Newz wrote:ReasonablySober wrote:Can someone who would take Parker or Wiggins over Giannis actually give a reason why, other than "they're really highly touted"?
What exactly does Parker or Wiggins give you that Giannis doesn't that makes them better prospects?
I'm not saying Giannis doesn't have a very high upside, because he does. What I'm saying is that this has been touted as a strong draft for a couple of years now. Parker and Wiggins are both big time prospects with big time upsides.
It's not unreasonable to think that one (or both) of those guys could blow up and be stars while Giannis ends up just being a solid player. Just like it isn't unreasonable to think Giannis will be a star either.
There is just a chance he's the worst player out of the group. Just like I think there is a chance he could turn into the best player out of that group as well.
Right. I get that.
But this shouldn't be that tough. I like Embiid more than Wiggins because he's 7'1" with great length, has nice touch on his jumper, advanced footwork, and elite athleticism. He was dominant when he was on the court and he looks like someone who could be the best at his position in three years.
So can someone do that for Wiggins and Parker over Giannis?
In Giannis's favor:
• Better height for a 3/4
• Better length
• Better outside shot
• Better playmaking ability
• Aggressive mentality. Wants to dunk it when he gets a sliver of space
• Has shown to be effective vs NBA caliber competition
• Is virtually the same age
• Projects to be a better defender than Parker and has the tools to be better than Wiggins
• Is a very hard worker and has no character flaws
What, from a scouting perspective, makes either Parker or Wiggins a better prospect?