Mock Trade Deadline

[CELTICSofBOSTON]

REPORT:  The duo of Yogi Ferrell and Wesley Matthews is being made available in trades for a first round pick. 

[tazzmaniac]

@rick_bonnell - 0m ago - I'm hearing @Hornets are still very active in the trade market and aren't sold on keeping both Teague and Rubio.  They would like to move at least 1 for a younger PG prospect (or a 1st).  They are also still trying to move MKG and Howard as well, and have received some interest in both.

We can't trade a player we acquired from another team

5. You cannot trade a player you acquired during this mock trade deadline. If you don't want him, you better work a 3-team deal.

Yeah I see that now.  I don't get that rule at all.  And actual teams do that all the time.  Requiring it to be a 3 or 4 team trade allows for trades to fall through you would otherwise do when you could just work a trade out later.  I don't see why I can't trade a player I acquired as long as the real rules are followed, but if those are the weird rules those are the weird rules and I'm stuck with 2 veteran PG's for some strange reason.

Problem is how do you confirm the real rules are followed since you can't use the trade machine? 

[DefenseWinsChamps]

@rick_bonnell - 0m ago - I'm hearing @Hornets are still very active in the trade market and aren't sold on keeping both Teague and Rubio.  They would like to move at least 1 for a younger PG prospect (or a 1st).  They are also still trying to move MKG and Howard as well, and have received some interest in both.

We can't trade a player we acquired from another team

5. You cannot trade a player you acquired during this mock trade deadline. If you don't want him, you better work a 3-team deal.

Yeah I see that now.  I don't get that rule at all.  And actual teams do that all the time.  Requiring it to be a 3 or 4 team trade allows for trades to fall through you would otherwise do when you could just work a trade out later.  I don't see why I can't trade a player I acquired as long as the real rules are followed, but if those are the weird rules those are the weird rules and I'm stuck with 2 veteran PG's for some strange reason.

Problem is how do you confirm the real rules are followed since you can't use the trade machine?

No more conversation on this thread. This thread is for rumors and announcements.

Use this thread for conversations

http://forums.celticsblog.com/index.php?topic=95224.msg2453316#new

Thanks!!

[gouki88]

Report: LAL trying to move on Deng - reportedly stating that any team that takes his contract will be compensated fairly

[saltlover]

TRADE ANNOUNCEMENT

The Washington Wizards have acquired Jameer Nelson, sending their 2018 2nd round pick to New Orleans.  Statements from each team will come later this evening.

Note: I can’t get the trade machine to create a working link, but Jameer Nelson makes the minimum salary, so it works.  Trust me. 

[saltlover]

New Orleans Pelicans statement on trade with Washington Wizards:

The Pelicans would like to thank Jameer Nelson for his contributions this season.  He was an important component of our offense, especially early in the season while Ramon Rondo was injured.  With the acquisition of Jordan Clarkson, Jameer’s role was naturally going to be reduced, and all parties are pleased that he will have the opportunity to contribute in Washington for a playoff push.

The Pelicans note that they now have an open roster spot as a result of this trade, and are still looking to add another player before the deadline.

[ChillyWilly]

WOJ: Detroit is looking to move either or both Ish Smith & Reggie Jackson.

[action781]

[Bucketgetter]

Reports are that the Timberwolves are very happy with their early moves, however they feel like more moves can be made. They have 2 2018 1st round picks (OKC and CHA) and are attempting to find a long term fit next to KAT. They also have several solid rotational bigs who are available in said trade..

[gouki88]

Breaking:
Washington and Miami have agreed to a blockbuster deal, whereby Miami will send out Goran Dragic and Tyler Johnson, and will receive Otto Porter Jr.

Porter Jr. reportedly waived his NTC as he felt his career was stagnating in Washington, and was developing somewhat of an unhealthy rivalry with Kelly Oubre. Team statements to follow

http://www.espn.com/nba/tradeMachine?tradeId=yakealue

[gouki88]

As a result of this, the Wizards will have 16 players, and thus have released Chris McCullough

[gouki88]

As a result of this, the Wizards will have 16 players, and thus have released Chris McCullough

Wait, no, 17. Sheldon Mac is released too

[shake603]

Breaking:

The Los Angeles Lakers have traded Luol Deng, Thomas Bryant, and two first round draft picks with protections (protections below) to the Atlanta Hawks for Ersan Ilysova, Mike Muscala, Isaiah Taylor, and two second round draft picks (Atlanta’s 2018 2nd round pick, and Atlanta’s owned 2nd round pick that is the less favorable of LA and MIN in 2019)

Protections on the LA picks are as follows  : First of the two picks is Top 8 protected in 2020, Top 4 in 2021 if not conveyed, Top 4 in 2022 if not conveyed, and unprotected year after.
Second of the first round picks to convey two years following first conveyed pick above, with same scheme except one less year of protection.

http://www.espn.com/nba/tradeMachine?tradeId=ycrnajfd

[DefenseWinsChamps]

Steven A Smith reporting that the Nets are still looking for a team that needs a productive wing on a good contract. They can take on extra salary, but are looking for young players to take a chance on or draft considerations.

[saltlover]

Breaking:

The Los Angeles Lakers have traded Luol Deng, Thomas Bryant, and two first round draft picks with protections (protections below) to the Atlanta Hawks for Ersan Ilysova, Mike Muscala, Isaiah Taylor, and two second round draft picks (Atlanta’s 2018 2nd round pick, and Atlanta’s owned 2nd round pick that is the less favorable of LA and MIN in 2019)

Protections on the LA picks are as follows  : First of the two picks is Top 8 protected in 2020, Top 4 in 2021 if not conveyed, Top 4 in 2022 if not conveyed, and unprotected year after.
Second of the first round picks to convey two years following first conveyed pick above, with same scheme except one less year of protection.

http://www.espn.com/nba/tradeMachine?tradeId=ycrnajfd

I’m sorry, but both Ilyasova and Muscala agreed to waive their no trade clauses???  Respectfully I challenge that assumption.