2019 NBA Draft Prep

[Hazer]

I’m leaning toward Cam, Rui, and Bruno. I’ve been watching, still hard to call at this point. March Madness should be interesting, but proceed with caution: Tyler Dorsey.

[Jamaaliver]

How is he athletically? I hate the Hickson-bod. Built for the Grant Long-era, not 2019 and beyond.

At only 18, he's more agile than strong. He's fairly lean, but his frame seems like he should be able to pack on more muscle pretty easily. (He was around 225+ at the start of this season...at age 17.)

From Bleacher Report:

12. Minnesota Timberwolves: Sekou Doumbouya (France, SF/PF, 2000)

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Sekou Doumbouya, who's expected back from a thumb injury soon, will be an option for late-lottery teams that are unimpressed by the remaining NCAA prospects.

He still features physical tools (6'9", 230 lbs) and athleticism over skill at 18 years old, and his value lies in finishing and defensive versatility. But he has hit 10 threes and 73.7 percent of his free throws through 20 games, and has flashed potential with face-up moves and improvised baskets off the dribble.

He scored 12 points in three consecutive games before he went down, so scouts will monitor his return closely.

Profile on Doumboya from last year's BWB camp:

Sekou Doumboya, F, France

Height: 6’9” | Weight: 210 | Draft-eligible: 2019

Born in Guinea, Doumboya moved to France as a child and helped lead the team to gold as one of the younger prospects at the U18 Euros in 2016. Perhaps the best all-around athlete among this year’s BWB campers, Doumboya is tracking as an early first-round selection for next year’s draft. Possessing a rare combination of power and skill, he plays above the rim with ease, throwing down explosive two-handed slams and gathering quickly in space off one or two feet. When attacking downhill, there were few players who could stay in front of him. Despite lacking great change of direction due in part to his handle, Doumboya’s burst got it done in this setting. His lean, strong frame should be able to fill out, and he was arguably the top prospect at the camp.

Doumboya displayed nice shooting touch and a soft, easy release on the perimeter that looked consistent all weekend. He has considerable upside in that area, and while right now it’s more of a set shot, he has the requisite body control to develop into a capable shooter on the move. His developing handle and passing skills suggest he could play either forward position down the road. He’s instinctive reading the ball off the glass and may be best suited as a mismatch-type small-ball four in the NBA, and defended quite well on the perimeter when locked in. Doumboya was noticeably among the more vocal campers, as well.

He told the Front Office he patterns his game after Paul George. The hype appears to be warranted.

SI.com -- Feb 2018

[kg01]

How is he athletically? I hate the Hickson-bod. Built for the Grant Long-era, not 2019 and beyond.

At only 18, he's more agile than strong. He's fairly lean, but his frame seems like he should be able to pack on more muscle pretty easily. (He was around 225+ at the start of this season...at age 17.)

From Bleacher Report:

12. Minnesota Timberwolves: Sekou Doumbouya (France, SF/PF, 2000)

Watch on YouTube

Sekou Doumbouya, who's expected back from a thumb injury soon, will be an option for late-lottery teams that are unimpressed by the remaining NCAA prospects.

He still features physical tools (6'9", 230 lbs) and athleticism over skill at 18 years old, and his value lies in finishing and defensive versatility. But he has hit 10 threes and 73.7 percent of his free throws through 20 games, and has flashed potential with face-up moves and improvised baskets off the dribble.

He scored 12 points in three consecutive games before he went down, so scouts will monitor his return closely.

Profile on Doumboya from last year's BWB camp:

Sekou Doumboya, F, France

Height: 6’9” | Weight: 210 | Draft-eligible: 2019

Born in Guinea, Doumboya moved to France as a child and helped lead the team to gold as one of the younger prospects at the U18 Euros in 2016. Perhaps the best all-around athlete among this year’s BWB campers, Doumboya is tracking as an early first-round selection for next year’s draft. Possessing a rare combination of power and skill, he plays above the rim with ease, throwing down explosive two-handed slams and gathering quickly in space off one or two feet. When attacking downhill, there were few players who could stay in front of him. Despite lacking great change of direction due in part to his handle, Doumboya’s burst got it done in this setting. His lean, strong frame should be able to fill out, and he was arguably the top prospect at the camp.

Doumboya displayed nice shooting touch and a soft, easy release on the perimeter that looked consistent all weekend. He has considerable upside in that area, and while right now it’s more of a set shot, he has the requisite body control to develop into a capable shooter on the move. His developing handle and passing skills suggest he could play either forward position down the road. He’s instinctive reading the ball off the glass and may be best suited as a mismatch-type small-ball four in the NBA, and defended quite well on the perimeter when locked in. Doumboya was noticeably among the more vocal campers, as well.

He told the Front Office he patterns his game after Paul George. The hype appears to be warranted.

SI.com -- Feb 2018

One a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being @spud and 5 being Shawn Kemp, where does this guy land?

[Jamaaliver]

One a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being @spud and 5 being Shawn Kemp, where does this guy land?

