2020 NBA Draft - We have a FRP!....for now

Post #921 » by **DayofMourning** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 12:17 pm

Sounds like IQ is another UK product who has a more complete game than we've witnessed. Its really a benefit to draft from Kentucky for us these days when their players haven't shown their full game, or have underperformed expectations. Were able to draft guys who would go higher if they'd been catered to. Can we catch lightning in a bottle thrice?

twix2500 · Post #922 » by **twix2500** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 12:19 pm

DayofMourning wrote:Sounds like IQ is another UK product who has a more complete game than we've witnessed. Its really a benefit to draft from Kentucky for us these days when their players haven't shown their full game, or have underperformed expectations. Were able to draft guys who would go higher if they'd been catered to. Can we catch lightning in a bottle thrice?

Yeah, its the trust in Calipari coaching staff. Calipari does a great job networking with nba teams.

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Post #923 » by **DayofMourning** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 12:48 pm

Was watching The Ringer draft cast on YouTube and Simmons mentioned this could be the year that teams are willing to forego their picks in favor of cap relief. He expects teams hit hardest financially by COVID will spend less.

That sounds great to me if I'm a Miami exec looking to add one more player. However, rookies are cost controlled, so they are one of the more financially sound ways to add to your team without killing your cap.

radikalBaller · Post #924 » by **radikalBaller** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 2:51 pm

Averaging 2 blocks and 2 steals is one of the most difficult thing to do in basketball...It has been done only 6 time 4 of those times belonging to Olajuwon, imo the best center of all time. Other 2 guys to do it were David robinson and Gerald wallace

Trying to find out how many time it has been done in college...

Interesting thing, No players has ever averaged 2 blocks 2 steals 2 trees

RexBoyWonder · Post #925 » by **RexBoyWonder** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 3:20 pm

twix2500 wrote:
RexBoyWonder wrote:
twix2500 wrote:

Watch on YouTube
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I think he's a SG more then a PG, but I can't hate on a pick that brings elite shooting, good size and (hopefully) decent athleticism.

If he's quick enough to guard PG's, I think on offense we can fit him in next to Herro/Jimmy/Bam and cover for his lack of playmaking.
I just see him as an Eddie House role

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That's really underestimating Quickly short Imo.

He's bigger, longer, probably more athletic and definitely more versatile as a scorer. His FT rate and his pull up game give a lot of room for optimism.

dolphinatik · Post #926 » by **dolphinatik** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 3:24 pm

Im excited about the possibility of getting Hagan or one of his UK teammates Quickly or Maxey. We are definitely adding one or two players to compete for a spot this offseason.

Honestly if the NBA ran an extended bubble experience for "Summer League" they could bridge the gap with an extended season opening satisfying the players, giving the fans basketball and generating tv revenue at the same time.

Feel_the_Heat15 · Post #927 » by **Feel_the_Heat15** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 5:08 pm

radikalBaller wrote:Averaging 2 blocks and 2 steals is one of the most difficult thing to do in basketball...It has been done only 6 time 4 of those times belonging to Olajuwon, imo the best center of all time. Other 2 guys to do it were David robinson and Gerald wallace

Trying to find out how many time it has been done in college...

Interesting thing, No players has ever averaged 2 blocks 2 steals 2 trees

Tyler Bey might be better. Athleticism could mean his defense translates better.

Read on Twitter

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lastb1ckman · Post #928 » by **lastb1ckman** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 5:14 pm

dolphinatik wrote:Im excited about the possibility of getting Hagan or one of his UK teammates Quickly or Maxey. We are definitely adding one or two players to compete for a spot this offseason.

Honestly if the NBA ran an extended bubble experience for "Summer League" they could bridge the gap with an extended season opening satisfying the players, giving the fans basketball and generating tv revenue at the same time.

I like Hagan, but are you saying to use a first round pick on him? That's a big reach. Hell, Quickley at 20 is a bit of a reach, but I can atleast imagine a Herro/Bam type rise for Quickley. Hagan might go undrafted. Just get him there or get a 2nd round pick from some team wanting to save money.

Feel_the_Heat15 · Post #929 » by **Feel_the_Heat15** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 5:34 pm

I strongly think we draft Quickley if no one falls, especially if we get him in for a workout.

Feel_the_Heat15 · Post #930 » by **Feel_the_Heat15** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 7:24 pm

Was wondering why the Heat only showed interest in Bane and don't seem to plan on working him out but maybe it's because they've watched him in another setting or he doesn't want to do a private workout with us.

twix2500 · Post #931 » by **twix2500** » Tue Nov 3, 2020 8:36 pm

Feel_the_Heat15 wrote:Was wondering why the Heat only showed interest in Bane and don't seem to plan on working him out but maybe it's because they've watched him in another setting or he doesn't want to do a private workout with us.

