Wolves Offseason Forward Options

[Q-is-here]

Players over 6'7" in the Final Four playoff rotations (Knicks, Cleveland, Spurs, OKC):

Knicks - KAT and Mitchell Robinson
Spurs - Wemby and Luke Kornet
OKC - iHart, Chet, and Jaylin Williams
Cleveland - Allen, Mobley, and Dean Wade

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The projected rotation for the Wolves next season before we even make any further acquisitions features Rudy Gobert (7'1"), Jaden McDaniels (6'9" listed but we know he's even taller!), and Joan Beringer (6'11" but his agent said he's grown an inch since last year). So we basically have three 7-footers already in our projected rotation. And then we have decent size across the board at the guard/wing positions, with literally no one under 6'4".

Yet OMG we HAVE to go get a starting-caliber power forward!!! (I know not all of you are saying that).

Do we need some more forward depth? Absolutely. Guys are going to get hurt and we are going to need some experienced backups. But does Connelly need to do a bunch more cap gymnastics and give up someone like TJ or DDV (who the Wolves say they want to keep) to go acquire another higher-end forward? I don't think so.

To be fair, here are some first round picks you can add to your list:

Spurs - Jaden Quaintance, Tarris Reed - Both 6'-10"

OKC - Aday Mara - 7'-3"

Cleveland - Alex Karaban - 6'-8"

I'm not adding them to any list. None of those guys played in a Conference Finals or NBA Finals rotation last year. Teams are always looking for skilled bigs. Heck, we drafted the most combined height in the NBA last year with Beringer and Zikarsky.

[Q-is-here]

From a vet standpoint I think Kyle Anderson is a given.

Apparently Jaylen Clark is coming back which I don’t like but one less body to roster.


I’ve been steadfast about Bagley, but more importantly Tim is gonna need to put his scours to work for a longer term solution. Time for him to find his own Naz Reid. Take summer league seriously and get a kick ass roster together and seek help that way. Trey Kaufman-Renn is ok but treat him like any UDFA and find more bodies to compete with him. Don’t make his two way a given. The fact that our UDFA list is empty compared to everyone else is disconcerting.

Often the Wolves have seemingly waited things out to sign guys. Sometimes that might make sense. It may just be the players they wanted chose a different spot. If they plan to keep Rocco on a 2 way and Pullin is a guy I would also want to keep they only have 1 2way spot that's currently held by Freeman. There are only so many roster spots when the off-season limit is 20. I think the NBA should consider increasing that but maybe that wouldn't actually be helpful. Sometimes signing guys at or after SL does make more sense. That's what happened with McLaughlin.

I've always liked Bagely too. He is reasonably productive. Idk if he has upped his BBIQ but I'm sure he has to some extent.

Here’s how Marvin Bagley is described on line, which aligns with how I’ve always viewed him:

“Questions about Marvin Bagley III's effort, motor, and defensive engagement have been a persistent theme throughout his NBA career. While he is highly athletic and has been praised for his energy as a rebounder and transition scorer, critics have frequently questioned his defensive focus and overall impact. A closer look at these criticisms reveals several key points of discussion across his professional tenures:

Defensive Engagement & Rim Protection: Throughout his time with the Sacramento Kings and Detroit Pistons, evaluators often highlighted his defensive struggles. Critics pointed to poor defensive awareness, a lack of consistent effort off the ball, and an inability to protect the rim as expected for a player of his size.

Offensive Limitations: Scouts and analysts on platforms like Reddit have questioned his motor in half-court sets. Critics suggest his offensive contributions occasionally boiled down to just sitting in the low block or waiting for lobs, rather than playing with a high-impact motor.Front Office and

Role Issues: The discourse surrounding his effort also became entangled with drama regarding how he was utilized. During his tenure in Sacramento, his agent famously criticized the Kings for mismanagement, and there were viral social media moments where Bagley liked or posted tweets questioning his role”

He’s a tremendous physical talent, which explains his high draft slot. But this is precisely the guy you stay away from - the player who grossly underachieves his talent because of inconsistent and inadequate effort. Think Darko and Kandiman.

