Jamaaliver wrote:
Actually a pretty good rundown on their pick, and reasoning, for us. The kid outta AUB would be good had we not taken Hunt/Red last year.
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Jamaaliver wrote:
Bleacher Report2020 NBA Draft Rumors: Anthony Edwards 'Labeled a Boom-or-Bust Prospect'
The 6'5", 225-pound guard has all the tools to become a star at the next level, but his shot selection must improve significantly for that to happen. The uncertainty about his offensive efficiency is why there are question marks about exactly where he'll land in the draft.
Daily Thunder2020 NBA Draft Big Board
1. Killian Hayes – ratiopharm Ulm | G
Extremely gifted passer who excels in the PnR, with solid outside shooting indicators (30% from three this past year for Eurocup and G-BBL; 88% from the line). Good size for a lead ball handler, despite concerns with lack of burst, and he possesses a good handle and craftiness that allows him to get to the rim (.313 FTr this past year). He has a nasty stepback, uses his 6’8 wingspan to collect steals on and off the ball (3.1 STL%), although he also tends to get in foul trouble picking up 4.3 fouls per 36. Hayes is only 18 years old.
2. Onyeka Okongwu – USC | C
Dominant PnR player with great touch at the basket with either hand (73% at the rim). A fantastic shot blocker at 6’9 (9.8 blk%), Okongwu has shown the ability to guard in space and out on the perimeter at times. Montrezl Harrell-esque motor and athleticism, combining powerful dunks with hustle rebounds and transition rim running. Sixth highest BPM 2.0 in the country as a freshman; solid post potential with an already devastating spin move. High level impact depends on potential of outside jumper but he’s shown solid FT numbers (72%) and touch around the rim that it’s possible he’ll one day shoot from three.
atlantabbq99 wrote:I would take Jalen Smith if I got the #1 pick ...
I'm very high on Jalen. He will probably be the same as Kawhi and Paul George, which are, high defensive guys who are not projected to be lottery picks because of perceived limited offense.
I really like Jalen's jump shot, and he dribbles well for a guy his size. I think he will be an elite defensive player in the NBA and have enough offensive game to make an all star team down the road.
Good Fit: Atlanta Hawks
Ball may have to warm up to the idea of playing alongside another ball-dominant guard in Trae Young. But they could help each other while applying unique pressure on defenses with their speed, playmaking and shot-making.
Young leads the NBA in time of possession while averaging 20.8 field-goal attempts and 4.8 turnovers per game. He's averaging 29.6 points and 9.3 assists, but the Hawks are 20-47. Atlanta might be too reliant on its 6'1", 180-pound engine.
While Ball is more comfortable with the ball, Young also ranks in the 97th percentile in spot-ups, per Synergy Sports. He's shooting 46.0 percent off the catch and 41.4 percent off screens. Young could be used to generate offense in different ways—not just with ball screens (53.3 percent of offense) and transition (16.5 percent of offense). Together, they should possess enough skill versatility to coexist.
And it might not hurt for the Hawks to experiment with two elite passers in their backcourt. Cam Reddish, Kevin Huerter and De'Andre Hunter would benefit.
And Ball would have a pair of the best pick-and-roll finishers to work with in John Collins and Clint Capela.
The Hawks also like to push the pace (fifth), which would play to Ball's strengths.
The fit may require some adjusting, but learning to play with Young could be good for Ball's development and efficiency. And though Atlanta is young and rebuilding, Ball would have a relatively balanced supporting cast that includes shooters and athletic bigs
Jamaaliver wrote:Good Fit: Atlanta Hawks
Ball may have to warm up to the idea of playing alongside another ball-dominant guard in Trae Young. But they could help each other while applying unique pressure on defenses with their speed, playmaking and shot-making.
Young leads the NBA in time of possession while averaging 20.8 field-goal attempts and 4.8 turnovers per game. He's averaging 29.6 points and 9.3 assists, but the Hawks are 20-47. Atlanta might be too reliant on its 6'1", 180-pound engine.
While Ball is more comfortable with the ball, Young also ranks in the 97th percentile in spot-ups, per Synergy Sports. He's shooting 46.0 percent off the catch and 41.4 percent off screens. Young could be used to generate offense in different ways—not just with ball screens (53.3 percent of offense) and transition (16.5 percent of offense). Together, they should possess enough skill versatility to coexist.
And it might not hurt for the Hawks to experiment with two elite passers in their backcourt. Cam Reddish, Kevin Huerter and De'Andre Hunter would benefit.
And Ball would have a pair of the best pick-and-roll finishers to work with in John Collins and Clint Capela.
The Hawks also like to push the pace (fifth), which would play to Ball's strengths.
The fit may require some adjusting, but learning to play with Young could be good for Ball's development and efficiency. And though Atlanta is young and rebuilding, Ball would have a relatively balanced supporting cast that includes shooters and athletic bigs
birdlives_ma wrote:Man, those Bleacher report dudes can talk themselves into anything, huh? We'd be quite possibly the worst defense in NBA history, even if the offense would be a lot of fun. Honestly, even if he was like the perfect fit on the court, I'd still think twice with that family... A week in, and Lavar would be trying to get him to LA. I saw an interview with Lonzo recently, where he was saying he basically cut Lavar out of his life.
ATLANTA HAWKS: Obi Toppin (6-9 Forward, Dayton)
CLASS: Sophomore (22 years old)
2019-20 STATS: 20.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, shooting 63% from the field and 39% from three
The 6'9" redshirt sophomore became a SportsCenter regular thanks to his high-flying finishes, but overall was a super-efficient scorer despite a high usage. Prior to the NCAA suspending all remaining games, the Brooklyn native had positioned Dayton as a potential No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament. The Flyers held a 29-2 record—easily the best season in school history. He was already named National POY by USA Today, CBS Sports, NBC Sports and The Athletic, and is widely considered the front-runner for the prestigious Naismith Men’s College Player of the Year award. Additionally, Toppin was the only unanimous selection for the AP All-America teams. While the Hawks already have John Collins and Clint Capella in the paint, Toppin’s resume is worthy of serious consideration. — Franklyn CalleSpoiler: