Here's some ideas:
1. Search the market & see what disgruntled star might become available, Zion? Donovan Mitchell? Rudy Gobert?
2. Call Indiana & see what it would take to get Malcolm Brogdon. Could an offer of Huerter, our own 2022 1st & Charlotte's 1st work?
3. I would entertain this idea. If the Blazers land in the top 4 of the draft lottery. Offer John Collins for Portland's 2022 pick & take a shot at either Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith or Paolo Banchero. The Blazers it seems want to build around Dame. They wont find a better trade option than JC & JC would fit perfect with Dame, Simons & Nurkic. The Hawks risk taking a step back but the upside of Chet/Jabari/Paolo would be appealing & could raise their longterm ceiling. All 3 would fit with Trae.
4. Offer Capela/Gallo to the Lakers for Russ & LAL's 2027 1st. Then buyout Russ! The LAL 2027 1st could be a real asset to use in a future trade for a star. Gallo/Capela would be great fits with Lebron & AD for a last title shot.
Thoughts?