3.5?


Realistically, he falls somewhere between Pascal Siakam and Kevon Looney. With a slim chance of being something much greater.

I'd only take him with the later of our two draft picks this year. And support stashing him for at least a year.



FTR, I see him capable of playing SF, PF and/or small-ball Center.

[jayu70]

We getting pick #1, we are getting Zion. I can feel it on my bones (or maybe it's the weather).
Who do we take with the Mavs pick after we select Zion.

[Jamaaliver]

We getting pick #1, we are getting Zion. I can feel it on my bones (or maybe it's the weather).
Who do we take with the Mavs pick after we select Zion.

Any of the 3 & D Wings seem like GOOD COMPLEMENTS:

13. Keldon Johnson, G/F, Kentucky | Freshman

Height: 6'6" | Weight: 210 | Age: 19 | Last Rank: 12

Spoiler:

Johnson has always been a player whose value lies in his floor as a likely contributor, and he’s been steady if not spectacular for the Wildcats this season. His three-point shooting has been encouraging, his competitiveness runs high, and there are no glaring holes in his skill set. Johnson is somewhat mature physically and is not extremely explosive or wiggly off the bounce, which points to a more limited ceiling than some of the players ahead of him on this list, but there’s a lot to like about his game, particularly given the demand for wings who play both ends. He should present bankable value in this range of the draft.

14. De’Andre Hunter, F, Virginia | Sophomore

Height: 6’7” | Weight: 225 | Age: 21 | Last Rank: 14

Spoiler:

Hunter plays a strong fundamental game and has been a fairly consistent performer for Virginia, particularly on defense, where his strength and agility set him apart. He’s unflashy and doesn’t need a ton of manufactured touches to be effective, and his jump shot has shown some improvement, although he is not a high volume threat from outside. His lack of facility off the dribble as a shooter and creator makes it hard to envision star upside, but his pronounced strengths make him a good bet to fill a role at the NBA level. Athletic, wing-sized players who can guard multiple positions and hit open threes will always have value, and that’s more or less what Hunter provides.

15. KZ Okpala, SF, Stanford | Sophomore

Height: 6’9” | Weight: 215 | Age: 19 | Last Rank: 15

Spoiler:

A toolsy wing player with a clean-looking jumper, Okpala continues to trend upward, and justifiably so—he’s rebounded from an iffy freshman season, and it doesn’t appear he’ll have to hang around college much longer. He’s very slender and has to continue filling out, but has done a lot of growing dating pack to high school and has retained some of his point guard skills, including strong vision as a passer. Okpala’s shooting and offensive feel bode well, and coupled with his length and ability to switch screens on the other end, there’s plenty of untapped upside here. After beginning the season as more of a curiosity, he’s widely viewed as a first-round caliber prospect, in hopes he develops into a versatile rotation piece.

[Hazer]

We getting pick #1, we are getting Zion. I can feel it on my bones (or maybe it's the weather).
Who do we take with the Mavs pick after we select Zion.

Culver

[EazyRoc]

We getting pick #1, we are getting Zion. I can feel it on my bones (or maybe it's the weather).
Who do we take with the Mavs pick after we select Zion.

Rome-y Rome! (Romeo Langford)

[Spud2nique]

Hazer you didn’t list my boy Keldon, dude has tude and game, I don’t mind.

[Spud2nique]

How is he athletically? I hate the Hickson-bod. Built for the Grant Long-era, not 2019 and beyond.

At only 18, he's more agile than strong. He's fairly lean, but his frame seems like he should be able to pack on more muscle pretty easily. (He was around 225+ at the start of this season...at age 17.)

From Bleacher Report:

12. Minnesota Timberwolves: Sekou Doumbouya (France, SF/PF, 2000)

Watch on YouTube

Sekou Doumbouya, who's expected back from a thumb injury soon, will be an option for late-lottery teams that are unimpressed by the remaining NCAA prospects.

He still features physical tools (6'9", 230 lbs) and athleticism over skill at 18 years old, and his value lies in finishing and defensive versatility. But he has hit 10 threes and 73.7 percent of his free throws through 20 games, and has flashed potential with face-up moves and improvised baskets off the dribble.

He scored 12 points in three consecutive games before he went down, so scouts will monitor his return closely.

He’s a lean fatty type though. Think JJ Hick body, those type can never look like me or Kenneth Faried.




Profile on Doumboya from last year's BWB camp:

Sekou Doumboya, F, France

Height: 6’9” | Weight: 210 | Draft-eligible: 2019

Born in Guinea, Doumboya moved to France as a child and helped lead the team to gold as one of the younger prospects at the U18 Euros in 2016. Perhaps the best all-around athlete among this year’s BWB campers, Doumboya is tracking as an early first-round selection for next year’s draft. Possessing a rare combination of power and skill, he plays above the rim with ease, throwing down explosive two-handed slams and gathering quickly in space off one or two feet. When attacking downhill, there were few players who could stay in front of him. Despite lacking great change of direction due in part to his handle, Doumboya’s burst got it done in this setting. His lean, strong frame should be able to fill out, and he was arguably the top prospect at the camp.

