So, the other day, I was messing around with trade scenarios. You know, just for fun. And the big one I wanted to try was: Kevin Durant to the Dallas Mavericks. It's been a hot topic, so I wanted to see what it would actually take to make it work, at least hypothetically.
The Starting Point
First, I needed to figure out my tools. I used a simple trade machine simulator for this process. I love using these to see the possibilities!
Building the Trade
- I started by obviously including Kevin Durant. He's the centerpiece, duh.
- Then, on the Mavericks' side, I began to put players to match salary, I added some combination of players. I remember trying to find a good match. It took a few tries to find a package that felt somewhat realistic and that the trade machine wouldn't reject.
- I played around with different combinations. It was like a puzzle, trying to get the salaries to match and make it something both teams might consider. I probably spent a good 30 minutes just tinkering.
- I even added draft picks.I have added several first-round picks to make the deal more attractive to the Nets.
The Final Result
I finally landed on a trade scenario. It wasn't perfect, and it's all hypothetical, of course, but it was something that at least passed the trade machine's checks. It felt... somewhat plausible, even if it's a long shot in real life.
I finished my little experiment feeling like I'd explored the possibilities. It's always fun to dive into these "what if" scenarios, even if they're just for fun. It gives you a different perspective on team building and the complexities of the NBA.
