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**endora60** · 05-05-2006, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by ThePrideOfClyde

What I wouldn't do however, is draft Reddick. Just because he is somewhat of a hometown hero, and has an amazing radar (on the college level) doesn't mean he would be a good fit in Bernie's system. In fact, he would be quite the opposite. I want y'all to close your eyes, and think long and hard about another player that was lights-out in college. He went and still goes by the name of Keith Van Horn, who currently warms the bench for the Dallas Mavericks. I envision J.J. Reddick being the same type of player.

Why? How're you seeing those two in any way the same?

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What you guys need is an automatic scoring threat. Someone who can create his own shot. Someone that needs the ball when the game is on the line. And, if Charlotte gets a higher pick than Portland, then my guess would be that they pick up Adam Morrison out of Gonzaga. He would be the best fit for the 'Cats, and I also think the 'Cats would be the best fit for Morrison.

I agree. Morrison's still top of my Hit Parade, if he's available. He's cornerstone material, IMO.

Laurie

ThePrideOfClyde · 05-06-2006, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by endora60

Why? How're you seeing those two in any way the same?

Because they both were big scorers in college, were compared to Larry Bird, and do nothing more than shoot from long-range. Questionable defense is also a characteristic of the two. IMHO, Reddick isn't even worth wasting a first round pick on. The guy is going to be a major bust in the league unless he gets drafted by Houston. That is the only way that guy will have a somewhat decent career.

And, now that I look further into things, the Blazers are moving more towards drafting Andrea Bargnani. So, it looks like you'll get your man after all. I think Ammo will look good in a Bobcats uni.

**endora60** · 05-06-2006, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ThePrideOfClyde

And, now that I look further into things, the Blazers are moving more towards drafting Andrea Bargnani. So, it looks like you'll get your man after all. I think Ammo will look good in a Bobcats uni.

Where's the source for that, please? That'd be wonderful for Charlotte, but last I read a couple days ago, Nate McMillan still thought the sun rose and set on Adam Morrison and was going all-out to get him. Bargnani would do well for them, and I've talked to several Blazers fans who'd love to have him above Morrison, but supposedly Nate's still high on Adam.

Laurie

step · 05-06-2006, 06:07 PM

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Bargnani would do well for them, and I've talked to several Blazers fans who'd love to have him above Morrison, but supposedly Nate's still high on Adam.

Good, I want the Bulls to be able to pick from the cream of the crop!

**shookem** · 05-12-2006, 08:54 AM

With a froncourt of Okafor/Brezec/May, I don't know how the Bobcats could pass on Alridge, Bargnani, Morrison, Thomas.

It looks like this team is still in the long term rebuilding mode, so I'd go with Thomas first, then Bargnani then Morrison.

**nutmeged3** · 05-23-2006, 06:07 PM

We got the 3rd pick not bad

Chan · 05-23-2006, 10:40 PM

Draft Brandon Roy and trade down if needed.

step · 05-23-2006, 11:00 PM

3rd pick, pretty much in the drivers seat to pick Morrison, a big or Roy.

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Draft Brandon Roy and trade down if needed.

Drafting Brandon Roy might require trading up. With Colangelo at the helm who knows who he'll pick. He could go with the "safe" choice and friend of Bosh, Aldridge. Or he could add Roy for need. Not to mention the rumours that they might want Bargnani, which really doesn't make sense to me.
Villaneuva is already out of position with Bosh at the 4, where in the hell will Bargnani play? He's not quick enough for the wing or strong enough for the middle, and with Bosh not budging for Villaneuva, I don't expect him to do so for Bargnani.

**Diable** · 05-24-2006, 12:11 AM

I've already floated the idea of trading down one spot with the Portland board.They have picks #30 and #31.If the Blazers want to pick Morrison badly enough to give us either of those picks to move up one spot then I would pull the trigger bang bang and not think twice.I would be willing to take less,but I have no idea what Bernie's thinking is.

I am willing to do that deal and then do another if we only drop down far enough the we still end up with Roy who is the player I really want to start with.

Carbo04 · 05-24-2006, 12:38 AM

Toronto and Chicago with better picks than us? What a bunch of ****.

**Tince** · 05-24-2006, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Diable

I've already floated the idea of trading down one spot with the Portland board.They have picks #30 and #31.If the Blazers want to pick Morrison badly enough to give us either of those picks to move up one spot then I would pull the trigger bang bang and not think twice.I would be willing to take less,but I have no idea what Bernie's thinking is.

I am willing to do that deal and then do another if we only drop down far enough the we still end up with Roy who is the player I really want to start with.

It would be difficult to try and swap picks with Portland and still convince them you'd take Morrison if they don't do the trade. I don't think Portland is sold on Morrison either, which would make it even harder.

Best chance of swapping picks with Portland would require they fall in love with Morrison and you prove you have another team willing to trade to #3 and take him.

Chan · 05-24-2006, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by step

3rd pick, pretty much in the drivers seat to pick Morrison, a big or Roy.

Drafting Brandon Roy might require trading up. With Colangelo at the helm who knows who he'll pick. He could go with the "safe" choice and friend of Bosh, Aldridge. Or he could add Roy for need. Not to mention the rumours that they might want Bargnani, which really doesn't make sense to me.
Villaneuva is already out of position with Bosh at the 4, where in the hell will Bargnani play? He's not quick enough for the wing or strong enough for the middle, and with Bosh not budging for Villaneuva, I don't expect him to do so for Bargnani.

Interesting. Colangelo make Villanueva work, but picking another similar player this time would be just foolish. So far, I'm convinced Aldrige is their choice, because he has roughly as much potential (ugh) as Roy. They are both solid picks, but I think Aldrige would end their tragic center controversy of Hoffa or Sow. MoPete is a serviceable wing for now.

Anyone have thoughts on how Tyrus Thomas factors into all this? Not many people talk about him.

step · 05-25-2006, 01:49 AM

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but I think Aldrige would end their tragic center controversy of Hoffa or Sow.

Ugh, I really want to know what in the earth made Babcock chose him. It's a shame to think they could of had Jameer Nelson, Andre Iguodala or even Josh Smith.

Anyways the thought of Aldridge at the C just makes me shudder. Everything just points to pushover at that position to me.

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Colangelo make Villanueva work

Colangelo? eh.
Anyways, I can understand having him at the 3, he's somehow quicker than Bosh and you really want him on the court, I just don't see him being that successful on the wing for long periods of time.

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Anyone have thoughts on how Tyrus Thomas factors into all this? Not many people talk about him.

Mainly because he really wouldn't complement the roster that well. They're set with the two C's and they really don't need another forward who would operate near or in the post. Even with my doubts (hey i'm no GM) Aldridge may provide them with a decent C, and Bargnani gives them a great outside threat. Thomas just makes no sense.
I won't bother going into it as draftexpress says it better than I could.

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It would not be a stretch to say that he has a higher ceiling that any other player in this draft class considering his physical attributes and how long he’s been playing basketball, but his intangibles lead you to believe that he also has what it takes to actually realize that potential as well.

He's listed at 6-9 215lbs, but rumours have growing an inch and already gaining 15lbs of muscle. It's quite scary to think of a 6-10 power forward with a 40+ inch vertical.

I have them picking Bargnani, he's talented and makes the most sense, even if he's a 4 . I actually don't see the hiring of Benetton Treviso boss Gherardini playing much of a factor in this, which actually amuses me, I don't know why.

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