Posted by TMS:
that's an interesting thought...i never thought about that...Walker does have an expiring contract & he would be good value for Dampier in a sign & trade, & they both make comparable dollars considering what Dampier & his agent are asking for...
but i had thought Dampier wanted to stay in the East? maybe he changed his mind after Shaq went to MIA?
Why would golden state do a sign and trade for an expiring contract? Dampier is already an expired contract - i've read that they would want short-term veteran leadership, and i dont think antoine can bring that. but you might be right, maybe they want to stay competitive next year and just keep cap room for Yao.
speaking of which, in two years don't TT and Penny come off the books? i wonder if maybe Isiah is going to TRY to get under the cap to sign him - maybe thats why he is balking on taking back a lot of long term deals