Yeah, I figured there was a thread in the NBA Dish forum, but I figured this also belonged in the International forum (let alone the draft implications).
The question I have is whether or not this lowers the theoretical price on that #2 pick. If Cleveland goes with Williams like many are saying now, Irving suddenly becomes less valuable to Minnesota than it would be to a team in need of a PG. For example, if they were to trade that pick to Cleveland and get the 4, they most likely would still be able to acquire their desired pick (Kanter) at the 2 spot, and Cleveland would get what they wanted in Irving at 2. It's pretty much all conjecture at this point, but I hope the Rockets can exploit something, ANYTHING, in these proceedings. Kahn has too big an ego for us not to be able to manipulate him.
Not happening. The question is what do with Beasley/Wes Johnson once you draft Derrick Williams. I wouldn't mind if we were able to get Beasley for cheap... maybe send out a package involving Courtney Lee and others.
After all the speculation about his ability to play in the NBA, we'll finally be able to find out. It's about time.
Don't see Minnesota trading Wes Johnson. And they'll take Kanter whether they are at 2 or trade back to 4 w/ cleveland and detroit. i think they could have a great young team in place.
Yeah, I've been thinking the same thing recently. Remember, at the time Minnesota selected Wes, they had no idea that Miami would be GIVING AWAY Michael Beasley for nothing a couple of weeks later, or that Beasley would be such a nice fit for them as an over-sized SF. Meanwhile, the Wolves were then forced to play Wes out of position at the SG spot, where he has been less than effective. And since it is highly likely that, if they keep the #2 pick, they'll take Williams, I just don't know where Wes fits in on that team. The problem is, short of Kevin Martin (who I'd like to keep if we're "only" getting Wes), who/what do the Rockets have that Minnesota would want in exchange for him?
