Maxi is the best center on the team until Lively develops. I'd pay a 1st round pick for a forward like PJ. THJ is a good player if they want some scoring and floor spacing. PJ not first choice but others the would be preferable may not be available such as:
Bey- ATL
Stewart - Det
Hunter - ATL
Achiuwa - Tor
All headed for RFA in 24 except Hunter who already has deal which is probably similar to what PJ lands.
Also think there a few players that still have a lot of potential that could be had cheaply like Langford and Bazley. Both are UFA's. Bazley is 6'9" athletic and defends. Romeo also defends very well. Other than Frank N. having nagging injuries that seem to forever to get over, I'd bring him back. When he gets in sync and plays consistent role, he can be solid.
It might be best to get a player such as this then wait until Dec. 15th to see who winds up on market from recently signed players such a J. Grant or Kyle Kuzma or Mile Bridges if PJ stays in Charlotte. Those 2 teams seem at the top of the in the tank list. OKC has like 21 players on their roster.
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