4 for 1! Siakam's departure countdown, the Warriors can only stare dryly, and the three first-round offers show their advantage
As the regular season progresses, teams are fighting for the final honor, like a group of heroes competing for the final victory. However, for those teams that haven't lived up to expectations, the final frenzy before the trade deadline is like the last straw of the season, clinging to it and looking forward to a comeback. According to a new report from NBA's Shams, the Pacers and Raptors are in active discussions over a Pascal Siakam trade. It's like a do-or-die contest, and both sides are looking to gain an edge in this trade and set the stage for a final victory.
According to sources, the Pacers' proposed trade package is Bruce Brown, plus three first-round picks and other salary-matching players in exchange for Siakam. At present, the two teams have had several in-depth negotiations and have made positive progress. As the core force of the Raptors' forward line, Siakam's physical advantages and performance on both offensive and defensive ends have been highly praised, winning the love of many fans. However, the Raptors chose to send him away this time, which was really a helpless move.
In recent seasons, the Raptors have not only lost the opportunity to compete for a championship, but even the threshold of the playoffs has been difficult to touch. For the long-term development of the team, they had to choose to rebuild. Previously, they made a deal with the Knicks, sending Anunoby away and getting Barrett and Quickley, injecting fresh blood into the team and giving people hope for a rise. And sending Siakam away this time in exchange for the Pacers' three first-round picks will undoubtedly lay a more solid foundation for the future of the Raptors.
It is worth mentioning that the Warriors in Golden State have also approached Raptors management to try to bring in Siakam. Now, however, with the Pacers tempted to offer three first-round picks, the Warriors have no advantage over what they can offer. In such a situation, the Warriors can only watch as the Raptors and Pacers gradually close the deal.
Siakam's departure is undoubtedly a major change for the Raptors, but it's also a choice they have to make for the future. For the Warriors, they missed an opportunity to improve their roster. You know, so far in the new season, the Warriors have only managed to maintain a winning rate of 50% and have not been able to play as expected. If Siakam can get an All-Star level through a trade, the strength of the Warriors' forward lineup will be greatly improved, and it is not impossible to return to the ranks of championship favorites.
But in fact, in this uncertain season, with teams fighting for glory, the chips the Warriors can offer are still not advantageous. The Pacers managed to win the initiative with the lure of three first-round picks. Before the final fate-changing trade deadline, other teams will need to be more cautious about their options, as opportunities are often fleeting in this competitive league.