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2019 NBA Draft Prep

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What direction should Hawks go with their lottery picks?

Sekou Doumbouya
19
18%
Coby White
4
4%
Jaxson Hayes
9
9%
Nassir Little
5
5%
Cam Reddish
35
34%
Bol Bol
14
14%
Brandon Clarke
10
10%
Trade the picks
7
7%
 
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Re: 2019 NBA Draft Prep 

Post#241 » by Jamaaliver » Tue Nov 13, 2018 6:05 pm

The issue with Romeo (on this squad), he doesn't offer much as a secondary play-maker.

Also, there is quite a bit of overlap between him and Huerter.

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At 6-foot-6 with a 6-11 wingspan, Langford has prototypical dimensions for an NBA wing. Simply put, Langford has always been a bonafide bucket-getter. His instincts for the basket are likely only second to R.J. Barrett in this class, as the Hoosier has great feel for how to get space to get his jumper off and terrific touch from all three levels. His body control is terrific, and he operates at a pace all his own. He’s never hurried or rushed.

There’s no question that Langford has tremendous touch that has already allowed him to become a good shooter. He makes shots off the catch with strong, balanced mechanics and he gets good rotation and arc on the ball.

That aforementioned body control and touch gives him strong potential as a shooter off the dribble, as well. Langford’s terrific balance gives him the ability to get his weight up under him with ease when he’s on the move. His favored move in off-the-dribble situations is a step-back jumper, where he showcases great feel for where the 3-point line is. Possessing a high release point, Langford is also a good contested shot maker with terrific concentration on the basket when hoisting jumper with a hand in his face.
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Post#242 » by tbhawksfan1 » Tue Nov 13, 2018 8:31 pm

Jamaaliver wrote:It's early, but I've zeroed in on Romeo Langford or Cam Reddish as the scoring wing this team desperately needs.

Cam in particular has all-NBA talent. But perhaps not the mind set of a great one.

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Does this mean you take Cam #1? Langford #?
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Post#243 » by tbhawksfan1 » Tue Nov 13, 2018 8:41 pm

Got a draft/rebuild question for you guys/gals; what's better for the team during this rebuild, trade vets to max draft assets or keep them as mentors / possible future role players.

I think we need to max the talent pool by maxing draft assets during the window for top draft talent. Some want to keep certain vets and think we shouldn't mortgage the present to the extent of creating a losing environment.

I say the only diffenernce between 20 wins and 30 wins is going from #1 to #7 in the draft.
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Re: 2019 NBA Draft Prep 

Post#244 » by Jamaaliver » Tue Nov 13, 2018 8:42 pm

Jamaaliver wrote:It's early, but I've zeroed in on Romeo Langford or Cam Reddish as the scoring wing this team desperately needs.

Cam in particular has all-NBA talent. But perhaps not the mind set of a great one.



tbhawksfan1 wrote:Does this mean you take Cam #1? Langford #?





It means I'd be willing to consider trading out of the top-1 or top-2 slot to a team desperate to overpay and build around Zion. Similar to how Travis traded Luka and still ended up with the player he wanted all along...plus an additional asset.


NOTE: I still have RJ Barrett rated as the top player in the draft, though.


Romeo comes into play at #4. Anything before that is likely too high.
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tbhawksfan1 wrote:Got a draft/rebuild question for you guys/gals; what's better for the team during this rebuild, trade vets to max draft assets or keep them as mentors / possible future role players.



I'd say, it's a matter of balance. You need functional, experienced players just to field a team and execute every night.

But losing enough games to win the lottery is still important.

NOTE: The Warriors built a dynasty on guys draft #6 or later.

Add'l NOTE: None of our veterans have great trade value. (Lin is worth more as a mentor and steadying presence than a future, protected 2nd rounder 3 years from now.)

All that to say, I am satisfied with our approach thus far. If not overly enthused by it.
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Post#245 » by tbhawksfan1 » Tue Nov 13, 2018 8:56 pm

Looks like a good plan. Trae and DAL FRP kinda good. Cam could be the best for Trae
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Post#246 » by jayu70 » Tue Nov 13, 2018 11:38 pm

tbhawksfan1 wrote:Got a draft/rebuild question for you guys/gals; what's better for the team during this rebuild, trade vets to max draft assets or keep them as mentors / possible future role players.

