I do not think so. Gilbert still seems pretty steamed and wants to win a championship before Lebron. They might be crazy enough to give us full value on Oden though.
Unfortunately, they don't really have anyone on that team that I would consider worthy of an Oden trade.
I am pretty sure Houston wouldn't do that deal just for Brooks. Even ignoring Yao being in there, they say no. Adding in Yao makes it, well, crazy.
I could see Gilbert overpaying for Greg as a RFA, given Greg's tOSU connection, his talent when healthy, and the fans he would put in the seats. Then, it would be up to the Blazers to decide if he is worth an inflated contract.
I suggest you go watch a Houston game and look at the issues they are having to deal with because Yao is on a limited leash before making a judgment call. I watched them play this weekend. I don't want a guy who is limited to 24 minutes a game on the team.
The Cavs are $8 million under the cap for 2010-11. Here is a list of their FAs next summer (not sure if this is completely up to date). RESTRICTED Daniel Green Jawad Williams UNRESTRICTED Ryan Hollins (P) Jamario Moon - $3 million Anthony Parker - $3 millionLeon Powe Mo Williams (ETO) They could let Moon and Parker walk and have enough to offer Oden an Aldridge deal, plus a bit left over to replace Parker.
Crazy idea. Crazy like a fox. A mangey dead fox. No thanks. Yao probably only has a year or two left even if they limit his minutes. Portland already has plenty of fragile big men.
