Raptors Still Pursuing Diaw + AK47 To Toronto Trade Idea

With the Nets' deal for Carmelo Anthony dead, at least for now, the Toronto Raptors are again trying to land Charlotte forward Boris Diaw, one of the key players in the proposed Anthony blockbuster. The Raptors thought they had finalized a deal for Diaw over the summer, but Charlotte owner Michael Jordan reportedly nixed it at the 11th hour.

Via NY Daily News


While I'm not a fan of Diaw, a deal surrounding Diaw and Jose Calderon makes sense for both teams. Bobcats get a starting caliber PG while the Raptors save money at the cost of creating a bigger logjam at the 4 spot. Diaw used to be able the play the 3 spot.

So this little NY Daily News blurb got me thinking. The Melo 4 way trade scenario had the Jazz receiving Diaw for Kirilenko, mainly due to luxury tax savings. Since I don't think Diaw is a fit on a team like the Raptors, here is my 3 team idea involving the Raptors, Jazz and the Bobcats.

Trade:
Jose Calderon
Reggie Evans
David Andersen

Receive:
Andrei Kirilenko
Eduardo Najera
Sundiata Gaines

Trade:
Andrei Kirilenko
Ronnie Price
Sundiata Gaines

Receive:

Boris Diaw
Reggie Evans


Trade:

Boris Diaw
Eduardo Najera

Receive:

Jose Calderon
David Andersen
Ronnie Price