Sometimes, potential can be a mirage. Everyone loves potential. It’s exciting. At the same time, you don’t want to invest too much in it if it hasn’t looked likely to be met. The same holds true for NBA teams.

Throughout the league, there are plenty of players who are seen as having potential. If they’ve been in the NBA for a few years, they may simply not meet it. 

For example, look at Cam Reddish. He’s been saddled with the “potential” label since he was in high school.

Unfortunately, after six seasons in the NBA, it’s looking increasingly likely that he won’t make good on that potential. 

There are plenty of teams that surely would appreciate the opportunity to see if they can tap into Reddish’s potential. With an expanded opportunity, perhaps it can work.

Should the Clippers gamble on it anyway?