Part of the problem with trying to trade for a superstar is having enough left over that the team can still contend, or at the very least, makes for a roster the star would want to join.

Portland’s Damian Lillard alluded to just that when discussing potential landing spots.

That’s why it was a solid sign that when Lillard was asked recently on “The Last Stand” podcast, he not only mentioned the Nets as “an obvious” choice, but added that they have a “capable” roster.

And now comes a report that suggests any potential deal with Brooklyn may be able to be done without having to include Mikal Bridges or even Nic Claxton.