I disagree with the fact that this is considered \"beating a dead horse.\" In all actuality, as fans, we undeniably have a right to muse as to what could of been. I think it's fun to pontificate. Hell, I wanted Rudy G over both Foye and Roy. But there is still one undeniable fact. Anyone having watched both players in college would undoubtedly state that Roy is a much more solid presence on the floor than Foye. Although Foye had his moments in college, it was readily apparent that Roy would be an above average guard in this league. I recall watching several Washington games on FSN with intrigue due to the skill set he possessed. He had the shooters mentality along with the touch that made him a dangerous threat on the offensive end of the floor. Although he never was particularly spectacular with awe inspiring dunks or quickness; he was a solid scoring threat that carried Washington down the stretch in a number of games. Foye, on the other hand, is fairly gifted athletically, yet lacks overall strength in any particular part of his game. His athleticism fueled his game in college. In the NBA, athleticism, at times, takes a backseat to court awareness and a shooter's touch. Some may consider athleticism alone a skill. I disagree. Athleticism is a physical characteristic while skill is either a natural or unnatural attribute that is developed within the boundaries of a certain action, or in our case, the \"game of basketball.\" Skills are honed and enhanced, whereas athletic ability can be improved only to the extent in which ones physical being allows.

Although it is too early to determine whether or not the rest of Foye's game will catch up with his athleticism, I find it amusing to watch players that we potentially could have drafted. And considering we did have Roy's draft rights, it makes the debate all the more captivating. What could have been? If we, as fans, never honestly tackled these subjects head on, would we still be sane (or insane, however one looks at it)? Watching the evolution of each player will be interesting, and without our truthful recognition of their development, we in turn are denying what could have been. And hence, we are denying our \"fanhood\" true satisfaction.

It's too early to judge this trade, especially since both teams are in rebuilding mode and don't really need the two to be \"good\" players until they're at the point where the playoffs are a possibility. Right now it's all about gaining experience. (I know Foye isn't gaining any right now, but it isn't the end of the world as it's helping our draft position)

Brandon Roy is missing cartilage in his knee and may not be a reliable contributor in 4-5 years. When Minnesota and Portland have rebuilt and are making a run at a title, then we'll see who got the better end of the deal. The ultimate goal is to draft players who will help you in the post-season/Finals, not who will put up the most points while you're in the lottery.