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And they still don't have nearly enough space. So theyll likely have to use some of those picks to get off of contracts. Just an awful deal, IMO.

When I heard that I thought "They really think Brunson is going to turn them around?" They gave up Kemba Walker and a lottery pick for a good player who isn't nearly enough to move the needle for them. It was such a Knicks move.
 
I should edit that. They gave up Kemba Walker and a lottery pick for a CHANCE to sign a good player who isn't nearly enough to move the needle for them.
 
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When I heard that I thought "They really think Brunson is going to turn them around?" They gave up Kemba Walker and a lottery pick for a good player who isn't nearly enough to move the needle for them. It was such a Knicks move.
Haha remember when they wouldn't give KD the max? LOL.
 
My same source that was dead on with the Jerami Grant info over 2 months ago down to almost the exact package we'd trade for him and how Grant could get Detroit to trade him here, said this about tonight:

Dame is 100% on board with Sharpe. He along with everyone else in the front office thinks he could potentially be the best player in the draft.

Dame did want them to see what they could get by trading the pick, but he told them numerous times not to make a trade out of desperation or to overpay for anyone. He said he was willing to be patient with the process, even if it involves having to wait for younger players to develop.

Much like last summer with Siakam, talks with Toronto were pretty much the Blazers inquiring about OG but the Raptors never offering a serious trade that wouldn't have been way too high of a price tag. The Blazers tried multiple times to see if they would reconsider their offer, but it was always way too much. Dame said not to do it if that's what they're asking for.

A deal involving 12 and other assets (Dort or picks or whatever) was talked about with OKC. The value of Sharpe's potential was not worth moving off of 7 unless he wasn't there anymore.
 
My same source that was dead on with the Jerami Grant info over 2 months ago down to almost the exact package we'd trade for him and how Grant could get Detroit to trade him here, said this about tonight:

Dame is 100% on board with Sharpe. He along with everyone else in the front office thinks he could potentially be the best player in the draft.

Dame did want them to see what they could get by trading the pick, but he told them numerous times not to make a trade out of desperation or to overpay for anyone. He said he was willing to be patient with the process, even if it involves having to wait for younger players to develop.

Much like last summer with Siakam, talks with Toronto were pretty much the Blazers inquiring about OG but the Raptors never offering a serious trade that wouldn't have been way too high of a price tag. The Blazers tried multiple times to see if they would reconsider their offer, but it was always way too much. Dame said not to do it if that's what they're asking for.

A deal involving 12 and other assets (Dort or picks or whatever) was talked about with OKC. The value of Sharpe's potential was not worth moving off of 7 unless he wasn't there anymore.
Any potential for Thybulle at this point?
 
My same source that was dead on with the Jerami Grant info over 2 months ago down to almost the exact package we'd trade for him and how Grant could get Detroit to trade him here, said this about tonight:

Dame is 100% on board with Sharpe. He along with everyone else in the front office thinks he could potentially be the best player in the draft.

Dame did want them to see what they could get by trading the pick, but he told them numerous times not to make a trade out of desperation or to overpay for anyone. He said he was willing to be patient with the process, even if it involves having to wait for younger players to develop.

Much like last summer with Siakam, talks with Toronto were pretty much the Blazers inquiring about OG but the Raptors never offering a serious trade that wouldn't have been way too high of a price tag. The Blazers tried multiple times to see if they would reconsider their offer, but it was always way too much. Dame said not to do it if that's what they're asking for.

A deal involving 12 and other assets (Dort or picks or whatever) was talked about with OKC. The value of Sharpe's potential was not worth moving off of 7 unless he wasn't there anymore.

Sharpe has the most upside of anyone with the possible exception of Ivey and Holmgren. This was a fantastic get for us. It took me awhile to zero in on who I wanted in this draft where we were drafting, but in the end I wanted Sharpe and was thrilled we got him. I had also wanted Sochan and Duren, but at 7 I preferred Sharpe due to his upside. He has all the tools to be a complete player at the wing and I haven't been this excited for a Rookie we've drafted since Dame.
 
Any potential for Thybulle at this point?
From what I'm being told, that was contingent on the 76ers needing a 3rd team to take him in an Eric Gordon trade but they decided on DeAnthony Melton instead.

Could be revisited but I don't think Portland has minutes for Thybulle.
 
My same source that was dead on with the Jerami Grant info over 2 months ago down to almost the exact package we'd trade for him and how Grant could get Detroit to trade him here, said this about tonight:

Dame is 100% on board with Sharpe. He along with everyone else in the front office thinks he could potentially be the best player in the draft.

Dame did want them to see what they could get by trading the pick, but he told them numerous times not to make a trade out of desperation or to overpay for anyone. He said he was willing to be patient with the process, even if it involves having to wait for younger players to develop.