I agree with Q that we shouldn’t be desperate to find a high-quality starting PF but we should find a free agent PF who rebounds well and defends. If we’re thinking longer term, that makes Achiuwa and especially Sochan even more attractive FA targets. Jock would be solid but he’s more of a shorter-term answer. We don’t need top-tier or even 2nd-tier players at every position in our starting lineup. We have two elite defenders - Rudy and Jaden - and one potentially elite defender in Ant. We have two elite offensive players - Ant and Mello - with one very good and potentially elite offensive players in Jaden.

When it comes to our depth, we have very good guards and wings with skill and size coming off the bench in Ayo, Green, TSJ, possibly Evans, and eventually Donte at the end of the season. And we have both Beringer and Rocco with a full year of NBA development under their respective belts. Add Drummond for depth at the Center position. He’s still a high-level rebounder and good defender who can bang people like Wemby around when needed and back up Rudy if Beringer and Rocco aren’t quite ready. Sign Achiuwa or Sochan along with Kyle Anderson. That’s all we really need to do. This team will rise or fall on the health and performance of Ant, Ball, Jaden, Ayo and Rudy, which is no different from any other team aspiring to a championship. It comes down mainly (not entirely) to 3 or 4 core high-level guys.

Finally, a few thoughts on Beringer and Rocco. We keep discussing team needs up front as if Beringer and Rocco don’t exist this coming season. I get that they’re young and can’t necessarily be counted on. But Ball has a history of missing games so honestly he can’t be “counted on.” There are risks/rewards with every player. Ball has an injury history. That’s the risk with him. Beringer and Rocco are young and relatively inexperienced. That’s the risk associated with them. But no risk, no reward. It’s time to factor those two player more prominently into the equation. Both are 20 years old entering their second NBA season. They didn’t get many minutes in the NBA last season, but they did get some. They had lots of PT in the G-League and they spent a lot of time practicing with seasoned players on a high-level playoff team under the tutelage of top NBA coaches. Let’s get them on the court, surrounded by experienced high-level talent like Ant, Ball, Jaden, Rudy, and Ayo. Winning teams don’t shy away from putting 20-year olds on the court for substantial minutes. Here are a few examples:

Cason Wallace (OKC)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 20.6 minutes/82 games
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.). 27.6 minutes/68 games

Stephon Castle (SA)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 26.7 minutes/81 games
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.): 30.0 minutes/68 games

Dylan Harper (SA)
- Rookie Season (19 yrs.): 22.6 minutes/69 games

Jamal Murray (DEN)
- Rookie Season (19 yrs.): 21.5 minutes/82 games
- 2nd Season (20 yrs.): 31.7 minutes/80 games (Denver was a contender and finished with 46 wins that season)

Jared McCain (Sixers/OKC)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 25.7 minutes/23 games (missed most of season w/ACL injury. Sixers not tanking
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.): 17.3 minutes/67 games (played with both Sixers and OKC that season)

Those are just some examples of competitive teams trying to get to the playoffs and win a championship playing 19, 20 and 21 year old rookies and 2nd year players major meaningful minutes. Those players helped their teams win and importantly got the chance to develop through actual NBA playing time to get even better down the road. It’s time to stop the “too young” or “too inexperienced” narrative and see what our young bigs can do and develop them over the course of the season before the playoffs. Meanwhile, signing Drummond, Kyle Anderson and one of Sochan, Achiuwa or Jock Landale would give us the depth and insurance needed to move forward with our impressive core for a championship run next season and thereafter.

Lip, I know you like Achiuwa and Sochan as PF options, but we just can't afford their lack of spacing/shooting, as they will most likely be paired with either Rudy or Joan. Haven't we learned our lesson yet about having two bigs on the floor at the same time that can't shoot??

It's really hard to find the perfect fit - a forward that can defend, rebound, AND make 3's. Jock can rebound and make 3's, but he's weak defensively. Dean Wade might have the best balance of all those skills, but I suspect he will be highly sought after.

[Phenom]

Often the Wolves have seemingly waited things out to sign guys. Sometimes that might make sense. It may just be the players they wanted chose a different spot. If they plan to keep Rocco on a 2 way and Pullin is a guy I would also want to keep they only have 1 2way spot that's currently held by Freeman. There are only so many roster spots when the off-season limit is 20. I think the NBA should consider increasing that but maybe that wouldn't actually be helpful. Sometimes signing guys at or after SL does make more sense. That's what happened with McLaughlin.

