Buying:
The Detroit Pistons
Before I get barked at, I’m not saying that they’re going to be a true contender or anything, but I think the coaching of Casey in combined with an acclimated Griffin, who they’ve been running the offence through a lot, an improving Drummond (specifically as a passer and FT shooter), and a guy ready to breakout in Stanley Johnson. I think they’ll be better than the Wizards.
Selling:
The Portland Trail Blazers
The Blazers had a really surprisingly strong season in ‘17-‘18, only to get swept by the Pels. They didn’t nearly improve enough to keep that spot, as I think OKC, Denver, New Orleans, LAL and San Antonio are all going to be better than them this season. I expect them to fall to the low seeds, if healthy.