The draft deals have officially started with the Portland Trail Blazers making a move to secure more young talent.
The Portland Trail Blazers have agreed to acquire the 27th pick of Thursday’s NBA draft from the New Orleans Hornets for cash considerations, according to an online report.
A Blazers source told ESPN.com late Tuesday that the teams reached a verbal agreement and will finalize the deal Wednesday.
The Blazers also hold the 13th pick in the first round.
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