made was they tried to surround him with too many spot up shooters (Mo Williams, Damon Jones, Anthony Parker, Szcerbiak etc.) who often did not hit shots when called upon in the playoffs.  If Orlando can supply James with a more versatile support group (perimeter defenders, interior scorers), than they too will be contenders.  James is probably the only player in the League who can lead a team to a title as the sole all-star on the roster.  The key will be for him to do two things; one is to shore up his offensive game, refining his ballhandling and shooting while developing a killer post game. But the most important thing for LeBron is the restoration of his confidence and swagger after it mysteriously disappeared in the Finals last year.  All his basketball life, LeBron has been the main attraction; he seemed at times uncomfortable sharing that role with his buddy Wade.  My belief is that the best way to utilize LeBron is to unleash him, give him full control of the offense, and more often than not he will make good things happen.  In a scenario where he is traded to Orlando, he finds himself in a more familiar situation, and hopefully for him and his team, he can translate it into a championship.

[simonkildayParticipant]

I completely disagree with this trade, it makes sense for neither team, as Howard is not going to a contender as he likes, nor is Orlando receiving equal value for shipping away their superstar.  The trade I am about to propose may not show up on the ESPN trade machine, nor will it pick up much steam with the media, but if you think about it it is a completely sensical trade for both teams; LeBron James for Dwight Howard.  I will break down both ends of it to the best of my ability.

Miami: The Heat currently have a logjam in the ball-dominating perimeter scoring department, and a scarcity of a true interior presence offensively or defensively.  LeBron and D-Wade did an admirable job last year of avoiding an alpha-dog battle that could’ve caused a division within the locker room, and both were happy deferring to each other and relishing in each other’s successes.  However, they really didn’t display any type of real chemistry playing together or working as a tandem; they simply just took turns facilitating the offense depending on who was hot at the moment.  With Howard on board and James gone, Miami will have a much more balanced offensive attack with a dynamic wing scorer (Wade), a finesse 4-man (Bosh), and Howard, whose low-post game took a big step forward last year.  They will be more susceptible to penetration with defensive stalwart LeBron having departed, but the presence of 3-time Defensive Player of the Year Howard on that end should alleviate some of that damage.   If Mario Chalmers can build off the success he had in the Finals last year, then he will be a more than serviceable point guard as long as he knows his role on the team and doesn’t try to overstep his boundaries.  With this blueprint, going forward Miami will still be an annual contender.

Orlando: What the Cleveland Cavaliers proved was that by having LeBron James on your team with even a mediocre supporting cast, you still have a shot at 60 wins and a deep postseason run.  James impacts the game in more areas than any other player; he is a dominant scorer, a phenomenal playmaker, and the most versatile shutdown defender maybe in league history.  The mistake that the Cavs made was they tried to surround him with too many spot up shooters (Mo Williams, Damon Jones, Anthony Parker, Szcerbiak etc.) who often did not hit shots when called upon in the playoffs.  If Orlando can supply James with a more versatile support group (perimeter defenders, interior scorers), than they too will be contenders.  James is probably the only player in the League who can lead a team to a title as the sole all-star on the roster.  The key will be for him to do two things; one is to shore up his offensive game, refining his ballhandling and shooting while developing a killer post game. But the most important thing for LeBron is the restoration of his confidence and swagger after it mysteriously disappeared in the Finals last year.  All his basketball life, LeBron has been the main attraction; he seemed at times uncomfortable sharing that role with his buddy Wade.  My belief is that the best way to utilize LeBron is to unleash him, give him full control of the offense, and more often than not he will make good things happen.  In a scenario where he is traded to Orlando, he finds himself in a more familiar situation, and hopefully for him and his team, he can translate it into a championship.

[simonkildayParticipant]

I completely disagree with this trade, it makes sense for neither team, as Howard is not going to a contender as he likes, nor is Orlando receiving equal value for shipping away their superstar.  The trade I am about to propose may not show up on the ESPN trade machine, nor will it pick up much steam with the media, but if you think about it it is a completely sensical trade for both teams; LeBron James for Dwight Howard.  I will break down both ends of it to the best of my ability.

