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Portland might be trying to additional develop their surplus of first-round picks. Brogdon’s nixed commerce to the Clippers in June confirmed he may nonetheless internet a first-round choose, albeit one that’s projected to be low. It’s attainable that groups provide packages that includes a number of second-round picks as a substitute.
One other factor the Blazers may prioritize is expiring contracts. Thus far, they haven’t created any cap flexibility for the 2024-25 season since all of the gamers they’ve acquired over the previous week have a number of years left on their contracts. Brogdon has two years, $45 million remaining on his deal the place he’ll earn $22.5 million in each. Clearing his $22.5 million wage received’t make them a cap house workforce, however they might change into one in the event that they clear one other vital wage later, like Jerami Grant or Deandre Ayton.
Not like the Lillard and Vacation conditions, there isn’t as a lot urgency to maneuver Brogdon and he may begin the season in Portland. The Blazers nonetheless undertaking to be within the backside of the Western Convention with their present roster and he may function a great veteran presence for his or her younger backcourt. If no ample deal seems earlier than the beginning of the season, they might wait till extra groups can enter the commerce market nearer to the commerce deadline.
Under is an inventory of a number of groups that would use Brogdon and make an inexpensive provide for him.
