Walter White
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I haven't seen this game, but I was literally going to come in and say the same thing earlier today because I've been comparing Ingram and Simmons highlights.Am I alone in thinking Brandon Ingram will absolutely better than Simmons? I don't even think it will be close. Ingram is lighting up UVA - who have a damn good team - right now.
Ingram looks like the reincarnate of KD. He doesn't have quite the hops or the handle, but I think KD improved in those areas mostly while he was in the NBA. I was comparing some KD college highlights too. Ingram has such a similar build and skillset. Except I think Ingram has more defensive potential and instincts compared to KD.
When I watch Simmons, he reminds me more of Blake Griffin with better ball skills and not quite the hops over someone like LeBron. LeBron was so much more skilled. I think it is far from a guarantee Simmons becomes a superstar. He is most NBA ready probably, but Ingram has way more potential. Simmons would have to become a lock down defender and develop a solid jumper to be a clear #1 imo. I'm not too familiar with his defense, but he has a long way to go on his jumper.
To sum up, I'd much rather bet on Ingram's skill over Simmons athleticism. Simmons is skilled passing and finishing inside, but like I said, he is closer to Blake Griffin than LeBron. Still all star potential, but I think Ingram has more superstar potential. Ingram could be a serious match up problem ala KD with his length, size, and shooting. Simmons can't really play SF without having a jumper. Skill over athleticism for me, but I don't think you can go wrong either way.
Also, there is a chance Hield could be better than either too. Only knock on him is his age, but he is very skilled as well. But his size is average for an SG and probably won't allow him to guard PG's or SF's well. Ingram at 6'9 is just a problem for teams to guard in the NBA.