Official Raptors 2011 NBA Draft Thread, Part 5

[TheRealDeal]

how do u guys get ESPN 2 in canada?!?!?!?!?!?!

Don't live in Canada. Can you get it with a dish in Canada? I've always wondered that in case I move back one day.

And ur still a Raps fan?


And no, you can't get ESPN2... maybe with overpriced DirectTV or illegal satellite

I grew up in Toronto during the VC glory days so I couldn't bring myself to cheer for another team. It'll always be home to me and I have family in T.O. that I visit. My friends do think I'm pretty crazy for being such a big Raps fan still . I do pay for the overpriced DirecTV but it's probably (along with RealGM) why I continued following the Raptors. NBA League Pass is so worth it if you're a big NBA fan.

[10DeRozan10]

Myck Kabongo comes 2nd in the Skills challenge @ the Jamfest for the McDonalds game. Michael Carter-Williams (Syracuse) won in a scorching 26 seconds. Jay Williams called Myck the best pure PG in the class.

LOL calling him the best pure already

ESPN has also said this.

This kids going too be the real deal.

I think he'll be a one and done lottery pick, but a lot can happen in one year so we'll have too wait and see.

This is just my prediction.

[TheRealDeal]

LeBryan Nash wins the Dunk Comp wearing a bright orange OK State Cowboys hat. Austin Rivers still impressed me the most. Plumlee (Duke) , Hairston (UNC) and Nash (Ok State) all helped put on a show. There will be some fun athletes to watch next year.

[TheRealDeal]

^ that's not even mentioning Anthony Davis, Quincy Miller, James McAdoo, Terrence Ross, Marquis Teague, Michael Gilchrist, Myck or Rivers.

[sunny]

Myck Kabongo comes 2nd in the Skills challenge @ the Jamfest for the McDonalds game. Michael Carter-Williams (Syracuse) won in a scorching 26 seconds. Jay Williams called Myck the best pure PG in the class.

LOL calling him the best pure already

ESPN has also said this.

This kids going too be the real deal.

I think he'll be a one and done lottery pick, but a lot can happen in one year so we'll have too wait and see.

This is just my prediction.

As much as I want to pull for him, there are a few pointguards in his class that are definitely ahead of him. Furthermore, I don't think his situation at Texas is conducive for him to be a 1 and done considering who they have infront of him (another Canadian). Hopefully he spends 2-3 years there and becomes a great player

[sunny]

LeBryan Nash wins the Dunk Comp wearing a bright orange OK State Cowboys hat. Austin Rivers still impressed me the most. Plumlee (Duke) , Hairston (UNC) and Nash (Ok State) all helped put on a show. There will be some fun athletes to watch next year.

two of the best dunkers in the class weren't there too.
I know im an obvious homer, but check out nick johnson on youtube.
He will be a constant highlight reel next season.
It's unfortunate no westcoasters were chosen and he didn't get to go.

[10DeRozan10]

ESPN has also said this.

This kids going too be the real deal.

I think he'll be a one and done lottery pick, but a lot can happen in one year so we'll have too wait and see.

This is just my prediction.

As much as I want to pull for him, there are a few pointguards in his class that are definitely ahead of him. Furthermore, I don't think his situation at Texas is conducive for him to be a 1 and done considering who they have infront of him (another Canadian). Hopefully he spends 2-3 years there and becomes a great player

I can think of one, and it's arguable. Marquis Teague, and that's about it.

Myck will start in Texas next year, with Joseph starting at two guard, if what I've heard is true. Myck is much more of a pure point guard then Joseph.

[5DOM]

I think I'd trade all of our assets for multiple potential lottery picks next year lol

[10DeRozan10]

I think I'd trade all of our assets for multiple potential lottery picks next year lol

If we don't end up with first overall, I'd definetly be okay with trading our pick to a team like Cleveland or Washington for their unprotected pick next year.

Of course, I doubt they'd do it considering the draft next year is much better then this years, but hey, it's worth a shot

[sunny]

As much as I want to pull for him, there are a few pointguards in his class that are definitely ahead of him. Furthermore, I don't think his situation at Texas is conducive for him to be a 1 and done considering who they have infront of him (another Canadian). Hopefully he spends 2-3 years there and becomes a great player[/quote][/quote]

I can think of one, and it's arguable. Marquis Teague, and that's about it.

