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dcoop wrote:Just because a guy reports “big news” and you dont think it’s big news it could be to other people. Like you said people interpret things differently.
No need to sh*t on the guy being happy we are not getting the guy we want.
Just seems odd that we make this move and Gambo saying big news is the part you come away with
Sunsdeuce wrote:This was the only mock draft I found with Fleming projected 1st round.
https://www.nba.com/news/bleacher-report-new-2025-mock-draft-eyes-upcoming-bevy-of-talent
22. Indiana Pacers: Rasheer Fleming (Saint Joseph’s, PF)
Indiana Pacers record: 32-24
Previous Mock Position: No. 27
Size: 6’9″, 240 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: USA
Pro Comparison: Taylor Hendricks
Rasheer Fleming’s 3-point shot hasn’t slowed down, a key reason why he’s rising in popularity and becoming more believable to NBA scouts.
He’s the only player in college hoops with over 30 dunks and 40 3s. The mix of 6’9″ size, rim finishing, shooting, 1.5 blocks and 1.4 steals should look attractive for a stretch-4 role.
27. Brooklyn Nets (via Houston)
Rasheer Fleming, PF, Saint Joseph's
Junior | TS%: 64.4
Height without shoes: 6-8¼ | Weight: 232
Standing reach: 9-1 | Wingspan: 7-5¼
As previously mentioned, these Nets picks -- particularly the pair in the 20s -- are viewed around the league as fluid, depending on what moves Brooklyn ultimately decides to pursue this week.
Fleming was not invited to the NBA draft green room, pointing to the likelihood he might fall to the back of the first round. He hasn't gathered much momentum over the past month but remains in consideration due to his physical tools and improving 3-point shooting. While not a flashy player or immensely skilled, his length, improvement track and late-blooming trajectory point to untapped potential. -- Woo
BobbieL wrote:KdoubleDees23 wrote:BobbieL wrote:
I just wonder about process with Ishbia. Now, I like the Williams trade as a fit. And I don't think drafting Maluach is bad because he needs a couple years to grow into the job
But did Ishbia think this through and have his next steps planned or was it "we will figure it out later"
We got the best, youngest Center in the draft. He will get minutes.
I mean bigger picture with respect to apron levels and the cap. If you are trading Allen today or next week, will he get even less as teams know they are over a barrel with respect to the apron levels and what not.
I mean, if they just didn't bring back Micic, richards and Martin, that is $21m of cap savings towards apron levels.
lilfishi22 wrote:BobbieL wrote:KdoubleDees23 wrote:
We got the best, youngest Center in the draft. He will get minutes.
I mean bigger picture with respect to apron levels and the cap. If you are trading Allen today or next week, will he get even less as teams know they are over a barrel with respect to the apron levels and what not.
I mean, if they just didn't bring back Micic, richards and Martin, that is $21m of cap savings towards apron levels.
I'm pretty sure we were always going to pick up Richards. He was just too cheap for what he brought to the table (even with flaws) to let him walk. Micic/Martin were always just salary fodder so those savings could be had.
I do think it just means we're going to get less value back from a Grayson trade as we'll probably prioritise salary savings instead.
Sunsdeuce wrote:KdoubleDees23 wrote:Sunsdeuce wrote:Maluach Was mocked anywhere from 6-15 in this draft. Suns acting like it was impossible he would fall to them at 10 is pure ignorance. Even if they thought he wouldn’t drop, you wait to see how it plays out BEFORE you make a trade where you overpay (again) for a player.
It’s not like the Suns had to wait all night to see how it would play out. And I think it’s very apparent now, Mark Williams wasn’t getting the value around the league the Hornets wanted so they turned to good ole reliable Mr overpay himself, Mr Ishbia.
I’m seeing a lot of excuses for this botched trade. It’s ok to call a duck a duck. This was a silly ill advised, unprepared trade to get Mark Williams.
And Mark Williams injury history is very real and a cause for pause in any trade scenario thus reducing his value as an asset.
Who projected him 10-15. Show me that lol.
Every single analyst had him top 10.
Just chose a random article but here you go.
https://theplayoffs.news/en/khaman-maluach-nba-draft-projection-what-draft-pick-will-be-khaman-maluach/
Khaman Maluach’s Draft Projection
“The 18-year-old is regarded as a top-10 lottery pick. Projections have placed him anywhere between fourth overall pick to 13th for the 2025 NBA Draft.”
bwgood77 wrote:If we get Fleming our new young frontcourt will have wingspans of 7'5.25 and 7'6
dcoop wrote:This years draft is the first in many years no one has had to pull out the “do something stick” meme…..lol.
dcoop wrote:This years draft is the first in many years no one has had to pull out the “do something stick” meme…..lol.
sunsbum wrote:Altogether so far I’m at a B+ for the offseason moves.
B- KD trade
A 1st round draft
B+ Williams trade
A+ pre draft second round pick trades
Let’s keep it going!
