Raptorfan2012 wrote:I think whomever we pick will be thrusted into the bench mob aka probably won't be spending much time in the G-League. Raptors are going to try to win next season, so less time trying to develop. As such, I think NBA-ready is going to be an important characteristic.
There are 3 main positions we need to fill:
- Back up big: Maluach if he is available at 9. If not, there are several back up big potentials in the 2nd round such as Ryan Kalkbrenner, Rocco Zikarsky, Hansen Yang, Maxime Rynaud, Alex Condon etc.
- 3-D wing: A position we have sorely missed since trading OG. Carter Bryant will be a great fit here but I wonder how NBA-ready he is. Fleming and Coward may be another option (probably more NBA ready). Not so sure about guys like Riley, Essengue, or McNeeley.
- Back up PG: I think this is one is less of a priority as we already have Quickley and Shead, but there is a possibility the Raptors want more of a field general at the lead guard spot. I can see a possibility we entertain drafting guys like Kasp or Traore with the 9th pick, or maybe pick one up with our 39th pick like Proctor, Pettiford, Fland, Philon etc.
I agree with the areas of need. Good summary.
- Back up big: At the top of my list is Danny Wolf. He might be a stretch at 9, but he won't be available at pick 39 so I still take him lotto. To me, he is a 7ft quick processor, can handle like Hedo in pick and roll and can shoot it a bit, so he brings a ton of offensive versatility. He has legit C size and above average mobility and coordination. He also is play now and won't take two years to develop like KM. What stands out to me is at Yale he was more of a traditional big and then he went point-C at Michigan. That shows real role versatility. He is just scratching the surface of his potential IMO.
- 3-D wing: I'd look to the second round for this option. Top of my board for guys likely to be available at 39 is Micah Peavy. Really outstanding defender and his shooting has really improved. He is a senior but he was a top scorer for his team while also being an elite defender. Gives me some Brogdon vibes given his development path and intelligence. Undrafted route and to just get into our system, I love Jahmyl Telfort from Butler. He is built well at 6'7 shot 36% and just is a tough. He's a Montreal kid too.
- Back-up PG: I'd look to the undrafted market for this. My top guy for a two-way deal is Aurora legend Ryan Nembhard. He'll be great with the 905 and play with other CanBall types like AJ Lawson.
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