Official Raptors 2011 NBA Draft Thread, Part 6

Mr.Raptorsingh · Post #1181 » by **Mr.Raptorsingh** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 1:51 am

Interestingly enough, he thinks of himself as a PF, likes to face-up.

That said, I'm almost certain he'll be a C considering his overall build.

Dr Positivity · Post #1182 » by **Dr Positivity** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 1:54 am

5DOM wrote:Obviously, I've only watched his highlights, but Kanter seems to have that fluidity. I really rate players with great footwork, strength and agility. I think he's gonna be fine just like Sullinger will be when he decides to come out.

Yeah fluidity and feel for the court is the most important thing for prospects, for me

For me there's a big difference between Kanter and JV, I don't care about not seeing Kanter play that much. It's obvious one guy has strength, offensive ability and awareness on both ends while the other guy counters that by having longer arms and playing hard. I'll take the former any day.

ballislife · Post #1183 » by **ballislife** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:57 am

I think the Kings would be interested in Bayless if they don't win the lottery, he just seems like a good fit beside Evans because he can differ to him. If they like him enough, and they like the prospect of having Bargnani as a spacer in the front court beside Cousins, we might be able to pry away their first rounder to draft someone like Kanter.

Kanter seems like a good kid with a strong work ethic... he already has many intangibles that big men don't have with his footwork, shot, and rebounding ability. He's strong and knows how to use his body to his benefit... he could be a steal in this draft if he pans out. I wouldn't mind drafting him if we're drafting in the 3-5 range. We'll obviously know more about him after his workouts and his combine results, but he seems like a good pick in that range.

bboyskinnylegs · Post #1184 » by **bboyskinnylegs** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:59 am

ballislife wrote:I think the Kings would be interested in Bayless if they don't win the lottery, he just seems like a good fit beside Evans because he can differ to him. If they like him enough, and they like the prospect of having Bargnani as a spacer in the front court beside Cousins, we might be able to pry away their first rounder to draft someone like Kanter.

Kanter seems like a good kid with a strong work ethic... he already has many intangibles that big men don't have with his footwork, shot, and rebounding ability. He's strong and knows how to use his body to his benefit... he could be a steal in this draft if he pans out. I wouldn't mind drafting him if we're drafting in the 3-5 range. We'll obviously know more about him after his workouts and his combine results, but he seems like a good pick in that range.

that would be a dream scenario, especially if we're able to land Kyrie.
Kyrie/DeMar/JJ/Davis/Kanter would be an amazing young lineup to move forward with.

Mr.Raptorsingh · Post #1185 » by **Mr.Raptorsingh** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 6:19 am

Nice DX write-up on Bismack Biyombo:

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/Bis ... rney--3672

DatHomieYouHaTe · Post #1186 » by **DatHomieYouHaTe** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:51 am

I like kanter aswell. If we got the number one pick would you trade down to get him?

fredericklove · Post #1187 » by **fredericklove** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:54 am

DatHomieYouHaTe wrote:I like kanter aswell. If we got the number one pick would you trade down to get him?

We tank for Irving, we don't tank to trade down our #1 pick for a potential 4th or 5th pick prospect

DatHomieYouHaTe · Post #1188 » by **DatHomieYouHaTe** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 8:57 am

fredericklove wrote:
DatHomieYouHaTe wrote:I like kanter aswell. If we got the number one pick would you trade down to get him?

We tank for Irving, we don't tank to trade down our #1 pick for a potential 4th or 5th pick prospect

Say utah gets the 2nd and 5th pick. Would you trade 1 for 2 and 5?

careful · Post #1189 » by **careful** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 11:36 am

DatHomieYouHaTe wrote:
fredericklove wrote:
DatHomieYouHaTe wrote:I like kanter aswell. If we got the number one pick would you trade down to get him?

We tank for Irving, we don't tank to trade down our #1 pick for a potential 4th or 5th pick prospect

Say utah gets the 2nd and 5th pick. Would you trade 1 for 2 and 5?

I wouldn't trade 1 for even 2 and 3 in this draft. Irving is the only 'sure' looking star without major question marks.

McFurious1 · Post #1190 » by **McFurious1** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 12:03 pm

careful wrote: I wouldn't trade 1 for even 2 and 3 in this draft. Irving is the only 'sure' looking star without major question marks.

Your nuts... you'd be crazy not getting the 2 and 3rd pick or 2nd and 5th pick.

