Josh Hart With No. 30 Pick

Sofa King · Post #1 » by **Sofa King** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 4:17 am

Josh Hart, Villanova, SG, 6-6, 210

The Big East player of the year as well as defensive player of the year averaged an impressive 18.7 points a game to go along with 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals. An average athlete by NBA standards, Hart does have good size and a solid 6-8 wingspan that will help him check both guards and forwards on the perimeter. He doesn’t have any elite skills offensively but he is an efficient scorer who shot 40% from three-point range on more than five attempts a game. NBA scouts say they are impressed with Hart’s toughness and nose for the ball on defense, which will serve him well at the next level.

-- Tyler Blint-Welsh

Reaction: The Lakers moved back in the draft to take Josh Hart. He’s a very competitive player who plays the guard position.

-- Broderick Turner

http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-nba-draft-2017-live-updates-utah-jazz-choose-josh-hart-with-30th-1498186310-htmlstory.html

Josh Hart is a versatile shooting guard with NBA-level size and length who does a bit of everything to help the team win. Hart is a very complete player, who’s best NBA attribute right now might be his jump shot (40.4 3p% last year). He’s a very efficient player, who’s added in some playmaking over time to his tough defense and mature style of play.

At 6-foot-5 and 210 pounds with a 6-foot-8 wingspan, Hart has solid size and length for the 2 guard position. He can guard multiple positions on defense with his smarts, tenacity and strength. Hart’s defensive and shooting ability gives him role playing potential as a 3-and-D guy right now, which gives him a high floor as a prospect.

While Hart is a solid athlete, he won’t be blowing anybody away with his explosiveness, quickness or overall speed at the next level. This does limit his potential in isolation situations, and might make him struggle in situations where he has to create on his own.

Hart is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades, master of none type prospect. He’ll need to hope his 3-point range translates to the longer line so that defenses have to run him off the line. Hart has a good work ethic and the maturity to find a niche at the next level — I think he’ll find a role for a team in time.

NBA comparison: Courtney Lee

2016-17 stats: 18.7 PPG, 6.4 RPG, 2.9 APG, 1.5 SPG, 51.0 FG%, 40.4 3P%, 74.7 FT%

https://www.fanragsports.com/nba/lakers/josh-hart-brings-lakers/

Spens1 · Post #2 » by **Spens1** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 4:21 am

luckily he won't have to create too much on his own.

also Courtney Lee comparisons excite me, that is the type of player we need next to Ball.

TKainZero · Post #3 » by **TKainZero** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 4:45 am

He looked good In the tourney from what I remember. Tough kid. Could be the lakers starting sg next season (Clarkson 6th man)

Having defenders is never bad.

Hangman_52 · Post #4 » by **Hangman_52** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 4:53 am

Reminds me of an Eddie Jones type player

RingsDontLie · Post #5 » by **RingsDontLie** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 5:32 am

Why does he remind me of Chauncey. Listed as 6'5 but looks more like a stalky 6'3 guy in some clips unless he grew in college...uses his stocky frame well when driving, and just a good all around skillset. Could be a valuable role player? Maybe more?

Better vid:

Watch on YouTube

NBAWestFan · Post #6 » by **NBAWestFan** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 5:39 am

Looks like a solid pick at 30.

He looks like a guy who can score in transition.

He does look like 6-3" rather than 6-5

Post #7 » by **Duke4life831** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 6:41 am

Hes going to become a fan favorite real quick. The dude just plays the way the game is supposed to be played.

KidPistol · Post #8 » by **KidPistol** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 6:42 am

Hey, non-lakers fan chiming in on this pick however I'm a huge Nova supporter and I will admit, I'm a bit jealous that you guys got my favorite player in the draft. He's a great player that's under the radar but Josh is a great kid. He plays with major heart no pun intended and he's probably one of the more efficient shooters in the draft. Solid 3&D for the Lakers and even though I have nothing but hatred towards the Lakers, I hope you guys treat Josh well and allow him to play a bit. In fact, I hope you guys start him. He'd definitely be an all rookie team member if given the right amount of minutes.

Definitely interested in seeing how the Ball/Hart back court would do especially if Nick ditches town.

