Slim Tubby wrote:D1SGRUNTL3D wrote:Slim Tubby wrote:
I wish I was that impactful.
Look...I watched Okogie play a ton last year and he certainly has skills but he just never flashed. His offensive game is weak at this point. If you wanted a guy that can defend and gives 100% effort then you'll definitely be happy with Okogie. I just felt it was a "need" selection rather than going with "potential" in Robert Williams. I want Josh to be an excellent player and will certainly root for him to succeed.
wait. So you whine about his offensive game being weak then wish we wouldve gone with robert williams? that guy shot 47% from the ft line and was the 4th leading scorer on his team
Apparently I'm not the only one who feels the way I do: (From ESPN)
Boston Celtics
Selected center Robert Williams with the No. 27 pick.
Schmitz: Along with Walker, Williams has the potential to be the steal of the draft at No. 27 -- the same draft slot of a similar lob-catching, shot-blocking center in Clint Capela. While there are clear questions about Williams' motor, the rangy big man is without a doubt a top-10 caliber talent when fully engaged.
He's much more suited for the open NBA game than the role he played as a power forward with clogged paint at Texas A&M. Boston is the exact environment that Williams needs to rev up his focus and commitment to his craft. The Celtics also could really use a big in Williams' mold, as he'll be a tremendous lob threat for Kyrie Irving and the rest of Boston's offensive weapons.
I'm certainly not saying that Williams doesn't have talent, but unless we have given up completely on Dieng and Patton there is no place for him on our team. Okogie can instantly be the primary backup for both Buckets and Wiggins. I also think when looking at potential Okogie has every bit as much potential as Williams being that Okogie was by most measures the best athlete in the entire draft.
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