Why They Do This

Orlando Magic

• Their season is done. This deal allows them to move two of their larger contracts, while retaining a top level talent (Gordon for Lavine has long been rumored).

• Hachimura serves as a bit of a risk. But his potential as a dominant PF could be worth it. Plus his contract is very team friendly.

• 2024 pick is to help with money

Chicago Bulls

• I feel that they're very close to being competitive. This move gets them Beal...enough said

• Gordon allows them to shed a bit of money from Lavine from a very similar player (while they're different positions, they play almost the same)

Washington Wizards

• They're bad...like...so bad. This allows them to shed a ton of cash after the season, and it gives room for Westbrook to be ball dominant.

• Fournier isn't bad. He should provide 35% + from 3

• Otto Porter Jr. is a bit hard to swallow, but just think of that massive contract being gone after the season

• Trade away Brown for picks to save money