Posted by djsunyc:
he gave pierce a 3 year extension last season (which kicks in AFTER the 07/08 season).
and it's the same question as why don't we just dump marbury already?
if you really look at it, boston and us are in similar situations in terms of roster.
pierce = marbury
wally = crawford
jefferson = curry
west, green, rondo, west, gomes = mardy, nate, lee, frye
in reality, they are a better team b/c they didn't have pierce + wally for a huge stretch of the season leaving the team in the hands of their kids. (plus they were trying to tank while we were trying to make the playoffs)
but they will be under the cap (big time) after next season and they have the #5 pick so they might be in a better position if ainge makes the right choices.
I agree except for a few things. Pierce should have more value around the league than Marbury. I also think, overall, Boston's youth is better than ours. Then add the #5 into that, and they'll be in good shape, as you said.
Trading Pierce makes a lot of sense, but you better get some great youth in return.
Wishing everyone well. I enjoyed posting here for a while, but as I matured I realized this forum isn't for me. We all evolve. Thanks for the memories everyone.
