The start of this post is also getting lost. This deal isn't just about this coming year but the future. It seems a lot of people want to agree or disagree that Irving and Thomas are equal overall. But who gives a better chance to win multiple titles, Irving I think is the better option. His contact having an extra year plays a major part, as well as his age. With Cleveland looking to be even more of a mess next year with LeBron leaving, there best player would be Love and Thomas if he resigned there. While the Celtics would have Horford, Hayward and Irving next year as our big three, with all our youth. Also that extra year of control of Irving could be used as of next year we're wanting to cash in on Irving with younger players or another star we'd be able to. I'm not saying Thomas is a bad player, but looking at it as what's better for the Celtics long term or just going forward. Since to me Irving, Hayward, and Horford is a scarier option on the floor then with Thomas.