'15 March Madness / NBA Draft Thread

Post #1 » by **Sixerscan** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 3:19 pm

Fresh thread. Fresh start.

BlackKnight · Post #2 » by **BlackKnight** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 3:38 pm

Damn you Iowa St.!!

76ciology · Post #3 » by **76ciology** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 3:38 pm

[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ijzwPdsowI[/youtube]

Really good clip to scout Russell. We was against really tough defense. He showed terrific handles, shooting, passing and IQ.

BlackKnight · Post #4 » by **BlackKnight** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 3:42 pm

Just amazing

SexDrugsPnR · Post #5 » by **SexDrugsPnR** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 3:44 pm

My guy Pöltl was dominating the small SF Austin frontcourt. If he declares for the draft this year, someone might pick him up in the first round.

Post #6 » by **Marcus** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 4:19 pm

MasterHinkie wrote:

Just amazing

that's a proud poppa right there.

Negrodamus · Post #7 » by **Negrodamus** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 4:27 pm

76ciology wrote:[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ijzwPdsowI[/youtube]

Really good clip to scout Russell. We was against really tough defense. He showed terrific handles, shooting, passing and IQ.

My goodness... that is a quick release.

I sticking with us needing a PG (preferably Dunn) to go along with Russell. In that clip, Russell struggles to drive past a quicker, smaller guard. Granted, it was one game and he was playing against a good defense in VCU, but he honestly looked much better off the ball running off screens. He's a great player on a horrid team.

109876ersFan · Post #8 » by **109876ersFan** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 4:27 pm

Poetl was projected as a late lottery pick earlier in the season, he kinda fallen off since then. I wonder if he even declares this year?

SparksFly87 · Post #9 » by **SparksFly87** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 4:33 pm

Negrodamus wrote:
76ciology wrote:[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ijzwPdsowI[/youtube]

Really good clip to scout Russell. We was against really tough defense. He showed terrific handles, shooting, passing and IQ.

My goodness... that is a quick release.

I sticking with us needing a PG (preferably Dunn) to go along with Russell. In that clip, Russell struggles to drive past a quicker, smaller guard. Granted, it was one game and he was playing against a good defense in VCU, but he honestly looked much better off the ball running off screens. He's a great player on a horrid team.

He was way better off ball because to me he is definitely a playmaking shooting guard and not a point guard . His high upside is monte Ellis -- Brandon Roy--- Ray Allen level . 76ers must draft this guy .

roma258 · Post #10 » by **roma258** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 4:42 pm

76ciology wrote:[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ijzwPdsowI[/youtube]

Really good clip to scout Russell. We was against really tough defense. He showed terrific handles, shooting, passing and IQ.

Incredible composure, considering he was getting bitzed by two guys most of the game. Very versatile, can play off the ball, can brake down the defense off the dribble. His lack of elite quickness/athleticism is a little scary, but he can develop Steph Curry-like skill level and more than compensate, imo.

FlightBrothers · Post #11 » by **FlightBrothers** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 5:12 pm

Bobby Portis looks like he can be a very good player. A rotation of Noel, Embiid and Portis could be pretty solid. I know some have hyped him before (I believe Negrodamus). Is he a player you look at with the Miami pick (if it falls 15 or 16) or more of an OKC slot pick (19-20)

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LloydFree · Post #12 » by **LloydFree** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 6:22 pm

FlightBrothers wrote:Bobby Portis looks like he can be a very good player. A rotation of Noel, Embiid and Portis could be pretty solid. I know some have hyped him before (I believe Negrodamus). Is he a player you look at with the Miami pick (if it falls 15 or 16) or more of an OKC slot pick (19-20)

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I'm not a huge fan of Portis as a pro prospect. I think he has a very low ceiling and is a reserve. I like his height-for-position and he is a good shooter, but he isn't a great athlete. I've seen Portis look outclassed against better athletes. On the opposite side of the spectrum for me this year: I really like Jarnell Stokes as a "sleeper", and I usually totally dismiss "tweeners". I like that Stokes doesn't get overwhelmed by size and athleticism. He seems to be able to score on anybody. I could envision him being a better Jared Dudley.

Negrodamus · Post #13 » by **Negrodamus** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 7:00 pm

FlightBrothers wrote:Bobby Portis looks like he can be a very good player. A rotation of Noel, Embiid and Portis could be pretty solid. I know some have hyped him before (I believe Negrodamus). Is he a player you look at with the Miami pick (if it falls 15 or 16) or more of an OKC slot pick (19-20)

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Yes, I like Portis quite a bit. He has been a fluid athlete every time I've watched him and, much like Russell, has made this Arkansas team relevant this year. His jumper is a bit ugly, but he makes them, so defenders have to at least acknowledge him on the perimeter.

I also like his fire. He was jawing with WCS and Towns the whole game in the SEC championship game.

Kolkmania · Post #14 » by **Kolkmania** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 9:36 pm

Justin Anderson has a great wingspan, is tall for his position and a great athlete. Nevertheless so absent in Virginia's offense. Is it because of his recent injury, his ball handing, or just lack of confidence?

76ersfan · Post #15 » by **76ersfan** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 10:45 pm

Russel's crossover

wow

cksdayoff · Post #16 » by **cksdayoff** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 10:54 pm

tomorrow can't get here fast enough, Kentucky at 2:40 pm followed by Ohio St/Arizona at 5pm.
Russell will have to drop at least 40 for Ohio St to have a chance against Arizona.

Mik317 · Post #17 » by **Mik317** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 11:39 pm

Melo Trimble?

Thoughts? I like what I saw...off of one game lol

MRxBLACK · Post #18 » by **MRxBLACK** » Sat Mar 21, 2015 3:38 am

RHJ will be guarding Russell, right? What a test that will be.

tsmith · Post #19 » by **tsmith** » Sat Mar 21, 2015 3:54 am

MRxBLACK wrote:RHJ will be guarding Russell, right? What a test that will be.

Im guessing that rondae and stan will be switching around on him

davidwho76er · Post #20 » by **davidwho76er** » Sat Mar 21, 2015 4:38 am

Watching Kris Dunn right now against Dayton. And I have to say he is not Impressing me at all this game. It could just be a bad game but Dayton doesn't exactly have a great PG, and Dunn is having trouble beating him. 4 assists and 5 TO's on 3-11 shooting so far is not very good.