Denver Nuggets: The Wilson Chandler Trades Part II- The West
By Tim Hart
Memphis Grizzlies
ESPN’s NBA Trade Machine Results: Grizzlies +4 Wins, Nuggets -2 Wins
The Trade Machine suggests a huge swing in Memphis’ favor, which may be surprising.
Why the Grizzlies would do it:
Apparently, giving up Gasol for Fared and Chandler would be a very smart move. The two athletic forwards might be able to give the Grizzlies the necessary boost to fight for a conference title. With Randolph capable of playing both PF and C, they would rotation options. This depth and versatility could pay off big time.
Why the Nuggets would do it:
Adding Marc Gasol to their team would up their defensive strength. A Jokic and Gasol front-court sounds like a glorious thing. Throw Emmanuel Mudiay, Gary Harris, and, oh yeah, Danilo Gallinari into the mix, and you have got one nasty starting 5. The bench SF position would likely be Barton’s, giving rookies Murray and Beasley more time at the SG spot. The Nuggets would have a lot of good reasons to say yes to this trade.
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