2024 NBA Draft Thread

Hal14 · Post #21 » by **Hal14** » Sat Mar 4, 2023 3:41 am

Somto Cyril. He's in that mark williams/jalen duren/capela / robert williams mold. not saying he's gonna be as good.

but definitely has the potential to be a top 20 or even top 15 pick.

BostonCouchGM · Post #22 » by **BostonCouchGM** » Tue Mar 7, 2023 8:08 am

loaded draft class and even though Bronny should be a 1st rounder he won't sniff the top 10 because of how strong the class is. If any of this year's underperformers returns they risk falling to the late 1st which isn't much lower than present but they'd essentially be gaining nothing and losing out on that year of NBA salary. Unless the money in college can match it I wouldn't suggest it.

Post #23 » by **jman3134** » Tue Mar 7, 2023 6:16 pm

The strength of this class will depend on the player development internationally (and DJ Wagner). There are some really bright prospects who could apply this year or next, but still have a long way to go in their games. Just incredibly high level upside.

Post #24 » by **Jamaaliver** » Fri Mar 10, 2023 2:08 am

This is the guy projected to be #1? Man, can they still be unicorns if they all have the same skill set and size?

Looks like the domination of the MVP award is gonna go from one generation of euros (Jokic and Giannis) to another (Luka, Victor, this kid).

Read on Twitter

Post #25 » by **Duke4life831** » Fri Mar 10, 2023 2:41 am

Jamaaliver wrote:This is the guy projected to be #1? Man, can they still be unicorns if they all have the same skill set and size?

Looks like the domination of the MVP award is gonna go from one generation of euros (Jokic and Giannis) to another (Luka, Victor, this kid).

Read on Twitter

Im a big fan of his (I have him #1 as well) but I dont think he is a freak prospect though.

Also just a nitpick, I find it a stretch to call him a European prospect (I know the video said this as well). The dude was born in the US and has lived here his entire life.

clyde21 · Post #26 » by **clyde21** » Fri Mar 10, 2023 2:47 am

love me some Buz but yea, not a Wemby level prospect (not many are obviously).

sisibilio · Post #27 » by **sisibilio** » Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:10 pm

Mor Massamba Diop, remember the name. Still a work in progress but IMO he's the 2nd best prospect currently in Real Madrid structure, ahead of Ndiaye, Vide or Demin.

Hoopz Afrik · Post #28 » by **Hoopz Afrik** » Mon Mar 13, 2023 6:16 pm

I want to see more of Aday Mara. He intrigues me.

ItsDanger · Post #29 » by **ItsDanger** » Mon Mar 13, 2023 6:19 pm

This class will be more international players, hence why some media is negative due to US high school class.

The-Power · Post #30 » by **The-Power** » Tue Mar 14, 2023 3:39 am

Probably fits better in this thread: just how awesome is Ryan Dunn on defense? If he either becomes more consistent shooter or shows more as a passer, he'll be someone to look out for next season.

WargamesX · Post #31 » by **WargamesX** » Tue Mar 14, 2023 4:28 am

Duke4life831 wrote:
Jamaaliver wrote:This is the guy projected to be #1? Man, can they still be unicorns if they all have the same skill set and size?

Looks like the domination of the MVP award is gonna go from one generation of euros (Jokic and Giannis) to another (Luka, Victor, this kid).

Read on Twitter

Im a big fan of his (I have him #1 as well) but I dont think he is a freak prospect though.

Also just a nitpick, I find it a stretch to call him a European prospect (I know the video said this as well). The dude was born in the US and has lived here his entire life.

It’s a shame they just gave him that label because of his name. I am assuming once his interviews become widespread and their is a lack of a accent they’ll gradually stop doing it leading up to the draft.

clyde21 · Post #32 » by **clyde21** » Tue Mar 14, 2023 4:33 am

WargamesX wrote:
Duke4life831 wrote:
Jamaaliver wrote:This is the guy projected to be #1? Man, can they still be unicorns if they all have the same skill set and size?

Looks like the domination of the MVP award is gonna go from one generation of euros (Jokic and Giannis) to another (Luka, Victor, this kid).

Read on Twitter

Im a big fan of his (I have him #1 as well) but I dont think he is a freak prospect though.

Also just a nitpick, I find it a stretch to call him a European prospect (I know the video said this as well). The dude was born in the US and has lived here his entire life.

It’s a shame they just gave him that label because of his name. I am assuming once his interviews become widespread and their is a lack of a accent they’ll gradually stop doing it leading up to the draft.

possible they are doing it because he himself said he's gonna be playing for Lithuanian NT team not America

but yea, he pretty much came up thru American system.

Big J · Post #33 » by **Big J** » Tue Mar 14, 2023 1:53 pm

The-Power wrote:Probably fits better in this thread: just how awesome is Ryan Dunn on defense? If he either becomes more consistent shooter or shows more as a passer, he'll be someone to look out for next season.

He was also great in the Jackass films.

tundraknight · Post #34 » by **tundraknight** » Sun Mar 19, 2023 12:19 pm

I hope this draft will better that than it’s presumed to be.

TheSuzerain · Post #35 » by **TheSuzerain** » Tue Mar 21, 2023 2:17 pm

Random thought, but won't NIL lead to less 19 year old freshman? And guys will reclassify back to their actual class (if grades permit)?

Post #36 » by **Duke4life831** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 5:04 pm

Thought I’d give this a little bump with the all American game tomorrow.

The practices have been going on (which are viewed as the more important aspects of the week) and from what it sounds like, no standouts so far. Which isn’t surprising with how weak the class is viewed.

clyde21 · Post #37 » by **clyde21** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 5:09 pm

Duke4life831 wrote:Thought I’d give this a little bump with the all American game tomorrow.

The practices have been going on (which are viewed as the more important aspects of the week) and from what it sounds like, no standouts so far. Which isn’t surprising with how weak the class is viewed.

it'll come down to returning players and the international scene to give the class a bump

clyde21 · Post #38 » by **clyde21** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 5:13 pm

it's possble the top 3 guys in the class will be international guys (if u include Buz)...Buz, Mara and Risacher

it's always a toss up this early with international guys but def a possibility.

Post #39 » by **Duke4life831** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 5:17 pm

clyde21 wrote:
Duke4life831 wrote:Thought I’d give this a little bump with the all American game tomorrow.

The practices have been going on (which are viewed as the more important aspects of the week) and from what it sounds like, no standouts so far. Which isn’t surprising with how weak the class is viewed.

it'll come down to returning players and the international scene to give the class a bump

Yup. The reports I’ve read from the weekend practices. The #1 spot is still up for grabs between like 6-8 guys. That’s never a great thing when you’re dealing with that this late in a recruiting class.

From the reports I’ve read, Wagner has looked good, McCain has looked good (not in contention for #1 in the class obviously), Bronny has just looked solid. But ya no one really separating themselves.

Definitely wouldn’t be shocked if we only see like 1 or 2 college freshman in the top 5 of next year’s draft.

zike_42 · Post #40 » by **zike_42** » Mon Mar 27, 2023 9:11 pm

Proctor returning to Duke. What's his forecast for next draft?