Cohen: Some Proposed Deals That Seem to Make Sense
MEMPHIS GETS: Pau Gasol, Andre Iguodala
L.A. LAKERS GET: Rudy Gay
PHILADELPHIA GETS: Zach Randolph
You may not get more 「blockbuster」 than this, but is it just me, or does this deal make complete sense for every team involved?
Let's start with the reunion in Memphis. Pau Gasol was the Grizzlies' prime attraction from 2001-08 before he was traded to the Lakers.
But even more appealing than a return to the city that groomed him into an elite power forward, Pau would unite with his brother Marc to form one of the more intriguing frontcourt tandems in the league. This is a marketing dream.
While Philadelphia is still playing unlike most teams, it's very apparent it has some major flaws. Elton Brand's past injuries have deflated his skills and the Sixers don't really have a threatening inside presence.
Adding a rebounding machine like Zach Randolph and trading the inconsistent Andre Iguodala – though defensively stifling – would indisputably balance out Philly's roster.
Evan Turner, who is starting to flourish, would not have to share the spotlight with Iggy in the backcourt and Thaddeus Young, who is owed a lot of money over the next several years, could hop into the starting lineup.
Finally for the Lakers, they are obviously in disarray after losing to the Thunder in the conference semis. It would be an interesting blend, but a Kobe Bryant-Rudy Gay tandem would be one of the most electrifying in the league.
Remember, L.A. is all about 「Showtime」 and Gay definitely fulfills that label. By dealing Gasol, it would also allow Andrew Bynum to own the spotlight down low.
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