In an earlier story, I addressed what should be on the Sixers Offseason To Do List. One of the tasks suggested: trade Andre Iguodala. Philadelphia must get what they can for him, and this Offseason is the year to do that.
I attempted to take the time to compile some trade partners for the Sixers, as well as possible trades.
Sixers trade Andre Iguodala to Golden State Warriors for PF David Lee and SF Dorell Wright.
A pretty decent trade for both sides. In return for Iguodala, the Sixers acquire a much needed big man, as well as a SF replacement. Lee averaged 20 points and 10 rebounds a game, numbers that are much needed for the Sixers to be successful. Philadelphia is a team that loves to get out and run the floor, and Lee can absolutely do that. Although being somewhat injury prone in his first few pro seasons, Lee played 81 regular season games from 07-11.
Dorell Wright would be a downgrade from Iguodala, but that is the price that must be paid to acquire a big man. Wright had a pretty modest season averaging a little over 10 points a game, but put up 16 in 2010-11. The 7 year vet also can knock down the 3 ball, scoring 37% throughout his career, in comparison to Iguodala's 33%. For the Sixers to be successful in 2013, they need to cut down on their turnovers. Iguodala averaged about 2 turnovers a night, while Wright had .87. Philadelphia will be losing a shut down defender in Iguodala, but the possibility of acquiring Wright with Lee is too good to pass up.
For Golden State, the deal would make sense as well. They acquired Andrew Bogut at the trade deadline, which would make it easier for the Warriors to part with Lee. With Iguodala, you now have a second option for Stephen Curry, who lost his PIC in Monta Ellis. Golden State needs a guy who can attack the basket, and Iguodala is the man for the job. The Warriors could easily find a replacement for Lee through the draft by taking Ohio State PF Jared Sullinger at Pick 7.
Sixers trade Andre Iguodala to Phoenix Suns For C Marcin Gortat and SF Jared Dudley.
This deal helps the Sixers fill a massive hole at Center. The 28 year old Gortat averaged 15 points along with 10 rebounds a night. 2011 was truly a breakout season for Gortat, as he played very strongly for a poor Phoenix Suns team. Spencer Hawes was a complete mess all season, and really struggled to assert himself under the basket. With the addition of Gortat, they immediately upgrade the position. Jared Dudley was another one of the few bright spots for the Suns, averaging close to 13 points a game. Dudley is a career 40.9% 3 point shooter, and the Sixers really lacked in that area during the Playoffs. The 26 year old is a more consistent shot than Iguodala, scoring 48.5% of the time. In his last three seasons, Jared Dudley has only missed 1 game, a very good sign after an injury prone first few years of his career.
Phoenix could be willing to part with Gortat, as they also have Centers Channing Frye and Robin Lopez. By bringing in Iguodala, they are getting an All-Star player who should be a better option at the SF position than Dudley. Furthermore, Steve Nash has vocalized his disappointment with the Suns franchise, and is willing to leave if they do not make some serious changes. If Phoenix trades for Andre Iguodala, that's a good start to convincing Nash to return.
Sixers trade Andre Iguodala and 2nd Round Pick (45th Overall) to Portland Trailblazers for G Wesley Matthews, 1st Round Pick (6th Overall).
In this trade, the Sixers would be solving their two guard woes. With Lou Williams almost inevitably on his way out of Philadelphia, Matthews would make a fantastic SG. The 25 year old average close to 14 points a game with the Trailblazers. Wesley Matthews can move extremely well without the ball, and loves to knock down the baseline shot. He also gets out extremely well in transition, and isn't afraid to attack the net. Although Matthews would be a fantastic addition, the true prize to this trade would be the 6th overall pick. Several highly touted prospects could be there around that pick, but UCONN Center Andre Drummond should be the target. As only a Freshman, Drummond averaged 10 points and 8 rebounds, and dominated Big East competition. His upside is remarkable, and Philadelphia has a definite need at the Center position.
For Portland, it may be easier to part with the 6th pick, considering they also have the 11th overall pick. Also, the Trailblazers SF Nic Batum is a Restricted Free Agent, but could very well be snatched away. Portland would be taking a lot back in salary with Iguodala, but have plenty of room to do so. If Batum did return to the Trailblazers, he could easily be moved to SG, while Iguodala takes over at starting SF. The threesome of Batum, Iguodala, and PF Lamarcus Aldridge would be pretty formidable for Western Conference teams.
Let me hear your trades in the comment section.
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