Much like last summer with Siakam, talks with Toronto were pretty much the Blazers inquiring about OG but the Raptors never offering a serious trade that wouldn't have been way too high of a price tag. The Blazers tried multiple times to see if they would reconsider their offer, but it was always way too much. Dame said not to do it if that's what they're asking for.

A deal involving 12 and other assets (Dort or picks or whatever) was talked about with OKC. The value of Sharpe's potential was not worth moving off of 7 unless he wasn't there anymore.

Im in. LFG!
 
Sharpe has the most upside of anyone with the possible exception of Ivey and Holmgren. This was a fantastic get for us. It took me awhile to zero in on who I wanted in this draft where we were drafting, but in the end I wanted Sharpe and was thrilled we got him. I had also wanted Sochan and Duren, but at 7 I preferred Sharpe due to his upside. He has all the tools to be a complete player at the wing and I haven't been this excited for a Rookie we've drafted since Dame.

Just replying to say I see what you guys are seeing. I did let my immediate emotions elevate my language a touch. I do have my concerns, but I do see the other side of it.
 
Portland Trail Blazers: Shaedon Sharpe, G, Kentucky
Sharpe is the biggest question mark of the draft and will need additional time to adjust to the NBA's pace and spacing after not logging a single minute at Kentucky. If the Trail Blazers are patient, Sharpe might have ended up in the perfect situation playing alongside Damian Lillard and Anfernee Simons in the backcourt. Grade: B

I'm not liking this pick.
 
Just replying to say I see what you guys are seeing. I did let my immediate emotions elevate my language a touch. I do have my concerns, but I do see the other side of it.

I think it's good that you have concerns about elevating your language ....
 
Dame is 100% on board with Sharpe. He along with everyone else in the front office thinks he could potentially be the best player in the draft. Dame did want them to see what they could get by trading the pick, but he told them numerous times not to make a trade out of desperation or to overpay for anyone. He said he was willing to be patient with the process, even if it involves having to wait for younger players to develop.
Assuming your source is indeed connected to internal Blazer workings, this makes me very happy about Dame's input to the direction of the franchise. The good of the team is always more important then any one player.

With measurements and clips, Sharpe sure looks impressive. I didn't weigh in on him because of the lack of real play to evaluate and get a true sense, but management obviously had a lot more access. We shall see in time, but I'm very pleased they went with the guy who they felt will help them in the long term and didn't only focus on a quick fix for 2022-3. That said, good god did the Pistons win the draft. Unbelievable night for them.

STOMP
 
Hmmm I’m not sold on Walker
Overall, it's an end of the draft pick so fingers crossed. Playing devil's advocate and shining a light on a negative, checking out the combine #s he had the 6th highest % of body fat of the guys who measured at over 12%. You'd think prepping for the draft guys would be as focused as possible on being in shape right? Hopefully they set him straight with workouts/nutrition and good habits early and he's able to take his fitness to another level.

STOMP
 
Sharpe I don't know anything about just like didn't know anything about Simons that has turn out to pretty good. I don't expect not to much out Sharpe this year due to him being out basketball for a year. We will good glimpse of him during summer league due to that's more guard type of league. I think our 57th pick was pretty good pick that deep in the draft. But the Blazers went for length and players that should be good defenders due to there history. I would give Blazers a B for last night draft it could move to a A if Sharpe is good as the hype is.
 
I just find it funny because taking Sharpe is like taking Giannis back in 2013. I know I’m not the only one who laments taking CJ over a high ceiling guy like Giannis. This time we took the high ceiling guy instead of the safe pick. This is how we end up with a superstar. There’s definitely risk. But I’d rather take the chance.
 
Detroit has got itself a SQUAD. I may actually drive an hour south once in a while - apparently seats are easy to come by, although that should change. Troy Weaver = rebuild king.
 
Nikola Jovic
And
Nikola Jokic

Need to be teammates

Jovic to Jokic back to Jovic and he passes it into Jokic
Jovic dribbles into the paint and dishes to Jokic pump fake, Jokic back to Jovic, Jovic for 3!… No good. Rebound Jokic, passes back out to Jovic.
 
Detroit has got itself a SQUAD. I may actually drive an hour south once in a while - apparently seats are easy to come by, although that should change. Troy Weaver = rebuild king.

Damn. Gotta love certainty when you rebuild.


Oh wait....
 
I just find it funny because taking Sharpe is like taking Giannis back in 2013. I know I’m not the only one who laments taking CJ over a high ceiling guy like Giannis. This time we took the high ceiling guy instead of the safe pick. This is how we end up with a superstar. There’s definitely risk. But I’d rather take the chance.

100% this! I wanted Giannis and Gobert in 2013 and fwiw, I wanted Sharpe at our pick. I would have taken Smith or Banchero over him, but that's it. I would have considered Holmgren, but Sharpe is who I really wanted after Paolo and Jabari.
 
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