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Ghost of Kleine wrote:Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) Tweeted:
Separated prospects into positional groups, ranked top 5 in each: Primary ball-handlers, Secondary combo guards, Traditional 2-guards, Traditional SFs, Interchangeable wings, Combo forwards, Face-up 4s and Bigs https://t.co/UOdpUAHiIk ?s=20
bwgood77 wrote:Ghost of Kleine wrote:Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) Tweeted:
Separated prospects into positional groups, ranked top 5 in each: Primary ball-handlers, Secondary combo guards, Traditional 2-guards, Traditional SFs, Interchangeable wings, Combo forwards, Face-up 4s and Bigs https://t.co/UOdpUAHiIk ?s=20
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Jsbath wrote:what do you think of duarte?
It’s my man
Ghost of Kleine wrote:Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) Tweeted:
G League Elite Camp list https://t.co/sPjFBeR2jh ?s=20
Definitely need to keep a close eye on EJ Onu!!!
And of course Mousa Cisse!
bwgood77 wrote:Ghost of Kleine wrote:Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) Tweeted:
G League Elite Camp list https://t.co/sPjFBeR2jh ?s=20
Definitely need to keep a close eye on EJ Onu!!!
And of course Mousa Cisse!
Haven't looked up his #s, but wonder how good Scottie Pippen Jr is.
Ghost of Kleine wrote:Jsbath wrote:what do you think of duarte?
It’s my man
Duarte is great! Very versatile for a two guard. Definitely has a fire and tenacity to him. I like the Klay comparisons too. Having said that, There's no way he falls to us at 29.
I fully expect either New York or Houston to snatch him up in the early 20s'. But even if by some miracle he makes it past New York and Houston, There's almost no way whatsoever that Philly passes on him at 28. If we're looking for shooting at the 2/3 and a modicum of 3 and D versatility, I'm looking at Trey Murphy 3rd. He's a 6'9 offensive version of Bridges.
And actually had averages of 50/ 40/ 90 in college and is a very disruptive defender and perimeter defender as well.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.basketballnews.com/stories/amp/ncaa-basketball-trey-murphy-iii-virginia-cavaliers-draws-attention-as-3-and-d-stretch-four-2021-nba-draft-prospects
He's 6'9 205 lbs with a 7'1 wingspan. Really high basketball IQ, Is a really good cutter, And also moves fluidly like Bridges too! He's also got sneaky, smooth athleticism and vertical burst very similar to Bridges.
So at best, He's a slightly longer better offensive version of Bridges. Or at worst a slightly bigger version of Cam Johnson with better perimeter defense! Either way, he'd be a steal for us, IF we disregard positional needs and choose BPA?
So, IF Duarte is gone at 29, And we prioritize shooting or a 3 and D wing with elite shooting, Then my list of best available at that point becomes:
1- Trey Murphy 3rd.
2- Joe Weiscamp.
3- Sam Hauser.
Any one of those 3 would supremely boost our perimeter scoring prowess. But admittedly, I do really like the idea of a multipositional 3 and D wing that would give us great potential size IF when Booker runs the point ( on occasion) having a very long, very versatile lineup of:
-Point Book- 6'6.
- Murphy 3rd- 6'9.
- Bridges- 6'7.
- Crowder or Craig- 6'7.
- Ayton 6'11.
That's a dangerous fast break style team.
On Tuesday, the NBA announced 69 players are expected to attend the draft combine from June 21-27 at the Wintrust Arena and Marriott Marquis in Chicago, Illinois.
The combine will feature 5-on-5 games, strength and agility testing, shooting drills, measurements and other related on-court exercises. Teams that wish to attend must be fully vaccinated and will be permitted to have 10 personnel members for the drills and six for in-person interviews.
In addition to the draft combine, the league will also host the NBA G League Elite Camp from June 19-21 at the same location. A select number of players from the G League Elite Camp will be invited to participate in the draft combine.
Looks an interesting player GoK. Haven't really seem him play.Ghost of Kleine wrote:Spoiler:
Big fan of Trey Murphy. He's that Bridges / Anunoby prototype. Incredible length, fantastic defender and an outstanding spot up shooter to boot. I'd be surprised if he lasted till #29.
Great eye for talent man! As always. I agree that it would be surprising if he was still on the board at 29. I actually fully expect him to be snatched up by either Denver at 26 or Philly at 28. Because both teams are in critical need of an offensive/ perimeter boost! I see him as an offensive version
of Bridges, Or a slightly bigger version of
Cam Johnson. Either way, He's also a very good perimeter defender, And would be great insurance in the event that we may at some point lose or be forced to trade one of Bridges or Johnson?
I'm becoming more interested in the idea of upgrading our frontcourt with more playmaking versatility at the 4/5 for our bench. Are you at all familiar with Sandro Mamukelashvili? For a 6'11 260 lb forward/ center, He's surprisingly very comparable in his diverse skillset as a young Jokic! Even at his size, He's an exceptional passer, He has an advanced ballhandling skillset and can break down defenses and get to the rim easily. He's a very crafty scorer, He can adeptly initiate the offense. I'll argue that he's very much an upgrade to Saric and/ or Kaminsky. And would only cost us a fraction of what we're paying Saric!
I'd love to see us pick up a mid to late 2nd round pick for him. And have him help maintain the offensive flow and continuity for our bench unit whenever Ayton sits. And he'd also help take a ton of pressure off of our backcourt ( point book situations too) with his playmaking ability whilst Paul sits.
https://zonahoops.com/2021/02/19/sandro-mamukelashvili-nba-scouting-report/
Thoughts?
Jsbath wrote:what do you think of duarte?
It’s my man
AtheJ415 wrote:Jsbath wrote:what do you think of duarte?
It’s my man
Favorite player of the draft. Would move up for him. He'll be an impact guy Day 1 and at worst is a 10 year good rotation player. At best, his off the dribble / creation skills get better and he's more. Dude plays HARD. He'd fit in really well here, but I don't think he falls so we'd have to move up at least 10 spots imo.
Honestly not the biggest fan of most the guys around where we pick. Queta dominated a conference where he was by far the biggest most athletic big man and I think he'll take a long time to adapt. Also not sure he brings more than rebounding and shot blocking, which isn't hard to find from a vet FA.
Wouldn't mind taking a flyer on Greg Brown or Josh Christopher, given how awful Shaka Smart & Bobby Hurley were last year I don't really blame them for their teams / seasons disappointing, but they aren't Jones type picks.
Terrence Shannon Jr. might be a guy we take a long look at.
RedIndian wrote:If I have to take a punt on who Jones will draft, I'll go with Ayayi.
High character 3rd year guy who played on a terrific winning program with Gonzaga. Very smart role player, good length, hits the open shot really well, good defender, low turnover, great cutter. He completely fits his prototype. It's also a position where we could probably give some minutes to a rookie.
I also think he was a bit restricted in his role at Gonzaga - there's a chance there's a lot more upside to his game.
RedIndian wrote:If I have to take a punt on who Jones will draft, I'll go with Ayayi.
High character 3rd year guy who played on a terrific winning program with Gonzaga. Very smart role player, good length, hits the open shot really well, good defender, low turnover, great cutter. He completely fits his prototype. It's also a position where we could probably give some minutes to a rookie.
I also think he was a bit restricted in his role at Gonzaga - there's a chance there's a lot more upside to his game.