we're not gonna get the #1 pick in all likelihood, so it probably doesn't matter.

it's a real issue though if the team still has Gordon in its long-term plans.

Gordon probably won't be easy to trade, and Mclemore is no sure thing. If they like Gordon as a "cornerstone", they're not gonna trade him for shitty value for an unproven rookie/cause a riff with Gordon. JMO

I hope they do get Mclemore and trade Gordon, btw.

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Man, people are crazy if they think we'd pass on McLemore because of Eric Gordon.

I think people are crazy if they think Gordon and his max contract wouldn't be under consideration in this scenario. Mclemore isn't even a consensus #1 pick. Who knows if the Hornets even want him over other guys?

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Posted by Fearthehat0307

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Posted on 3/18/13 at 12:11 pm to drake20

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Mclemore isn't even a consensus #1 pick. Who knows if the Hornets even want him over other guys?

chad ford's simulator seems to believe we'd take smart with the #1, #2 or #3 pick and when he is gone it has us taking otto then shabazz. which is pretty much in line with what I think would happen

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Posted by CQQ

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Posted on 3/18/13 at 12:38 pm to drake20

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I hope they do get Mclemore and trade Gordon, btw.

The problem with this is Eric's value is at an all time low and until he shows he can play a full season without restrictions, we aren't going to get anything that will put us over the hump. Best case scenario for me is having him improve his conditioning and be 100% next year, draft Porter, and pull off a sign and trade for Pekovic. You're talking about a playoff team right away, assuming injuries don't play a factor.

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