2020 NBA Draft Prospect Watch - Revised Poll

[King4Day]

He seems polite but doesn't really know how to answer any real questions. Not even about getting deep in his answers.
I know he's been rumored to be tanking interviews but if this is any sign, I can see why teams are concerned. And no, this isn't tanking. He sounds like he's a 15 year old. This dude needed college to better socialize and take classes that could help him get more comfortable in situations like this. I put some of this blame on his Dad for giving him everything and not putting what's best for him at the forefront. Or maybe he's just a shy kid.

Duane Rankin asks him about the Suns in the first 30 seconds of the video for those interested.

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[WeekapaugGroove]

New ringer mock. Has ball falling to 6 also suns taking Lewis with Toppin still on the board.

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[WeekapaugGroove]

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Id guess they are trying to move up higher than phoenix with eyes on Okongwu. He'd be perfect fit for them.

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[Kerrsed]

The 2020 NBA draft is as unpredictable as can be. Rumors are all over the place, and teams are trying to trade up, down, or completely out. League sources say both the Celtics and Magic are trying to move up into the mid-lottery using their own first-round picks, and the Wizards are angling to move up from no. 9.

[darmani]

When it comes to this draft, the less picks the better.

[King4Day]

The 2020 NBA draft is as unpredictable as can be. Rumors are all over the place, and teams are trying to trade up, down, or completely out. League sources say both the Celtics and Magic are trying to move up into the mid-lottery using their own first-round picks, and the Wizards are angling to move up from no. 9.

If Boston wants a big, I can't imagine either Wiseman or Okongwu will be there. Guess they are trying to have deals in place should a player be there. But those teams up there should be trying to get BPA for their rebuild (outside of GSW and Minny). Not trade to mid lottery and collect picks.

[bwgood77]

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Id guess they are trying to move up higher than phoenix with eyes on Okongwu. He'd be perfect fit for them.

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If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

[WeekapaugGroove]

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If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

For sure. I don't think there's much difference between 10 and 14 this year.

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[Kerrsed]

If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

Bingo.

LewisJr and/or Bane will still be there at #14. One of the two might (Just might) be gone.

[bwgood77]

If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

For sure. I don't think there's much difference between 10 and 14 this year.

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Bingo.

LewisJr and/or Bane will still be there at #14. One of the two might (Just might) be gone.

Yeah, especially if you add Terry in there.

Normally, I don't think they would want to add 2-3 rookies right now, with us ready to compete, however, given the climate of the league financially, I think it's more likely that Sarver would like cost controlled contracts for 4 years, especially given how cheap the picks are at 26 and 30...these are like minimum contracts, and if we let Kaminsky, Okobo, Baynes and Diallo go, that leaves our roster at 11....and not counting Lecque, and even Jerome, 9 deep that can play minutes.

You could even add a FA and 3 rookies...or if you add 2 rookies add 2 FAs. Then when the Bridges/Ayton extensions kick in, you still have Cam, Jerome (if still here), 2-3 rookies from this year, maybe Carter and Payne, and another rookie from next year, leaving you money to spend on the other 8 or 9 spots...and obviously Cam, possibly Carter and/or Payne, and least one rookie from this year would probably be able to contribute, putting you at 11 or 12 deep at quality rotation guys, with almost half on cheap contracts. That's what the winning teams do....invest heavily in 2-3 or 4 players, with maybe a few mid level guys, but mostly cheap contracts to fill out the bench. Hard to go somewhere with a bunch of average players making average salaries.

[Kerrsed]

Yeah, especially if you add Terry in there.

Normally, I don't think they would want to add 2-3 rookies right now, with us ready to compete, however, given the climate of the league financially, I think it's more likely that Sarver would like cost controlled contracts for 4 years, especially given how cheap the picks are at 26 and 30...these are like minimum contracts, and if we let Kaminsky, Okobo, Baynes and Diallo go, that leaves our roster at 11....and not counting Lecque, and even Jerome, 9 deep that can play minutes.

You could even add a FA and 3 rookies...or if you add 2 rookies add 2 FAs. Then when the Bridges/Ayton extensions kick in, you still have Cam, Jerome (if still here), 2-3 rookies from this year, maybe Carter and Payne, and another rookie from next year, leaving you money to spend on the other 8 or 9 spots...and obviously Cam, possibly Carter and/or Payne, and least one rookie from this year would probably be able to contribute, putting you at 11 or 12 deep at quality rotation guys, with almost half on cheap contracts. That's what the winning teams do....invest heavily in 2-3 or 4 players, with maybe a few mid level guys, but mostly cheap contracts to fill out the bench. Hard to go somewhere with a bunch of average players making average salaries.

