2018 NBA Draft Thread

[emunney]

Kind of a silly question, but where do people get wingspan measurements nowadays? Does the DX gang that moved to ESPN update it somewhere on ESPN's site or does another site gather that now? I keep seeing people reference Jontay's wingspan for example and I have no idea what his wingspan is expected to be.

There's no official wingspan measurement on him yet, it'll depend on whether he's measured at the combine. They publish the anthropometric measurements on stats.nba.com now.

https://stats.nba.com/draft/combine-anthro/

Okay, so people just assume by looking at Jontay that his wingspan isn't anything special? I miss the days of DX where they had all the measurements from the Nike Hoop Summit and whatnot.

Those are still posted, but he didn't play in any of the events where they take those measurements.

[leroyjw10]

There's no official wingspan measurement on him yet, it'll depend on whether he's measured at the combine. They publish the anthropometric measurements on stats.nba.com now.

https://stats.nba.com/draft/combine-anthro/

Okay, so people just assume by looking at Jontay that his wingspan isn't anything special? I miss the days of DX where they had all the measurements from the Nike Hoop Summit and whatnot.

Those are still posted, but he didn't play in any of the events where they take those measurements.

ESPN Insider has him at 6-10 with a 7-0 wingspan. Not sure when they got that measurement, but pretty sure it's not made up. So his wingspan, for a center, is far from great. But another potential comp, Sabonis Jr., also has just a 7-0 wingspan, so I'm not overly concerned about it.

[Garden Of Edens]

I'm kinda all in on SGA from Kentucky. He's more potential than ready right now, but he could be a good one

[Ron Swanson]

Yeah, Gilgeous-Alexander is the guy I'm targeting to move up and snag. Which is why I'd really try and get one of the Clippers' two late lotto picks (12 and 13). A 6'6, 6'11 wingspan guard with point skills and 48/40/82 splits in FG/3PT/FT efficiency? Yes please.

[emunney]

Okay, so people just assume by looking at Jontay that his wingspan isn't anything special? I miss the days of DX where they had all the measurements from the Nike Hoop Summit and whatnot.

Those are still posted, but he didn't play in any of the events where they take those measurements.

ESPN Insider has him at 6-10 with a 7-0 wingspan. Not sure when they got that measurement, but pretty sure it's not made up. So his wingspan, for a center, is far from great. But another potential comp, Sabonis Jr., also has just a 7-0 wingspan, so I'm not overly concerned about it.

You sure that's not Michael?

[BuildingBucks]

I have SGA ahead of Trae Young and Sexton so I'd be really happy if the Bucks could get him, trading up with the Clippers and buying a second round pick would be ideal in this draft. I just doubt it'll happen. Clippers could end up with 2 players I really wish the Bucks could get. SGA and Robert Williams.

[Frank Nova]

Why is SGA behind Young and Sexton according to all these experts? I'm genuinely trying to figure it out, I just don't see the superiority there at all. I think Young is wayyy closer to Jimmer than Curry and Sexton is far from any elite prospect. I have no idea if any of them are capable franchise PGs but I think SGA has more to his overall game than the other 2. Although if Sexton ever gets to be a consistent shooter, he could be real nice long term.

[jakecronus8]

Why is SGA behind Young and Sexton according to all these experts? I'm genuinely trying to figure it out, I just don't see the superiority there at all. I think Young is wayyy closer to Jimmer than Curry and Sexton is far from any elite prospect. I have no idea if any of them are capable franchise PGs but I think SGA has more to his overall game than the other 2. Although if Sexton ever gets to be a consistent shooter, he could be real nice long term.

I think Young and Sexton are safer bets, but upside wise I can see the argument for SGA. Sexton looks like lefty Bledsoe to me. Young is somewhere between Chef and Mo Williams.

[StickeeFingaz]

I thought Sexton was right handed, no? Either way, he’s a bulldog and I love his competitiveness. Just wish he could improve his jumper.


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[BuildingBucks]

Why is SGA behind Young and Sexton according to all these experts? I'm genuinely trying to figure it out, I just don't see the superiority there at all. I think Young is wayyy closer to Jimmer than Curry and Sexton is far from any elite prospect. I have no idea if any of them are capable franchise PGs but I think SGA has more to his overall game than the other 2. Although if Sexton ever gets to be a consistent shooter, he could be real nice long term.