I've always liked Bagely too. He is reasonably productive. Idk if he has upped his BBIQ but I'm sure he has to some extent.

Here’s how Marvin Bagley is described on line, which aligns with how I’ve always viewed him:

“Questions about Marvin Bagley III's effort, motor, and defensive engagement have been a persistent theme throughout his NBA career. While he is highly athletic and has been praised for his energy as a rebounder and transition scorer, critics have frequently questioned his defensive focus and overall impact. A closer look at these criticisms reveals several key points of discussion across his professional tenures:

Defensive Engagement & Rim Protection: Throughout his time with the Sacramento Kings and Detroit Pistons, evaluators often highlighted his defensive struggles. Critics pointed to poor defensive awareness, a lack of consistent effort off the ball, and an inability to protect the rim as expected for a player of his size.

Offensive Limitations: Scouts and analysts on platforms like Reddit have questioned his motor in half-court sets. Critics suggest his offensive contributions occasionally boiled down to just sitting in the low block or waiting for lobs, rather than playing with a high-impact motor.Front Office and

Role Issues: The discourse surrounding his effort also became entangled with drama regarding how he was utilized. During his tenure in Sacramento, his agent famously criticized the Kings for mismanagement, and there were viral social media moments where Bagley liked or posted tweets questioning his role”

He’s a tremendous physical talent, which explains his high draft slot. But this is precisely the guy you stay away from - the player who grossly underachieves his talent because of inconsistent and inadequate effort. Think Darko and Kandiman.

I agree with Q that we shouldn’t be desperate to find a high-quality starting PF but we should find a free agent PF who rebounds well and defends. If we’re thinking longer term, that makes Achiuwa and especially Sochan even more attractive FA targets. Jock would be solid but he’s more of a shorter-term answer. We don’t need top-tier or even 2nd-tier players at every position in our starting lineup. We have two elite defenders - Rudy and Jaden - and one potentially elite defender in Ant. We have two elite offensive players - Ant and Mello - with one very good and potentially elite offensive players in Jaden.

When it comes to our depth, we have very good guards and wings with skill and size coming off the bench in Ayo, Green, TSJ, possibly Evans, and eventually Donte at the end of the season. And we have both Beringer and Rocco with a full year of NBA development under their respective belts. Add Drummond for depth at the Center position. He’s still a high-level rebounder and good defender who can bang people like Wemby around when needed and back up Rudy if Beringer and Rocco aren’t quite ready. Sign Achiuwa or Sochan along with Kyle Anderson. That’s all we really need to do. This team will rise or fall on the health and performance of Ant, Ball, Jaden, Ayo and Rudy, which is no different from any other team aspiring to a championship. It comes down mainly (not entirely) to 3 or 4 core high-level guys.

Finally, a few thoughts on Beringer and Rocco. We keep discussing team needs up front as if Beringer and Rocco don’t exist this coming season. I get that they’re young and can’t necessarily be counted on. But Ball has a history of missing games so honestly he can’t be “counted on.” There are risks/rewards with every player. Ball has an injury history. That’s the risk with him. Beringer and Rocco are young and relatively inexperienced. That’s the risk associated with them. But no risk, no reward. It’s time to factor those two player more prominently into the equation. Both are 20 years old entering their second NBA season. They didn’t get many minutes in the NBA last season, but they did get some. They had lots of PT in the G-League and they spent a lot of time practicing with seasoned players on a high-level playoff team under the tutelage of top NBA coaches. Let’s get them on the court, surrounded by experienced high-level talent like Ant, Ball, Jaden, Rudy, and Ayo. Winning teams don’t shy away from putting 20-year olds on the court for substantial minutes. Here are a few examples:

Cason Wallace (OKC)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 20.6 minutes/82 games
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.). 27.6 minutes/68 games

Stephon Castle (SA)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 26.7 minutes/81 games
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.): 30.0 minutes/68 games

Dylan Harper (SA)
- Rookie Season (19 yrs.): 22.6 minutes/69 games

Jamal Murray (DEN)
- Rookie Season (19 yrs.): 21.5 minutes/82 games
- 2nd Season (20 yrs.): 31.7 minutes/80 games (Denver was a contender and finished with 46 wins that season)

Jared McCain (Sixers/OKC)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 25.7 minutes/23 games (missed most of season w/ACL injury. Sixers not tanking
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.): 17.3 minutes/67 games (played with both Sixers and OKC that season)