But i think we have learned that Rookies dont have to play like rookies. If we do the trade and use 2 of the picks on older more seasoned players that dont have the Super-high ceiling along with the high-risk high-reward factor, those are guys like Cam that can contribute day one and not need years developing their potential talent. Grab 2 older guys and maybe use the 3rd pick on a Freshman. The 2 older guys will of course end up getting more minutes and being useful day one, while we can work behind the scenes to develop the youngster. Grab a Guard, a Big (PF/C), and a Wing. That way they arnt fighting each other for the few spot minutes that may be available.

[Ghost of Kleine]

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Id guess they are trying to move up higher than phoenix with eyes on Okongwu. He'd be perfect fit for them.

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If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

Definitely agree man!
But if it were to happen with Toppin and/or Haliburton off the board, Who would you go with personally at 14 and 26?
Or at 14/ 26/ 30? Any specific combinations that you like?

[Ghost of Kleine]

If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

For sure. I don't think there's much difference between 10 and 14 this year.

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Bingo.

LewisJr and/or Bane will still be there at #14. One of the two might (Just might) be gone.

Yeah, especially if you add Terry in there.

Normally, I don't think they would want to add 2-3 rookies right now, with us ready to compete, however, given the climate of the league financially, I think it's more likely that Sarver would like cost controlled contracts for 4 years, especially given how cheap the picks are at 26 and 30...these are like minimum contracts, and if we let Kaminsky, Okobo, Baynes and Diallo go, that leaves our roster at 11....and not counting Lecque, and even Jerome, 9 deep that can play minutes.

You could even add a FA and 3 rookies...or if you add 2 rookies add 2 FAs. Then when the Bridges/Ayton extensions kick in, you still have Cam, Jerome (if still here), 2-3 rookies from this year, maybe Carter and Payne, and another rookie from next year, leaving you money to spend on the other 8 or 9 spots...and obviously Cam, possibly Carter and/or Payne, and least one rookie from this year would probably be able to contribute, putting you at 11 or 12 deep at quality rotation guys, with almost half on cheap contracts. That's what the winning teams do....invest heavily in 2-3 or 4 players, with maybe a few mid level guys, but mostly cheap contracts to fill out the bench. Hard to go somewhere with a bunch of average players making average salaries.

[bwgood77]

Id guess they are trying to move up higher than phoenix with eyes on Okongwu. He'd be perfect fit for them.

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If Toppin or Haliburton not there at 10, I would trade down for 14 or 26 almost certainly...and if they add 30, without a doubt.

Definitely agree man!
But if it were to happen with Toppin and/or Haliburton off the board, Who would you go with personally at 14 and 26?
Or at 14/ 26/ 30? Any specific combinations that you like?

Depends on who was there and who I thought I could get at 26.

[WeekapaugGroove]

If Okongwu is there at 10 it would actually be an interesting decision to trade with boston or just take him. Honestly I might just take him, the more I look at this draft the more he feels like one of the cleanest prospects. I think he's going to be a really good player. The immediate fit wouldn't be too bad because they need a backup C. Now a year or two from now if he got good then you might have some decisions to make if you don't think him and Ayton could coexist. But that would be a good problem to have.

Probably a moot point though because I think it's more likely he goes top 5 than falls to 10.

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[alamin330]

Why are you guys sleeping on Devin Vassell?

[WeekapaugGroove]

Why are you guys sleeping on Devin Vassell?

? Id say he's one of the most universally well liked guys on this board. Maybe he hasn't been talked about as much as others but I think that's because it's pretty clear what he is and there isn't a ton of debate about him.

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[Frank Lee]

It’s anyone’s guess at this point as very few of these move up deals will be made prior to the actual picks. Much like the Bridges and Johnson coups ..... if anything, Jones is batting .666 on draft day. (Yes, I’m giving him credit for the Bridges trade). McDeadtome garners no love.

[Ghost of Kleine]

If Okongwu is there at 10 it would actually be an interesting decision to trade with boston or just take him. Honestly I might just take him, the more I look at this draft the more he feels like one of the cleanest prospects. I think he's going to be a really good player. The immediate fit wouldn't be too bad because they need a backup C. Now a year or two from now if he got good then you might have some decisions to make if you don't think him and Ayton could coexist. But that would be a good problem to have.

Probably a moot point though because I think it's more likely he goes top 5 than falls to 10.

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Agreed that he'd be interesting to consider keeping! And although I also agree that it's a moot point in that he'll almost certainly go top 5 ( Charlotte is rumored to be heavily interested at 3) I think that he could actually develop enough versatility to play spot minutes at the 4, Whilst his perimeter shooting develops more. It does appear that he's been working on it diligently.

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