US media simulates three-party transactions of Bucks, Eagles and Wizards: Lillard replaces Trae Yang

US media ClutchPoints updated its dynamics, simulating tripartite transactions.

Trading framework:

- Bucks get: Trae Young (immediately strengthen the offensive firepower, partner with Antetokounmpo)

- Hawks get: Jordan Poole + Marcus Smart + x Andre Jackson Jr. + Taylor Smith + 2 first round swap rights in 2031 (completely rebuild, exchange for young assets + draft picks)

- Wizards get: Damian Lillard + 2 second round picks (get box office superstar, even if it's just a short-term transition)

Bucks' gambling logic: Antetokounmpo is at its peak, and Lillard's Achilles tendon injury may miss the entire next season. Trae Young's pick-and-roll offense can maximize Antetokounmpo's threat, and the combination of the two "one inside and one outside" will make the defender lose sight of one.

The Eagles' reconstruction abacus: Smart provides locker room leadership, Poole serves as the sixth man firepower, and the first round and swap rights in 2031 leave enough room for future operations. This move also avoids the risk of Trae Yang leaving the team freely next year.

Wizards' short-term goal: Although Lillard is injured, he can still improve the box office as a 4-time All-Star and guide newcomers such as Coolibali to grow.

If it comes true, the Eastern Conference will change drastically - the Bucks return to the first echelon of the championship, the Hawks start to become younger, and the Wizards will be awarded the transitional signboard star. But the risk is: Trae Young's defensive shortcomings may be targeted by the playoffs, while Lillard's injury recovery is still unknown.