Up-And-Coming · Post #9 » by **Up-And-Coming** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 7:58 am

Solid pick, very happy. Hope we keep Hart and Kuzma (who fits perfectly here). I'm not high on Thomas Bryant though but that's okay

Post #10 » by **Slava** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 8:50 am

16. Josh Hart
Villanova
Shooting guard
Big Board: No. 37
Stats: No. 8

Consensus: 1.2 WARP

One of the most productive players in college basketball as a senior, Hart has no statistical weaknesses, and he has strengths in terms of 2-point percentage and shooting.

Hart projects to a 3-and-D role in the NBA, and indeed his second-best comp is Danny Green. (Of course, his best comp is MarShon Brooks. The draft is hard.)

From Pelton's stat projections draft report.

LakersSoul · Post #11 » by **LakersSoul** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 8:59 am

KidPistol wrote:Hey, non-lakers fan chiming in on this pick however I'm a huge Nova supporter and I will admit, I'm a bit jealous that you guys got my favorite player in the draft. He's a great player that's under the radar but Josh is a great kid. He plays with major heart no pun intended and he's probably one of the more efficient shooters in the draft. Solid 3&D for the Lakers and even though I have nothing but hatred towards the Lakers, I hope you guys treat Josh well and allow him to play a bit. In fact, I hope you guys start him. He'd definitely be an all rookie team member if given the right amount of minutes.

Definitely interested in seeing how the Ball/Hart back court would do especially if Nick ditches town.

Thank for the info and comments KidPistol! Appreciate it.

LakersSoul · Post #12 » by **LakersSoul** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 10:58 am

Josh Hart is a good prospect for the Lakers. He is not the quickest but he hustles, play strong defense and knows how to shoot. 6'6" SG, Hart shot over 40% (46% as a sophomore) from long distance and that can extend out to NBA range as well.

Magic gets us another strong fundamental, defensive-minded, diving on the floor guy that can shoot the rock. I think he will be a great role player and a fan favorite.

Rafer24 · Post #13 » by **Rafer24** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 11:04 am

Solid pick. Hopefully he will develop a good relationship with Lonzo in the Summer League.

kobe808lak · Post #14 » by **kobe808lak** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 1:44 pm

He looks like a good fit next to Lonzo. Can D up and hit the 3.

karkinos · Post #15 » by **karkinos** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 2:00 pm

High floor low ceiling player. Anticipate him to have a long career as a role player.

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ISayshowmee · Post #16 » by **ISayshowmee** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 2:13 pm

RingsDontLie wrote:Why does he remind me of Chauncey. Listed as 6'5 but looks more like a stalky 6'3 guy in some clips unless he grew in college...uses his stocky frame well when driving, and just a good all around skillset. Could be a valuable role player? Maybe more?

Better vid:

Watch on YouTube

Me too....perhaps his not too quick movements, not too athletic but very strong type player. Seems like bball IQ is also good.

Spanish_Laker · Post #17 » by **Spanish_Laker** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 2:48 pm

It looks like the ideal fit next to Lonzo. Let's see how it pans out.

TylersLakers · Post #18 » by **TylersLakers** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 3:02 pm

I just love how scrappy and tough he is. It also helps he makes big shots and is an NBA sized body. But his scrappyness, toughness, competitiveness is the thing I admire most.

Could easily see him starting this season.

Sedale Threatt · Post #19 » by **Sedale Threatt** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 4:08 pm

Read multiple people describing him as the Malcolm Brogdon of this year's draft. I'll take that. If either he or Kuzma turn out to be valuable contributors, and Ball lives up to expectations, this will have been a great draft.

danfantastk32 · Post #20 » by **danfantastk32** » Fri Jun 23, 2017 5:49 pm

Happy with this pick as well. Best of luck.

""While Hart is a solid athlete, he won’t be blowing anybody away with his explosiveness, quickness or overall speed at the next level. This does limit his potential in isolation situations, and might make him struggle in situations where he has to create on his own.""

Kinda feel like you can say the same thing about Klay. He's turned into an alright player, most would agree.

Play to your strengths...do what you do well. There's only a handful of guys with everything going for them. Plenty of guys have great careers with a piece or two missing from their game.

can't wait for summer league! Good draft IMO. very excited.