[Scotto] The Clippers approach the trade deadline $2.47 million above the luxury tax threshold and are looking to get below it. PJ Tucker and Bones Hyland remain available on the trade market
While the Clippers aren’t expected to make a big splash at the trade deadline, they could make some noteworthy moves.
The Clippers approach the trade deadline $2.47 million above the luxury tax threshold and are looking to get below it, league sources told HoopsHype.
Clippers forward PJ Tucker and guard Bones Hyland remain available on the trade market, sources said.
Tucker, who’s owed $11.54 million in the final year of his contract, has not been with the team this season. Hyland, who’s had a sporadic role this season, is on the books for $4.16 million and is eligible for restricted free agency this summer while still only 24 years old.
Ideally, the Clippers would like to upgrade the roster on the margins by adding a backup big man while ducking the tax, HoopsHype has learned.
Should the Clippers create an open roster spot via trade, two-way swingman Jordan Miller remains the top conversion candidate, as previously reported by HoopsHype.