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Rick Bonnell: Is James Wiseman the Hornets' best fit in this draft?

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — What the NBA knows about center James Wiseman is intriguing. But there isn't much of a resume.

Wiseman played just three college games for Memphis before withdrawing from school. That means he hasn't played organized basketball in nearly a year heading into Wednesday's NBA draft.

His potential appears huge as his dimensions: A 7-footer with a reported 7-foot-4 wingspan. Wiseman could no doubt address areas of great need for the Hornets, particularly rebounding and rim-protection.

But is he their best option in a league evolving away from traditional centers? Is he worth trading up from No. 3 to assure the Hornets get him?

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