Paul's decision earned widespread praise, and even Davis was thrilled, knowing just how much help Paul could bring to him.
The four superstars of the free agent market each found their place, respectively making three playoff teams even more competitive and helping another team that was on the cusp of playoff contention gain the confidence to vie for the semifinals.
While the Brooklyn Nets' Big Three made the free agent market exceptionally lively, the Clippers were not idle. They were not in the mood for spectating.
With Spencer Hawes being poached by the Timberwolves with a lucrative mid-level exception, the Clippers' top priority was to keep their competitive veterans and use their mid-level exception to secure a ready-to-play player.
Considering the Clippers' current roster, Trem believed the team was lacking in primary rotation players on the frontcourt, so he set his sights on Gerald Green.