For the Brooklyn Nets, who don't own their first round draft pick next year, they can't afford to tank. With recent additions like Julius Randle, it makes sense for them to use their big, unused salary cap space to bring in Jrue Holiday and Turner without trading away their main players or future draft picks. Holiday will step in as the team's main guard and serve as a great mentor for younger players like Mikel Brown Jr.and Egor Dëmin the same time, Turner brings in top level shooting, shot blocking, and rebounding, instantly turning Brooklyn into a strong contender in the Eastern Conference playoffs or play-in.
The Portland Trail Blazers successfully clear out their crowded guard position behind Ja Morant, Shaedon Sharpe, Scoot Henderson, Damian Lillard by getting rid of Holiday’s expensive long-term contract. In exchange, they get a future second round pick and P.J.Washington, a younger, versatile forward that fits well with their youthful team. Portland adds valuable depth in the frontcourt and brings a tough, gritty attitude that will help him fight for his teammates, providing strong support for teammate.
Dallas Mavericks use this deal to get out from under the long term financial burden of PJ. They also traded for Zaccharie Risacher in recent trade, who has a lot of potential, and add Terance Mann, a hard working perimeter defender.Most importantly, they get an unprotected future first round draft pick from New York, which is exactly what they need to have more flexibility for next season.
Milwaukee Bucks use this trade to start a complete rebuild after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo. Because they were heavily taxed by the league’s luxury tax limits, they get rid of Turner’s $26.5 million salary to avoid penalties and secure a valuable future first round pick to build their roster again. They replace Turner with a cheaper and reliable backup center in Moritz Wagner, which opens up a lot of playing time for high upside big man Kel'el Ware, giving him the chance to develop into an All-Star and All-NBA caliber center.