Doumboya displayed nice shooting touch and a soft, easy release on the perimeter that looked consistent all weekend. He has considerable upside in that area, and while right now it’s more of a set shot, he has the requisite body control to develop into a capable shooter on the move. His developing handle and passing skills suggest he could play either forward position down the road. He’s instinctive reading the ball off the glass and may be best suited as a mismatch-type small-ball four in the NBA, and defended quite well on the perimeter when locked in. Doumboya was noticeably among the more vocal campers, as well.

He told the Front Office he patterns his game after Paul George. The hype appears to be warranted.

SI.com -- Feb 2018

[Spud2nique]

We getting pick #1, we are getting Zion. I can feel it on my bones (or maybe it's the weather).
Who do we take with the Mavs pick after we select Zion.

I booked marked and screen shot ur post. Hope it’s true!!!

I mean in all fairness, it’s our turn.

I think Knicks or Bulls sadly.

[Spud2nique]

How is he athletically? I hate the Hickson-bod. Built for the Grant Long-era, not 2019 and beyond.

At only 18, he's more agile than strong. He's fairly lean, but his frame seems like he should be able to pack on more muscle pretty easily. (He was around 225+ at the start of this season...at age 17.)

From Bleacher Report:

12. Minnesota Timberwolves: Sekou Doumbouya (France, SF/PF, 2000)

Watch on YouTube

Sekou Doumbouya, who's expected back from a thumb injury soon, will be an option for late-lottery teams that are unimpressed by the remaining NCAA prospects.

He still features physical tools (6'9", 230 lbs) and athleticism over skill at 18 years old, and his value lies in finishing and defensive versatility. But he has hit 10 threes and 73.7 percent of his free throws through 20 games, and has flashed potential with face-up moves and improvised baskets off the dribble.

He scored 12 points in three consecutive games before he went down, so scouts will monitor his return closely.

He’s a lean fatty type though. Think JJ Hick body, those type can never look like me or Kenneth Faried.




Profile on Doumboya from last year's BWB camp:

Sekou Doumboya, F, France

Height: 6’9” | Weight: 210 | Draft-eligible: 2019

Born in Guinea, Doumboya moved to France as a child and helped lead the team to gold as one of the younger prospects at the U18 Euros in 2016. Perhaps the best all-around athlete among this year’s BWB campers, Doumboya is tracking as an early first-round selection for next year’s draft. Possessing a rare combination of power and skill, he plays above the rim with ease, throwing down explosive two-handed slams and gathering quickly in space off one or two feet. When attacking downhill, there were few players who could stay in front of him. Despite lacking great change of direction due in part to his handle, Doumboya’s burst got it done in this setting. His lean, strong frame should be able to fill out, and he was arguably the top prospect at the camp.

Doumboya displayed nice shooting touch and a soft, easy release on the perimeter that looked consistent all weekend. He has considerable upside in that area, and while right now it’s more of a set shot, he has the requisite body control to develop into a capable shooter on the move. His developing handle and passing skills suggest he could play either forward position down the road. He’s instinctive reading the ball off the glass and may be best suited as a mismatch-type small-ball four in the NBA, and defended quite well on the perimeter when locked in. Doumboya was noticeably among the more vocal campers, as well.

He told the Front Office he patterns his game after Paul George. The hype appears to be warranted.

SI.com -- Feb 2018

He’s a lean fatty type though. Think JJ Hick body, those type can never look like me or Kenneth Faried.

[personanongrata]

I’m leaning toward Cam, Rui, and Bruno. I’ve been watching, still hard to call at this point. March Madness should be interesting, but proceed with caution: Tyler Dorsey.

To be fair, we got Dorsey with a 2nd. It's a complete crapshoot at that point.

[Hazer]

I’m leaning toward Cam, Rui, and Bruno. I’ve been watching, still hard to call at this point. March Madness should be interesting, but proceed with caution: Tyler Dorsey.

To be fair, we got Dorsey with a 2nd. It's a complete crapshoot at that point.

Point being there’s fool’s gold during tournament. Especially for our EARLY 2nds.

[EazyRoc]

Another thing I’m noticing watching Duke vs Louisville is just how bad of a fit Zion is with this team. None of the starters are good, confident, consistent shooters. He will EAT in the NBA.

[LunchBox21]

Cam didnt have a great shooting game tonight, but he was instrumental in that comeback and looked the most confident in shot taking that I've seen him.

[EazyRoc]

Cam didnt have a great shooting game tonight, but he was instrumental in that comeback and looked the most confident in shot taking that I've seen him.

He definitely shot them back into the game. That comeback was unreal. Duke had Louisville looking like a high school team for real.

[Spud2nique]

Any questions on Cam from the haters that wondered why he never wavered off my top 3 list? This guy has an NBA game folks, I don’t care if he’s always been a 2nd or 3rd option, he enters the league and things will quickly change.

[Jamaaliver]

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