D'Angelo Russell

Golden State Warriors

In obtaining D'Angelo Russell as a part of the Kevin Durant defection, it was expected that D'Lo wouldn't be long for San Francisco. He was seen as an asset that could be flipped for a piece that didn't overlap as obviously with Steph Curry and Klay Thompson.

Injuries to the two back court superstars - as well as seemingly every other Warrior of substance, including Russell himself – has thrust the spotlight upon the former Net.

Whilst his performances have been uneven (not unexpected given the turmoil around his new team) he has put up some brilliant efforts, including a stretch in early November where he averaged around 38 points, 5 boards and 8 assists.

If Russell meshes with Curry upon his return, then it's conceivable that the Dubs hold Russell and make a run. Given their perfect storm of a season, however, it's likely the Warriors look to bottom out and D'Lo moves to a fourth franchise.

The Wolves are the obvious landing spot, in a deal for Jeff Teague, a prospect and picks.

Russell's pick and role dance with Karl Anthony Towns would be a delight. Andrew Wiggins newly discovered play making chops don't preclude Minnesota from needing top echelon lead guard. Russell's addition would make for a young and talented core in Minnesota.

The New York Knicks

New York Knicks

This is a speculative pick.

The recent firing of Coach David Fizdale puts the pressure squarely onto the front office pair of Scott Perry and Steve Mills – they're now out of scapegoats.

Putting the clubs win-loss record to one side for a moment, let's look at some of their more significant moves.

The drafting of Kevin Knox hasn't gone well. The #9 pick from last year has regressed to the point that he recently received a DNP-CD.

Dennis Smith Jr, the supposed jewel of the Porzingis trade, looks like a bench sparkplug at best. With Dallas thriving, the picks from that trade don't appear to be super valuable, either.

The Knicks free agency japes have been well covered. It's fair to say that none of this season's class have had the impact the club would have hoped for.

Should Mills and Perry receive their marching orders, everybody on this roster that is not RJ Barrett, Mitchell Robinson or Kevin Knox will be up for trade.

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