Rookie Play, Highlights & Discussion

God Squad · Post #121 » by **God Squad** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 11:12 am

rand wrote:Vassell is really impressive. Love this pick for the Spurs.

How he fell from the top 10 to the Spurs is beyond me. That video with him changing his shooting form messed his stock up.

basketballRob · Post #122 » by **basketballRob** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 11:30 am

God Squad wrote:
basketballRob wrote:
God Squad wrote:He looks really good and the jumper is translating.

Edit : I'll go as far as to say he should be starting over Fultz real soon.
Fultz will average near 20 ppg this season.

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Meh PPG isn't the end all be all. I don't think Fultz is a starting guard in the league.

He won the job last year, because the second unit was better than the first one when he was on it. Plus he's still younger than some of the rookies we're talking about on this thread.

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God Squad · Post #123 » by **God Squad** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 11:33 am

basketballRob wrote:
God Squad wrote:
basketballRob wrote:Fultz will average near 20 ppg this season.

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Meh PPG isn't the end all be all. I don't think Fultz is a starting guard in the league.
He won the job last year, because the second unit was better than the first one when he was on it. Plus he's still younger than some of the rookies we're talking about on this thread.

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You guys had/have no point guards. Last year I think you guys had DJ Augustine? Cole is the first real competition he's going to face. You clearly like Fultz far more than I do.

basketballRob · Post #124 » by **basketballRob** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 12:26 pm

God Squad wrote:
basketballRob wrote:
God Squad wrote:Meh PPG isn't the end all be all. I don't think Fultz is a starting guard in the league.
He won the job last year, because the second unit was better than the first one when he was on it. Plus he's still younger than some of the rookies we're talking about on this thread.

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You guys had/have no point guards. Last year I think you guys had DJ Augustine? Cole is the first real competition he's going to face. You clearly like Fultz far more than I do.

I watched every minute of the games last year. They prohibited him from practicing 3 pt shots last summer while he was rehabbing his shoulder. I think he'll be up around 35% this season. He's clearly better than Cole.

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76ciology · Post #125 » by **76ciology** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 1:38 pm

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Patsfan1081 · Post #126 » by **Patsfan1081** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 2:49 pm

Justin33 wrote:
LoveMyRaps wrote:
WeTheNorth123 wrote:Who's better Flynn or Prichard.....unbiasly

Flynn easily. I'm basing that strictly off their college games.
Given his IQ and defense, I think Flynn has the higher upside at the NBA level as well.
But I guess we'll find out.

Certainly unbiased

Yeah that doesn’t sound unbiased at all.... I’m sure he watched a ton of Flynn at that power school of his. :roll:

OrlMagic05 · Post #127 » by **OrlMagic05** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 9:06 pm

God Squad wrote:
basketballRob wrote:
God Squad wrote:Meh PPG isn't the end all be all. I don't think Fultz is a starting guard in the league.
He won the job last year, because the second unit was better than the first one when he was on it. Plus he's still younger than some of the rookies we're talking about on this thread.

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You guys had/have no point guards. Last year I think you guys had DJ Augustine? Cole is the first real competition he's going to face. You clearly like Fultz far more than I do.

Not trying to be rude or funny, but did you watch much of fultz last year? He improved every single month. The guy will be in the starting line as long as he is healthy. I foresee Cole joining Fultz in the starting lineup later in the year as well. Fultz will be the MIP this year.

LivingLegend · Post #128 » by **LivingLegend** » Wed Dec 16, 2020 9:14 pm

Roger Murdock wrote:Okoro looks great all around right now. I won't be surprised if hes the Cavs most impactful player this year.

Impressed by Dylan Windlers BBIQ. Smart ball movement and passing. I think he can be a nice role player. Maybe a Kuzma type guy.

Okoro might be the most impactful player on the Cavs because he does the 1 thing that nobody else on the roster does. Play elite defense.

Watching Okoro/Porter Jr at SG/SF this year has me giddy especially because Okoro really does remind me of a spitting image of young Andre Iguodala. He doesnt look 19, sounds weird but he is built like a brick ___ house for 19 years old. How?

Jedzz · Post #129 » by **Jedzz** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 12:19 am

bwgood77 wrote:I can turn this into the Rookie of the Year thread later, but it is a little ridiculous it all it that already.

Post highlights or discussion here.

