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Best options for Brooklyn Nets in a Blazers trade

By Josh Rudy

Feb 19, 2016; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets new general manager Sean Marks speaks to the media during a press conference before a game against the New York Knicks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 19, 2016; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets new general manager Sean Marks speaks to the media during a press conference before a game against the New York Knicks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 11, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Meyers Leonard (11) celebrates Portland’s 122-120 win over Sacramento Kings in overtime at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 11, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Meyers Leonard (11) celebrates Portland’s 122-120 win over Sacramento Kings in overtime at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports /

2) Meyers Leonard

Contract: $9.9 million (2017-18); $10.6 million (2018-19); $11.3 million (2019-20)

2016-17 Statistics: 74 GP (12 starts); 16.5 Minutes/Game; 5.4 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 1.0 APG

Entering his sixth year in the league, Meyers Leonard has yet to find a consistent role with Portland. In 2015-16, he averaged almost 22 minutes per game, before regressing to 16.5 last season. After being a lottery pick in 2012 (11th overall), Leonard is chomping at the bit to become an integral part of an organization.

At 7’1″, 245 pounds, Leonard could become the primary backup to Brook Lopez. Despite his size, he also possesses the athleticism and shooting touch to slide to the power forward, if needed.

Here, you get a glimpse of his athleticism, shooting ability, and passion for the game. His array of skills makes him a possible fit for Brooklyn, especially if they were granted another first-round pick. Leonard is still only 25 years old, and the big difference between him and the previously mentioned players is his contract. While it is still quite large, the Nets could be the team to allow him to play “up to his contract.”

If an opportunity arises for the Nets to acquire Leonard, along with a first-round pick, they should consider the offer long and hard. This may be the most likely option for both teams, considering his current role with the Blazers organization.