I’ve been firmly on Team Tank since the moment the Paul George trade broke. Before the season began, I predicted 24 wins, trades galore, and didn’t even think dealing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander should be off the table.
In one sense, the most significant thing to change since the summer is not the Thunder’s win total but, rather:
- The rising trade value of a handful of expensive veterans on the roster.
- Confirmation that a 21-year-old (SGA) is a blue chip worth scheduling the team’s timeline around.
In summary, Sam Presti can now sell high rather than selling low.