Shabazz, or Noel is who I'm hoping for. It's early, but we could get up in that range. We will surely be in the Lottery, and we've never received a number one pick so this could be our year. Shabazz is a scoring machine, and we need that.. These prospects aren't looking amazing yet because of how early it is, Anthony Davis wasn't really recognized as much until March Madness so I expect the same thing.
Haven't heard much about his attitude but he's a scrawny guy who likes to space the floor. He doesn't have the size to bang in the post so he gets shoved around a lot for rebounds. Great shooter for a big man though and has some offensive skill.
If he puts on some weight then he could be intriguing but I doubt know if he has the frame to do it. He reminds me a lot of....... Bryon Mullens. Not impressed by him at this point
Shabazz hasn't done anything to lose his spot as a top 2 pick, but Noel is moving down mine (and others') draft boards because he isn't living up to the billing. He's a solid defender/rebounder and a great shot blocker, but that's just about all I'm seeing from him. He's solidly behind Goodwin and Poythress as far as prospects go on that team. I've seen him a couple of times so far and I'm watching him right now and while he does have 5 blocks, he's yet to touch the ball on the offensive side of the floor. Haven't seen him call for it, haven't seen him move. His role is basically to get out of the way and catch a lob or two every now and then. Actually just saw him attempting his first offensive move off an inbounds play and..... charge.Originally Posted by Bama
Not saying he sucks, just don't see much benefit to drafting him when we have a bigger version in Bismack.
As for Davis? DX had him as their #1 pick for over a year before the draft.
so i am hearing that goodwin (westbrook-ish) and otto porter could be great draft choices. what are those that watch, takes on them?
I have goodwin in my personal top 5. He's a fantastic athlete who has been playing a lot of point for UK because Harrow (the NC State transfer) is.... not that good. Hard to tell if he's a good shooter or not but he's great in a slashing role and has above average ball handing for a wing. Also, he's got good size (6'5ish) and long arms (6'10ish) with a good frame so he doesn't have really any physical issues that could present themselves.
Porter is a weird prospect. He got some hype last year but he's very much an unfinished product. Prototypical size for a SF and has a nice all-around skillset. He's not super bouncy but, like MKG, has great body control and coordination. Not a very good shooter or an overwhelming scorer, but is a great connect-the-dots guy, again like MKG
Today has been awesome for me. So many games to watch as I had nothing to do today other than type up some papers and go running.
Kansas vs Colordado
As I already said, McLemore looks like a top 3 pick. He finished the game with 24/5/2/2 and was all over the place. This is a guy who could be a special player between Kemba and MKG. I couldn't find a weakness in his game at all, theree is just so many things he excels at.
NC State vs Cleveland St
CJ Leslie looked good and has continued his solid play all year long. Finished with 19/8 and was clearly more athletic than his peers but I'm just not seeing a place for him on our team. I can't tell if he's a wing or a big and it doesn't look like he can either. His perimeter skills aren't there enough for me to play him as a big SF but he's not big enough to play as a true post. Good player, but not on my radar.
Rodney Purvis (the guy many seemed to be hyping before the season) had another meh game. 11/4 but shot 3/8 from the floor and didn't really stand out to me.
TJ Warren continues to look good. I was disappointed when he picked State over UNC and for good reason. Probably won't enter the draft this year unless he really blows up but remember his name for next year.
Michigan vs Arkansas
Once again, Burke/Hardaway/Robinson just had their way with the opposition. Still a huge fan of Hardaway and wish he got more pub. Robinson looked to assert himself more tonight (took 11 shots, making 7) and produced (17 and 6). Still didn't display an advanced offensive game but he's certainly productive.
Duke vs Temple
Mason Plumlee continues to be a double double machine. 16/14 tonight despite not shooting well but he's still hovering around 20/11 for the season. Haven't ever been a fan of his, but he's displayed just about everything you look for in a big man... yes, even some post moves.
Seth Curry had a big day, 23/3 (shot 5-9 from deep). Probably not on our radar but he could be an intriguing 2nd rounder if we pick one up.
Right now
UCLA vs Texas is on ESPN so if you wanted to watch Shabazz and the UNC retreads then you don't wanna miss it
Can't find OK State vs Missouri St but Nash and Smart look like they're continuing to play well.
AND North Carolina is coming up at 7:30, so pull that one up on the TV while you watch the Cats from the first row
http://www.draftexpress.com/nba-mock-draft/2013/ lol draftexpress has us drafting Plumlee..Good player but NO THANKS!
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Would really like to see the Bobcats get Anthony Bennett in the 1st round. Right now he is having the best season of any freshman and could give us a scoring presence down low that is much needed. As of right now if we could get Bennett in the first round and either Trevor Mbakwe or Brandon Paul in 2nd round I would be really happy with the draft. Paul is a pretty good 3 pointer. The only issue with Bennett though is that he is 6'8 maybe a little smaller.
i am reading that ben mclemore could be exactly what we need in a sg to go between kemba and mkg. what say those that know things?
chef's new top three:
len, mclemore, archie goodwin
I say you need to read some of the posts I've put up recently
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