"Now we can only look to the buyout market, but this year's buyout market is very limited."
Dempsey rushed to Tang Tian's estate with an anxious look on his face.
In order to retain last season's key contributors, Diop and West, the Pelicans' roster this season had become somewhat top-heavy.
They were short on backup players on the perimeter.
This kind of roster construction feared injuries the most.
Especially injuries like this that happened after the Trade Deadline, leaving very little room for adjustment.
"My idea is to waive either Boris or David, then sign a guard from the buyout market.
Nelson, Sessions, and Temple are all candidates worth considering. They're under contract, but I can talk to them privately."
Dempsey continued.
Having spent so much time with Tang Tian, he had begun doing much more homework himself.
"That's one way to do it."
Tang Tian affirmed Dempsey's suggestion.
Dempsey broke into a delighted smile.
He had basically always followed Tang Tian's lead before, and Tang Tian rarely approved of his suggestions.
"But I think there's a better way."
Tang Tian continued.
Dempsey nodded and listened carefully.
It was already good enough that Tang Tian approved of his suggestion. Of course, he knew Tang Tian had to have a better solution.
Otherwise, he would not have come here.
"Malcolm's injury will require at most two months of rest. In other words, he can still make it back for the Playoffs, so I don't think we necessarily need to sign anyone new."
"But Malcolm's condition after he recovers from injury..."
Dempsey voiced his concern.
"That is a concern, but I believe in him. He has been a very mature player ever since he entered the league, and his ability to adjust is extremely strong."
Dempsey nodded after hearing Tang Tian's words.