If Henry is on the board, he's practically an automatic pick. It's highly unlikely, though.
Trading up to get him around 16 would probably be a smart move. With the RC and Self connection, the Spurs may have the confidence to trade up in the draft for the first time in forever.
IMO, Henry is the guy Spurs will target if they are able to move up a little.
Two month ago, Henry was seen as a best prospect than George, Hayward and Babbitt. It looks like he has now a chance of being drafted being these 3 guys. Throwing cash and/or a future first round pick could be enough to get him.
Also keep in mind that something strange has happened with him when he has hidden his workout with Spurs.
Of the guys who seem to be "realistically get-able," Henry is probably my top choice. If you had to list some of the top needs for the Spurs, near the top would be: athleticism, length, defense, and perimeter shooting. With all of those, but especially with the last one, Xavier Henry fits the bill.
I know that George got a lot of hype here and also on most draft boards.
If I had the chance to decide between either (because we moved up for example) I would go with Henry anytime.
I like the potential and the size of George and he might have the higher ceiling, but I still see George as a high risk pick and my gut feeling says hands off.
meanwhile I really can't see how a guy with a shot as perfect and beautiful as Henry's doesn't succeed, at least as a role player.
The gamble is that moving up to 16 may not be high enough. Many mock drafts I've seen have Henry going in the 14-17 range. The Spurs would probably have to move up to 12 or 13 to be assured of getting him.
Damn Henry's shot is pretty
This is why I did not want the spurs to make the playoffs. Picking 14 is much better than picking 20.IMO, Henry is the guy Spurs will target if they are able to move up a little.
Two month ago, Henry was seen as a best prospect than George, Hayward and Babbitt. It looks like he has now a chance of being drafted being these 3 guys. Throwing cash and/or a future first round pick could be enough to get him.
Also keep in mind that something strange has happened with him when he has hidden his workout with Spurs.
Those 5 home games worth of playoff revenue were sorely needed to offset some of the tax burden, though. Imagine the Spurs missing the playoffs, drafting Henry at 14, but then Holt isn't willing to pay Splitter because the tax is already too high.
I think Xavier would be a solid SG/SF if we trade RJ cuz he sucked last season and does not fit in the spurs.
That's why the possibility of trading up to obtain Indiana's 10th pick is a delicious one. At that spot, the Spurs could likely have their pick of the remaining SFs - including Henry. At that spot, only Wesley Johnson is a lock to be gone.
http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_ar...nry_continues/
"The Grizzlies still haven't signed first-round pick Xavier Henry to a rookie deal.
Henry sat out all of this month's Las Vegas Summer League.
Memphis has refused to offer Henry the maximum amount allowed, which equates to a 2010-11 salary of $2 million, without Henry agreeing to tie $300,000 of that to performance bonuses.
Henry and agent Arn Tellem think the incentive clauses are out of line and won't sign.
Grizzlies general manager Chris Wallace said Sunday that the issue remains unresolved, but that Henry hasn't requested that the team trade him.
Read more: http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/68351/20100725/standoff_between_grizzlies_henry_continues/#ixzz0ukKr55ou"
What does everyone think of the situation?
Im not too familiar with the situation but It seems like Henry is holding out because he doesnt like the incentive clause? What happens to henry if he refuses to sign? does he demand a trade or even play in europe? surely the grizzles arent in a hurry to add him now that they have Gay signed to the max, what are the chances hes traded?
I think he will still sign eventually.
I wouldnt think a future 1st round pick would do it maybe throw in anderson if were able to do that? I dont think we can
Memphis are clueless on negotiations. They overpay Gay by about $40 million and then bicker with their rookie over 300k?Memphis has refused to offer Henry the maximum amount allowed, which equates to a 2010-11 salary of $2 million, without Henry agreeing to tie $300,000 of that to performance bonuses.
How chintzy can Memphis be? Awful organization.
I'd be willing to give up Gary Neal and some future picks for him, but nothing more than that. I don't think he's worth RJ (they wouldn't take on his contract and give up more than Henry anyways) and I think Anderson is a better player right now tbh.
The Grizzlies can now join company with the Warriors, Knicks, Hornets and Clippers, the absolute worst front office in the NBA. This is just plain stupid.
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