I saw a new trade rumor with Boston today:
Zach, LaMarcus, and Portland's 08 first-rounder for
Al Jefferson, Ratliff, and the #5 pick.
Jefferson had a very strong 2nd half of the season last year, emerging as a 20/10 guy on the low block. But I don't think this trade makes sense for the Blazers.
Aldridge seems like a better fit alongside Oden in the post, because he has a nice midrange game. Jefferson is best planted on a block, just like Oden. If Portland's planning to draft Durant, I don't think they should move Zach unless a great offer comes along.
Would Boston make the deal minus Aldridge and Jefferson? If so, I'm all over it. The Blazers pick up Theo's expiring contract and have a good shot at Corey Brewer or Mike Conley. Portland's first-rounder next year won't be top-ten pick and isn't all that valuable. Moving Zach improves our prospects of signing a good veteran after the 08-09 season (when LaFrentz comes off the books).
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