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*BKN 2018

I would be hesitant due to the approaching opt-out but would certainly be interested depending on the cost. I imagine we'd have to center the deal around Hood/Exum/24/future 1st(s)/+(?). BOS has much more than just #1 to offer IND. They have multiple future 1st's in addition to BKN 2017. I'd...

^To pair with Hayward/Gobert

Do you really think we have the assets to acquire George without gutting our roster outside of Hayward/Gobert? I understand he's a rental & it's possible IND could be forced to settle for lesser assets due to PG's known desire to play in LAL. But BOS is also in pursuit of Hayward & has...

I agree our assets are fairly underwhelming but we have enough quantity that we could hypothetically condense it into quality. Finding a trade partner would likely be an issue, but a combination of Hood/Exum/24/future 1st(s) + fillers such Favors/Johnson/Lyles/30/OKC 1st should collectively have...

It's illogic (& particularly unfortunate for Utah this year) to hold the draft prior to FA. It will be interesting to see what DL's strategy/philosophy is on draft night as it will likely indicate their intention of retaining our core/confidence to do so. I agree that this off-season likely...

Although I believe we have a good chance of adding 2 solid prospects by keeping our picks, if we intend on retaining our key FA's it likely makes more sense to condense them as the team would already be fairly deep (pending additional off-season moves) & still in need of potential high-end...

If we pick at #24/30, I'm hoping we are able to come away with 1 of Leaf/Semi/Wilson. Jeanne would have been on that list as well. Bam interests me but I'd be ambivalent about drafting a prospect in the 1st with a skill-set that would limit his potential role/impact when this team is in need of...

Just swapping Love with Gobert should significantly increase CLE's ability to compete with GSW (though it likely wouldn't be nearly enough). By surrounding LBJ with scorers/shooters, CLE is basically playing into GSW's hand. Both teams have multiple elite offensive options but GSW has multiple...

Didn't see your initial post, sounds like we're on the same page.

I don't believe that would be the case 2/3 years from now (assuming Markkanen develops & Bradley/Hayward/Gobert maintain/improve). We would likely need a higher-end 5th starter than Hill, I was just giving an example of the style of PG that I see as a good fit for that hypothetical line-up...

Also, barring drastic changes to the elite team(s), i think it's essential that we aim to peak in 2/3 years as opposed to "going for it" over the next year or 2.

I believe that Gobert gives the Jazz a legitimate chance to win a championship over the duration of his tenure. I don't necessarily advocate structuring a roster in an attempt to counteract a specific team, but if GSW is somehow able to retain their roster long-term, it might be necessary...

*Late 1st

I don't see any realistic trade available right now that could propel this team to a championship in the near future. The only route I see potentially leading to a title is retaining Hayward & condensing all assets (outside of him/Gobert) in search of that third star. Obviously it would be...

I like Tj Leaf as well. Seems like there should still be plenty of solid prospects on the board for both of our 1st rd picks. I would typically advocate condensing the picks in order to move up, but (considering the depth of this draft class) standing pat & counting on DL's track record of...

Dj Wilson is another intruiging option at #24/30

What do people think about Semi Ojeleye? Is he a stretch 4 who can play some 3 or is he a tweener?

Jeanne's mobility/athleticism/fluidity is impressive for his size/length. If he's able to put on some weight/strength & continue developing his outside shot, he has potential as a stretch 4. Assuming his work ethic/character checks out, he could be a steal at #24.

Unfortunately, that's probably true. We're somewhat limited in potential moves before FA.