17 Feb 2015 19:51:51
Raptors/Pistons/Spurs:

To TOR - Greg Monroe

To DET - Terrence Ross, Amir Johnson, Kyle Anderson, Jeff Ayers Raptors 1st

To SAS - Caron Butler

Raptors are looking for an impact player at the deadline, and they get their man in Greg Monroe. Not only is he a big upgrade at the 4, but with his size, he can play the 5 with Patterson at the 4 in small ball lineups.

Pistons need to look to the future, as their season effectively ended with the loss of Jennings. Monroe signed a one year pact to allow himself to become a UFA this offseason. Moving him now and getting Ross, who fills the Pistons biggest hole (SF) along with a young Anderson and a pick is a good haul for a team that could be young and exciting next year. Johnson and Ayers are throw ins to make salary work, and both are FA's.

Spurs need a backup SF, as it is their thinnest position. Butler gives them a quality veteran, and his contract is a team option for next year, leaving the Spurs the financial flexibility if they want.

1.) 18 Feb 2015
YOu first have to understand the Pistons and Monroe's status to understand why this post makes no sense. Monroe has Veto power and if he accepts a trade, which he won't, he would give up his bird rights. he is not going to do that.

2.) 18 Feb 2015
I agree and understand that, but is Detroit really going to give Monroe the fifth year and max money to keep him?