2020 Draft Rumors Thread
Posted: Sat Oct 24, 2020 2:20 am
Yeah we're a month out, but I'm seriously jonesing for some juicy draft rumors.
Anyone?
Anyone?
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Catchall wrote:I think the rumors that Minnesota and Golden State would like to trade back or trade out make sense.
It's no secret that Brooklyn has a two-year time window with Kyrie and KD and wants to make trades for vets.
It's no secret that the Clippers are going to shake things up, given that they already replaced Doc with Lue.
It's no secret that the Bucks are under pressure to make a move, but it's not clear what they can pull off.
It's no secret that Chris Paul is available.
It's no secret that the Lakers will try to get a guard who can shoot and create some offense.
It's no secret that several teams are losing money without gate revenue and might move contracts to save money if they're not competitive.
babyjax13 wrote:Devon Dotson had a workout with Donovan Mitchell that reportedly went really well. I assume that means the Jazz were in control of that workout, but I don't know.
Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
Jamaaliver wrote:Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
My guess, he gets picked at #6 in a trade back for the Hawks.
Jamaaliver wrote:Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
My guess, he gets picked at #6 in a trade back for the Hawks.
pcbothwel wrote:Jamaaliver wrote:Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
My guess, he gets picked at #6 in a trade back for the Hawks.
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)
Catchall wrote:pcbothwel wrote:
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)
Toppin could be amazing in Golden State. He's like the PF version of KAT. Just sayin...
Jamaaliver wrote:Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
My guess, he gets picked at #6 in a trade back for the Hawks.
pcbothwel wrote:Jamaaliver wrote:Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
My guess, he gets picked at #6 in a trade back for the Hawks.
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)
King Ken wrote:pcbothwel wrote:
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)
I strongly believe Toppin is a much better offensive talent. He's not just a rim running finisher with elite movement chops. He can pass it extremely well, his movement is similar to prime Al Horford, and he has perimeter chops offensively that makes him extremely effective in a PPP based system which we run. I am extremely high on Toppin but for those who aren't, I can see why you don't like the pick but for me who is, I would LOVE the pick.
Catchall wrote:pcbothwel wrote:
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)
Toppin could be amazing in Golden State. He's like the PF version of KAT. Just sayin...
doordoor123 wrote:King Ken wrote:pcbothwel wrote:
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)
I strongly believe Toppin is a much better offensive talent. He's not just a rim running finisher with elite movement chops. He can pass it extremely well, his movement is similar to prime Al Horford, and he has perimeter chops offensively that makes him extremely effective in a PPP based system which we run. I am extremely high on Toppin but for those who aren't, I can see why you don't like the pick but for me who is, I would LOVE the pick.
Theyre different types of players, but Collins clearly has more upside. The issue with Collins is that he gets hurt so much, is his upside worth it? I'm all for Toppin joining the Hawks because I think he could be a good guy off the bench and sure, maybe to replace Collins after Collins is injured and Toppin has stronger production. I still strongly believe in Collins, but I totally get why anyone would be higher on Toppin.
Forbes.comBoston Celtics Expressing Interest In R.J. Hampton Ahead Of 2020 NBA Draft
Boston could go in several directions, but taking a chance on R.J. Hampton is one of the more interesting scenarios.
The Celtics had a good interview with Hampton and are looking to have an in-person workout with him in the near future, according to multiple sources. The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor had the Celtics taking Hampton at No. 14 in his latest mock draft, and that would make sense for Boston on a few levels.
First, Hampton fits the mold of a typical Celtics draft target. We touched on this earlier in the week with North Carolina’s Cole Anthony, but Boston has an affinity for top high school prospects whose next step didn’t go as expected. What else? The Celtics need an offensive punch off the bench and have the luxury of being able to patiently develop raw, younger players. Again, the fit would make a lot of sense in Boston.
pcbothwel wrote:Jamaaliver wrote:Bleacher ReportJonathan Wasserman wrote:Asking around the league, it seems highly unlikely Toppin will make it to the Detroit Pistons at No. 7.
My guess, he gets picked at #6 in a trade back for the Hawks.
How does that work with Collins though? Unless they are trading Collins, Toppin seems like a doppleganger (But worse defensively)