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NBA Trades: 3 trades for the Portland Trail Blazers with the 7th pick

By Jack Simone

PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 29: Damian Lillard #0 and Nassir Little #9 of the Portland Trail Blazers speak during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at Moda Center on October 29, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 29: Damian Lillard #0 and Nassir Little #9 of the Portland Trail Blazers speak during the first quarter against the LA Clippers at Moda Center on October 29, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /
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ORLANDO, FLORIDA – MARCH 02: Malcolm Brogdon #7 and Buddy Hield #24 of the Indiana Pacers observes the playing of the national anthem prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on March 02, 2022 in Orlando, Florida, NBA Trades: 3 trades for the Portland Trail Blazers with the 7th pick. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

NBA Trades: 3 trades for the Portland Trail Blazers with the 7th pick: Indiana Pacers

Trail Blazers receive: Malcolm Brogdon, Myles Turner, Buddy Hield

Pacers receive: #7 Pick, Nassir Little, Eric Bledsoe, Greg Brown III, 2024 1st-Round Pick, 2025 1st-Round Pick (via MIL), 2026 1st-Round Pick

This deal would be an absolute blockbuster that would shake up the league. Portland would be re-shaping their roster in hopes of contention, while the Indiana Pacers would fully commit to their rebuild.

Indiana would get a second top-10 pick in this year’s draft while simultaneously shedding a ton of future cap space. They’d also get a few future firsts for their troubles.

Nassir Little would be a nice piece to add, too, as he could develop into a quality 3&D player. A similar statement can be made for Greg Brown III, although he’s more of a raw prospect at this point.

The Pacers would also have to eat Eric Bledsoe’s expiring contract, but considering he’ll be off the books after next season, that’s not too tall of an order.

Portland would be netting three win-now pieces that would compliment Damian Lillard beautifully, as they each provide a very necessary skill that caters to him.

Malcolm Brogdon would be the perfect starting backcourt partner to pair with Lillard. He’s an above-average defender who can shoot the ball well and provide some secondary playmaking, too.

Buddy Hield doesn’t give much on the defensive end, but he’s a great shooter to have on the roster, as he would give them some much-needed floor-spacing.

Lastly, Myles Turner is an ideal center for the Blazers, as he’s an elite rim protector and could also space the floor on offense. This would also allow them to either let Jusuf Nurkic walk or explore sign-and-trade options.

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