So, biggest surprise of the 2014 NBA Draft?
For me, it would probably be Nik Stauskas, great player and all, but not a great pick for the Kings and I think the guy could have been picked up slightly lower. Not that great trade value probably. Should be a really nice role playing player though.
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Bruno Caboclo to the Raptors @ 20 just makes no sense to me.
I was surprised the Sixers were not able to get a trade done for the Wiggins pick. I thought that was a lock a week ago.
Also, I think Gary Harris slipped too far at No. 19.
One of the guys covering the draft said Bruno Caboclo was "2 years away from being '2 years away' " or something along those lines. Certainly a pick that would have most people scratching their heads, but I'm not certain. First of all, there's not a whole lot of information about this guy (I'm sure the vast majority of people have never even heard of this guy prior to the draft). Apparently, he's touted as the "Kevin Durant of Brazil," but at the same time he is still raw and unpolished... sounds like a bit of a gamble, but maybe the scouts in Toronto saw something that nobody else did. Time will ultimately be the judge of that.
Personally, I have always thought that the NBA draft was more of an art than a science. Despite what all those overpaid ESPN pundits on TV and scouts from teams say, at the end of the day, you never really know how a draft pick is going to turn out based on his physical measurements, stats in college/etc. A nice way of putting it would be an "educated guess." A less nicer way of putting it would be that its essentially the same as betting on horse races. Alas, even the number 1 pick Andrew Wiggins (who, in all likelihood, will have a successful career in the NBA) is not a 100% sure thing, there is always a chance he could turn out to be a bust.
Do you understand how insane it is to say someone is the "Kevin Durant of xxxx," I'm the Kevin Durant of WSO, that is a ridiculous statement if they mean to compare basketball ablities with Kevin Durant that would mean that that kid Bruno, could score ~25 points a game at the major D-1 level..I don't think so.
I hope they meant that he A) Either has a similar style to KD or B) Same productivity/stats in a way lesser league. Probably a combo of the both I'd imagine, although I haven't seen the kid play.
Bruno is basically in the same position Giannis Antetokounmpo was for the Bucks last year. Very different teams, however. Raptors should focus on growing Terrence Ross's game and probably add some solid role players for their bench as they will be solid in the East for a while.
I totally agree with this. Some of the "player comparisons" I hear each year make me want to throw the remote at the TV.
At one point this year I heard the comparison between Wiggins and Scottie Pippen...just pitiful.
Even Olajuwon/Embiid is a ridiculous stretch. People originally compared Shabazz Muhammad to Kobe...I could go on all day.
Most of people thought the Stauskas pick was pretty good. I was the most out of touch with the draft class this year that I've ever been. I think Milwaukee and Cleveland are going to regret not picking Embiid. Yes, the 5 month injury isn't ideal, but to have such a dynamic and athletic center for 5+ years (worst case) should out weigh that. Philly has some serious assets now.
Cleanthony Early at #34 was a shock to me. Knicks got the steal of the draft.
I feel for Stauskas having to be in that circus of a locker-room. I think the Lakers got a steal in Julius Randle, and I like the Elfrid Payton pick-up for Orlando although many don't know his true skill set.
Spurs got the steal of the draft with Anderson that late in the first, guy is solid.
Sixers projected 2016-2017 season starting 5:
1) Michael Carter-Williams 2) ? 3) Dario Saric 4) Nerlens Noel 5) Joel Embiid
Obviously 2? is going to be either our 1st round pick next year (which will be a high lottery) or whoever we use our cap space on. I'm so excited for the sixers.
I'm excited as well... the only lame thing is we have to watch another tank season with really no changes except the debut of Noel. Having said that, I'm ok with it since I believe we're finally on the path to becoming a real power.
After picking Ben McLemore last year, it does not make much sense, but rumors have it that Stauskas shot the lights out at his workouts. The kings head coach was quoted saying that the two can play together.He went as far as saying that Stauskas has the ability to play some minutes at point. I think that may be a stretch, but both were excellent collegiate scorers so the kings may surprise us all.
Kings are a confusing team. For a while it seemed like they had some sort of strategy, but the Stauskas pick was confusing. He needs to shoot the lights out - which he very well could - but I see him being a good role player for years to come. By the way, they are paying Rudy Gay $19.1 M next year so the Kings will be quite irrelevant in a Western conference that just became more loaded
Mclemore has been a huge disapointment.
the Kings are garbage. take on Rudy Gay and his contract and then want to get JSmoove just to attempt to get Rondo? Stauskus went way too high
Don't get all the stauskus bashing? Did people not watch him play? The NBA is about two things can you score and can you guard your position. Both of those boxes check off for him.
Wait, is Thad Young on his way out? I've always liked him as a player and felt bad that he was stuck on a bad team.
I'm sure they tried like hell to move him last night for the top pick. It looks like he'll be in Philly for another tank season at least.
Not a Knicks fan but for once they had a decent draft: Cleanthony Early was a late steal (as was Gary Harris) and the Greek Freak's older brother. The NBA is better when the Knicks, Lakers, and Celts are competing. Although we are a few years away from these teams being title contenders I am glad they are taking steps in the right direction.
PS - I know Wiggins very well being from a family associated with Huntington Prep, guy will be a killer in the NBA. Sefless kid who has a chip on his shoulder for no reason, lock down defender, and better than average shooter despite what he showed at Kansas. Excited to watch him play as the 2nd kid from Prep to make the pros. (1st being Gorgui Dieng w/ Wolves.)
As a sixers fan I'm kind of excited for Embiid and also made that 1. We didn't get Jabari or Wiggins and 2. That we're probably going to tank for the next season or two. Hopefully it's all worth it though.
As a Sixers fan and season ticket holder, I'm with ya brother. Embiid-Noel. Man, Embiid is the first real franchise player Philly has had since Allen Iverson. Feels good man.
After reading every single Embiid article today, I'm pretty confident in Hinkie's assessment of his medical records. Hinkie was with Houston when Yao had that injury, so he's already ahead of the curve. Ainge went on the record today saying he would have also drafted Embiid and he does his due dilligence well.
I don't even think the Sixers have to tank next season (but they will). The Noel-Embiid-MCW core is legit. I think Saric will eventually be the centerpiece of a trade because I feel Saric is most effective as a 4, but I love his game to death. He throws passes that only Rondo/Nash can do in today's NBA.
And NINJA'ing Orlando like that. Hinkie such a spy assassin.
How do yall respect and support an organization who intentionally loses? Tanking just undermines the integrity of the game. I can at least respect a shitty team like the Cavs who try to win (despite failing epically).
I love your enthusiasm, especially as a season ticket holder. This upcoming season is not going to be fun to hold those tickets for unfortunately, but at least finally seeing Noel play will be cool.
Also, that contract Saric signed is so annoying. I have no idea why this guy wouldn't wait until after the draft to make a decision at least. Not looking to play in the NBA with the world's best does not seem like a good signal to me about this guy.
Was suprised my Celtics picked up Smart and are still trying to retain Bradley. Wish we got a legit center but I've heard next year is going to be full of quality centers.
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