Nick Young to Clippers, Nene to Wizards and Javale McGee Traded to Nuggets
Lob City just got a new member as the Los Angeles Clippers have completed a three-team trade to acquire guard Nick Young.
From Michael Lee of the Washington Post:
"Source: #wizards close to 3-team deal: JaVale McGee & Ronny Turiaf to Nuggets; Nick Young to Clippers; Nene, Brian Cook & pick to WAS
— Michael Lee (@MrMichaelLee) March 15, 2012"
This blockbuster deal will give all three teams something they need.
What it means
The Clippers are now loaded on offense. Young brings his 16.6 points per game into an offense that needed a true shooting guard. His presence on the perimeter will provide much-needed balance to the team's lineup.
It also means the Wizards now have a banger to pair with Andray Blatche. Washington has struggled in the paint on both sides of the floor and Nene will certainly help in that area of need.
More importantly, the Wizards have another pick with which to improve their team in the future. John Wall won't be able to do it all on his own.
The Nuggets receive a younger version of Nene for a fraction of the price, and they can start going in that direction with their frontcourt.
What happens next
These teams are done dealing for now as the trade deadline is upon us.
The Clippers are going to see the most immediate impact as Young will give them a big lift on offense. They now have to be considered one of the frontrunners to win the NBA championship.
It also means the Clippers are now the best game in town, trumping the Los Angeles Lakers.
