Originally Posted by
chop2chip
Gobert was the 28th pick.
So let's say next season the Thunder get off to a great start and things are looking great. The problem is that Cam Payne is struggling as a rookie and the Thunder have issues with their backup PG position. Let's say Darren Collison, Aaron Brooks, Jameer Nelson, etc. is available and the Thunder are interested in upgrading. Typically a 1st rounder is a golden ticket to get a player like that, but I'm fairly certain OKC has their picks tied up until 2018 or something.
What I'm saying is I would prefer that flexibility and/or the chance at lucky pick over watching Dion chuck himself to his 5th consecutive sub replacement level season.