Clippers aren't locked in yet. If Detroit wins out and Clippers lose their last game, then they will be tied for 7th. Coin flip decides who gets better positioning.
So it appears the Clippers are locked in to #8... and the Cavs are for sure #1 or #2... so what is the worst case scenario for our picks?
I know the Cavs, if they end up screwing this up and get #2, the worst pick they can get is 5th. What about the Clippers' pick?
I thought they split the balls for 7th and 8th. THEN if there is a slight difference in chance, the decision of who gets the miniscule advantage goes to a coin flip.
True, but I also believe that the coin flip would also determine draft position should neither make it into the top 3, the winner getting the higher seed. So, the Clippers still could pick 7th.