Walking away with one of Derrick Williams and/or Harrison Barnes AND Kanter, Knight, Walker, J Vals is > than just getting Iriving. IMO

bboyskinnylegs · Post #1191 » by **bboyskinnylegs** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 12:09 pm

McFurious1 wrote:
careful wrote: I wouldn't trade 1 for even 2 and 3 in this draft. Irving is the only 'sure' looking star without major question marks.

Your nuts... you'd be crazy not getting the 2 and 3rd pick or 2nd and 5th pick.

Walking away with one of Derrick Williams and/or Harrison Barnes AND Kanter, Knight, Walker, J Vals is > than just getting Iriving. IMO

yeah I agree, if Cleveland or Utah would overpay with two top 5-6 picks for the #1, I'd take it and run, especially if we can land a SF+C (Jones/Barnes/Williams+Kanter/Val).

(Kanter/Val)
Ed
(Barnes/Jones/Williams)
DeMar
Bayless

that looks like a very talented young core to move forward with

sunny · Post #1192 » by **sunny** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 1:31 pm

Isaiah Austin has been playing Pg for his AAU team so far. LOL!

anyways, for those judging Kanter.
He hasn't played a game of basketball in over a year, and a competitive one in even longer.
He might be a great player, but he shouldnt be evaluated based on youtube videos, or on how coach Cal describes him.
Wait till workouts n whatnot

bboyskinnylegs · Post #1193 » by **bboyskinnylegs** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 1:40 pm

btw, tomorrow you can catch Jonas playing at 12:15... the head coach of his team was just fired, and the assistant Maskoliunas (who's from Lithuania) has taken over...which could potentially mean more playing time for Jonas.

karolis1221 · Post #1194 » by **karolis1221** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:39 pm

bboyskinnylegs wrote:btw, tomorrow you can catch Jonas playing at 12:15... the head coach of his team was just fired, and the assistant Maskoliunas (who's from Lithuania) has taken over...which could potentially mean more playing time for Jonas.

You can watch this game online here, you need to register and download player http://www.15min.lt/tv/lietuvos-ryto-tv its completely legal.

Post #1195 » by **Rhettmatic** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:42 pm

Wow, not sure how late I am to seeing this... but when did Bismack Biyombo move up to 8th on DX's mock?

They also have a new article up about him:

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/Bis ... ney--3672/

God Squad · Post #1196 » by **God Squad** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:43 pm

DatHomieYouHaTe wrote:
fredericklove wrote:
DatHomieYouHaTe wrote:I like kanter aswell. If we got the number one pick would you trade down to get him?

We tank for Irving, we don't tank to trade down our #1 pick for a potential 4th or 5th pick prospect

Say utah gets the 2nd and 5th pick. Would you trade 1 for 2 and 5?

I'd deff think about it.

God Squad · Post #1197 » by **God Squad** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:44 pm

McFurious1 wrote:
careful wrote: I wouldn't trade 1 for even 2 and 3 in this draft. Irving is the only 'sure' looking star without major question marks.

Your nuts... you'd be crazy not getting the 2 and 3rd pick or 2nd and 5th pick.

Walking away with one of Derrick Williams and/or Harrison Barnes AND Kanter, Knight, Walker, J Vals is > than just getting Iriving. IMO

See McFurious see's it my way. A combination of any of those guys would be great. Grabbing a Big and a wing.

God Squad · Post #1198 » by **God Squad** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:47 pm

sunny wrote:Isaiah Austin has been playing Pg for his AAU team so far. LOL!

anyways, for those judging Kanter.
He hasn't played a game of basketball in over a year, and a competitive one in even longer.
He might be a great player, but he shouldnt be evaluated based on youtube videos, or on how coach Cal describes him.
Wait till workouts n whatnot

I'm not sure if I'm on the Austin Bandwagon as some. I didn't really like his game at the McDonald's All American game. I liked Anthony Davis and McAdoo much more. I think it's cause he seems like a wanna be Kobe/Iverson. Ball dominate shoot first.

God Squad · Post #1199 » by **God Squad** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:48 pm

bboyskinnylegs wrote:btw, tomorrow you can catch Jonas playing at 12:15... the head coach of his team was just fired, and the assistant Maskoliunas (who's from Lithuania) has taken over...which could potentially mean more playing time for Jonas.

Could you possibly give a reminder on the board either later or tomorrow? I would love to get my first glimpse of his game. I've read a lot about it and him.

karolis1221 · Post #1200 » by **karolis1221** » Mon Apr 11, 2011 2:52 pm

Rhettmatic wrote:Wow, not sure how late I am to seeing this... but when did Bismack Biyombo move up to 8th on DX's mock?

They also have a new article up about him:

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/Bis ... ney--3672/

i think after his triple double at nike hoops