5 NBA Trades That Make Sense This Summer

OKLAHOMA CITY: Westbrook has resigned and the pressure is on for OKC to stay contenders in the West and convince Russ that Oklahoma City should be his long-term home (considering he can leave in two years).

Could Hinkie really go out and grab the #3 pick in last years draft to pair with Russ, Oladipo, and Adams for the next years to come?

Okafor could come in and replace Serge Ibaka as the team’s starting power forward. Getting the big man in OKC would show that OKC is not just bout winning now, but for the future too. Okafor’s offense would be on display as the Thunder would finally have a post presence next to Adams down low.

Giving up Payne and Roberson would be tough, considering that Roberson will probably be starting, but finding replacements would be worth it for the price of the young Okafor.

PHILADELPHIA: With Embiid looking to be on his way back, along with the addition of Ben Simmons and Dario Saric, Philly is heading to an inevitable break up with either Nerlens Noel or Jahlil Okafor. With how the team is built, I think Okafor will be the one most likely to be dealt and the one with the most trade value.

This deal would all hinge on how high the Sixers view Payne and his potential as a starting point guard in the league. If they feel he is starter worthy, then this deal could be really enticing.

Andre Roberson would give Philly another young body on the wing who could play the two or three. He would be their defensive wing who could go up against some of the best in the league.

Considering the situation Philly is in with a loaded front court, along with some off the court issues with Okafor last year, his value probably isn’t as high as Philly would like. But getting Payne, Roberson, and picks could be something worth entertaining.

Next: Boston and Sacramento