He believes the high amount of salary cap space held by the New England Patriots mid-season suggests they may be planning a significant trade acquisition.

“It does feel like they're potentially cooking for a big play. Does that mean that the trade deadline is about to be banana?”

NBA punishment for salary cap circumvention should be swift and harsh to deter other teams from attempting similar actions.

“I don't think you have a choice because what you what you try to do punishment should be swift and harsh. But punishment is not about the individual or the organization that committed the act. It's also about sending a message to deter others from committing said acts.”