In this trade, the Cavaliers got a rising star, a second pick with outstanding talent who hadn't had much opportunity in his rookie season, and a full-sized 3D guard who seemed capable of replacing Hansen.
You could say that the Grizzlies really went all out for Hansen, swallowing the gaping maw that the Cavaliers had opened up.
As a result, the moment the trade was executed, a wave of mockery ensued.
"The Grizzlies passed on Evans, Curry, and Harden last year to choose Thabeet, and now for Hansen, they are handing over so much. Why didn't they just use the second pick to choose him last year?"
"I'm saying, Grizzlies management, did you only see Hansen play against the Celtics in that playoff round? He did play well, but it was just for three games!"
"The Cavaliers have hit the jackpot, now LeBron has no reason to leave. This is definitely the most successful trade they've had in the past decade!"
