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2023 NBA Draft – Thurs, 8PM, June 22

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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1101 » by playa-hater » Thu Jun 8, 2023 1:55 am

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Peterson is actually of my favorites at 35. I don't think he goes undrafted. I mentioned him on page 51.


Isn't drew peterson a murderer?

Thought he was in gel as wel.


For this killer crossover?


Okay thanks to you guys I will look him up..
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1102 » by return2glory » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:02 am

playa-hater wrote:
return2glory wrote:
playa-hater wrote:
Isn't drew peterson a murderer?

Thought he was in gel as wel.


For this killer crossover?


Okay thanks to you guys I will look him up..


I posted a video of him just now on page 55. Also about a week back on page 51.
I like his game. I watch some West Coast games since I'm in CA. He is one of my sleepers in this draft.
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1103 » by playa-hater » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:23 am

return2glory wrote:
playa-hater wrote:
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For this killer crossover?


Okay thanks to you guys I will look him up..


I posted a video of him just now on page 55. Also about a week back on page 51.
I like his game. I watch some West Coast games since I'm in CA. He is one of my sleepers in this draft.


Okay first admission... Thanks to boston depressing the s*** out of me in basketball, I have not looked at this draft too closely..

With that said I cannot believe this kid is listed at 6"9.. His size and skill combination certainly has peaked my interest... Can't believe he's not being mocked on too many draft boards..
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1104 » by djFan71 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:25 am

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playa-hater wrote:I think the best potential undrafted player is that big kid Nelson... I think he has way more upside for an undrafted player than people are given him credit for..

Grant Nelson? He withdrew from the draft - going back to college.


Hopefully he can. Learn to go left.. He was so heavy right handed

Apparently learning to go left is harder than you might think….
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1105 » by playa-hater » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:27 am

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Hal14 wrote:Grant Nelson? He withdrew from the draft - going back to college.


Hopefully he can. Learn to go left.. He was so heavy right handed

Apparently learning to go left is harder than you might think….


Strong disagree you have 2 hands which are the same size train. It equally train your footwork equally at a young enough age and it is Quite easily to be close to ambidextrous.. And even if your off hand isn't as good no way should it be that bad..

Though I must admit I don't recall kevin McHale ever attempting a left handed shot so there's that.
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1106 » by djFan71 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:38 am

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djFan71 wrote:
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Hopefully he can. Learn to go left.. He was so heavy right handed

Apparently learning to go left is harder than you might think….


Strong disagree you have 2 hands which are the same size train. It equally train your footwork equally at a young enough age and it is Quite easily to be close to ambidextrous.. And even if your off hand isn't as good no way should it be that bad..

Though I must admit I don't recall kevin McHale ever attempting a left handed shot so there's that.

It was a joke man. Directed at our supermax candidate
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1107 » by playa-hater » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:41 am

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djFan71 wrote:Apparently learning to go left is harder than you might think….


Strong disagree you have 2 hands which are the same size train. It equally train your footwork equally at a young enough age and it is Quite easily to be close to ambidextrous.. And even if your off hand isn't as good no way should it be that bad..

Though I must admit I don't recall kevin McHale ever attempting a left handed shot so there's that.

It was a joke man. Directed at our supermax candidate


Sorry I missed that but after you said it it makes sense.. :(
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1108 » by djFan71 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:51 am

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djFan71 wrote:
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Strong disagree you have 2 hands which are the same size train. It equally train your footwork equally at a young enough age and it is Quite easily to be close to ambidextrous.. And even if your off hand isn't as good no way should it be that bad..

Though I must admit I don't recall kevin McHale ever attempting a left handed shot so there's that.

It was a joke man. Directed at our supermax candidate


Sorry I missed that but after you said it it makes sense.. :(

All good, you shouldn’t have to think I might mean that, lol.
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Post#1109 » by playa-hater » Thu Jun 8, 2023 3:53 am

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return2glory wrote:
playa-hater wrote:
Okay thanks to you guys I will look him up..


I posted a video of him just now on page 55. Also about a week back on page 51.
I like his game. I watch some West Coast games since I'm in CA. He is one of my sleepers in this draft.


Okay first admission... Thanks to boston depressing the s*** out of me in basketball, I have not looked at this draft too closely..

With that said I cannot believe this kid is listed at 6"9.. His size and skill combination certainly has peaked my interest... Can't believe he's not being mocked on too many draft boards..


Just to update I've looked at quite a few videos and the one glaring weakness that does bother me is hes incredibly skinny... Not sure how he can hold up on defense like that...

But he does have some Swag about him
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1110 » by Shak_Celts » Thu Jun 8, 2023 4:08 am

return2glory wrote:
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Peterson is actually of my favorites at 35. I don't think he goes undrafted. I mentioned him on page 51.


Isn't drew peterson a murderer?

Thought he was in gel as wel.


