Just to clear a few things up:
Kid is now listed at 6' 10" and 235lbs. That's from his stint in Europe where he had solid numbers.
His wing span is 7' 4"
He's the all time leading shot blocker in NCAA history.
He can jump out of the gym. He's tough and physical.
I'd much rather roll the dice on this kid than an old bum who's gonna be injured for 75% of the time here while we pay them 1 million. This kid will cost peanuts on a non-guaranteed deal for the regular season.
If he does work out, he'll be another trade asset. Look how good Steimsma was as a role player after 25 games. Look at Greg Smith for Houston or Chris Copeland for New York.
These guys just need a chance.
Let's give it to him for $450,000.
Even if he's just there putting pressure on our roster in practice and threatening their roster spot with his defense, the least it will do is encourage them to play harder.
This now makes me think we are going after a serious big man, not just a rim protector, in any trades.
The trade winds are a coming. Can you hear them whistling across the shore?