Nerlens Noel, can he go #1 if Kentucky misses the tournament

TheMailMan3232 · Post #21 » by **TheMailMan3232** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 4:16 am

12 Blocks tonight. Breaks Kentucky's single game record. I can't believe I'm saying this, but Noel is a better shot blocker than Davis.

Through 20 games, Anthony Davis: 93 blocks. Nerlens Noel: 94 blocks."

BarnabyJones · Post #22 » by **BarnabyJones** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 4:36 am

Noel had 12 blocks tonight. Insane

Deathray · Post #23 » by **Deathray** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 6:31 pm

BarnabyJones wrote:Noel had 12 blocks tonight. Insane

What's even more insane is that he kept blocking shots even though he was in serious foul trouble in the second half. He had a couple of terrific all-ball blocks down the stretch, just amazing body control to make the play but still keep from fouling out.

[RCG] · Post #24 » by **[RCG]** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 7:19 pm

[RCG] wrote:Noel isn't quite the prospect Davis is and doesn't have his frame but he is just as good of a shot-blocker and perhaps even more well-rounded on that end as he racks up the steals as well. He needs some work on the offensive end but isn't as raw as many thought coming into the year, behind Davis though. And his FTs need a lot of work.

Told ya

nuposse04 · Post #25 » by **nuposse04** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 8:43 pm

Is it just me, or does Noel seem like a more explosive athlete then Davis? Davis may be be longer, but Noel just seems like he has a quicker first step. If he gets any semblance of an offensive game down, he could be a terror down low.

ManualRam · Post #26 » by **ManualRam** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 8:58 pm

nuposse04 wrote:Is it just me, or does Noel seem like a more explosive athlete then Davis? Davis may be be longer, but Noel just seems like he has a quicker first step. If he gets any semblance of an offensive game down, he could be a terror down low.

noel is quicker off the floor and quicker in general, but he's also less disciplined and goes after blocks indiscriminately. he's also far less coordinated on the offensive end with very little touch and tries some pretty awkward looking plays.
his shot is so ugly. i wouldn't be that optimistic about him developing even a slightly below average offensive game.

[RCG] · Post #27 » by **[RCG]** » Wed Jan 30, 2013 10:33 pm

I think we'll see his offensive game near the rim improve as the year continues. Wiltjer is surprisingly effective there and I think its starting to rub off on Noel.

Big_C_KU · Post #28 » by **Big_C_KU** » Thu Jan 31, 2013 2:42 am

Keep seeing a string bean Tyson.Chandler when I watch him. If he gets up to 240 in his prime I think he'll be a top 3 defensive big in his prime. I think he has potential to be more effective offensively than Chandler. To me with how weak this draft is at the top with no superstar he's my #1 on my draft board.

TheMailMan3232 · Post #29 » by **TheMailMan3232** » Thu Jan 31, 2013 4:33 am

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XElEvNeQtsw&feature=youtu.be[/youtube]

DirtyDez · Post #30 » by **DirtyDez** » Thu Jan 31, 2013 8:59 am

18 freaking years old.

MagicFan32 · Post #31 » by **MagicFan32** » Thu Jan 31, 2013 1:24 pm

TheMailMan3232 wrote:[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XElEvNeQtsw&feature=youtu.be[/youtube]

and not one intentionally blocked out of bounds, he blocks them and realizes it's more important to give his team a chance to get possession of the ball

Post #32 » by **Ruzious** » Fri Feb 1, 2013 1:38 pm

[RCG] wrote:
[RCG] wrote:Noel isn't quite the prospect Davis is and doesn't have his frame but he is just as good of a shot-blocker and perhaps even more well-rounded on that end as he racks up the steals as well. He needs some work on the offensive end but isn't as raw as many thought coming into the year, behind Davis though. And his FTs need a lot of work.

Told ya

Some games, it looks like his form is really developing well, and then he'll follow up by looking like he never took a foul shot in his life. I think a lot of it is him being 18. Hard work and good coaching will go a long ways, imo. And some easy buckets would be nice. I'm surprised he doesn't get more.

ceremony816 · Post #33 » by **ceremony816** » Fri Feb 1, 2013 7:31 pm

I'd say it's dependent on what team gets the #1 pick.

dballislife · Post #34 » by **dballislife** » Wed Feb 6, 2013 6:49 am

looks like camby/chandler mix with serge like shot blocking...if i was strong at wings i take noel 1st for sure

zronv7 · Post #35 » by **zronv7** » Fri Feb 8, 2013 6:01 am

Pretty confident in saying he will go #1 regardless. Damn, imagine if hornets get back to back 1st picks? Noels and Davis...oh my

DirtyDez · Post #36 » by **DirtyDez** » Fri Feb 8, 2013 8:06 am

Starting to agree about going #1. He's limited but seems to have the coordination and work-ethic to evolve into a complete player eventually.

TheMailMan3232 · Post #37 » by **TheMailMan3232** » Fri Feb 8, 2013 3:19 pm

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCKE-P0C1gg[/youtube]

MGrand15 · Post #38 » by **MGrand15** » Fri Feb 8, 2013 6:33 pm

Yeah, unless one of those weird teams with two young and promising bigs (Jazz, Pistons?) gets the number one pick, I see no way that anyone goes before this guy. Super athletic big that can run the pick and roll and block shots - super valuable in today's game. He also has an awesome motor. Can't pass on a Tyson Chandler light for a guard.

MrBigShot · Post #39 » by **MrBigShot** » Fri Feb 8, 2013 9:04 pm

I believe any team that passes on Noel if they have the chance to take him is making a big mistake, regardless of roster. Even the Pistons/Jazz. Him and Ben McLemore are the two best prospects imo.

Cusefan03 · Post #40 » by **Cusefan03** » Wed Feb 13, 2013 2:03 am

Anyone else see his injury just now? Landed on his leg awkwardly and hit it on the bottom of the hoop It looked absolutely horrible. He couldn't put any pressure on it and was screaming in pain. His team had to pretty much carry him off the court. It was hard to watch. Hopefully surgery won't be necessary but it seems like it will just from his reaction. Not sure how this affects his stock but it can't be good.