Myck will start in Texas next year, with Joseph starting at two guard, if what I've heard is true. Myck is much more of a pure point guard then Joseph.[/quote]

in my opinion, I think Teague and Turner are both better and BJ Young is arguable as well. Keep in mind guys like Selby (likely now) and McCallum will also be entering the draft at the same time.

I think CJoseph is absolutely outstanding and plays great with the ball in his hand. What you said might be true, but it definitely impacts Myck.

[TheRealDeal]

LeBryan Nash wins the Dunk Comp wearing a bright orange OK State Cowboys hat. Austin Rivers still impressed me the most. Plumlee (Duke) , Hairston (UNC) and Nash (Ok State) all helped put on a show. There will be some fun athletes to watch next year.

two of the best dunkers in the class weren't there too.
I know im an obvious homer, but check out nick johnson on youtube.
He will be a constant highlight reel next season.
It's unfortunate no westcoasters were chosen and he didn't get to go.

true, Johnson was featured in the Elite 24 doc I was watching earlier. They said Nick may already be more athletic than his Dad "Jumpin" Joey Johnson (which I guess is a big compliment). I'm excited to see what he does at the Mc. Donalds game with his teammate Kabongo.

[10DeRozan10]

As much as I want to pull for him, there are a few pointguards in his class that are definitely ahead of him. Furthermore, I don't think his situation at Texas is conducive for him to be a 1 and done considering who they have infront of him (another Canadian). Hopefully he spends 2-3 years there and becomes a great player

[/quote]

I can think of one, and it's arguable. Marquis Teague, and that's about it.

Myck will start in Texas next year, with Joseph starting at two guard, if what I've heard is true. Myck is much more of a pure point guard then Joseph.[/quote]

in my opinion, I think Teague and Turner are both better and BJ Young is arguable as well. Keep in mind guys like Selby (likely now) and McCallum will also be entering the draft at the same time.

I think CJoseph is absolutely outstanding and plays great with the ball in his hand. What you said might be true, but it definitely impacts Myck.[/quote]

Turner?

I don't see it. Ranked 26 by ESPN, 15 by Scouts and 10 by Rivals, where as Myck is ranked 9 by ESPN, 11 by Scouts and 24 by Rivals (supposed to be higher when updated.)

I like Kabongo better then Young as well, although admittedly I have't seen much of either live.

Selby's more of a two guard. McCallum I like.

I really think you're underestimating Kabongo, but in the end, we'll have too wait a year to find out.

[sunny]

rivals and scout are pretty inaccurate a lot of the times, and there are a lot of factors impacting rankings other than just skill. Espn shouldnt be mentioned at all imo because they just go by what other people say a lot of the times.

I can't say anything other than from watching both of them play, I much rather have Turner.
I see enough of Findley stuff because I like Myck and Nick Johnson is a wildcat commit. He is no doubt a great talent and I wish him the best.

[10DeRozan10]

rivals and scout are pretty inaccurate a lot of the times, and there are a lot of factors impacting rankings other than just skill. Espn shouldnt be mentioned at all imo because they just go by what other people say a lot of the times.

I can't say anything other than from watching both of them play, I much rather have Turner.
I see enough of Findley stuff because I like Myck and Nick Johnson is a wildcat commit. He is no doubt a great talent and I wish him the best.

Well, I must admit, I disagree with your opinions, but what fun would it be if everyone was always on the same page?

I'll tell you one thing, I'm definetly going to be tuning into some college games next year.

[SargentBargs101]

elite 24 on espn 2 right now

[Silk Wilkes]

damn im missing everything, are these high school events gonna be on canadian tv anytime soon?

[arbsn]

how are you "watching them play"

unless u live in the US and get the odd televised game or are a travelling scout running around the US how the hell do u get a gauge on these kids.

Theres like 2/3 videos of Myck on youtube other than that you can't really have an opinion it doesnt make sense....

[TheRealDeal]

Don't sleep on this guy because he doesn't fit our team right now. Now's not the time to throw out prospects because we like one guy in particular (unless it's Kyrie ). If we take Knight or Kemba over him it would be a mistake. At least make a trade for something.

The new Ball is Life D-Will mixtape...

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KfE-fOB-9I&feature=channel_video_title[/youtube]

[TheRealDeal]

I know it's a little early to start thinking about 2012 but the dunk contest only comes around once a year. Here's Austin Rivers (#1 prospect- committed to Duke) paying tribute to his dad & windmilling a nasty dunk at the McDonald's All American Dunk Contest.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBtN8HZyzTQ[/youtube]

[5DOM]

Meh. He didn't jump over the Kia