Official 2017 Draft Thread - Something Positive To Look Forward To

leoshes · Post #521 » by **leoshes** » Sun Nov 27, 2016 3:54 am

Any feed to the Washington/TLC game?

Post #522 » by **DayofMourning** » Sun Nov 27, 2016 1:02 pm

leoshes wrote:Any feed to the Washington/TLC game?

No feeds, but I've got a stat line for ya. :wink:

27 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 5 steals, 1 block, 4 turnovers on 8 of 13 shooting and fouled out, in a loss.

Post #523 » by **DayofMourning** » Sun Nov 27, 2016 1:05 pm

Indiana at 3 today, and UCLA at 830.

leoshes · Post #524 » by **leoshes** » Sun Nov 27, 2016 6:31 pm

DayofMourning wrote:
leoshes wrote:Any feed to the Washington/TLC game?

No feeds, but I've got a stat line for ya.

27 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 5 steals, 1 block, 4 turnovers on 8 of 13 shooting and fouled out, in a loss.

looks like another good game for Markelle Fultz, It sucks i couldn't see it.

Post #525 » by **DayofMourning** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 12:40 am

From nbadraft.net:

Top 5 Freshmen to Watch

1. Markelle Fultz, PG (Washington)

Fultz came into the season as a possible number one overall selection in this year’s draft, and he’s proving that he's definitely worthy of consideration. Fultz has the size, length, athleticism, and skillset to play both guard positions at the next level. He has a highly advanced offensive repertoire, showing the ability to score from all three levels and is a terrific playmaker as well. He will be a matchup nightmare for any guard in the conference due to his athleticism and versatility. There isn’t a guard in the conference, maybe the country, with more upside than Fultz, which is why scouts will be clamoring to see him all season.

2. Lonzo Ball, PG (UCLA)

Ball has already shown everyone why scouts were drooling over his passing ability coming out of high school. What is just as noticeable is his ability to take care of the ball, despite leading the conference in assists. Ball has excellent size for a point guard. At 6’6” he is able to see the floor over smaller guards and shoot over the top. While he is not an elite level athlete, his size and length will compensate for this most of the time. Ball is also a very capable shooter, and even though his mechanics are a bit unorthodox, he shoots a high percentage from the field and is more than respectable from outside. Ball could easily be a top five selection in June.

3. Lauri Markkanen, PF (Arizona)

Markkanen is one of the more intriguing freshmen in college basketball. At 7’0” he already has great size for an NBA big man, and his skill set would fit perfectly in today’s game that covets skilled big men with the ability to stretch the floor. Markkanen has shown a polished post game and solid footwork on the low block. Markkanen can also really shoot the ball from the outside for a post player, which is a skill that NBA execs covet today. He’s a solid athlete as well and could develop into a very good defensive player with more experience. Becoming a lottery pick is well within his range this season.

4. TJ Leaf, PF (UCLA)

Leaf has the skillset any coach would want in a college four-man. He can stretch the floor, with range all the way out to the three-point line, and he can take bigger defenders off the dribble Leaf also has great touch around the basket. Leaf is also an excellent vertical athlete and can finish above the rim with ease. He is comfortable in the post, where he has good footwork, and he is a terrific passer for a big man. Leaf is also already an excellent rebounder due to his size and athleticism, and he should become even better over time as his frame fills out. Due to Leaf’s size, unique skill set, motor, feel and versatility.

5. Kobi Simmons, PG/SG (Arizona)

Simmons is an extremely explosive point guard, who can get to the basket and finish with either hand. He is very creative with the ball and excels at finding teammates off the bounce. Simmons is especially dangerous in the open floor where he can finish above the rim. He has the potential to be an elite defender due to his elite combination of size, quickness, and athleticism. He’s a good shooter off the dribble, and while he is not the most consistent from outside, he shows some promise. The biggest x-factor for Simmons is his decision-making with the ball. He can be a bit turnover prone and erratic, but when he plays under control, he is a special talent.

Feel_the_Heat15 · Post #526 » by **Feel_the_Heat15** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 4:41 am

DraftExpress has Lonzo Ball at 4th now :cry:

. Was hoping if we got a late lottery pick we could draft ball but looks like we could take a chance at Giles instead.

Burnie Riley · Post #527 » by **Burnie Riley** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 11:38 am

All of his made threes came from NBA range. Lookin like Steph Curry outchea, this is crazy.
16 pts, 10 ast, 5 reb, 3 blk, 1 stl, 5 tov (4 of 9 threes)

Watch on YouTube

Smith Jr. put up some numbers on Saturday:
30 pts (13 of 22), 7 ast, 6 reb, 3 stl, 2 tov

Watch on YouTube

Burnie Riley · Post #528 » by **Burnie Riley** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 11:48 am

Anunoby had a career high 21 pts (7 of 12, 3 of 5 triples), 8 reb, 1 stl, 1 blk in 26 minutes.
No highlights available yet, but here are some quick ones from previous games.

Spoiler:

For me Anunoby>Rabb

Bishop45 · Post #529 » by **Bishop45** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 11:58 am

Burnie Riley wrote:Anunoby had a career high 21 pts (7 of 12, 3 of 5 triples), 8 reb, 1 stl, 1 blk in 26 minutes.
No highlights available yet, but here are some quick ones from previous games.
Spoiler:

Watch on YouTube

Watch on YouTube

I like this one cuz it starts with defense:

Watch on YouTube

He's the most versatile defender, able to guard 1 through 4:

Watch on YouTube

Watch on YouTube

For me Anunoby>Rabb

Goat names in this draft

UD4MVP · Post #530 » by **UD4MVP** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 4:05 pm

I went from a being a Lonzo Ball doubter before the season to not expecting him to be on the board past the 3rd pick. He has everything we want out of a franchise PG.

cyclix · Post #531 » by **cyclix** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 4:07 pm

Ball is getting alot of love across realgm draft threads, but I still prefer Fultz and DSJ. I would even hesitate to take Ball over Fox.

UD4MVP · Post #532 » by **UD4MVP** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 7:38 pm

Watch on YouTube

wow he did a shammgod into a dunk

Cmon_Son-_- · Post #533 » by **Cmon_Son-_-** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 8:22 pm

cyclix wrote:Ball is getting alot of love across realgm draft threads, but I still prefer Fultz and DSJ. I would even hesitate to take Ball over Fox.

So far, Imo you cant miss if you're choosing from Fultz, Smith Jr, Ball and Fox if you're looking for a guard.

Post #534 » by **DayofMourning** » Mon Nov 28, 2016 11:30 pm

Kentucky at 7.
Isaac at 7.

Post #535 » by **DayofMourning** » Tue Nov 29, 2016 12:50 am

Fox with 10 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals at the half!

Cmon_Son-_- · Post #536 » by **Cmon_Son-_-** » Tue Nov 29, 2016 1:02 am

DayofMourning wrote:Fox with 10 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals at the half!

Wow didn't know he was going to be this well rounded but he's been doing a little bit of everything every game

Post #537 » by **DayofMourning** » Tue Nov 29, 2016 1:09 am

Cmon_Son-_- wrote:
DayofMourning wrote:Fox with 10 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals at the half!

Wow didn't know he was going to be this well rounded but he's been doing a little bit of everything every game

He's been pretty awesome at everything except shooting percentages. He's a heckuva consolation prize outside of the top tier of players.