Predict the Blazers Mode

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Which "Mode" do you see the Blazers going for

  1. Win Now (Trading the picks for vets)

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  2. Compete Now (Add some FA and trade one pick)

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    26.8%

  3. Build for the Future (Use both picks)

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    68.3%

  4. Complete Rebuild (Trade LA)

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    2.4%
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  1. Mediocre Man

    Mediocre Man Mr. SportsTwo

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    Simple question. Which mode do you predict the Blazers to be in right now.
     
    Mediocre Man, Jun 20, 2012
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  2. Fez Hammersticks

    Fez Hammersticks スーパーバッド Zero Cool

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    Well, their m.o. has always been 'wait and see' mode since Whitsitt left. I think I'll go with that one.
     
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    They don't have the assets to trade to make the big splash. Maybe when Batum develops and some of the draft picks hit, they can do it or trade them for someone who can. If they trade now they will end up with first round exits.
     
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    This team lacks too much talent to simply re-tool. It's pretty clear IMO that this entire roster needs an overhaul.

    Everything should be on the table, including trading LaMarcus.

    At just 26 (going on 27) this is the perfect time to get the most value for him.
     
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    I think they consolidate the picks and look to FA.

    I WISH they'd do a rebuild, depending on what we could get for LMA.
     
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    I think they will go Win Now. I wish they would go Build for future
     
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    You don't list the option that I would choose: Use both picks and add a FA.
     
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    Yea, I considered that build for the future.
     
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    I am thinking that would fall under build for future, but I should have added it. Sorry
     
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    Nikolokolus There's always next year

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    I guess it's always possible that they trade one of the picks, but I guess the odds seem to favor keeping both.
     
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    Everything should be on the table, including trading Aldridge, but--

    Who are these available vets and FAs who are younger than 30, not prone to injury, not overpaid, and will not require a pemium contract extension to stay in this small market?

    So I revert to just drafting with the picks.
     
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    Ya, what we want and what they want/do doesnt look like it matches up.

    I voted on what mode I think they will go with... not what I want.
     
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    Why do you think that? Didn't the Olshey come out and say they wanted to acquire assets now, implying that they acquire assets first and then make the big move later (like Clippers did)?
     
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    Just my opinion. I am always wrong, so that's probably a good thing
     
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    My guess is Olshey will stay fluid. Keep on acquiring the best assets they can and also keep talking to teams about what they have. When the right deal comes a long--boom--pull the trigger. Until that point, keep on getting assets.
     
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    This.

    Can Ole change the culture of denial and bad judgement? Stay tuned!
     
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    They spend most of their time building for the future. Don't see that changing now
     
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    This. The FA market is pretty weak this year - and there are several teams under the cap
     
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    I think they'll use the picks. I don't think they'll be wowed by any offers to trade them, but more importantly, Allen loves the draft and I doubt he's willing to miss out on the fun.
     
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    BBert Weasels Ripped My Flesh

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    I hope they keep the picks, or trade for better picks, or trade for a third pick, or all of the above. Nothing will surprise me though. The world is our oyster. Too bad I hate oysters.
     
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