The Portland Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard had asked for a move to the Miami Heat at the beginning of the NBA trade window. But it has been 38 days, and the trade is yet to go through. Now some rumors are floating in the market that the Blazers are going to trade him to the Kings.
The Blazers did not refuse Damian’s request blatantly but they have indicated that they’ll let him go only if they get enough exchange value for him. The Heat can not offer enough to satisfy the Blazers and a third team’s involvement is expected. But will the Blazers wait, or will they send Damian to the Kings anyway? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Sacramento Kings involving Damian Lillard.
What would the Kings offer for Damian Lillard?
The Kings can trade De’Aaron Fox and Chris Duarte in exchange for Damian Lillard. It is not even a question how Damian is going to help the Kings. He is a superb scorer, a sensational playmaker, and a determined leader. He is a superstar and they can have their faith in him if the going gets tough. But will the Blazers trade their star for just two players?
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How did Damian Lillard perform last season?
Damian had a terrific last season, he managed to play 58 games in total and averaged 32.3 points per game. His stats also included 7.3 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game. He is somebody who is capable of turning the tide of the game on his own. His skills would take the Kings to the moon. The seven-time All-Star will instantly become the face of whichever team he lands in.
Heat’s potential trade offer for Damian Lillard:
3-4 first round picks
Pick swaps
2nd round picks
Tyler Herro
Expiring contracts
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What is the Blazers’ current scenario with Damian Lillard?
The Blazers want a haul in exchange for their star which is very obvious. They would like to let him go since he is highly unlikely to extend with them and would be a free agent next season when his $121.8M contract expires. Can the Blazers get enough for him?
The Kings might not do it because Damian might not even come to the training, and the Blazers would not like to do it since they are not getting enough in return. Would the trade go through? We’ll keep you updated.