Those are just some examples of competitive teams trying to get to the playoffs and win a championship playing 19, 20 and 21 year old rookies and 2nd year players major meaningful minutes. Those players helped their teams win and importantly got the chance to develop through actual NBA playing time to get even better down the road. It’s time to stop the “too young” or “too inexperienced” narrative and see what our young bigs can do and develop them over the course of the season before the playoffs. Meanwhile, signing Drummond, Kyle Anderson and one of Sochan, Achiuwa or Jock Landale would give us the depth and insurance needed to move forward with our impressive core for a championship run next season and thereafter.

Lip, I know you like Achiuwa and Sochan as PF options, but we just can't afford their lack of spacing/shooting, as they will most likely be paired with either Rudy or Joan. Haven't we learned our lesson yet about having two bigs on the floor at the same time that can't shoot??

It's really hard to find the perfect fit - a forward that can defend, rebound, AND make 3's. Jock can rebound and make 3's, but he's weak defensively. Dean Wade might have the best balance of all those skills, but I suspect he will be highly sought after.

I'd like to see Jalen Smith from the Bulls. He's at 1 year 9.4 million. They are already in the deal so that's easy but I'm sure it would cost TJ.

It's tough though because TJ could really excel next to LaMelo.

[Phenom]

I wonder if there could be any buyouts that might net the Wolves a forward. It's been reported that DeRozan will be bought out if Kings can't trade him. He isn't what the team needs but as teams make moves and fill out their roster they can get to a point where guys need to be let go. Typically these guys are on expiring deals, like DeRozan, since they won't impact future cap.

Kyle Kuzma might fail into this category after the Bucks made their unbalanced Giannis trade.

[Coolbreeze44]

Players over 6'7" in the Final Four playoff rotations (Knicks, Cleveland, Spurs, OKC):

Knicks - KAT and Mitchell Robinson
Spurs - Wemby and Luke Kornet
OKC - iHart, Chet, and Jaylin Williams
Cleveland - Allen, Mobley, and Dean Wade

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The projected rotation for the Wolves next season before we even make any further acquisitions features Rudy Gobert (7'1"), Jaden McDaniels (6'9" listed but we know he's even taller!), and Joan Beringer (6'11" but his agent said he's grown an inch since last year). So we basically have three 7-footers already in our projected rotation. And then we have decent size across the board at the guard/wing positions, with literally no one under 6'4".

Yet OMG we HAVE to go get a starting-caliber power forward!!! (I know not all of you are saying that).

Do we need some more forward depth? Absolutely. Guys are going to get hurt and we are going to need some experienced backups. But does Connelly need to do a bunch more cap gymnastics and give up someone like TJ or DDV (who the Wolves say they want to keep) to go acquire another higher-end forward? I don't think so.

To be fair, here are some first round picks you can add to your list:

Spurs - Jaden Quaintance, Tarris Reed - Both 6'-10"

OKC - Aday Mara - 7'-3"

Cleveland - Alex Karaban - 6'-8"

I'm not adding them to any list. None of those guys played in a Conference Finals or NBA Finals rotation last year. Teams are always looking for skilled bigs. Heck, we drafted the most combined height in the NBA last year with Beringer and Zikarsky.

The point is the league is getting bigger, not smaller. You're thinking it's 5 years ago when teams were going smaller. The Wolves need some size on the roster in a big way.

[BeenLurkin]

We have Rudy and Jaden and Joan for size, and now a really tall PG and Ant so I feel like we still are not panicking for size

[Coolbreeze44]

We have Rudy and Jaden and Joan for size, and now a really tall PG and Ant so I feel like we still are not panicking for size

Our prime competition in the West just got bigger. The trend toward size is all over NBA radio. Our rotation needs at least one more big.

[FNG]

From a vet standpoint I think Kyle Anderson is a given.

Apparently Jaylen Clark is coming back which I don’t like but one less body to roster.


I’ve been steadfast about Bagley, but more importantly Tim is gonna need to put his scours to work for a longer term solution. Time for him to find his own Naz Reid. Take summer league seriously and get a kick ass roster together and seek help that way. Trey Kaufman-Renn is ok but treat him like any UDFA and find more bodies to compete with him. Don’t make his two way a given. The fact that our UDFA list is empty compared to everyone else is disconcerting.