I think Young and Sexton are safer bets, but upside wise I can see the argument for SGA. Sexton looks like lefty Bledsoe to me. Young is somewhere between Chef and Mo Williams.

Trae Young had a historic college season and scouts like Sextons scoring ability and the mentality he has. SGA is laid back, and was "only" a 4 star recruit which at Kentucky doesn't bring you the same attention.

SGA just has everything, perfect size for a guard, and he's really smooth with the ball.

[leroyjw10]

Those are still posted, but he didn't play in any of the events where they take those measurements.

ESPN Insider has him at 6-10 with a 7-0 wingspan. Not sure when they got that measurement, but pretty sure it's not made up. So his wingspan, for a center, is far from great. But another potential comp, Sabonis Jr., also has just a 7-0 wingspan, so I'm not overly concerned about it.

You sure that's not Michael?

They’re both listed at those measurements, though Jontay has more heft.

[jakecronus8]

Whoa. Somehow I didn't realize musa just turned 19 last week. I assumed he was 21-22. Just shot to the top of my list for guys that might be there at 17. Really really skilled for someone that young.

[Matches Malone]

Does this mean they're taking Doncic?

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[Frank Nova]

Why is SGA behind Young and Sexton according to all these experts? I'm genuinely trying to figure it out, I just don't see the superiority there at all. I think Young is wayyy closer to Jimmer than Curry and Sexton is far from any elite prospect. I have no idea if any of them are capable franchise PGs but I think SGA has more to his overall game than the other 2. Although if Sexton ever gets to be a consistent shooter, he could be real nice long term.

I think Young and Sexton are safer bets, but upside wise I can see the argument for SGA. Sexton looks like lefty Bledsoe to me. Young is somewhere between Chef and Mo Williams.

I like Sexton, I think he's a beast. Young I'm genuinely not sure about. I'm not sure that that high volume chucker mentality gets him anywhere. And I think that's an overly generous comp between Curry and Mo. You don't see any red flags?

[emunney]

Does this mean they're taking Doncic?

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I think they will but they changed that when they signed Kokoškov.

[bucksfansince88]

Zhaire Smith has crazy bounce he might go top 10 IMO

[Frank Nova]

Zhaire Smith has crazy bounce he might go top 10 IMO

I just really don't like his shot. He reminds me of Kyle Anderson when he shoots with his wind up and release. It's slow imo, but he is a freak athlete with great physical attributes for a SG so it could be a non issue long term. Regardless though Zhaire at 17 is a good pick. I think Lonnie Walker IV is the wild card that goes earlier than expected. I could see a team falling in love with that athleticism in the top 10 over Zhaire.

[drone3]

Drafting Doncic would be awesome but passing on the next David Robinson, would be a tough call.

[jakecronus8]

Why is SGA behind Young and Sexton according to all these experts? I'm genuinely trying to figure it out, I just don't see the superiority there at all. I think Young is wayyy closer to Jimmer than Curry and Sexton is far from any elite prospect. I have no idea if any of them are capable franchise PGs but I think SGA has more to his overall game than the other 2. Although if Sexton ever gets to be a consistent shooter, he could be real nice long term.

I think Young and Sexton are safer bets, but upside wise I can see the argument for SGA. Sexton looks like lefty Bledsoe to me. Young is somewhere between Chef and Mo Williams.

I like Sexton, I think he's a beast. Young I'm genuinely not sure about. I'm not sure that that high volume chucker mentality gets him anywhere. And I think that's an overly generous comp between Curry and Mo. You don't see any red flags?

Good stroke and at times a dazzling playmaker. Can't guard anyone though.

[bucksfansince88]

Zhaire Smith has crazy bounce he might go top 10 IMO

I just really don't like his shot. He reminds me of Kyle Anderson when he shoots with his wind up and release. It's slow imo, but he is a freak athlete with great physical attributes for a SG so it could be a non issue long term. Regardless though Zhaire at 17 is a good pick. I think Lonnie Walker IV is the wild card that goes earlier than expected. I could see a team falling in love with that athleticism in the top 10 over Zhaire.

I like the fact that walker can play 1-3 pretty much he’s solid I’m just not sold on him yet want to see more workouts and film..we need a coach so he can give his input and run workouts ASAP