TDL Archived: The 2nd Rnd Pick Yankee Swap

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On the other side of it, they are successfully producing great rotation players from very low picks (Siakam, Anunoby,...). What they lack is a star, but unfortunately it is an extreme long shot to draft one in the twenties. Why they don't bring in a starting level center and PG is still a bit of mistery. Saving flexibility for until they get a star?

I think they are still positioned pretty well despite the poor season.   I think they had someone on the Lowe Post a few weeks ago who had some good thoughts on the team.  I suspect Trent is moved and I wouldn't be surprised if Van Fleet is also moved.    When you look at OG, Barnes and Siakem over the next few years, those guys are going to have big salaries.   Toronto will be looking for big moves though.

The most important thing for them is Barnes development.  I think they thought he was closer to being the guy who could run an offense.    He has proven not quite ready.   Hollinger had an article yesterday in the Athletic how that hot '21 draft has sort of plateaued in year 2.  Not saying they won't reach the heights expected from their play last year, but it may take a little longer.