Often the Wolves have seemingly waited things out to sign guys. Sometimes that might make sense. It may just be the players they wanted chose a different spot. If they plan to keep Rocco on a 2 way and Pullin is a guy I would also want to keep they only have 1 2way spot that's currently held by Freeman. There are only so many roster spots when the off-season limit is 20. I think the NBA should consider increasing that but maybe that wouldn't actually be helpful. Sometimes signing guys at or after SL does make more sense. That's what happened with McLaughlin.

I've always liked Bagely too. He is reasonably productive. Idk if he has upped his BBIQ but I'm sure he has to some extent.

Here’s how Marvin Bagley is described on line, which aligns with how I’ve always viewed him:

“Questions about Marvin Bagley III's effort, motor, and defensive engagement have been a persistent theme throughout his NBA career. While he is highly athletic and has been praised for his energy as a rebounder and transition scorer, critics have frequently questioned his defensive focus and overall impact. A closer look at these criticisms reveals several key points of discussion across his professional tenures:

Defensive Engagement & Rim Protection: Throughout his time with the Sacramento Kings and Detroit Pistons, evaluators often highlighted his defensive struggles. Critics pointed to poor defensive awareness, a lack of consistent effort off the ball, and an inability to protect the rim as expected for a player of his size.

Offensive Limitations: Scouts and analysts on platforms like Reddit have questioned his motor in half-court sets. Critics suggest his offensive contributions occasionally boiled down to just sitting in the low block or waiting for lobs, rather than playing with a high-impact motor.Front Office and

Role Issues: The discourse surrounding his effort also became entangled with drama regarding how he was utilized. During his tenure in Sacramento, his agent famously criticized the Kings for mismanagement, and there were viral social media moments where Bagley liked or posted tweets questioning his role”

He’s a tremendous physical talent, which explains his high draft slot. But this is precisely the guy you stay away from - the player who grossly underachieves his talent because of inconsistent and inadequate effort. Think Darko and Kandiman.

I agree with Q that we shouldn’t be desperate to find a high-quality starting PF but we should find a free agent PF who rebounds well and defends. If we’re thinking longer term, that makes Achiuwa and especially Sochan even more attractive FA targets. Jock would be solid but he’s more of a shorter-term answer. We don’t need top-tier or even 2nd-tier players at every position in our starting lineup. We have two elite defenders - Rudy and Jaden - and one potentially elite defender in Ant. We have two elite offensive players - Ant and Mello - with one very good and potentially elite offensive players in Jaden.

When it comes to our depth, we have very good guards and wings with skill and size coming off the bench in Ayo, Green, TSJ, possibly Evans, and eventually Donte at the end of the season. And we have both Beringer and Rocco with a full year of NBA development under their respective belts. Add Drummond for depth at the Center position. He’s still a high-level rebounder and good defender who can bang people like Wemby around when needed and back up Rudy if Beringer and Rocco aren’t quite ready. Sign Achiuwa or Sochan along with Kyle Anderson. That’s all we really need to do. This team will rise or fall on the health and performance of Ant, Ball, Jaden, Ayo and Rudy, which is no different from any other team aspiring to a championship. It comes down mainly (not entirely) to 3 or 4 core high-level guys.

Finally, a few thoughts on Beringer and Rocco. We keep discussing team needs up front as if Beringer and Rocco don’t exist this coming season. I get that they’re young and can’t necessarily be counted on. But Ball has a history of missing games so honestly he can’t be “counted on.” There are risks/rewards with every player. Ball has an injury history. That’s the risk with him. Beringer and Rocco are young and relatively inexperienced. That’s the risk associated with them. But no risk, no reward. It’s time to factor those two player more prominently into the equation. Both are 20 years old entering their second NBA season. They didn’t get many minutes in the NBA last season, but they did get some. They had lots of PT in the G-League and they spent a lot of time practicing with seasoned players on a high-level playoff team under the tutelage of top NBA coaches. Let’s get them on the court, surrounded by experienced high-level talent like Ant, Ball, Jaden, Rudy, and Ayo. Winning teams don’t shy away from putting 20-year olds on the court for substantial minutes. Here are a few examples:

