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2015 NBA Trade Deadline: Should Orlando Magic Flip Pick for Miles Plumlee?

By Brett David Roberts

Mar 19, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Orlando Magic center Dewayne Dedmon (3) attempts to block a shot by Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 109-93. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2014; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Orlando Magic center Dewayne Dedmon (3) attempts to block a shot by Phoenix Suns center Miles Plumlee (22) during the second half at US Airways Center. The Suns won 109-93. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /
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Is Mason Plumlee worth a first rounder?

It is hard to say anything but. His rebounding skills alone supplant what a late first rounder can typically achieve; and for whosoever doubts that, consider lottery picks like Tyrus Thomas, Keon Clark, Eddy Curry — this is too painful.

Simply, a proven talent should trump the mystery box of a draft pick, provided it isn’t too high (protected pick).

Reduced simply, Plumlee’s physical talents and coordination are worth acquiring, and the Magic could put pick restrictions on any pick, and it may end up that it is nothing more than a middle first.

Miles Plumlee does not have a diverse skill set, but he can finish authoritatively. It must be remembered that David Lee did not come in as the 20/10 stalwart he was later in his career, and still should be, but Plumlee eventually has that type of upside too.

The comparison to Lee is a hope and the epitome of projection however because Plumlee’s offensive gifts pale in comparison to the two-time All-Star.

Next: How does Plumlee work offensively?