May just be parroting, but two different MSN articles today indicating Spurs are in the mix:
Lauri Markkanen would be a great fit with the Spurs (msn.com)
“I was going to say that to me that would be a much more intriguing situation for Markkanen because of the way he would perfectly compliment Wemby. The Spurs are loaded up on picks, can still have cap space, or have easy ways to make the money match. That would be one heck of an addition if the Spurs want to be aggressive," MacMahon said. "Markkanen is not going to be traded for any sort of discounts, just to be clear.”
“The teams who are negotiating with the Jazz do think there's a good chance they're going to move them," Windhorst added.
Perfect fit, but due to the expiring contract and timing of this hypothetical trade (right before a supposed ‘historic’ draft) I hope if the deal is made we aren’t ed too hard - we have all the leverage.
Exactly, there's no reason to overpay. It's clear the Jazz want to get rid of Lauri now so that they can bottom out for this upcoming draft. Markkanen shouldn't be nearly as expensive as Bridges.
The guy seems pretty injury prone.
if it's a salary dump, i'm all for it, but a player that can't play more than 66 games a year, can't be relied upon.
If we trade for Lauri I'll rescind all of my criticisms of this FO and rejoin the Church of Sniff.
So long as we can retain our 25 picks, I don't care how many it will take (within reason). They'll be late FRPs anyway by then, and it's not like I trust these guys to draft anymore anyway.
In the name of Eric Zhang, make it happen please.
I know it's a homer take, but I think the Spurs with Paul and Markkanen are a playoff team nobody wants to match up with.
Markkenen is like a Gabe Vincent or other shooter who should not be valued too much. Again, for a couple off-brand picks, okay.
Lauri is averaging 24/8 on 49/39/88 shooting splits over the past two seasons. He’s an absolute stud on offense. Much better than Vessel who’s also a mediocre defender.
Horrible comparison
Lauri is a 7ft Klay Thompson without those supernova moments, but with better consistency.
Having someone who can average 25ppg on elite efficency without ever stopping the ball would be invaluable.
nobody would be able to guard a Wemby/Markkanen pick & roll
I would say that Markannen is a better fit than Trae for sure.
That's a good point. No better destination than San Antonio to have your minutes micromanaged.
Empty stats on a bad team. Can't get his team wins.
Look, again, a couple off-brand picks are fine. But he's due $40 million after this season and has never improved a team he's been on. He is not the player too many people here think he is. I mean, just look at all the teams lining up for his services...
Markkanen is my wet dream but Ainge doesn't make trades unless he bends you over in the process. Would be too expensive imo. And Lauri is set to be overpaid next Summer too unfortunately.
Is there any player in the NBA that doesn't play for the Spurs that you don't think sucks?
Last two seasons:
ORtg
Gabe Vincent: 104, 86
Markkanen: 125, 128
OBPM
Gabe Vincent: -3.1, -6.9
Marrkanen: +4.9, +5.1
OWS
Gabe Vincent: -0.3, -0.3
Markkanen: +6.3, +5.2
I know you're mostly just saying this to be a provocateur, but even in that context it's completely absurd.
Provocateur is the right word for most of Body’s posts. Name the ing players you want, Body. We’re tired of your manic episodes. I know the more people post about Markkanen, the more your frustration builds because you can’t handle the fact that people are disagreeing with you. Counting down any minute now before you explode and call everybody stupid, you little .
I have to say, I like The Finn better than SpursTalk's usual obsessions with bad expensive players. But talk about throwing all these picks and players at him is wild. You realize he's on an expiring, right? And doesn't have much of a market? If you're so very much in love, just wait until next year and sign him outright. Sheesh, giving up unprotected picks next year. Totally insane.
23-24: Jazz with Markkanen 22-33, without 9-18
22-23: Jazz with Markkanen 32-34 , without 5-11
totals: Jazz with Markkanen 54-67, without 14-29
54-67 is good for 44% winrate, 14-43 is good for 32%.
They shut him down both seasons to get a better pick.
If PATFO includes Jeremy in the trade, might aswell give them rights to Body's fandom.
FTFY, tbh. And totally agreed - health permitting.
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