Re: A comment about Mercer

[RSMALL@clarku.edu]

>In some ways, seeing Pitino trade Mercer might be an indication that Pitino
>is finally serious about returning the C's to the playoffs.  My reason for
>thinking that way is this:  Pitino has for two years tried to build an all
>UK team.  Trading Mercer might mean he finally realizes that won't work.
>
>With that being said, I don't see the upside to trading Mercer and ending
>up with a #5 pick for him.  That pick will present the same problem the
>Celtic's front office thinks Mercer now presents; a solid player who will
>demand 'Toine money.
>

With all that said - he will probably sign Delk and trade for Mashburn and 
start this Kentucky thing all over again.  Oh yeah, he will probably take 
Turner if he is still there.

>Keep Mercer, A.W., and Pierce.  Build around those pieces.
>

Here is another year we all hope Walker finally matures into the leader and 
player so many think he can become.

Rich,,,