Here’s a look at the original analysis generated by the Hoops Rumors staff in the last week..
- The Pistons pulled the rare trifecta of lowering their payroll for this season and clearing $3MM from their books for next season while adding a player who’s more well-regarded than any they gave up, Chuck Myron writes.
- In his financial rundown of the Atlantic Division, Chuck looked at the Isaiah Thomas deal, Kevin Garnett‘s departure from Brooklyn, and more.
- Will the Heat make the playoffs? About 55% of you voted yes in Chris Crouse’s poll.
- Eddie Scarito fielded your questions in this week’s mailbag.
- Chuck looked at the financial impact of the deals in the Southeast Division, including the Goran Dragic trade.
- Chuck also looked at the Pacific Division, including the ultra-busy Suns.
- In the Southwest Division, Chuck looked at the financial impact of the moves made by the Rockets and Pelicans.
- We rounded up the best of your comments in this week’s edition of Hoops Rumors Featured Feedback.
- If you missed out on this week’s chat, check out the transcript.
- Play nice, everyone. Here’s a refresher on our commenting policy.