Originally Posted by
b_l_p
Imo, the goal is to (at minimum) become relevant before it all blows up again. Sucking has immense consequences, and poisons our perception in the league and even with guys on our roster.
Outside of Zion/BI/Val, we know Graham is an NBA player at a decent price. Of course, we are very optimistic some of our young guys will become NBA players, but we can't be sure of any. If we can get Lauri at a decent price without giving anything up, that adds another NBA player for the next few years. Whether he contributes or we trade him, the competency he will likely provides is incredibly beneficial to the dumpster fire we have been. The grind of the season and injuries will enable sufficient development and evaluation, notwithstanding the minutes he soaks up. And, who knows, his offensive prowess may click with Zion's.