Move #2 – Sign undrafted Trendon Watford to a two-way deal
If the Blazers are hell-bent on signing young guys, then the better route is to not use any of their cap space, or assets, and utilize their two-way spots instead.
Each NBA team has two two-way roster spots they can use each season, that can go to players who have a certain amount of NBA experience. This money doesn’t count against the cap, but the player can still play for the NBA team and also on G-League rosters.
By signing Trendon Watford, out of LSU, the Blazers got another six-foot-nine forward with an intriguing skill set. Watford may not be as athletic as Brown, but he is a good passer, a developing shooter, and can rebound on both ends. Two-way deals don’t always lead to full NBA contracts, but rather than use their cap space and second-round picks on young guys, using one of their two-way spots instead was a better idea.
Watford is a strong value pickup with no downside for the overall move.