Cason Wallace (OKC)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 20.6 minutes/82 games
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.). 27.6 minutes/68 games

Stephon Castle (SA)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 26.7 minutes/81 games
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.): 30.0 minutes/68 games

Dylan Harper (SA)
- Rookie Season (19 yrs.): 22.6 minutes/69 games

Jamal Murray (DEN)
- Rookie Season (19 yrs.): 21.5 minutes/82 games
- 2nd Season (20 yrs.): 31.7 minutes/80 games (Denver was a contender and finished with 46 wins that season)

Jared McCain (Sixers/OKC)
- Rookie Season (20 yrs.): 25.7 minutes/23 games (missed most of season w/ACL injury. Sixers not tanking
- 2nd Season (21 yrs.): 17.3 minutes/67 games (played with both Sixers and OKC that season)

Those are just some examples of competitive teams trying to get to the playoffs and win a championship playing 19, 20 and 21 year old rookies and 2nd year players major meaningful minutes. Those players helped their teams win and importantly got the chance to develop through actual NBA playing time to get even better down the road. It’s time to stop the “too young” or “too inexperienced” narrative and see what our young bigs can do and develop them over the course of the season before the playoffs. Meanwhile, signing Drummond, Kyle Anderson and one of Sochan, Achiuwa or Jock Landale would give us the depth and insurance needed to move forward with our impressive core for a championship run next season and thereafter.

Lip, I see Bagley in the same way and would stay away from him. He always had the potential to be a very good defender, but he has just never cared enough. You say though that Ant is potentially an elite defender. I agree that, like Bagley, he has the size and athleticism to be an elite defender, but like Bagley, he doesn't seem to consistently care. He's now finished 6 seasons in the league and took a step back on defense in his most recent season. When do we get to the point here when we conclude Ant is what we thought he was...an elite scorer who will never care much about the defensive end? It's more of a burning question now that he will have Ball playing next to him...like Ant, Ball shows flashes of caring about defense (especially using his length to get steals and deflections), but the lack of consistent effort makes him a substandard defender. I'm as excited about anyone about the offensive potential of our backcourt, but I think we are going to be quite defensively challenged. Fortunately Ju is gone, but I think getting a strong defender next to Rudy and Jaden has to be TC's next move. And it ain't Bagley of course.

[Sundog]

I was just listening to the recent Dane podcast with Jace, and Dane made the observation that the Wolves have become “frail” (his word) in the backcourt now. So toughness and rebounding will be important in next power forward. But he also said the Wolves will need a power forward that can shoot, given how bad the Wolves have been with two non shooters on the floor. That resonated with me.

Editing to say that I just saw Q made that same argument and suggested Dean Wade as someone who could check the toughness and shooting boxes. He made just over $6 million last year and could likely make more elsewhere. But maybe he’d prioritize a starting role for the Wolves?

I also think Kenric Williams could be a good fit!

[Q-is-here]

To be fair, here are some first round picks you can add to your list:

Spurs - Jaden Quaintance, Tarris Reed - Both 6'-10"

OKC - Aday Mara - 7'-3"

Cleveland - Alex Karaban - 6'-8"

I'm not adding them to any list. None of those guys played in a Conference Finals or NBA Finals rotation last year. Teams are always looking for skilled bigs. Heck, we drafted the most combined height in the NBA last year with Beringer and Zikarsky.

The point is the league is getting bigger, not smaller. You're thinking it's 5 years ago when teams were going smaller. The Wolves need some size on the roster in a big way.

No one disagrees we need to have forward depth. That's why I started this thread and listed all the names and what kind of role they might be able to play.

But the Wolves as we stand today aren't small at all. Rudy, Jaden, and Joan already have more height than what most teams field in their regular rotation (regardless of how many bigs these other teams have on their full roster - let's see who OKC has on the floor in crunch time!). And we have Rocco in the pipeline hopefully getting better and better. We literally have two of the 7 tallest players in the NBA in Rudy and Rocco. Then we have a bunch of guards and wings that are all 6'4" and taller. We aren't small at all and neither of our draft picks are small either.

That being said, yeah, we should go get another big body for depth and to use situationally with Rudy or Joan as needed. But getting a legit starting caliber PF with size will be costly and it puts Jaden - your favorite player - right back into the role of being our main POA defender and getting in early foul trouble with fewer shots coming his way.