Jennings, Maynor, or Casspi? If you had to choose.

by Heathos33 on Jun 25, 2009 12:31 PM PDT

With so many rumors swirling about, I just wanted to take stock on what you Blazers fans would be happy with if we kept our pick at 22 and ended up seeing these players available: Brandon Jennings, Eric Maynor, & Omri Casspi. Who would you choose out of those 3 if you HAD to pick one?

Personally, I'll admit that I am not too versed on Maynor's game, but for a couple of weeks I've been thinking that he seems like a KP kinda guy, and he is the one guy that if I had to put $ on that Portland would end up with, he'd be the one I'd bet one. Although I would put the probability factor at 8%. 4 years in college. A good leader. Not the best shooter, but seems to have a great head on his shoulder. For those better versed with him, does he remind you of another Jarret Jack, or do you think he has a higher ceiling? (if not, then I hope we don't pick him)

With rumors that Jennings is falling (christmas trees come to mind), and that Omar is a 'safe' pick for Portland, how knows what will happen.

Hopefully, this day isn't similiar to the trade deadline of a few months ago, which for Portland was full of sound and fury, signifying nothing. For those who participated in the poll, thanks for your opinion!

Poll

If these 3 are available at 22 and Portland HAS to pick one, which do you hope they choose?

Omri Casspi

33 votes

Brandon Jennings

103 votes

Eric Maynor

39 votes

175 votes | Poll has closed

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Jennings

the guy may have issues, but he’s a top 10 talent. Hope to fix his head and/or flip him to another team. huge potential for payoff at the #22 spot

How did you guys win that?
"We scored enough points. We scored 107, they scored 105.
-Nate McMillan Postgame, 3/4/2009

by douglast on Jun 25, 2009 12:39 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs

Jennings in a second

Maynor is the new Randolph Childress (or possibly Acie Law). Casspi is Matt Harpring. At worst, Jennings is Nick Van Exel with more hops.

by meru on Jun 25, 2009 12:40 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs

I dont like any of thse players

by Rudy4three on Jun 25, 2009 12:45 PM PDT reply actions

then draft Casspi

and include him in another deal

by two4larue on Jun 25, 2009 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions

jennings, star potential at #22 in a weak draft is a no brainer

by rip_city_swagger on Jun 25, 2009 12:49 PM PDT reply actions

I voted Jennings

Potential PG rotation: Hinrich/ Bayless/ Jennings

Jennings might get the 08/09 rookie treatment of riding the pine that Bayless did. It’s would be interesting to see those two pitted against one another for backup minutes. They both chose to go to school at Arizona (although Jennings obviously changed plans), so you have to believe that they shared some common values. Potentially dangerous sure – but worth the risk.

by Mad Matt the Road Warrior on Jun 25, 2009 12:51 PM PDT reply actions