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Clippers targeting Augustin with 7th pick?
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 12:13 am
by Clip34life
From draftexpress
Is 7th a Reach for Augustin?
In desperate need of help at the point guard position, and with D.J. Augustin in their sights holding the 7th overall pick, the Clippers are pondering whether to pull the trigger on the extremely productive sophomore playmaker from Texas. Augustin will clearly be the best point guard on the board, but may be a bit of a reach where they are selecting. Workouts will play a big role in the decision of Elgin Baylor and key decision maker Mike Dunleavy Sr. They will also likely nab a big man with the 35th pick.
Adding interest is the fact that Augustin has reportedly decided to hire Thad Foucher of Los Angeles-based agency Wasserman Media Group as his representation. Foucher is from Augustin
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 3:20 am
by mj_shoefanatic
A light-skinned Brevin Knight
Dude is not even 6'0
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 4:20 am
by loflin3hree5ive
I wouldn't mind it. Augustin seems like a big intangibles guy and very fundamentally sound. He is a streaky shooter, but so was Sam when he was here. If Augustin can work with Brand on the P&R, I think he'd be a great pick. Augustin really seems like a competitor to me.
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 4:25 am
by mkwest
I like what he brings to the table in spite of his size. I wouldn't take him at 7, but perhaps if we traded down.
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 4:47 pm
by illastrate
If Augustin was 6'3", there's no way I would pass on him; he's a better pure PG than Westbrook. But after having to see the shorties Knight and Dickau last season, I just can't do it.
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 9:13 pm
by thanumba2clippersfan
I wouldn't mind drafting him if we traded down. But he's on the bottom of my list of players I think we should draft.
Posted: Wed May 28, 2008 10:55 pm
by loflin3hree5ive
I'd rather Augustin than Westbrook. Here's my bright idea:
#7 (Gordon) + Tim Thomas to Indiana for #11 (Augustin) + Jeff Foster
Foster is expiring and would make a great third big man to rotate in with Brand and Kaman. And getting rid of Thomas is always a plus.
Posted: Thu May 29, 2008 5:13 am
by jgustav1
Trading down has never worked out well for the Clippers in the past. Look at the trade from #2 to #4 for Livingston. I'd rather see them keep the pick than try to trade up or down a few positions in this draft, it isn't that good besides the top 2 players.
Posted: Thu May 29, 2008 9:37 pm
by AZ BLAZER
Would you guys entertain a deal from Portland? Something like;
7 for 13, 36 and a 2010 1st
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 3:17 pm
by Tucker74
illastrate wrote:If Augustin was 6'3", there's no way I would pass on him; he's a better pure PG than Westbrook. But after having to see the shorties Knight and Dickau last season, I just can't do it.
If he was 6'3" we wouldn't have a shot at him.
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 4:23 pm
by loflin3hree5ive
Jonathan Givony from Draftexpress.com had some interesting write-ups about both point guard prospects, Westbrook and Augustin and their performances at the NBA Pre-Draft Camp.
Also catching our eye was Russell Westbrook, who came out very seriously and didn
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 4:43 pm
by mj_shoefanatic
I knew Westbrook was a average ballhandler.
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 5:00 pm
by ClipperDomination
^ So what, Cassell is too...
Westbrook's weaknesses can be dealt with over time. I just love his game.
Wouldn't be mad if we took either of these players though, but both are a bit of a reach at 7, since I think we could take them even if we trade down a couple of spots.
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 8:47 pm
by mj_shoefanatic
Westbrook is nowhere near Sam I Am's level of play.
Cassell lacks that lockdown D and I'll give credit to the kid he can D up an opponent.
hmm
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 10:07 pm
by Clip34life
Apparently Westbrook was great in the drills. His athleticism is off the charts. DJ Augustin had a fantastic workout to and his offensive production was great. So that's good news.
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 10:12 pm
by loflin3hree5ive
If we take one of the point guards, I hope it's Augustin. He kind of reminds me of Derek Jeter. I also have faith that Augustin of all prospects we have a shot at in the draft is the most ready to step in from day one and help the Clippers make a playoff push. I don't have the patience to wait on Westbrook, and the Clippers certainly can't afford to waste time. All I can say is that it's going to be an interesting draft.
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 11:38 pm
by ClipperDomination
mj_shoefanatic wrote:Westbrook is nowhere near Sam I Am's level of play.
Cassell lacks that lockdown D and I'll give credit to the kid he can D up an opponent.
I'm talking about ball-handling specifically. If you think Sam I Am is a good ball-handler and has great moves, think otherwise (watch the playoffs and notice how people put pressure on him when he's dribbling up the court).
Westbrook will be a great player in the pros.
Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 11:42 pm
by ClipperDomination
loflin3hree5ive wrote:He kind of reminds me of Derek Jeter.
Posted: Sun Jun 1, 2008 12:47 am
by thanumba2clippersfan
I have to jump in on that one, Jeter? Wrong sport loflin
Posted: Sun Jun 1, 2008 9:55 am
by mj_shoefanatic
ClipperDomination wrote:-= original quote snipped =-
I'm talking about ball-handling specifically. If you think Sam I Am is a good ball-handler and has great moves, think otherwise (watch the playoffs and notice how people put pressure on him when he's dribbling up the court).
Westbrook will be a great player in the pros.
Dude's been in the leagus since the mid 90's and his clutch play obviously means that his handles must be above average. Think about all the teams that he's led or rode deep in the postseason (i.e. Rockets, Bucks, Wolves, Clippers and now Boston)
