2020 NBA Draft prospects

[Mattya]

I was sceptical about Haliburton but I am wondering if low point release actually helps players to translate his jumpshot in NBA. It is easier to shoot from distance comparing to high release shot. E.g., Culver has serious struggles while Haliburton shot might work.

I don’t think it’s so much of Haliburton’s shot translating, as I think his percentages across the board all look good, but more what type of player he projects to be. His release point and lack of high free throw rate right now likely limits his ability to be a lead guard, but he does have a floater game which will help him. Is the floater and spot up shooting enough scoring to not hinder the impact the rest of his game has.

[KGdaBom]

I was sceptical about Haliburton but I am wondering if low point release actually helps players to translate his jumpshot in NBA. It is easier to shoot from distance comparing to high release shot. E.g., Culver has serious struggles while Haliburton shot might work.

I don’t think it’s so much of Haliburton’s shot translating, as I think his percentages across the board all look good, but more what type of player he projects to be. His release point and lack of high free throw rate right now likely limits his ability to be a lead guard, but he does have a floater game which will help him. Is the floater and spot up shooting enough scoring to not hinder the impact the rest of his game has.

I watched some video of Haliburton and Hayes to compare the two. On video Hayes was a far superior athlete. Haliburton was the better shooter and demonstrated better fundamentals.

[Klomp]

Anyone interested in Josh Green on the wing? I know we're looking more for PG/SG and SF/PF combinations over SG/SF, but honestly I just want to hit on these draft picks no matter what.

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[Neeva]

I think Josh Green will be a lot like Danny Green, a solid roleplayer and three point shooter for many years, but honestly I would Not choose him over Maxey if both are available with the Nets pick.I kind of prefer Bolmaro as well.This draft is a lot better than some are saying. It will be a lot like 2013..

[theGreatRC]

If Maxey is there with the Nets pick, you take him and never look back..

Something about those Kentucky guards with another level to unlock in the pros.

[KGdaBom]

If Maxey is there with the Nets pick, you take him and never look back..

Something about those Kentucky guards with another level to unlock in the pros.

Tankathon currently has Maxey the strong front runner for pick 17. That's very strongly tied into us already taking Toppin with our first pick. If we have taken somebody smaller the pick is often Pokusevsky. What makes Maxey a lock to be a better pick than Pokusevsky? What if we have already selected Ball, Hayes or Haliburton?

[minimus]

I think Josh Green will be a lot like Danny Green, a solid roleplayer and three point shooter for many years, but honestly I would Not choose him over Maxey if both are available with the Nets pick.I kind of prefer Bolmaro as well.This draft is a lot better than some are saying. It will be a lot like 2013..

I would not complain if we get Danny Green in this draft.

[KGdaBom]

I think Josh Green will be a lot like Danny Green, a solid roleplayer and three point shooter for many years, but honestly I would Not choose him over Maxey if both are available with the Nets pick.I kind of prefer Bolmaro as well.This draft is a lot better than some are saying. It will be a lot like 2013..

I would not complain if we get Danny Green in this draft.

Hopefully this one won't be in his 30s.

[Jedzz]

If Maxey is there with the Nets pick, you take him and never look back..

Something about those Kentucky guards with another level to unlock in the pros.

You guys on this Maxey roll must drink different water than me. How can you be so sure about a player that hasn't shown it yet? Did it come from watching their games all the time, or did a little draft hype birdie that you often listen to whisper it in your ear? Where does the confidence in that choice even come from?

[Jedzz]

I think Josh Green will be a lot like Danny Green, a solid roleplayer and three point shooter for many years, but honestly I would Not choose him over Maxey if both are available with the Nets pick.I kind of prefer Bolmaro as well.This draft is a lot better than some are saying. It will be a lot like 2013..

I would not complain if we get Danny Green in this draft.

Is there a draft prospect named Curry in this draft? Any Jesse James names? See them around a lot. Any Jimmy Goberts?

[Klomp]

Should we be considering the local product at 17?

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[Neeva]

Should we be considering the local product at 17?

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Only At 33 if he’s there still (so not likely)

[Jedzz]

Should we be considering the local product at 17?

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You can duct tape him together with McGlaughlin and maybe equal the mass of one Pek.

[Jedzz]

Finally find out on Thursday. Will it change anyones minds greatly if they get pick1, or pick 3, or pick 7?

[Neeva]

If its number one try to trade it and get a 2021 pick as well.
I am firmly on the Hayes bandwagon.

[KGdaBom]

Finally find out on Thursday. Will it change anyones minds greatly if they get pick1, or pick 3, or pick 7?

They draw the lottery on the 20th? Nice. Let it be us getting the #1 for once.

[Nick K]

Personally, while I agree that he has good quickness and mobility for a big man, I don't think that necessarily translates to "he's a good perimeter defender." I just don't think he has it to the level that's needed to defend on the perimeter on every possession, and that's what is essentially asked of who plays the 4 (or whatever you want to call it) in Minnesota. I personally see more quickness and mobility from Precious Achiuwa that is translatable to being a good perimeter defender, and would draft him to be our PF before drafting Okongwu to be our PF.

You have your right to be wrong.
I'm going to be so bummed when the Wolves pass on Okongwu.

For the record, I think Okongwu will be a good player. My whole argument is that he would be a C in this system and not a PF. If they decide they want more defense from the position, I could see them drafting him. I'm just not sure how likely it is with their investment in both Towns and Reid.

I don't understand why he can't play PF for us. At 6'9" 235 he'd be perfect physically. If you are worried about his 3 pt shot, we don't need him to do that. As far as I'm concerned if he were to just rim protect and rebound both ends I'd be thrilled. Yet he still has a decent offensive game.

His strength is our teams major weakness.

For me he's a no-brainer pick.....which is why we won't take him. We are way too smart for that even in a super weak draft.

[Nick K]

I sure see him as a PF. What do you think about my comparison to Zo?

Reply to my own question. Zo is a bit bigger and stronger. So he worked at Center despite being a little short. I think PF is the position that OK will have to play.

I know you're going to hate this, but what if Okongwu ends up being a Taj Gibson level player?

I don't see the Taj comp but even so he'd most likely still be better than anybody else in this poor draft.

[KGdaBom]

You have your right to be wrong.
I'm going to be so bummed when the Wolves pass on Okongwu.

For the record, I think Okongwu will be a good player. My whole argument is that he would be a C in this system and not a PF. If they decide they want more defense from the position, I could see them drafting him. I'm just not sure how likely it is with their investment in both Towns and Reid.

I don't understand why he can't play PF for us. At 6'9" 235 he'd be perfect physically. If you are worried about his 3 pt shot, we don't need him to do that. As far as I'm concerned if he were to just rim protect and rebound both ends I'd be thrilled. Yet he still has a decent offensive game.

His strength is our teams major weakness.

For me he's a no-brainer pick.....which is why we won't take him. We are way too smart for that even in a super weak draft.

You're preaching to the choir.
I'm going to be so bummed when we outsmart ourselves and don't take him.

[Klomp]

I don't understand why he can't play PF for us. At 6'9" 235 he'd be perfect physically. If you are worried about his 3 pt shot, we don't need him to do that. As far as I'm concerned if he were to just rim protect and rebound both ends I'd be thrilled. Yet he still has a decent offensive game.

His strength is our teams major weakness.

For me he's a no-brainer pick.....which is why we won't take him. We are way too smart for that even in a super weak draft.

Because to me he's a post-oriented big in what has become a perimeter-oriented position for Minnesota. I'm talking on both ends of the court. He's just better in the paint area. Moving him around on the perimeter would arguably take away his biggest strengths.