Farewell Korver

Ed Stefanski has made his first major move as GM and it was to trade Kyle Korver in an obvious salary cap-reducing move. The Sixers take back Gordan Giricek and a first round draft pick (that we might not exercise for 7 years). I personally am a little upset. I know some people didn't like the contract Korver had but it was not that bad when he was playing to his strengths (spotting up along the perimeter, making hustle plays, embracing the 6th man role). The problem is that this team cannot afford to stock up with great role players when they don't have any core franchise guys in place. We clear more money, still have to sign Iguodala (we are planning on that still right?), and still have to decide what to do with Miller. Rebuilding 101 states that you need to gut your team of all guys not on their rookie contracts or not providing obvious benefits if you plan to turn the team over. Korver unfortunately suffered on the "business" end of the NBA. He's a good player for his strengths. He never tried to do too much and he played hard to make up for what he lacked in natural ability. He's also a great person and one that will be missed in Philly. After Iverson, it was possible that Korver was the next fan favorite. Can't stay attached to guys on the roster when the team is not in contention of anything. Good luck to you Kyle. Utah will give you a nice shot at something bigger.