Why don't the Lakers and Grizzlies do this trade? It seems like a good trade for both teams considering the Grizzlies are stocked at the PF position with Pau Gasol, Stromile, Grant Long and new addition Drew Gooden. Although Gasol and Gooden may be able to play the 3, their natural position is the 4. I know that Swift was picked 2nd in the draft just 2 years ago and it would seem silly to give up on him this early considering his tremendous athleticism and potential but really, wouldn't the Grizzlies have a better team with Rush. They could give him occasional minutes and he would bring some good offense off the bench. I just dont see them being able to play all their current forwards. In addition, hasn't Jerry West said that he is not very fond of Stromile Swift, I have not heard it myself but I have seen quotes in articles saying he does not like his work ethic, is this just media BS? The trade would help the Lakers by giving them a starting PF, that may allow Samaki Walker to play backup center to Shaq. I think this trade could benefit both teams. Is it possible, could the Lakers pull it off? Or would it make Jerry West look like he is trying to help the Lakers.
The trade probably has no chance of happening, maybe if the Lakers gave up some more.
The trade probably has no chance of happening, maybe if the Lakers gave up some more.