re: Per Zach Lowe: Pelicans added to teams that will pursue D Mitchell if no extension

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BI can provide whatever lists he wants

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OK, I see you misinterpreted my post. Here’s the scenario. Griff leaks to the press WG/BI spat and organizations intention not to sign him to a max (shite move … leaking to the press), next BI’s agent canvases league on who’s willing to pay max/near max dollars, BI canvases the list and rules out poverty franchises and selects list of teams who indicate willingness to pay, are well run and have a need at wing with a legit point. BI’s agent lets Griff know desired destinations and notifies others he would not extend creating a one year rental. Best interest of Pels to send an eight year vet to destination he wants with intent to extend. This maximizes Pels return as they can have desired locations bid against each other. Trade occurs, done deal.

The idea that he’d sign off on a trade to a team facing a rebuild, with a crap organization, and no established point is far fetched. He said as much in his exit presser. You all kill me with the greedy player routine. Most understand this is a business on both ends and if you were in the same position you’d attempt to use your leverage to.

If he indeed leaves you want a decent return and you tip your cap and say thank you for your efforts.