I think we need to max the talent pool by maxing draft assets during the window for top draft talent. Some want to keep certain vets and think we shouldn't mortgage the present to the extent of creating a losing environment.

I say the only diffenernce between 20 wins and 30 wins is going from #1 to #7 in the draft.

It only makes sense to trade the vets if you are getting actual assets and not mucking up your future capsheet by taking back too much long term salary.
Even in a rebuild, I think it's important to have the RIGHT vets to support the rebuilding pieces. You don't want what's happening with Sexton and the Cavs situation.
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Post#247 » by Jamaaliver » Wed Nov 14, 2018 1:54 pm

CP War Hawks wrote:Reid at 6-10 and 250 but seems to play much bigger...these highlights are eye opener for a guy that size.


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Post#248 » by Jamaaliver » Wed Nov 14, 2018 7:34 pm

Hawks get a solid haul from this newest mock draft from Sporting News. I think this would just about wrap up the asset acquisition phase of our rebuild. We'd be stocked with wings and big men with multiple 'face of the franchise' caliber young players.

I don't love Zion, but we'd have some attractive pieces to dangle in trade or build around.

NBA Mock Draft 2019: Duke's Zion Williamson, RJ Barrett battle for top spot

1. Hawks — Zion Williamson, Forward, Duke

Age: 18.4 | Height: 6-7 | Weight: 285

Williamson’s teammate RJ Barrett started the season as the top prospect on our Big Board, but if things continue apace, there’s a good chance he’ll be displaced Williamson himself. The 6-7 forward has been phenomenal to start the season, averaging 27.5 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.5 blocks and 3.0 assists per contest through two games.

At just 18 years old, Williamson possesses unmatched athleticism, an impressively high basketball IQ and the ability to generate efficient offense even without a consistent jumper. Pairing him with Trae Young in Atlanta would be a joy.


7. Hawks (via Mavericks) — Romeo Langford, Wing, Indiana

Age: 19.1 | Height: 6-7 | Weight: 202

Atlanta could potentially hold two top-10 selections next June, putting the Hawks in position to quickly rebuild a depleted roster. Langford’s off to a slow start from behind the arc, but he has historically appeared to be a projectable shooter for the NBA level. He’d give the Hawks another perimeter scoring threat.
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Post#249 » by CP War Hawks » Wed Nov 14, 2018 9:49 pm

Jamaaliver wrote:
CP War Hawks wrote:Reid at 6-10 and 250 but seems to play much bigger...these highlights are eye opener for a guy that size.


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As talented and devoted he is on offense, he seems to be the exact opposite rebounding and defending :noway:

He would be the best offensive big the team has had since Sheed :banghead:, that's the main reason why I'm really intrigued with this dude. Perhaps we should be looking more closely at Mr. Bol.
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Post#250 » by atlantabbq99 » Thu Nov 15, 2018 5:58 am

I'm not a fan of Little, but he does look like Michael Kidd-Gilchrist with a jump shot. Lets see if he can sustain 35% shooting from three in his freshmen season.

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Post#251 » by Jamaaliver » Thu Nov 15, 2018 1:16 pm

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Post#252 » by kg01 » Thu Nov 15, 2018 1:25 pm

atlantabbq99 wrote:I'm not a fan of Little, but he does look like Michael Kidd-Gilchrist with a jump shot. Lets see if he can sustain 35% shooting from three in his freshmen season.



I know you didn't mean it that way, but comparing him to MKG is an insult. He's closer to a Kawhii-type than *yuck* MKG.
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Post#253 » by Jamaaliver » Thu Nov 15, 2018 3:17 pm

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CP War Hawks wrote:Reid at 6-10 and 250 but seems to play much bigger...these highlights are eye opener for a guy that size.



As talented and devoted he is on offense, he seems to be the exact opposite rebounding and defending :noway:

Perhaps we should be looking more closely at Mr. Bol.


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Predicting the Top Prospect at Every Position in the 2019 NBA Draft

Center: Bol Bol, Freshman, Oregon

Biggest challenger: Naz Reid, freshman, LSU

An obvious scouting target for his measurements (7'2" height, 7'8" wingspan) and genes, Bol Bol has already started cranking the hype machine.

Oregon has only faced Eastern Washington and Portland State, but the suspect competition hasn't diminished his totals of 35 points, 24 rebounds and seven blocks through just 52 minutes.

