The rumor that I have seen is Brand for Marion.
Yep me too, no sign of the #2 pick in most Brand-to-Miami rumours. It's in a few of them though.
I've heard several rumors that perhaps the LA Clippers would send Elton Brand to Miami in exchange for the second pick in this years draft. It's most likely that the 2nd pick will be Beasley in either situation. Thoughts?
Realistic? Absolutely not. There's no way Sterling green lights trading Brand for a draft pick. Riley would need to include salaries to make it work, Clippers won't want the bad contracts so that's likely Shawn Marion. Once Marion becomes involved Riley would be giving up two top assets and that'll be a difficult decision and I'm not sure he does it.
Should the Clippers do it? Absolutely. Beasley is extremely talented. Add him alongside the youthful Al Thornton and hopefully a young guard with the #7 pick. Add in Chris Kaman and possibly the return of Shaun Livingston to good health. That's a really interesting situation. Add Shawn Marion as a great trade asset to land the top guard they need. Great place to rebuild. On the other hand Elton Brand has only so many years left in his career and his team is entirely dependent on him which will make it difficult to retool quickly as his game lessens.
Should Miami do it? Nope not if Marion has to be included. If they can rid themselves of their bad contracts in the process, sure make that deal.