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Mediocre Man said:
Not in this draft. Wiggins is the guy, plus he has no history of back injuries like Embiid
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Most scouts think Embiid is the only transcendent talent in this draft. Wiggins seems to be Paul George, in the absolute best-case scenario, but without George's drive and passion.
 
RoyToy said:
What is Olshey going to do to improve this team?
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Trade LMA and Batum for future picks and role players, and then watch the free agents role into the Rose City to play with Lillard and Wiggins, er, Embiid, er, Parker!! Yeah, Parker!
 
A guy with a Paul George ceiling is nothing to sneeze at. There are so few elite two way players in the nba. If wiggins can be that, he's worth a top slot.
 
yuyuza1 said:
A guy with a Paul George ceiling is nothing to sneeze at. There are so few elite two way players in the nba. If wiggins can be that, he's worth a top slot.
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IF the back of Embiid checks out I don't see how you can pass that up.
 
PapaG said:
Most scouts think Embiid is the only transcendent talent in this draft. Wiggins seems to be Paul George, in the absolute best-case scenario, but without George's drive and passion.
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Wiggins best case is Kobe.
 
PapaG said:
Most scouts think Embiid is the only transcendent talent in this draft. Wiggins seems to be Paul George, in the absolute best-case scenario, but without George's drive and passion.
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and outside shot.

I would take Wiggins over Embiid, because I think Wiggins will be good. But right now he isn't. So no doubt it is a risk. It's not like Durant where you saw him light it up in college. But no way do I take a center who has not dominated either.
 
Embid is a far superior prospect and its not even close.

But I'm too snake bitten to want the Blazers to draft him. Couldn't handle another bust.
 
If Embiid pans out he could be great but is health is a question mark. If you see him run up and down the court, he doesn't look like someone we should take after taking Oden.
The best players in this draft are Wiggins and Exum, I think Exum fits better because we already have Batum. I would trade Aldridge for Exum if possible.
 
PapaG said:
Most scouts think Embiid is the only transcendent talent in this draft. Wiggins seems to be Paul George, in the absolute best-case scenario, but without George's drive and passion.
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I know a scout and he doesn't think that at all. Who are all these scouts who believe Embiid is the only transcendent talent, and Wiggins is Paul George, at best?
 
Mediocre Man said:
I know a scout and he doesn't think that at all. Who are all these scouts who believe Embiid is the only transcendent talent, and Wiggins is Paul George, at best?
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For a big guy to have back problems already at that age is extremely concerning to me. Plus, this is like Oden/Durant all over again, but like Oden light and Durant light. The Cavs will take Embiid, he'll bust and they will have botched back to back #1 picks.
 
Mediocre Man said:
I know a scout and he doesn't think that at all. Who are all these scouts who believe Embiid is the only transcendent talent, and Wiggins is Paul George, at best?
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What has this scout said about the crop this year?

I think the drop-off after 6/7 is huge.
 
Mediocre Man said:
I know a scout and he doesn't think that at all. Who are all these scouts who believe Embiid is the only transcendent talent, and Wiggins is Paul George, at best?
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Maybe this is the same "common knowledge" as the all star game coach selections?
 
RR7 said:
Maybe this is the same "common knowledge" as the all star game coach selections?
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Lol, well I do not know of a single team in the NBA that would not love Paul George.
 
santeesioux said:
Let's unload Batum for a lotto pick and sign this guy to a toxic offer sheet, lol
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Fez Hammersticks said:
It's clear what they're doing here: Carmelo Anthony.

.....but I don't see what assets they have to get anywhere close.
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I remember hearing that the Rockets were going to decline Parsons' option and let him become a free agent so they can raise his salary.
 
Baracuda said:
I remember hearing that the Rockets were going to decline Parsons' option and let him become a free agent so they can raise his salary.
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Its no so they can raise his salary, this isn't the NFL where a player can hold out and not show up, its a play to keep him or get something of value for him since next year he would be an UFA.
 
Mediocre Man said:
I know a scout and he doesn't think that at all. Who are all these scouts who believe Embiid is the only transcendent talent, and Wiggins is Paul George, at best?
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It was in the thread with Ryen Russillo's article. All 3 scouts he talked to said Embiid was the best player, but has back concerns. Look it up yourself. Your scout friend has been embarrassingly wrong in the past, anyhow.

"Deal coming soon!"
 
Rhal said:
Its no so they can raise his salary, this isn't the NFL where a player can hold out and not show up, its a play to keep him or get something of value for him since next year he would be an UFA.
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It's so they can raise his salary, and sign him to an extension. He's played well above his second rounders pay and they are going to reward him for it.

You're wrong, do some googling bro :cheers:
 
Would the Lakers do this deal?

Batum for #7 and Nash?

Would we?

Nash would fit nicely with our offense...obviously. Bring some much needed playoff experience. Play with or sub for Lillard

We could sign Marion for this season and try to move #7 to Phoenix or Chicago for their two 1sts
 
RR7 said:
Maybe this is the same "common knowledge" as the all star game coach selections?
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Look up Ryen Russillo's article on Grantland. Or, continue to make childish posts.
 
PapaG said:
Look up Ryen Russillo's article on Grantland. Or, continue to make childish posts.
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The first thing they say on TNT is that its not in any particular order, so you think they're wrong?
 
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