Blazers general manager Ohill once vowed after drawing the prospect pick that he would build a team around Lillard, so he would trade the signing. But with the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft on June 22 drawing closer, Ohill doesn't seem to have the idea of trading scouts yet. Blazers management has auditioned a number of high-pick rookies including Scout Henderson, Brandon Miller and the Thompson brothers. According to Scotto, the Trail Blazers don't want to trade, but rather choose either Henderson or Miller, depending on the Hornets' final choice. Lillard, who is currently attending a sponsorship event in Hong Kong, China, wonders how he feels about the report. Earlier, Lillard said in an interview with the media that he was not interested in rebuilding with the high pick rookie, so it seems that his days in Portland may not be much.
Recently, according to the US media "Fadeaway World", the Rockets, Blazers, Celtics three teams will discuss a three-way deal offer this summer, if the negotiations go well, Lillard is expected to go to Boston, partner Tatum, Jaylen Brown will go to Houston to work with Uduka as desired, the specific transaction plan is:
1, the Rockets sent Kevin Porter Jr. + Jessien Tate + Tarry Eason + 2023 4th pick first-round pick + 2024 Nets first-round pick to get Jaylen Brown;
2, the Celtics sent Jaylen Brown + Marcus Smart + 2025 Celtics first-round pick + 2024 Spurs second-round pick to get Damian Lillard + Jessien Tate;
3. The Blazers sent Damian Lillard to get Marcus Smart + Tarry Eason + Kevin Porter Jr. + 3 future first-round picks + 1 second-round pick including the No. 4 pick in 2023.
Jaylen Brown has been a trade target for the Rockets, especially when Uduka chose to coach the team, he can strengthen the Rockets' weakest small forward position and become Jaylen Green's most reliable helper. Although Jaylen Brown is only 26 years old, he is already a regular in the All-Star Game and the league's All-Star team, and he is an all-in-one player who is more well-rounded in the league except Clippers star Leonard. Ethan's rookie season showed great strength and great potential, but he still needs time to continue to grow. The Rockets' No. 4 first-round pick can also pick a high-potential rookie, but that's nothing compared to getting Jaylen Brown.
For the Trail Blazers, general manager Ohill knew that sending Lillard away would be a rebuild, but the prospect pick and No. 4 pick would ensure the Blazers get two extremely high-quality rookies, which would play a significant role in the rapid development of the team's rebuilding efforts. In addition, Tarry Eason is 22 years old, 2.03 meters tall, 2.18 meters in arm span, weighs 98 kilograms, and averages 21.5 minutes per game this season, with 9.3 points, 6 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.2 steals while shooting 45% from the field. He's a physically strong forward who excels at defending and scrambling for rebounds, and has a bright future ahead. It is worth noting that Ethan has a pair of big hands that can rival Leonard, and it is not known whether his future can reach the same height as Kawaii.
Celtics management has long admired Lillard, and the duo of Tatum and Jaylen Brown has been on the road to a championship for many years, and neither Derek White nor Brogdon who were traded has helped the team go further. General manager Stevens needs to continue to fight for the championship by adjusting the core lineup, and getting Lillard is undoubtedly one of the best reinforcements at this stage.
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