Tatum’s out for next season, and Boston won’t be contending. Why not make some moves to prep for his return in 2027?
Why the Mavs do this:
AD and Jaylen Brown could be LETHAL if this team finds a PG via Gafford trade.
Why the Rockets do this:
Clearing backcourt minutes for an upgrade come playoff time in Irving plus some second rounders.
Why the Celtics do this:
It’s Cooper Flagg. Also cuts 8 million off their cap sheet and gets them closer to under the second apron and brings in VanVleet who could be a decent Holiday replacement after part