Miami: The Heat currently have a logjam in the ball-dominating perimeter scoring department, and a scarcity of a true interior presence offensively or defensively.  LeBron and D-Wade did an admirable job last year of avoiding an alpha-dog battle that could’ve caused a division within the locker room, and both were happy deferring to each other and relishing in each other’s successes.  However, they really didn’t display any type of real chemistry playing together or working as a tandem; they simply just took turns facilitating the offense depending on who was hot at the moment.  With Howard on board and James gone, Miami will have a much more balanced offensive attack with a dynamic wing scorer (Wade), a finesse 4-man (Bosh), and Howard, whose low-post game took a big step forward last year.  They will be more susceptible to penetration with defensive stalwart LeBron having departed, but the presence of 3-time Defensive Player of the Year Howard on that end should alleviate some of that damage.   If Mario Chalmers can build off the success he had in the Finals last year, then he will be a more than serviceable point guard as long as he knows his role on the team and doesn’t try to overstep his boundaries.  With this blueprint, going forward Miami will still be an annual contender.

Orlando: What the Cleveland Cavaliers proved was that by having LeBron James on your team with even a mediocre supporting cast, you still have a shot at 60 wins and a deep postseason run.  James impacts the game in more areas than any other player; he is a dominant scorer, a phenomenal playmaker, and the most versatile shutdown defender maybe in league history.  The mistake that the Cavs made was they tried to surround him with too many spot up shooters (Mo Williams, Damon Jones, Anthony Parker, Szcerbiak etc.) who often did not hit shots when called upon in the playoffs.  If Orlando can supply James with a more versatile support group (perimeter defenders, interior scorers), than they too will be contenders.  James is probably the only player in the League who can lead a team to a title as the sole all-star on the roster.  The key will be for him to do two things; one is to shore up his offensive game, refining his ballhandling and shooting while developing a killer post game. But the most important thing for LeBron is the restoration of his confidence and swagger after it mysteriously disappeared in the Finals last year.  All his basketball life, LeBron has been the main attraction; he seemed at times uncomfortable sharing that role with his buddy Wade.  My belief is that the best way to utilize LeBron is to unleash him, give him full control of the offense, and more often than not he will make good things happen.  In a scenario where he is traded to Orlando, he finds himself in a more familiar situation, and hopefully for him and his team, he can translate it into a championship.

[I May Be WrongParticipant]

 LeBron for Dwight ONLY benefits the Heat. The Magic may have the best player in the league but when you play a lineup of Jameer, Redick or Q-Rich, LeBron, Bass or Justin Harper, and either Ryan Anderson/Daniel Orton (oh god) … then you will have a hard time defending and LeBron will be frustrated again like his time with the Cavs. Gilbert and Hedo’s horrible contracts plus Redick and Jameer’s $7 million each year make it is near impossible for the Magic to find pieces to be a legit contender. I do agree with you that LeBron can carry his team far when given the ball in his hands at all times but he will be worn down so fast from carrying that Magic squad night in and out

[I May Be WrongParticipant]

 LeBron for Dwight ONLY benefits the Heat. The Magic may have the best player in the league but when you play a lineup of Jameer, Redick or Q-Rich, LeBron, Bass or Justin Harper, and either Ryan Anderson/Daniel Orton (oh god) … then you will have a hard time defending and LeBron will be frustrated again like his time with the Cavs. Gilbert and Hedo’s horrible contracts plus Redick and Jameer’s $7 million each year make it is near impossible for the Magic to find pieces to be a legit contender. I do agree with you that LeBron can carry his team far when given the ball in his hands at all times but he will be worn down so fast from carrying that Magic squad night in and out

[I May Be WrongParticipant]

 LeBron for Dwight ONLY benefits the Heat. The Magic may have the best player in the league but when you play a lineup of Jameer, Redick or Q-Rich, LeBron, Bass or Justin Harper, and either Ryan Anderson/Daniel Orton (oh god) … then you will have a hard time defending and LeBron will be frustrated again like his time with the Cavs. Gilbert and Hedo’s horrible contracts plus Redick and Jameer’s $7 million each year make it is near impossible for the Magic to find pieces to be a legit contender. I do agree with you that LeBron can carry his team far when given the ball in his hands at all times but he will be worn down so fast from carrying that Magic squad night in and out

[llperez]

if the magic are gonna lose dwight, then it absolutely benefits them to get lebron james in return. I mean isnt that the point of any dwight howard trade topic, that the magic would be losing him regardless and they want to get as much in return as possible?

ANd iactually dont think the heat do it. i bet riley feels like he owes lebron and wade for taking pay cuts to join together and he wont dismantle it. Plus if the heat do trade lebron and then dont win, riley will be forever buried by fans and media for breaking up a potential dynasty who made the finals in their first ever season together. I mean even if dwight brought one ring, people will question if lebron could have brought more

[llperez]

if the magic are gonna lose dwight, then it absolutely benefits them to get lebron james in return. I mean isnt that the point of any dwight howard trade topic, that the magic would be losing him regardless and they want to get as much in return as possible?

