Pickens for Achane Trade Proposal #729
729 is only a slight exaggeration, but I'm hoping he's starting to wear down a bit as he finally sends me a counter after months of rejecting my exhaustive overpays. The Pickens side is the 2-time league champ, so all he wants is to build generational dominance with 2027 picks and keep all of the guys he won with. I think his cocky ass is starting to realize that you can't do both.
The counter he proposed was not flattering, nor was it actually a counter. It was a part of a 3-team deal that includes him getting Gibbs from another contender. I don't see this gaining any traction whatsoever, but that tight grip is loosening. In his proposal; I send Walker, Pickens and a 2027 1st for Achane and BTJ.
My initial response was to add Warren to the deal. He won't do that, so my main goal from here on out is to try to keep it simple and at least show a little more restraint. I have another 2027 1st in my back pocket, but I'm keeping it tucked.
Anyway, long winded. Who's side you taking? For context, getting Achane would likely put my lineup into a new tier, so the 2027 1st is in the 1.05 to 1.08 range.