6:39pm: The talks between the Cavs and Spurs have included the Suns as a possible third team, tweets Amico.
6:19pm: Discussions between the Cavs and Spurs, which were previously centered on Green, now include LaMarcus Aldridge as well, tweets Sam Amico of AmicoHoops.net.
4:22pm: The Cavaliers and Spurs have engaged in trade discussions involving Danny Green, reports Brian Windhorst of ESPN.com (Twitter link). However, Windhorst adds that San Antonio’s asking price has been high, suggesting nothing is close.
A Wednesday report indicated that the Spurs were open to the idea of trading Green, who is celebrating his 30th birthday today. The veteran wing continues to play a rotational role for the Spurs, averaging 7.3 PPG, 3.3 RPG, and 1.0 SPG last season while shooting 37.9% on three-point attempts. His ability to contribute on the defensive end as well would make him a nice fit for Cleveland.
However, it’s hard to see a match between the two clubs, who are both looking at win-now moves that would help them compete with the Warriors. The Spurs are believed to be seeking cap room for July, so if they send out Green’s $10MM salary, they likely wouldn’t want to take on one of the Cavs’ cumbersome contracts. However, Cleveland is so far over the cap that the team can’t take on Green without moving substantial salary.
Both the Spurs and Cavaliers have been actively exploring the trade market today. San Antonio is said to be exploring LaMarcus Aldridge trade scenarios, while Sam Amico of AmicoHoops.net writes that the Cavs have been in discussions on “no less than eight possible deals.”
Why?
We never know. PATFO is making some questionable calls.
Are you talking about the Spurs or Cavs?
This deal doesn’t quite make sense. Unless they trade Smith and maybe save some money? Otherwise…meh. Green isn’t new to the Cavs organization as he was drafted by them and was one of LBJ sideline dancing buddies.
Maybe send Thompson,Smith,Shumpert back for Aldridge.
I’m guessing the Spurs wanted Irving. Only guy that makes sense. Everyone not named LeBron or Kyrie are not worth it for Spurs
If the Spurs asked for Kyrie Irving in exchange for Danny Green, I would assume the Cavs were hysterically laughing as they hung up. I mean you’re right about LeBron and Kyrie being the only two that are worth it for the Spurs, but the value there is so far off.
lol for Danny green are you insane
Why are the Cavs interested in Aldridge? He’s basically the slightly more athletic version of Kevin Love, both of whom got shut down by Golden State. An Aldridge-Love duo would be terrible. Only way including Aldridge would make sense is if the Cavs are able to send out three of Thompson, Smith, Shumpert, and Frye.