He's looked unusually fluid for a player his size, both in terms of coordination and skill execution.

A unique finishing weapon capable of reaching high above traffic and the rim, Bol has also flashed some wiggle off the dribble and shot-making. His bag contains specialty shots like fallaways and pull-ups, plus a developing three-ball that connected against Eastern Washington.

Bol's defensive upside then sets him apart from LSU's Reid, a stud scorer but mostly a one-way impact player. Bol contests shots defending on and off the ball. Signs point to a disruptive rim protector and an obstacle to shoot over one-on-one.

Assuming his lack of strength doesn't become too worrisome and he continues to pull off the two-point moves and spot-up threes, teams should favor Bol over Reid as the greater potential difference-maker.
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Post#254 » by Jamaaliver » Thu Nov 15, 2018 3:25 pm

And my top choice...

Predicting the Top Prospect at Every Position in the 2019 NBA Draft

Small Forward: Cam Reddish, Freshman, Duke



Biggest challenger at SF: Nassir Little, freshman, North Carolina

Part of the appeal to Cam Reddish is his versatility to play and guard multiple positions. But with a Paul George-like physical profile and skill set, Reddish projects to work mostly from the wing alongside a more traditional point guard.

At 6'8", he's smooth off the dribble, capable of initiating transition plays and passing on the move. So far, he's distinguished himself by burying 10 threes in two games. Against Army, he knocked down jumpers off the dribble, a screen and jab step—not just spotting up.

Through two games, he's taken 21 threes to 14 twos, a reflection of his confidence from deep but also the third-wheel role he has to play behind RJ Barrett and Zion Williamson. Teams may wind up feeling that Reddish isn't being fully unleashed at Duke.

Still, he has to improve scoring off the dribble and finishing around traffic. But between his ball-handling, shot-making and tools, it's worth betting on his development as a scorer.

Defensively, Reddish has always been a mixed bag with flashes of smart reactions, playmaking and questionable effort. For a teenager, however, the lapses shouldn't be problematic enough to significantly impact his final draft evaluation. His offensive upside should appear more attractive than Little's at North Carolina.
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Post#255 » by tbhawksfan1 » Thu Nov 15, 2018 8:44 pm

CAM / Bol for me
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Post#256 » by atlantabbq99 » Thu Nov 15, 2018 11:13 pm

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atlantabbq99 wrote:I'm not a fan of Little, but he does look like Michael Kidd-Gilchrist with a jump shot. Lets see if he can sustain 35% shooting from three in his freshmen season.



I know you didn't mean it that way, but comparing him to MKG is an insult. He's closer to a Kawhii-type than *yuck* MKG.


When posters say "he is the next Lebron" or "he is the next Kawhi" after only 2 games into their freshmen season, this is why people roll their eyes and shake their heads at lame internet sports bloggers :noway:
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Post#257 » by CP War Hawks » Fri Nov 16, 2018 7:26 am

For argument sake, lets assume the Hawks come away with their 3 of the future whether it be Zion, Barrett, Little, Reddish, etc. for 2019.

The Dallas pick can go so many ways. The team needs a C and SG of the future. Langford, in my eyes, is a cross between Murray and Derozan. His game screams NBA. I can go indepth about the many things I like about him, but won't.

It's best to find a long term replacement for Baze while you can. Grimes is another guy I would consider.
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Post#258 » by Jamaaliver » Fri Nov 16, 2018 12:14 pm

CP War Hawks wrote:For argument sake, lets assume the Hawks come away with their 3 of the future whether it be Zion, Barrett, Little, Reddish, etc. for 2019.

The Dallas pick can go so many ways. The team needs a C and SG of the future...

It's best to find a long term replacement for Baze while you can. Grimes is another guy I would consider.



I'm still about Best Player Available for the top draft pick. Obviously we aren't drafting another PG. But anything else we see as potentially elite talent is worth pursuing.


I agree the Dallas pick can and should be a need based selection, though.
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CP War Hawks wrote: Langford, in my eyes, is a cross between Murray and Derozan. His game screams NBA. I can go indepth about the many things I like about him, but won't.


Serious question: Who is Murray?
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Post#259 » by Jamaaliver » Fri Nov 16, 2018 12:55 pm

This entire play is really impressive. The shot-blocking. The ball handling. The pull up jumper.

That IS intriguing.

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