Moving into the Top Ten or Lottery

[Mr. Body]

if we trade around pick 10 or so, i'd like black as the target. if we move into the mid teens, bufkin. if he slips slightly past projections into the 20's, id want to move up from 33 and go after dereck lively

I feel like Black won't go past Washington or Utah at 8 and 9. And it seems like Lively will rise. Helps him that there aren't a lot of centers in this draft.

[spurraider21]

I feel like Black won't go past Washington or Utah at 8 and 9. And it seems like Lively will rise. Helps him that there aren't a lot of centers in this draft.

yeah. lively wasnt very productive but there are a lot of good traits there. theres even the faint scent of a jumper which would be massive

[Ariel]

I feel like Black won't go past Washington or Utah at 8 and 9. And it seems like Lively will rise. Helps him that there aren't a lot of centers in this draft.

The problem with centers is that, unless you're absolutely elite, you can get comparable production for much cheaper. Case in point: DeAndre Ayton vs Jock Landale. I feel this may end up the case with Duren (gets overpaid on potential, never goes past role player). Which is why you shouldn't invest heavily on a non star center.

[exstatic]

Trade TOR pick back for pick 13. Trade pick 13 + CHA pick to move up for Black or Whitmore if he falls some?

Toronto not pick could be as high as 7. Should be nothing else needed to get into the top 10

[thiste]

To me Cason Wallace is the target. Mini Kawhi.

[T Park]

Lmfao Dusty gmafb

[rascal]

To be fair the 2021 unprotected MIA pick was the best draft asset at that time.

Spurs could have offered a similar unprotected pick. They needed to make a play at getting Bridges on draft night. I saw his potential.

[rascal]

There are a few solid PG options in this draft class and I expect the Spurs to be actively looking to add one of them.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Not me

I'm not interested in just adding Wemby to a bad team and calling it quits there.

This reads like you positioning yourself against what the team is stated to want to do so you can continue to nonstop.

[rascal]

This reads like you positioning yourself against what the team is stated to want to do so you can continue to nonstop.

It reads like what I don't want to happen and nothing more than that.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

It reads like what I don't want to happen and nothing more than that.

Lowe and others have stated that Wright and co have indicated that they want to bring in Wemby and see what they have first then adjust.

It's what is going to happen most likely.

But hey if you want to pretend anything less than KJ's awesome contract and several of those future firsts is going to get a blue chip prospect which these top 5 teams already have in hand then have fun.

Unfortunately, the UFA is for point guards. There is a scenario where clubs will be looking to shed salary given the new CBA. We could get a guard through there. Outside of that they are going to see how Johnson, Vassell, Sochan, Collins, Branham, Jones, Mamu, and Graham develop.

[rankingtear]

Spurs could have offered a similar unprotected pick. They needed to make a play at getting Bridges on draft night. I saw his potential.

MIA unprotected would still be more valuable at that time.

[Ariel]

Rayan Rupert will be the target if there is a trade up tbh

Freak athlete with elite measurements. Can pick up point guards full court. French. Friends with Wemby already.

Can't say I'm super excited, but I wouldn't complain if we pick him up in the 20s. If he learns to shoot (big if) he could be special.

[rascal]

Lowe and others have stated that Wright and co have indicated that they want to bring in Wemby and see what they have first then adjust.

It's what is going to happen most likely.

But hey if you want to pretend anything less than KJ's awesome contract and several of those future firsts is going to get a blue chip prospect which these top 5 teams already have in hand then have fun.

Unfortunately, the UFA is for point guards. There is a scenario where clubs will be looking to shed salary given the new CBA. We could get a guard through there. Outside of that they are going to see how Johnson, Vassell, Sochan, Collins, Branham, Jones, Mamu, and Graham develop.

It may turn out that way but I'm sure they will explore adding a PG so it's not set in stone they won't add anyone else and just see what they have with the current roster.

That's why they are bringing some pg's in for workouts.

[Ditty]

On the No Dunks Podcast, a trade proposal for the #5 pick for Keldon Johnson and Toronto’s pick. Detroit really doesn’t want to keep drafting young players and need wing help. Plus get a possible lottery pick next year.

[Mr. Body]

I think Detroit revolts if that's all they get. From what I understand, trading Keldon on draft day is next to impossible.

[Mr. Body]

I just noticed that Brooklyn has no picks at all next year. I'm sure they want to move up with their two this year, but wonder if they'd swap one for the Charlotte. They also don't have any in 2026, putting Chicago's potentially in play.

[Thomas82]

To me Cason Wallace is the target. Mini Kawhi.

He would be my choice for point guard. I would also be happy with Nick Smith or Anthony Black.

[Payote75]

I believe our core is almost in place and I don't get wanting to trade a 23 yr old still ascending Keldon he should be part of this core and Devon should be untouchable core is there now it's about the point guard and supporting pieces.

I am more team trade the unknown (picks) for the known asset or start dumping some vets or players not part of the future for picks or someone in an unhappy situation/salary dump of use.

Definitely feel Keldon Devon and Sochan should be here to stay with Wemby.

[Frenchfred]

I just noticed that Brooklyn has no picks at all next year. I'm sure they want to move up with their two this year, but wonder if they'd swap one for the Charlotte. They also don't have any in 2026, putting Chicago's potentially in play.

I read that the Spurs could get Ben Simmons for a pick + McDermott. Is that something to consider?

[Ignazzz]

I read that the Spurs could get Ben Simmons for a pick + McDermott. Is that something to consider?

In my opiniom Yes

[Dverde]

You don’t want Ben Simmons anywhere near this team with Wemby on it.

[Mr. Body]

I read that the Spurs could get Ben Simmons for a pick + McDermott. Is that something to consider?

Simmons' contract is hideous and the belief is strong that he will not play again, or much. If he actually tries to play, that's one thing, but he never cared much for basketball, even at LSU, and torpedoed two franchises already. I wouldn't consider this at all.

[Frenchfred]

Simmons' contract is hideous and the belief is strong that he will not play again, or much. If he actually tries to play, that's one thing, but he never cared much for basketball, even at LSU, and torpedoed two franchises already. I wouldn't consider this at all.

I agree, the biggest problem is his contract otherwise it would be worth the risk.

[Mr. Body]

I agree, the biggest problem is his contract otherwise it would be worth the risk.

Oh, no, you mistake me: he's an awful personality. I wouldn't let someone who is lazy and disinterested anywhere around a young, impressionable team.