Welcome to Charlotte : Hamidou Diallo (Traded to OKC, Pg.1)
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Welcome to Charlotte : Hamidou Diallo (Traded to OKC, Pg.1)
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Welcome to Charlotte : Hamidou Diallo (Traded to OKC, Pg.1)
No idea who this is, cool name though.
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Why he fits: Diallo is the prototype for what NBA teams are looking for at the wing position, standing 6-6, with a near 7-foot wingspan, a frame that will fill out in time and thermonuclear athleticism. His shooting mechanics are far from broken, and he showed marked improvement with his jumper over the past two years, completely revamping his mechanics. He has always been described by those around him as an incredibly hard worker who has little interests outside of basketball. Diallo's defense was inconsistent, but he improved as the year moved on; late in the season, Diallo had some remarkable stretches where he looked like one of the best wing defenders in the college game.
Despite spending a year and a half in Lexington, Diallo still hasn't turned 20. Considering his offensive limitations, there's a case to be made that he was in one of the worst situations of any prospect in this draft in terms of highlighting his deficiencies, playing the shooting guard position while being surrounded by non-shooters.
Drawbacks: Diallo was far from a productive player this past season, looking borderline unplayable at times during the SEC conference slate. His feel for the game leaves a lot to be desired, as evidenced by him averaging more turnovers than assists this season, a testament to his unrefined ball-handling ability and court vision. Diallo's 62 free throw percentage was not encouraging despite showing improvement as a shooter overall this past season, hinting at his struggles with the mental side of the game, especially in terms of how much his confidence fluctuates. Although Diallo could potentially be a great defender in time, he was inconsistent in this area at Kentucky, not always playing with the type of intensity level you'd like to see.
Despite spending a year and a half in Lexington, Diallo still hasn't turned 20. Considering his offensive limitations, there's a case to be made that he was in one of the worst situations of any prospect in this draft in terms of highlighting his deficiencies, playing the shooting guard position while being surrounded by non-shooters.
Drawbacks: Diallo was far from a productive player this past season, looking borderline unplayable at times during the SEC conference slate. His feel for the game leaves a lot to be desired, as evidenced by him averaging more turnovers than assists this season, a testament to his unrefined ball-handling ability and court vision. Diallo's 62 free throw percentage was not encouraging despite showing improvement as a shooter overall this past season, hinting at his struggles with the mental side of the game, especially in terms of how much his confidence fluctuates. Although Diallo could potentially be a great defender in time, he was inconsistent in this area at Kentucky, not always playing with the type of intensity level you'd like to see.
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My picks:
2020 Draft (3rd pick) - Tyrese Haliburton, Devin Vassell, or Onyeka Okongwu
2021 Draft (11th pick) - Moses Moody
2020 Draft (3rd pick) - Tyrese Haliburton, Devin Vassell, or Onyeka Okongwu
2021 Draft (11th pick) - Moses Moody
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I like this pick. At one time, earlier in the season, he was rated right outside the lottery. I'm sure he'll play all of next season in Greensboro.
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Like this pick also. Needs work, but good pick at 45.
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Second round picks are shots in the dark. Like that we're taking them, don't care whether we hit.
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If it's one thing this organization is known for, it's teaching kids how to shoot and develop a feel for the game. Just look at Biyombo, MKG, Vonleh...
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More like welcome to the Swarm but he is very athletic and has a chance to contribute one day.
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Eoghan wrote:If it's one thing this organization is known for, it's teaching kids how to shoot and develop a feel for the game. Just look at Biyombo, MKG, Vonleh...
We have a completely new staff now. Im hoping our player development has the most improvement
Your Charlotte Hornets! We’ll eventually get something right;right?
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KingCat wrote:Eoghan wrote:If it's one thing this organization is known for, it's teaching kids how to shoot and develop a feel for the game. Just look at Biyombo, MKG, Vonleh...
We have a completely new staff now. Im hoping our player development has the most improvement
Me too but I've gone through about 3-4 new staffs now hoping for the same thing. Time will tell.
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Kids like him are a big reason why I really hate the one and done strategy, but I still kinda like the pick. If it works our then we got a stud. If he is out the league in two years then who cares, its a 45th pick. Ohhh also more reason to watch summerleague
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We now have Ham and Bacon.
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Hornets Picks by Year
2021: Bouknight, Jones, Thor, Lewis
Protection on future 1st* (to NYK); 2nds
2022: 1-18; CHA (31-55), TOR 2 (55-60)
2023: 1-16; BOS (GH)
2024: 1-14; BOS (GH)
2025: 1-14; CHA (31-55)
*Becomes two 2nds if unconveyed
2021: Bouknight, Jones, Thor, Lewis
Protection on future 1st* (to NYK); 2nds
2022: 1-18; CHA (31-55), TOR 2 (55-60)
2023: 1-16; BOS (GH)
2024: 1-14; BOS (GH)
2025: 1-14; CHA (31-55)
*Becomes two 2nds if unconveyed
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JDR720 wrote:We now have Ham and Bacon.
Now we just need some... sausage?
It has been written...
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This guy made a bad decision to come out. He may be decent in 2-3 years, but not likely.
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He might be only pick we made I like tonight
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Lol nvm same hornets
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