Geving

The pick is in. I had another player ready to go initially, but I just couldn't pass up Brandan Wright's uncommon athleticism and efficiency. He was outstanding as a finisher in the P&R, in transition and on offensive rebounds. He's also developed a decent jumper and his defense improved last season. He was played at the five more than he should have, which didn't help the matters. He's likely reached his ceiling, but he won't be more than a reserve. With he and Kendall Marshall coming off the bench, the two could make for a dangerous P&R combination.

Good pick. Wright has turned out to be a pretty solid player in  Dallas.

Evan Turner is definitely right handed...

Maybe he's single

The writing was on the wall when they signed Ariza.

Well, Shouldn't have been an issue

So Parsons will not be matched. Disappointed in lossing him. But that contract was just too much. [profanity deleted]ing Cuban

This just in. Trevor Ariza signs with Houston on a 4 year, $32 million deal.

Good value atleast.

I like Parsons, but he's not worth that much money.  The Rockets would be better off holding off and trying to snag a guy next year.

I agree. But the problem is that you would be wasting a year of Howards prime. And he would probably remember that for 2016. I think they will match, but it's not an easy decision

I rarely neg. But the Lin selection almost made me do it. He has caused me so much headache. Love his personality, but despise him as a player.

Oh man... That royally screwed up my Rockets. Will be interesting to see if we match Parsons contract now. Came into this offseason with high hopes. But may come out of it weaker actually. Very disappointing.

No problem. I was initially torn on whether to select him or D.J. Augustin before setting my sights on Vasquez. Both players were able to score efficiently in the paint, the mid-range and beyond the arc. Both were solid passers, and each wasn't too shabby on the defensive end. I consider Vasquez to be the better passer, however, and while Augustin is lightning quick, having a 6'6 PG would've been enticing. I think I speak for both of us when I say that a dependable back up PG is an important asset.

I agree. I was considering Augustin too. So you picked up a solid player IMO.

Ugh. Vasquez was going to be my selection. Good pick.

Thanks, and sorry about that

Lin gone. Keeping Parsons. Signing Bosh. This is a good day

nice pick with Jonas V

  

Very good pick by Geving. I had hopes Jonas would be available for my next.

  

I'm here. The pick will be in shortly. Good pick in Jonas Valanciunas, by the way.

Thanks, it was important for me to get some good depth in my frontcourt considering I invested such a high pick on Embiid. When he comes back, I think I have a great frontcourt for years in Favors, Embiid, Jones and Valanciunas.

I can take it

Ait

Who wants my pick?

Damn Crush. I was wanted Bev with my next pick. Love that guy

I have, believe me. He's a good athlete and he has good offensive skills, but his defense was awful all season long. It was a gigantic problem in the playoffs. He's just an average starter imo. Houston is actually trying to upgrade him with Bosh.

Lol. The dude is 22 years old. Has fantastic ballskills and hands. His handles are amazing. He can run and jump with the best of them. He earned a starting role for a playoff team and has shown unlimited potential on the offensive end at 21 years of age. Average starter? Ok, but again, he's an average starter in the NBA when he's 22. That's pretty good in my eyes. You are right about his defense though. He needs to improve on that end.

Wow Terence jones this early

Please. You obviously haven't watched him closely. He is great value here

So Lowry extends with the Raptors. That sucks, was really hoping that Houston could land him

The Cavs are preparing to offer RFA Gordon Hayward a max contract.

http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/11168158/cleveland-cavaliers-prepare-maximum-offer-sheet-gordon-hayward-utah-jazz

Lol

I like the Parker pick. He is already a very polished offensive player. He needs to work on his D a lot, but I think he can get there.

Yeah, not the best fit on D next to Harden. Need to get some solid 3&D backups. But could be a lethal duo on O.

I hate you for taking Jabari.

Thanks, lol

Also calling it right now, Rondo to the Kings

Kings send:

S&T for Thomas

Mclemore

Future 1st

Boston sends:

Rondo

Absorbs rest with cap

Rondo would snap

Damn, good pick in CP25

Knew that my pick would get some hate. And I understand it. So many good and proven players left on the board, but I don't think he would've lasted until my next pick. Embiid reminds me too much on Olajuwon. The Dream was the reason I started watching Basketball, so I just had to take him.

How do you feel about paying that much for Shaw? He's talented but that price tag is ridiculous.

Don't know about arnie. But I think it's fine. On the one side the amount is ridiculous. But on the the other side you have to pay a premium for english players we all know that, he's probably the best young left back in the world, and you get a player for 15 years since he's only 18. It's a lot, but worth it imo.