ANd iactually dont think the heat do it. i bet riley feels like he owes lebron and wade for taking pay cuts to join together and he wont dismantle it. Plus if the heat do trade lebron and then dont win, riley will be forever buried by fans and media for breaking up a potential dynasty who made the finals in their first ever season together. I mean even if dwight brought one ring, people will question if lebron could have brought more

[llperez]

if the magic are gonna lose dwight, then it absolutely benefits them to get lebron james in return. I mean isnt that the point of any dwight howard trade topic, that the magic would be losing him regardless and they want to get as much in return as possible?

ANd iactually dont think the heat do it. i bet riley feels like he owes lebron and wade for taking pay cuts to join together and he wont dismantle it. Plus if the heat do trade lebron and then dont win, riley will be forever buried by fans and media for breaking up a potential dynasty who made the finals in their first ever season together. I mean even if dwight brought one ring, people will question if lebron could have brought more

[iguapops420Participant]

 A Dwight LBJ trade is just unreal to me personally. Riley isn’t going to get rid of LBJ, and Dwight has already said he has NO desire to join up with the Heat. 

As for M-Dymes deal, I’m also not a fan of this either as I really just don’t see Dwight joining up with Philly given that they really may or may not be good enough to trudge forward as legit contenders. If you’re I’m Philly I’d want to keep Iggy to play with Dwight, and if I’m Orlando, I’d probably want youth as already suggested along with picks. Holiday, Young, Turner, Hawes and picks. Nothing less IMO. You’re talking a SUPERSTAR. You get absolutely the best for him IMO, unless you grant his wish to a certain team for less than he’s worth such as LAL or NYK, but stil get All-Star quality youth, just grant him his wish for all the work he has done for you. 

[iguapops420Participant]

 A Dwight LBJ trade is just unreal to me personally. Riley isn’t going to get rid of LBJ, and Dwight has already said he has NO desire to join up with the Heat. 

As for M-Dymes deal, I’m also not a fan of this either as I really just don’t see Dwight joining up with Philly given that they really may or may not be good enough to trudge forward as legit contenders. If you’re I’m Philly I’d want to keep Iggy to play with Dwight, and if I’m Orlando, I’d probably want youth as already suggested along with picks. Holiday, Young, Turner, Hawes and picks. Nothing less IMO. You’re talking a SUPERSTAR. You get absolutely the best for him IMO, unless you grant his wish to a certain team for less than he’s worth such as LAL or NYK, but stil get All-Star quality youth, just grant him his wish for all the work he has done for you. 

[iguapops420Participant]

 A Dwight LBJ trade is just unreal to me personally. Riley isn’t going to get rid of LBJ, and Dwight has already said he has NO desire to join up with the Heat. 

As for M-Dymes deal, I’m also not a fan of this either as I really just don’t see Dwight joining up with Philly given that they really may or may not be good enough to trudge forward as legit contenders. If you’re I’m Philly I’d want to keep Iggy to play with Dwight, and if I’m Orlando, I’d probably want youth as already suggested along with picks. Holiday, Young, Turner, Hawes and picks. Nothing less IMO. You’re talking a SUPERSTAR. You get absolutely the best for him IMO, unless you grant his wish to a certain team for less than he’s worth such as LAL or NYK, but stil get All-Star quality youth, just grant him his wish for all the work he has done for you. 

[mikeyvthedonParticipant]

Dude, you are pushing it, big time. I see very little reason for Orlando to do that deal, even getting rid of Gilbert’s huge contract. They can do better. 

[mikeyvthedonParticipant]

Dude, you are pushing it, big time. I see very little reason for Orlando to do that deal, even getting rid of Gilbert’s huge contract. They can do better. 

[mikeyvthedonParticipant]

Dude, you are pushing it, big time. I see very little reason for Orlando to do that deal, even getting rid of Gilbert’s huge contract. They can do better. 