Its likely because they do not have interest in him at 20 but later in the draft. If they make a move for a player later in the draft at least did some research. Workouts are probably only being used for possible picks at 20

dolphinatik · Post #932 » by **dolphinatik** » Wed Nov 4, 2020 4:22 pm

lastb1ckman wrote:I like Hagan, but are you saying to use a first round pick on him? That's a big reach. Hell, Quickley at 20 is a bit of a reach, but I can atleast imagine a Herro/Bam type rise for Quickley. Hagan might go undrafted. Just get him there or get a 2nd round pick from some team wanting to save money.

Nah im saying looks like they can get one of those guys in the second round or undrafted likely Hagans. Calipari is sneaky but consistent win his habits. He doesnt always highlights his best players but the ones playing in crunch time are the ones he trusts the most. Thats Quickly Hagans and Maxey. prior years it was Bam and Herro despite not being starters. I see Hagans as the more realistic addition.

Post #933 » by **DayofMourning** » Wed Nov 4, 2020 5:07 pm

https://www.nba.com/news/best-player-from-last-20-nba-drafts?amp=1

Fun to look back at the draft slotting of the best players by class. Very good players can be found anywhere and typically trump "potential" and "high ceiling" projects.

dolphinatik · Post #934 » by **dolphinatik** » Wed Nov 4, 2020 10:31 pm

full breakdowns of the top 50 prospects comps measurables strengthens and weaknesses from the ringer

https://nbadraft.theringer.com/

HeatIn5 · Post #935 » by **HeatIn5** » Thu Nov 5, 2020 3:54 am

dolphinatik wrote:full breakdowns of the top 50 prospects comps measurables strengthens and weaknesses from the ringer

https://nbadraft.theringer.com/

Saddiq Bey would be such a perfect fit

Post #936 » by **Wiltside** » Thu Nov 5, 2020 4:23 am

Saw on Twitter that we worked out JUCO prospect Jay Scrubb.

https://hashtagbasketball.com/nba-draft/content/everything-you-need-to-know-about-jay-scrubb

Looks an interesting type. 6'6", 220lbs and a lefty with a nice looking stroke - he certainly passes the eye test. According to that article, Scrubb averaged 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 1.3 steals on 52/39/75 shooting splits.

I see my boys the Ringer are on the Bane wagon too. Get around him, people.

Rapaz · Post #937 » by **Rapaz** » Thu Nov 5, 2020 5:30 am

I suspected we'd eventually be tied to Scrubb after I joked about him a few weeks ago. :lol:

viewtopic.php?f=20&t=1909968&p=85818723#p85818723

Post #938 » by **Wiltside** » Thu Nov 5, 2020 5:37 am

Rapaz wrote:I suspected we'd eventually be tied to Scrubb after I joked about him a few weeks ago.

viewtopic.php?f=20&t=1909968&p=85818723#p85818723

Knew I'd seen the name in here before somewhere, Rapaz.

Such a 2Kesque name. Pretty unfortunate to be a baller and have the last name Scrubb tbh.

Would be ironic if he balled out though.

Seabass777 · Post #939 » by **Seabass777** » Thu Nov 5, 2020 4:39 pm

Wiltside wrote:Saw on Twitter that we worked out JUCO prospect Jay Scrubb.

https://hashtagbasketball.com/nba-draft/content/everything-you-need-to-know-about-jay-scrubb

Looks an interesting type. 6'6", 220lbs and a lefty with a nice looking stroke - he certainly passes the eye test. According to that article, Scrubb averaged 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 1.3 steals on 52/39/75 shooting splits.

I see my boys the Ringer are on the Bane wagon too. Get around him, people.

I'm liking me some Scrubb, I wonder if he would fall down to the 2nd round or even if he were to go undrafted? Doubt it lol.

twix2500 · Post #940 » by **twix2500** » Thu Nov 5, 2020 4:45 pm

Seabass777 wrote:
Wiltside wrote:Saw on Twitter that we worked out JUCO prospect Jay Scrubb.

https://hashtagbasketball.com/nba-draft/content/everything-you-need-to-know-about-jay-scrubb

Looks an interesting type. 6'6", 220lbs and a lefty with a nice looking stroke - he certainly passes the eye test. According to that article, Scrubb averaged 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 1.3 steals on 52/39/75 shooting splits.

I see my boys the Ringer are on the Bane wagon too. Get around him, people.

I'm liking me some Scrubb, I wonder if he would fall down to the 2nd round or even if he were to go undrafted? Doubt it lol.

Its hard for me to rate scrub because people make these highlight tapes of random moments and angles that make him look good. Instead showing more him in context of the game. Its like high-school or park highlights.

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