In a cap-clearing move, Dumars traded Afflalo and Walter Sharpe for basically nothing (future 2nd rounder). This deal only makes sense if Dumars signs a notable big man. The likely target is Glen Davis of the Celtics.
Ever since the Lions traded Shaun Rogers, Detroit's lacked an athlete nicknamed "Big Baby." Glen Davis will fill that void. He's also a good baller. When Garnett went down, Big Baby stepped into the starting role and performed quite well - averaging 15/5 in April. He doesn't quite rebound that well for a 290 pounder, but I imagine the Pistons will get outboarded every game anyway.
If the Pistons don't sign Big Baby, I'll be quite angry. Afflalo was a great role player. Sure, he didn't have the intangibles of a star, but he wasn't afraid to play defense. And he had a great attitude, even throughout that crappy '08/'09 season. Ah well, the Nuggets get another gift. You're welcome.
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