Grizzlies Could Deal First-Round Picks (#12, # 25 + # 28)

[slamtheking]

Whoever we draft we wont play anyway. i dont think this draft is deep enough to make a difference to move up 7 spots while trading a decent energy guy off the bench.

With the solid playoff run we're having, this makes more sense.  if the team rolled over like they did in the regular season then Danny would have to look into acquiring some of those picks.

That's the thing with moving BBD to acquire those picks (either with the #19 or by himself) --> he's got energy but he still can't finish well around the rim.  If the C's were to move BBD and the #19 for the #12 and the #25, I have no doubt Danny could find a solid big man that would have no problem finishing around the rim without the constant concern of getting stuffed by bigger, more athletic players.

[xmuscularghandix]

I wouldn't trade BBD to move from 19 to 12.  I'm not sure there is much difference in this draft from player 12 to 19.

Yeah, I agree, unless Epke Udoh is still available at 12 ... I wouldn't be looking to trade up.

The talent level at 10-16 isn't great and not much better than the guys Boston are able to get in the 17-25 range.

Udoh is the only player who really interests me in that 10-16 range and he interests me a great deal. Being able to get him without giving up any of the starting five would be a huge coup.

I agree on Udoh.

[Birdbrain]

Whoever we draft we wont play anyway. i dont think this draft is deep enough to make a difference to move up 7 spots while trading a decent energy guy off the bench.

With the solid playoff run we're having, this makes more sense.  if the team rolled over like they did in the regular season then Danny would have to look into acquiring some of those picks.

That's the thing with moving BBD to acquire those picks (either with the #19 or by himself) --> he's got energy but he still can't finish well around the rim.  If the C's were to move BBD and the #19 for the #12 and the #25, I have no doubt Danny could find a solid big man that would have no problem finishing around the rim without the constant concern of getting stuffed by bigger, more athletic players.

I would put serious money on the fact that Danny doesn't give 1 iota of concern with regards to BBD being blocked.  The only place that gets any run is here or other Blogs.

I would stay pat and let Danny do his thing like usual and keep BBD at the great price of 3m a year.  The draft appears very weak at PF/Center positions.  Heck after the top 3 or 4 they are all about the same.

[Eddie20]

Look for the Grizz to probably sell one of those picks, the 25 & 28 being the most likely,as most teams to when they have 3 picks. Another option could be that the Grizz may not be enamored with who is left at 12, so they could then be inclined to trade the #12 for the #19 and cash.

[slamtheking]

Whoever we draft we wont play anyway. i dont think this draft is deep enough to make a difference to move up 7 spots while trading a decent energy guy off the bench.

With the solid playoff run we're having, this makes more sense.  if the team rolled over like they did in the regular season then Danny would have to look into acquiring some of those picks.

That's the thing with moving BBD to acquire those picks (either with the #19 or by himself) --> he's got energy but he still can't finish well around the rim.  If the C's were to move BBD and the #19 for the #12 and the #25, I have no doubt Danny could find a solid big man that would have no problem finishing around the rim without the constant concern of getting stuffed by bigger, more athletic players.

I would put serious money on the fact that Danny doesn't give 1 iota of concern with regards to BBD being blocked.  The only place that gets any run is here or other Blogs.

I would stay pat and let Danny do his thing like usual and keep BBD at the great price of 3m a year.  The draft appears very weak at PF/Center positions.  Heck after the top 3 or 4 they are all about the same.

I disagree.  I think Danny's always looking to upgrade whenever he can.  BBD's slot is one of those places where an upgrade isn't stretching reality. 

[Michael Anthony]

Whoever we draft we wont play anyway. i dont think this draft is deep enough to make a difference to move up 7 spots while trading a decent energy guy off the bench.

With the solid playoff run we're having, this makes more sense.  if the team rolled over like they did in the regular season then Danny would have to look into acquiring some of those picks.

That's the thing with moving BBD to acquire those picks (either with the #19 or by himself) --> he's got energy but he still can't finish well around the rim.  If the C's were to move BBD and the #19 for the #12 and the #25, I have no doubt Danny could find a solid big man that would have no problem finishing around the rim without the constant concern of getting stuffed by bigger, more athletic players.

Udoh and Luwal would be a great start. However, I would not pull the trigger unless Udoh was available.

The MLE is for backup wing players.

[Michael Anthony]

Plus, we are likely to lose Baby after next season anyway.

[clover]

Whoever we draft we wont play anyway. i dont think this draft is deep enough to make a difference to move up 7 spots while trading a decent energy guy off the bench.

With the solid playoff run we're having, this makes more sense.  if the team rolled over like they did in the regular season then Danny would have to look into acquiring some of those picks.

That's the thing with moving BBD to acquire those picks (either with the #19 or by himself) --> he's got energy but he still can't finish well around the rim.  If the C's were to move BBD and the #19 for the #12 and the #25, I have no doubt Danny could find a solid big man that would have no problem finishing around the rim without the constant concern of getting stuffed by bigger, more athletic players.

I would put serious money on the fact that Danny doesn't give 1 iota of concern with regards to BBD being blocked.  The only place that gets any run is here or other Blogs.

I would stay pat and let Danny do his thing like usual and keep BBD at the great price of 3m a year.  The draft appears very weak at PF/Center positions.  Heck after the top 3 or 4 they are all about the same.

I disagree.  I think Danny's always looking to upgrade whenever he can.  BBD's slot is one of those places where an upgrade isn't stretching reality. 

I think if Danny could pick up a seasoned, proven BBD-level C/PF by making a Belichickian move from 12 to 19 he'd do it in a heartbeat--so I'm not sure why he would do the reverse.

[winsomme]

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I would love if the C's could jump up to # 12 to try and grab ekpe udoh(if he is still on the board) . I don't know what we could offer? Maybe #19 and BBD?


I wouldn't mind grabbing that # 25 pick either if they can't move up to #12. Grab a couple of prospects at #19 and #25 where danny does his best drafting.

I wouldn't trade BBD to move from 19 to 12.  I'm not sure there is much difference in this draft from player 12 to 19. We would be giving up a clutch playoff bench player for no reason imo.  I say we let Danny do his magic with the 19th pick.  

I believe the Chad Ford note that MEM wants Babbitt, so it's going to be interesting to see how they will make that happen. Will they just outright draft him at 12 or will they do a Belichick type move and get him by moving down in the draft to pick up something extra (eg the proposed BBD deal).

It seems to me that both Hayward and Babbitt are moving into lottery territory. I like both of them, but the good news in that regard is someone (a prospect that most thought would be gone by #19) has to drop.

Ford says Henry, but that would be insane. That would be like getting Pierce because Henry is a huge talent. But just do the math, if H and B move up, someone looks to drop right into our lap...