The problem is Hamilton's contract; he's owed $12.5 million next year, and at least $9 million the year after.  That's a pretty bad contract, especially since the team seemingly wants cap space in 2012.

The problem is Hamilton's contract; he's owed $12.5 million next year, and at least $9 million the year after.  That's a pretty bad contract, especially since the team seemingly wants cap space in 2012.

Yeah, I agree, Hamilton's contract is a no-go.  He also does not bring the young legs this team will likely be looking for, particularly if they are going to be breaking the bank. 

If Detroit really were still interested in Davis (which I am skeptical about) I would be much more interested in someone like Gordon (who I think is underrated right now, and will thrive playing next to a real PG again), or maybe Maxiell (basically what a lot of us want Davis to be).

Both of them would be on the books in 2012, but they are at least guys who I could see being decent pieces to have on the team going forward, and guys who could play well with Rondo.

A lot of people have the Pistons taking Tristan Thompson in the draft.  If that's the case, I don't think they'd be interested in Davis.  They have young guys in Monroe and Daye there already who need minutes, I don't think you'll see them focusing on bigs in free agency.

any trade that keeps glen davis away from boston is ok by me.  maybe detroit will give us peanuts. 

I'll accept any flavor of peanuts too (honey roasted would be preferable though). 

If I wanted to watch a bench player take tons of shots and play starter minutes then I'd go back and watch the Celtics around 2006. 

I just don't see a S&T working out with Davis though.  We have absolutely no leverage in the deal, and in fact I think we're at a disadvantage b/c we can't guarantee him a starting role. 

Like Evantime said, it'd be amazing if we could get anything for his departure.

I think a S & T of Baby and our 1st rd pick (#25) for Charlotte's two First rd picks (#9 and #19) is more likely.

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/05/14/2297418/bobcats-gm-we-will-get-this-right.html

Assuming the Bobcats don't move up in the draft lottery, Higgins said he's open to exploring trade possibilities.

That could include looking to package Nos. 9 and 19 for one high pick or trading one of the two first-rounders for a young veteran.

The Bobcats have shown interest in Baby in the past, and according to reports nearly dealt Agustin for Davis last season.

http://espn.go.com/blog/truehoop/post/_/id/13010/celtics-bobcats-in-trade-talks

The Boston Celtics and Charlotte Bobcats are discussing a trade centered around Glen "Big Baby'' Davis and D.J. Augustin, according to league sources.

The sources cautioned that nothing is imminent, but said the clubs are having discussions.

The Bobcats have been searching for a power forward, and the 6-9 Davis could be their man. The Celtics, meanwhile, have been longing for a backup point guard, and Augustin, who's fallen out of favor with Charlotte coach Larry Brown, would be more than adequate.

I think a S & T of Baby and our 1st rd pick (#25) for Charlotte's two First rd picks (#9 and #19) is more likely.

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/05/14/2297418/bobcats-gm-we-will-get-this-right.html

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Assuming the Bobcats don't move up in the draft lottery, Higgins said he's open to exploring trade possibilities.

That could include looking to package Nos. 9 and 19 for one high pick or trading one of the two first-rounders for a young veteran.

The Bobcats have shown interest in Baby in the past, and according to reports nearly dealt Agustin for Davis last season.

http://espn.go.com/blog/truehoop/post/_/id/13010/celtics-bobcats-in-trade-talks

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The Boston Celtics and Charlotte Bobcats are discussing a trade centered around Glen "Big Baby'' Davis and D.J. Augustin, according to league sources.

The sources cautioned that nothing is imminent, but said the clubs are having discussions.

The Bobcats have been searching for a power forward, and the 6-9 Davis could be their man. The Celtics, meanwhile, have been longing for a backup point guard, and Augustin, who's fallen out of favor with Charlotte coach Larry Brown, would be more than adequate.

I would be OK with this trade, but what contract would have to come back?

I can't see Detroit wanting Big Baby. I don't see a fit with Monroe, and the Pistons already have enough guys who are prone to  taking excessive midrange jumpers.