What if Paul George was Danny's target?

[Drucci]

I thought about this during the All-Star Game : what if the All-Star who mentioned his interest for the Celtics to IT during the week-end wasn't Horford but Paul George?

I think he also fits Danny's criterias :

- a proven star (who has shown its level during the playoffs against the Heat, most notably)
- under 30 (will turn 26 in May)
- a go-to scorer who can close games and provide consistent scoring in multiple ways (from three, midrange and at the FT line)
- under contract for around 18 millions a year until 2017-2018 (and 18-19 if he picks up his option)

He wouldn't fix our lack of size in the middle though but still, I think he fits all the criterias.

Now it doesn't mean that we can get him. Indiana is currently 6th in the East but I'm not sure Paul George sees his future then since they don't have a really young core except for Turner. He could be interested in the Celtics' chemistry, results and defensive mentality. And also like the idea of becoming the "next" Paul Pierce.

Thoughts?

[Monkhouse]

Interesting player you brought up, and how would George get here? Through free agency, or a trade?

I would have to assume if the Pacers want a more fast uptemo offense, IT would have to be apart of the trade.

[greece66]

I think he also fits Danny's criterias :

Paul George is the long legged blonde with the blue eyes and the spotless skin: they fit every guy's criteria.

[Drucci]

Interesting player you brought up, and how would George get here? Through free agency, or a trade?

I would have to assume if the Pacers want a more fast uptemo offense, IT would have to be apart of the trade.

Via a trade since he won't be a free agent before two seasons (at least).

We could offer something like Olynyk + Rozier + David Lee + BK's 16 pick for Paul George. Not sure it would be enough for Indiana but that's a fair proposal of youth if Indiana decides to trade PG and rebuild.

[TA9]

Would be awesome if we could land George, but doubt Indiana will let him go. Furthermore, he doesn't like the Celtics. He's a die hard Lakers fan

[Celtics4ever]

What if Paul George was Danny's target?

Larry would hang up laughing, I think.

[ederson]

Furthermore, he doesn't like the Celtics. He's a die hard Lakers fan

In pro sports i don`t think that things like that usually matter
Can`t rule out though ... But i don`t think Indiana even listens to an offer unless Ainge includes a few banners and Brady

[Roy H.]

I can't see Indiana trading him.

[Who]

I think P.George is #2 for the MVP this year behind Steph Curry. He has been fantastic.

[pearljammer10]

I don't see any scenario where Indiana would trade him.

But man it's sweet to dream about.

Lee Bradley Smart Sully Brooklyn pick in 2016 for George

Amir Jerebko Rozier Dallas Pick and future first for Horford

Sign Durant to a max

IT
George
Crowder
Durant
Horford

KO as a 6th man

[Mike]

I don't think the pu pu platter + BKN pick would be enough for George.  I think we'd need to give up at least the two BKN picks.

[Chef Parish]

I could read about the Celtics trading for George for years.

[Eja117]

I wouldn't want a guy that won't commit to being here. Not for anything of significant value anyway

[footey]

When did Paul George become this mega super star? Barely averages 20 on a mediocre team. Claim to fame is leading team one year to conference finals. Another Antoine Walker in terms of accomplishment. No thank you. Keep the picks!!

[CoachBo]

When did Paul George become this mega super star? Barely averages 20 on a mediocre team. Claim to fame is leading team one year to conference finals. Another Antoine Walker in terms of accomplishment. No thank you. Keep the picks!!

And that's why you're not the GM.