how would that pass muster in the CBA Jrue+Hauser = about 42.5M in salary. Ant's salary is 27.7M. That's a 14.8M differential when it appears the max differential is 7.6M BUT WAIT! I just figured out how it could work: the Blazers absorb Hauser into their MLE. I know the Blazers need some floor spacing, but Hauser seems like a one-trick pony. I'm not sure that's a good use of the MLE
I’m sure this isn’t going to be popular but what about Ben Simmons? Guy is an elite defender capable of playing multiple positions and can push the ball. Nice backup who can give you minutes at 4-5 positions. Head case yes injured a lot yes but for right price I’d do it. Imagine lineup of Deni, Jrue, Tou, Simmons and Clingan (not starters but if you need a stop)
We are a couple shooters(at least 1) away from being a playoff contender next season. Playoffs not Play in.
We don't have to grind him down as we fight for contention like Boston. And his game is not based on athleticism necessarily
Would rather get a higher IQ person and intelligent locker room teammate. For the right amount of talent I'd take on a headcase. That worked well for us back in the day with JR Rider. I'd consider Zion along those lines. But I'm not doing it for an end of the bench quality player like Simmons is today.
Thats fine for the 14th guy on the roster. But it needs to be someone who either has upside or is a nice stable vet. Simmons is neither.
