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Portland Trail Blazers: A Potential Trade With Every NBA Team

By Spencer Poole

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 08: Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts after being called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on January 08, 2020 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 08: Khris Middleton #22 of the Milwaukee Bucks reacts after being called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on January 08, 2020 in San Francisco, California. 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 Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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Miami Heat

Why It Makes Sense for the Portland Trail Blazers

This trade is about as minuscule as trades can be. Neither Chris Silva nor Mario Hezonja will be playing big minutes next season regardless of what team they’re on. The fact of the matter is Miami has a lack of players to trade this offseason, and even fewer that the Trail Blazers would want/can afford.

After four years at the University of South Carolina, Chris Silva had a solid if unspectacular first season with the Miami Heat. In limited playing time, he showed himself to be an effective rebounder, post scorer and shot blocker. He does have intriguing potential as a stretch four which can be seen during his time in college, shooting 24 of 46 from deep during his senior season. Silva could come in and compete for the backup power forward spot with Wenyen Gabriel.

Why It Makes Sense for the Miami Heat

With Jae Crowder and Derrick Jones Jr. set to leave South Beach in free agency, Miami is going to have a lack of depth at the forward position.

Hezonja is a cheap option for a team looking to save as much cap space as possible for free agency in 2021 who can do a little bit of everything. Even though he never reached his top five pick potential, Hezonja would be an adequate do-it-all forward off the bench for the Heat who can be re-signed on the cheap.

How Portland Can Really Get Help From Miami:

Where the Trail Blazers can really get some help is from a couple of current Miami players who are set to become free agents this offseason.

Jae Crowder is the type of 3-and-D wing that Portland desperately needs. His asking price may be high after his scorching hot form in this year’s playoffs but Portland could snag him on a deal worth somewhere around $12 to 13 million.

Derrick Jones Jr. is a cheaper option who can also provide some help defensively while doubling as one of the most exciting rim runners and dunkers in basketball. He could realistically be signed for under 10 million and would be a great addition to the Blazers bench unit.