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But wait. Where are all the videos of the great hyped top 3 of the draft? Nobody could refer to anyone else in the top 3 for 9 months. But now nobody wants to discuss them. hmmm

fart · Post #130 » by **fart** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 12:23 am

Is Malachi really good or is it the usual Raps fans hype for their draft pick every year?

amcoolio · Post #131 » by **amcoolio** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 12:46 am

Jedzz wrote:
bwgood77 wrote:I can turn this into the Rookie of the Year thread later, but it is a little ridiculous it all it that already.

Post highlights or discussion here.

Read on Twitter

Watch on YouTube

Watch on YouTube

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But wait. Where are all the videos of the great hyped top 3 of the draft? Nobody could refer to anyone else in the top 3 for 9 months. But now nobody wants to discuss them. hmmm

here you go broski

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The Goonibomber · Post #132 » by **The Goonibomber** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 2:59 am

Patrick Williams has REALLY impressed me with his fluidity on the offensive end. I assumed the motor would be solid based on college, but he’s definitely not close to his final form yet.

BlazersBroncos · Post #133 » by **BlazersBroncos** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 3:14 am

Man, Poku is going to be so freaking good. Kid is 18 and has some of the best handles for a man his size that I have ever seen. Needs to keep working on that shot, but shooting can be corrected when you have as decent a form as Poku. But his other skills are just really hard to find. I think he ends up a top 5 player from this draft.

DroseReturnChi · Post #134 » by **DroseReturnChi** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 4:08 am

Okoro 3/5 shooting 2/3 from deep 10 pts/2steals
P Will 6/9 shooting 13pts/7/2blocks first start.

Both are studs of this draft two way wings outplaying their draft position.

anotherhomer · Post #135 » by **anotherhomer** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 4:51 am

fart wrote:Is Malachi really good or is it the usual Raps fans hype for their draft pick every year?

as a raptors fan, there are unfortunate some fans who make us look bad.

Malachi Flynn been good but solid
https://www.thestepien.com/2020/04/07/malachi-flynn-scouting-report/
https://www.nbamockdraft.com/malachi-flynn/

These two reports are pretty accurate.
He's a good fit on a team like Raptors etc, where he can contribute right away

He'll most likely be a good backup PG, who can run the offense, and play good defence.

Clocian · Post #136 » by **Clocian** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 5:01 am

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anotherhomer · Post #137 » by **anotherhomer** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 5:04 am

Clocian wrote:

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pat williams showed some nice flashes, if he can put it together

Roger Murdock · Post #138 » by **Roger Murdock** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 5:05 am

Is WIlliams expected to start? I viewed him as more of an unmolded ball of clay who'd come off bench to play wing or maybe the 4 in some matchups. Love his talent but wasnt sure on his role this year.

The Force. · Post #139 » by **The Force.** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 6:38 am

Roger Murdock wrote:Is WIlliams expected to start? I viewed him as more of an unmolded ball of clay who'd come off bench to play wing or maybe the 4 in some matchups. Love his talent but wasnt sure on his role this year.

The starting lineup is not set in stone but based on tonight's game and his play thus far, I wouldn't be shocked if he starts day 1, particularly with how much Markkanen's been struggling.

13th Man · Post #140 » by **13th Man** » Thu Dec 17, 2020 6:39 am

Roger Murdock wrote:Is WIlliams expected to start? I viewed him as more of an unmolded ball of clay who'd come off bench to play wing or maybe the 4 in some matchups. Love his talent but wasnt sure on his role this year.

From Rotoworld:

Patrick Williams started vs. OKC on Wednesday, playing 27 minutes to finish with 13 points on 6-of-9 shooting, seven boards, two blocks and one 3-pointer.
Bulls coach Billy Donovan opted to start his rookie to see his rotations from a new angle -- this was Williams' first start since high school. "It’s just more to see, ‘OK, what does Patrick look like with that first group?," he said, adding that he'd keep "an open mind" about starting Williams in the regular season. The Bulls have been without rotation players Thaddeus Young, Tomas Satoransky and Garrett Temple, so we may not see Donovan's ideal rotations take shape until a few weeks into the regular season. At the very least, though, Williams showed he's ready to step into an impactful role immediately.

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I'm thinking of taking a flyer on him in fantasy, both him and Deni are looking good to become possible starters. I can't get rid of Malachi this easily though lol...so will have to keep a close eye on Patrick Williams.

Who are your top 3?