karl malone
Well-Known Member
Living in MA, I watch a lot of Celtics games. Avery Bradley would be a great acquisition for this team. Boston seems to love him but with IT due for a max extension, Horford already locked in on the max, Bradley entering the final year of his contract (presumably in line for a big contract), & the presence of Smart & possibly Fultz, the Celtics could decide to trade him in order to maintain payroll flexibility. What they decide to do with their plethora of assets will likely be the determining factor.
Acquiring him would take a significant haul so IMO it should only be done with the intention of retaining him long-term, which likely wouldn't be financially possible if we pay Hill. But if he was available & we are able to retain Hayward while letting Hill walk, personally, I would give up a significant package for him (assuming we're able to re-sign him the following off-season).
IMO Bradley may be the best (realistic) addition to a core of Hayward & Gobert as he is not only young but would be a great fit. He plays well off the ball, is an elite perimeter defender, a very good outside shooter, & would bring a toughness/relentlessness that would fit perfectly with this team's culture & Rudy's drive/intensity.
Although he wouldn't be that 3rd superstar, IMO he would be an excellent Pippen to our 2 Jordans (just an analogy, not an actual comparison). I would be much more comfortable committing to him long-term than Hill (even with the loss of assets used to acquire him, assuming it's within reason).
Acquiring him would take a significant haul so IMO it should only be done with the intention of retaining him long-term, which likely wouldn't be financially possible if we pay Hill. But if he was available & we are able to retain Hayward while letting Hill walk, personally, I would give up a significant package for him (assuming we're able to re-sign him the following off-season).
IMO Bradley may be the best (realistic) addition to a core of Hayward & Gobert as he is not only young but would be a great fit. He plays well off the ball, is an elite perimeter defender, a very good outside shooter, & would bring a toughness/relentlessness that would fit perfectly with this team's culture & Rudy's drive/intensity.
Although he wouldn't be that 3rd superstar, IMO he would be an excellent Pippen to our 2 Jordans (just an analogy, not an actual comparison). I would be much more comfortable committing to him long-term than Hill (even with the loss of assets used to acquire him, assuming it's within reason).