[simonkildayParticipant]

 I may be based, you make a good point that LeBron doesn’t necessarily fit into that team.  Gilbert and Hedo’s contracts greatly hinder their roster flexibility, and Otis Smith’s back is to the wall because he got rid of his two best perimeter defenders (Barnes and Pietrus) and got two overpaid washed up veterans with no defensive ability.  But LeBron has three more years guaranteed on his contract, plus two more option years.  Trading Dwight for him is the only way to ensure that they even get close to equal value for him, because realistically Dwight is probably gonna walk at the end of this year.  And if he is traded to a contender like the Heat, he will most likely sign an extension a la Melo.  Jameer takes some of the play-making pressure off LeBron, and if they can find a way to add a low post scorer they could be in pretty good shape.  Even with their current roster plus LeBron minus Howard, I still think they are better off.  But obviously this is all hypothetical.  I’m smart enough to realize that this trade will never happen because of egos; Riley’s refusal to dismantle his masterpiece that he put together, and Howard despises the Heat so much that he’d likely never agree to play there.  But strictly basketball wise, I still think this trade benefits both teams.

[simonkildayParticipant]

 I may be based, you make a good point that LeBron doesn’t necessarily fit into that team.  Gilbert and Hedo’s contracts greatly hinder their roster flexibility, and Otis Smith’s back is to the wall because he got rid of his two best perimeter defenders (Barnes and Pietrus) and got two overpaid washed up veterans with no defensive ability.  But LeBron has three more years guaranteed on his contract, plus two more option years.  Trading Dwight for him is the only way to ensure that they even get close to equal value for him, because realistically Dwight is probably gonna walk at the end of this year.  And if he is traded to a contender like the Heat, he will most likely sign an extension a la Melo.  Jameer takes some of the play-making pressure off LeBron, and if they can find a way to add a low post scorer they could be in pretty good shape.  Even with their current roster plus LeBron minus Howard, I still think they are better off.  But obviously this is all hypothetical.  I’m smart enough to realize that this trade will never happen because of egos; Riley’s refusal to dismantle his masterpiece that he put together, and Howard despises the Heat so much that he’d likely never agree to play there.  But strictly basketball wise, I still think this trade benefits both teams.

[simonkildayParticipant]

 I may be based, you make a good point that LeBron doesn’t necessarily fit into that team.  Gilbert and Hedo’s contracts greatly hinder their roster flexibility, and Otis Smith’s back is to the wall because he got rid of his two best perimeter defenders (Barnes and Pietrus) and got two overpaid washed up veterans with no defensive ability.  But LeBron has three more years guaranteed on his contract, plus two more option years.  Trading Dwight for him is the only way to ensure that they even get close to equal value for him, because realistically Dwight is probably gonna walk at the end of this year.  And if he is traded to a contender like the Heat, he will most likely sign an extension a la Melo.  Jameer takes some of the play-making pressure off LeBron, and if they can find a way to add a low post scorer they could be in pretty good shape.  Even with their current roster plus LeBron minus Howard, I still think they are better off.  But obviously this is all hypothetical.  I’m smart enough to realize that this trade will never happen because of egos; Riley’s refusal to dismantle his masterpiece that he put together, and Howard despises the Heat so much that he’d likely never agree to play there.  But strictly basketball wise, I still think this trade benefits both teams.

[doubledribblerParticipant]

I can understand the point of Orlando wanting to get rid of contracts. They may have the biggest collection of bad contracts in the league and I would not think anything about it if they were package Dwight with as many of those as possible, but if I’m trading my game changing center and one horrible contract, I’m not sure I would want to take back two bad contracts and a backup center and point guard that probably aren’t going to be of much use to me. At least get back somebody young that can play or get to dump another bad contract on you if possible.

[doubledribblerParticipant]

I can understand the point of Orlando wanting to get rid of contracts. They may have the biggest collection of bad contracts in the league and I would not think anything about it if they were package Dwight with as many of those as possible, but if I’m trading my game changing center and one horrible contract, I’m not sure I would want to take back two bad contracts and a backup center and point guard that probably aren’t going to be of much use to me. At least get back somebody young that can play or get to dump another bad contract on you if possible.

[doubledribblerParticipant]

I can understand the point of Orlando wanting to get rid of contracts. They may have the biggest collection of bad contracts in the league and I would not think anything about it if they were package Dwight with as many of those as possible, but if I’m trading my game changing center and one horrible contract, I’m not sure I would want to take back two bad contracts and a backup center and point guard that probably aren’t going to be of much use to me. At least get back somebody young that can play or get to dump another bad contract on you if possible.

[HitsterParticipant]

Teams will not give up the earth to get Dwight if they know he might move on. You may see the real contenders try to play their hand in order to get Dwight. The Lakers have Bynum and could throw in some picks and might even take Turko on if say Odom was traded as well and then perhaps brought out and then rejoined the Lakers a month later.