For this killer crossover? Seen here around the 12 second mark.


I have been watching him, his name is unfortunate, but the kid is good! He is skinny but he still takes contact well and he's hella skilled. footwork looks immaculate.

(haven't seen lowlights so I'm prob missing a lot)
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1111 » by Shak_Celts » Thu Jun 8, 2023 4:14 am

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Hal14 wrote:Ok, Drew Peterson is growing on me as an UDFA.

Gueye at pick 35, Peterson for an UDFA and call it a day.


Peterson is actually of my favorites at 35. I don't think he goes undrafted. I mentioned him on page 51.


Isn't drew peterson a murderer?

Thought he was in gel as wel.

:nod: :nod:

I wasn't going to give him a look when I saw the name, but curiosity got me b/c I'm looking at a few people mentioned in here. Looks good. I'd pick him in r1, doubt he's making it to 35.

makes tough shots and he can pass.
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Post#1112 » by djFan71 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 9:29 am

We should buy 39 or 41 from CHA. They have 2 many picks.

Get a couple chances in the early 2nd. We probably have all of our 2 ways available, so you could still get an UDFA too. Go Walsh, Jaquez, Phillips, etc See who pops in Maine. Or one of the bigs, who I’m not as familiar with. Nnaji stash if he slips to 35, etc.
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1113 » by ThePigeon » Thu Jun 8, 2023 12:15 pm

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return2glory wrote:
playa-hater wrote:
Isn't drew peterson a murderer?

Thought he was in gel as wel.


For this killer crossover? Seen here around the 12 second mark.


I have been watching him, his name is unfortunate, but the kid is good! He is skinny but he still takes contact well and he's hella skilled. footwork looks immaculate.

(haven't seen lowlights so I'm prob missing a lot)


Kid looks good but I don't think he is 35 pick good

Brad should get another 2nd rounder
There is good talent and many big men that we can develop or use
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1114 » by Hal14 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 1:14 pm

Here's a vid where we can see Gueye and Peterson playing against each other:


Gueye had a awesome game with 31 points. The mobility, athleticism and skill level for 6'11" sophomore is impressive.

Peterson with a couple of filthy shots off the dribble, including one late in the game, over Gueye. Gueye got switched out onto the perimeter to defend Peterson. Gueye was doing a really good job of staying with him defensively, keeping him out of the paint but also not giving him a wide open shot. But Peterson made a step back move to create just enough space and hit the shot over Gueye - pretty cool!
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Post#1115 » by Celts17Pride » Thu Jun 8, 2023 2:56 pm

Trade Pritchard to Utah for #28. Draft Marcus Sasser and Kobe Brown with the 28th and 35th picks and I am very happy.
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Post#1116 » by Hal14 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 4:09 pm

Good write up on Vincent Valerio-Bodon, a 6'9" wing we brought in for a workout recently:

https://www.nbabigboard.com/p/the-mystery-man-of-the-nba-draft?utm_source=twitter&sd=pf
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Post#1117 » by Hal14 » Thu Jun 8, 2023 4:10 pm

Celts17Pride wrote:Trade Pritchard to Utah for #28. Draft Marcus Sasser and Kobe Brown with the 28th and 35th picks and I am very happy.

Sasser would be buried on the bench, just like Pritchard was.
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1118 » by Celts17Pride » Thu Jun 8, 2023 4:22 pm

Hal14 wrote:
Celts17Pride wrote:Trade Pritchard to Utah for #28. Draft Marcus Sasser and Kobe Brown with the 28th and 35th picks and I am very happy.

Sasser would be buried on the bench, just like Pritchard was.

Not if Brogdon is moved like I expect.
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Post#1119 » by Half-Full » Thu Jun 8, 2023 5:32 pm

return2glory wrote:
playa-hater wrote:
return2glory wrote:
For this killer crossover?


Okay thanks to you guys I will look him up..


I posted a video of him just now on page 55. Also about a week back on page 51.
I like his game. I watch some West Coast games since I'm in CA. He is one of my sleepers in this draft.


His offensive game looks very good. What do the scouting reports have to say about his defense?
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Re: 2023 NBA Draft 

Post#1120 » by sam_I_am » Thu Jun 8, 2023 5:41 pm

Shak_Celts wrote:
return2glory wrote:
playa-hater wrote:
Isn't drew peterson a murderer?

Thought he was in gel as wel.


For this killer crossover? Seen here around the 12 second mark.


I have been watching him, his name is unfortunate, but the kid is good! He is skinny but he still takes contact well and he's hella skilled. footwork looks immaculate.

(haven't seen lowlights so I'm prob missing a lot)


I am impressed with how quickly he gets squared to basket even when he fakes and takes a fall away shot.

I don’t know when or where he should be drafted but based on this video he looks like he has a shot to be an Austin Reaves or Christian Braun type energy guy on offense - assuming those moves work against NBA defenders.
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