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2018 NBA Draft - June 21

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EdMonix11 said:
Eh, I don't think they're trying to jump into the top-4 specifically, or at least from what I've seen. I know we've been speculating Memphis as a trade partner but only because their pick is known to be available. I've only read that the Celtics are trying to get into the "high lottery".

For me, I have a completely different view on how Danny Ainge drafts. I think the Celtics place a strong strong emphasis on guys who have offensive ability.... I mean, you can even look at the guys Ainge has chased at the draft recently as more evidence-- Jabari Parker, Jahlil Okafor and Frank Kaminsky.

I just think I could see a scenario where Jaren Jackson and Mo Bamba aren't offensively skilled enough for Ainge's liking.
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He also wanted to sell the damn farm to get Winslow...although his offense looked much better in College playing the 4.

I think he is interested in Wendell Carter personally. He needs a rebounding center with offensive skills and range to fit next to Al Horford. He doesn't want to rely on Baynes for his rebounding any longer.
 
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What's everyone's opinion on the strength of this draft delivering? I have a friend that argues with me how it's weak and he stands by this draft being weak no matter what.

I just can't buy into this 2018 class not delivering because some of these guys do look promising.
 
Real Deal said:
What's everyone's opinion on the strength of this draft delivering? I have a friend that argues with me how it's weak and he stands by this draft being weak no matter what.

I just can't buy into this 2018 class not delivering because some of these guys do look promising.
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I think the strength of this draft is that it's super deep. You can luck into an all-star all the way to the early 2nd round.

Every player in the top 8 has weaknesses and uncertainties.
 
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The more I watch Lonnie Walker IV the more I see Victor Oladipo....
 
Sir'Dom Pointer said:
Go watch Kevin Huerter...
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Yeah, I know man. Seems like Walker, Huerter and the Big Ragu are by far the biggest risers from these workouts. It's a shame the Cavs gave away their pick....

Crazy how deep this draft is even when considering two of my favorites went back to school-- De'Andre Hunter and Daniel Gafford.
 
OK, I don't watch enough college hoops because it's boring as shit.. I mean, because I have 2 kids and need to pick my viewing of sporting events wisely, and since Cavs had Lebron James, kind of must see TV there.

Anyway, for those who follow this stuff: G/F Mikal Bridges, what am I missing? He looks like an ideal 2 way player with a floor of Porter/Ariza and a ceiling of Butler/Leonard.

Pair him with your top 5 pick next year (yep, no LJ, full tankathon) and I think you are further along than you were when Lebron went to party in Miami the last time.
 
weepinwillow said:
OK, I don't watch enough college hoops because it's boring as shit.. I mean, because I have 2 kids and need to pick my viewing of sporting events wisely, and since Cavs had Lebron James, kind of must see TV there.

Anyway, for those who follow this stuff: G/F Mikal Bridges, what am I missing? He looks like an ideal 2 way player with a floor of Porter/Ariza and a ceiling of Butler/Leonard.

Pair him with your top 5 pick next year (yep, no LJ, full tankathon) and I think you are further along than you were when Lebron went to party in Miami the last time.
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His age is a bit of a concern (turns 22 in a couple months). After 3 years in college he's still not a particularly dynamic ballhandler relative to other NCAA perimeter players, so it's fair to question whether he'll develop enough in that area to produce at a high level in an on-ball role at the NBA level. And if instead he's more of a #3/#4 option roleplayer type his whole career, is that worth a top-10 pick, even if he's really good in that role?
 
Nathan S said:
His age is a bit of a concern (turns 22 in a couple months). After 3 years in college he's still not a particularly dynamic ballhandler relative to other NCAA perimeter players, so it's fair to question whether he'll develop enough in that area to produce at a high level in an on-ball role at the NBA level. And if instead he's more of a #3/#4 option roleplayer type his whole career, is that worth a top-10 pick, even if he's really good in that role?
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Well, if you are picking #8, starter level basement is certainly what you want. Maybe I'm wrong on him, but he seems like he's got two + skills (outside shooting and defending) and another solid skill in finishing. Probably needs a play-maker.

Seen him mocked as high as 6, though. Based on who I think will be available my short list is now starting to look like:
Porter, Bridges, Young/Sexton w/Shai G-A my darkhorse.
I think Bridges and Sexton won't bust out for you, I think Porter won't either if healthy, but back issues are scary things. I think Young's size could lead to issues ultimately, but he has that shot.
 
I keep seeing that Mikal Bridges is being compared to Kawaii and MPJ is bombing workouts. Could that push a guy like Bagly, Bamba or JJJ to us?

Out of all the top guys who’s the most likely to drop to us?
 
Kiddo said:
I keep seeing that Mikal Bridges is being compared to Kawaii and MPJ is bombing workouts. Could that push a guy like Bagly, Bamba or JJJ to us?

Out of all the top guys who’s the most likely to drop to us?
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Not sure where your MPJ news came from but I read that he looked “impressive” to teams in attendance at his pro day in Chicago and that several teams think he’s a top 3 talent.
 
Kiddo said:
I keep seeing that Mikal Bridges is being compared to Kawaii and MPJ is bombing workouts. Could that push a guy like Bagly, Bamba or JJJ to us?

Out of all the top guys who’s the most likely to drop to us?
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LeeBuckeye said:
Not sure where your MPJ news came from but I read that he looked “impressive” to teams in attendance at his pro day in Chicago and that several teams think he’s a top 3 talent.
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View: https://twitter.com/stevekylerNBA/status/1005568725540581377
 
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