The recent deal rumors are basically around the Lakers, because they are very eager to leave the Westbrook operation, the reason why the transaction is so difficult is that the Lakers basically overdrawn the future, and Westbrook is a negative asset, it is really difficult to get a satisfactory deal. If gordon to compete for the Rockets, one of the favorites to win the championship, the Nets are also secretly working to steal the multi-functional backcourt star. However, if the Nets still want to retain the core lineup of the Big Three, the backcourt actually does not need to improve its strength through reinforcements. Sooner or later, the Big Three will fit together again, but after Durant was injured, the Nets' approach to reinforcements has clearly changed.
It is reported that the Nets pay more attention to the rationality of the lineup structure, and especially focus on some young and well-rounded interior strongmen. This time, the Nets took a fancy to Markkanen, who was shining on the Cavaliers, a big man with great dedication and averaging nearly 14 points and five rebounds per game. The point is that he is only 24 years old, there is still a lot of room for improvement, with his height of 213cm, he can slightly fill durant's vacancy in terms of function, or he can form a forward duo with Durant in the future.
Also, Markkanen's style of play is also very suitable for Harden, when Harden attracts a lot of defensive attention, Markkanen will definitely get more room to play. All of these are Markkanen's strengths, and the Nets are rumored to be willing to send him inside fighters Clarkston and Nash's favorite Carter. The value of Clarkston's deal, the Nets have not been ignored, the Cavaliers are currently accustomed to the big man lineup, Clarkston will be a good addition to the interior.
It was also the Nets' close proximity to bringing in Markkanen, as the Cavaliers also liked Clarkston. And Carter is deeply trusted by Nash, but the current performance is not his best level, and his big heart performance is currently difficult to play out in the Nets, and a different environment may usher in the first day. Still, it's a tough job for the Nets to convince Nash to agree to send Carter away. Overall, if the Nets can make a 2-for-1 deal, the Cavaliers will actually not lose, and Clarkston and Carter will be the best candidates to assist rookie Mobley.
The Nets will actually laugh secretly, the depth of the interior line has been perfectly supplemented, and the more excellent shooting ability of Markkanen has also enriched the Nets' offense. Last season was the first time the Nets' big three fit together, which ended in failure, proving that the lineup has certain flaws. This time, the lineup can be strengthened through a trade, making the lineup structure more reasonable, as long as Nash uses the right players, the Nets have a greater chance of winning the championship than ever. In this way, Markkanen's arrival may be a key part of Harden's first championship. The deal is still in the process of being pushed forward, and whether there is an agreement should be revealed soon.