Boston Celtics: 2 offseason trades for Paul George

Switching up the point guard spot

The first deal proposed sees Paul George and Pat Beverly make their way to Beantown for a haul that includes All-NBA point guard Kemba Walker, starting center Daniel Theis and a pair of first-round draft picks over the next two years.

Why the Boston Celtics do it

Not only would bringing George aboard build the best wing trio in recent history, but rugged defender Landry Shamet would join the green and white as well. Shamet’s presence would enable the Cs to start Marcus Smart alongside the new star wing trio and the third-year wing would handle ball duties for the second unit.

Shedding the final three years of Kemba Walker may be a prudent move given his recent injury history, and Daniel Theis could fetch an unreasonable salary next summer. Given the Cs’ tax woes, giving up draft picks to immediately upgrade the roster would be a necessary sacrifice given how close the team seems to be to breaking through.

Why the Los Angeles Clippers do it

If the Paul George situation really is that bad, collecting a few draft picks to go along with a franchise point guard under contract for the next three seasons is a good way to save face from what history would look back at as a disastrous transaction.

Daniel Theis would be a solid addition at the center position if Montrezl Harrell walks in free agency. If Leonard bolts, Theis could also hit the open market having played on a likely top team out west.