So, what could be the next big swing on the Jazz’s radar? Brooklyn Nets swingman Mikal Bridges, according to league sources, is a player to monitor among Utah’s most aggressive aspirations. The Jazz are said to be right in the mix with Houston, holding the No. 3 pick, and New York, where three of Bridges’ college teammates currently play, among the teams that continue to check with Brooklyn about the availability of its 27-year-old swingman. The Jazz have substantial salaries for veterans John Collins ($26.5 million) and Jordan Clarkson ($14 million) to send out in any possible deal, in addition to trading into their own cap room.
Teams picking behind Houston maintain the team is motivated to move its No. 3 selection for win-now upgrades, as the team is expected to pick up the team option for Jae’Sean Tate and guarantee the salaries of Jeff Green and Jock Landale, sources said, as potential outgoing money in trade packages.
The Nets have been active in attempts to try to trade into this week’s draft, according to league sources, as Brooklyn does not currently own a selection. The Nets have called front offices with selections as early as the 20s, sources said, as many teams appear to be open for business to move out of the first entirely, down a flew slots or into the second round.
Phoenix at No. 22, New York at No. 25, Minnesota at No. 27, Utah at No. 29, and Boston with No. 30 are weighing various trade scenarios, sources said, in both directions along the draft board.
by Brooklyn917
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I’d guess there’s actually close to 29 teams interested in Mikal Bridges
Mikal. Bridges. Is. Not. Available. For. Trade.
still don’t really believe he’s getting traded – but there’s enough smoke for me to absolutely believe they’re taking all calls. if a team wants to make a grandfather offer then go right ahead, no one should be untouchable on our roster.
Mikal Bridges is the new Myles Turner
Always in trade discussions but never seriously on the trade block
If someone offers a good, young prospect, expiring & 4 1st which is basically an all star package he’s gone. But of course that’d be an overpay