The Knicks don’t really have any picks pre 2016 and any deal would have to be done around Billups’s expiring deal to balance salaries so they may wait until next summer.

Boston have a load of expiring deals and could maybe take Turko as well with Green going the other way and they have some picks due from Oklahoma and Clippers I believe as well as all their own so could send the Magic a very nice package.

A total wildcard could be the Clippers to pair Dwight with Griffin built around Kaman’s expiring deal and the 2012 pick due from the T-Wolves. This could give the Magic a shot at say Andre Drummond so they maybe get a long term rebuilding block from day one.

Another team that may not be in for Dwight but could help facilitate a deal could be Cleveland who have Jamieson’s 2012 expiring deal which could be used to help clear a bad contract or two from Orlando and the Cavs get some picks for this obviously. If you really wanted to push things out then the Cavs could make a play for Dwight to give them a big name to replace LeBron. They have a few nice building pieces and all their own picks so could maybe do a deal and with Dwight in situ might attract a top FA or two.

Personally I don’t see Dwight going to the Cavs but Dan Gilbert’s ego to try and get back at LeBron could possibly fuel this deal and maybe something around Jamieson’s expiring deal, Tristan Thompson, and 3 first rounders given those due from Miami might make a competitive deal.

[HitsterParticipant]

Teams will not give up the earth to get Dwight if they know he might move on. You may see the real contenders try to play their hand in order to get Dwight. The Lakers have Bynum and could throw in some picks and might even take Turko on if say Odom was traded as well and then perhaps brought out and then rejoined the Lakers a month later.

The Knicks don’t really have any picks pre 2016 and any deal would have to be done around Billups’s expiring deal to balance salaries so they may wait until next summer.

Boston have a load of expiring deals and could maybe take Turko as well with Green going the other way and they have some picks due from Oklahoma and Clippers I believe as well as all their own so could send the Magic a very nice package.

A total wildcard could be the Clippers to pair Dwight with Griffin built around Kaman’s expiring deal and the 2012 pick due from the T-Wolves. This could give the Magic a shot at say Andre Drummond so they maybe get a long term rebuilding block from day one.

Another team that may not be in for Dwight but could help facilitate a deal could be Cleveland who have Jamieson’s 2012 expiring deal which could be used to help clear a bad contract or two from Orlando and the Cavs get some picks for this obviously. If you really wanted to push things out then the Cavs could make a play for Dwight to give them a big name to replace LeBron. They have a few nice building pieces and all their own picks so could maybe do a deal and with Dwight in situ might attract a top FA or two.

Personally I don’t see Dwight going to the Cavs but Dan Gilbert’s ego to try and get back at LeBron could possibly fuel this deal and maybe something around Jamieson’s expiring deal, Tristan Thompson, and 3 first rounders given those due from Miami might make a competitive deal.

[HitsterParticipant]

Teams will not give up the earth to get Dwight if they know he might move on. You may see the real contenders try to play their hand in order to get Dwight. The Lakers have Bynum and could throw in some picks and might even take Turko on if say Odom was traded as well and then perhaps brought out and then rejoined the Lakers a month later.

The Knicks don’t really have any picks pre 2016 and any deal would have to be done around Billups’s expiring deal to balance salaries so they may wait until next summer.

Boston have a load of expiring deals and could maybe take Turko as well with Green going the other way and they have some picks due from Oklahoma and Clippers I believe as well as all their own so could send the Magic a very nice package.

A total wildcard could be the Clippers to pair Dwight with Griffin built around Kaman’s expiring deal and the 2012 pick due from the T-Wolves. This could give the Magic a shot at say Andre Drummond so they maybe get a long term rebuilding block from day one.

Another team that may not be in for Dwight but could help facilitate a deal could be Cleveland who have Jamieson’s 2012 expiring deal which could be used to help clear a bad contract or two from Orlando and the Cavs get some picks for this obviously. If you really wanted to push things out then the Cavs could make a play for Dwight to give them a big name to replace LeBron. They have a few nice building pieces and all their own picks so could maybe do a deal and with Dwight in situ might attract a top FA or two.

Personally I don’t see Dwight going to the Cavs but Dan Gilbert’s ego to try and get back at LeBron could possibly fuel this deal and maybe something around Jamieson’s expiring deal, Tristan Thompson, and 3 first rounders given those due from Miami might make a competitive deal.

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