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PostPosted: Sun Oct 18, 2020 6:26 pm    Post subject:

Mike@LG wrote:
Undrafted :

Nate Darling
Immanuel Quickley
Jon Teske
Myles Powell


Darling need to see in the gleague to get a better sense of how he matches up with NBA type athleticism.

Quickley I feel will be drafted

Teske has improved physically but can an NBA training program improve his athleticism. Curious about his measurements.

Powell I have mixed feelings. Like his ability to get to the basket but is not a good shooter.

Others

Tyler Hagedorn
Luke Knapke
Karim Mane - think he will be drafted 2nd.

Should have checked earlier but John Petty returned to school.

Have you watched Tre Jones workout? Shot looks more polished. Not sure if he is actually 6'3".
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PostPosted: Sun Oct 18, 2020 6:36 pm    Post subject:

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Mike@LG wrote:
Undrafted :

Nate Darling
Immanuel Quickley
Jon Teske
Myles Powell


Darling need to see in the gleague to get a better sense of how he matches up with NBA type athleticism.

Quickley I feel will be drafted

Teske has improved physically but can an NBA training program improve his athleticism. Curious about his measurements.

Powell I have mixed feelings. Like his ability to get to the basket but is not a good shooter.

Others

Tyler Hagedorn
Luke Knapke
Karim Mane - think he will be drafted 2nd.

Should have checked earlier but John Petty returned to school.

Have you watched Tre Jones workout? Shot looks more polished. Not sure if he is actually 6'3".


6'1.5" w/o shoes, and this is why I don't trust measurements with shoes. Players wear different shoes, so the heights vary.

If they're drafted, fine. That means other guys go undrafted, like Trevelin Queen, etc.

Duke may have hid Tre Jones' talent a bit. But I know what I saw out of Malachi Flynn. I don't know what else to say except outside of being small, I don't think he should be drafted past 20, esp in this draft. Tre Jones is about the same size as Flynn, but I am curious if Flynn shows up under 6' w/o shoes. Then it may be a problem.
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 21, 2020 4:18 pm    Post subject:

Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 21, 2020 6:52 pm    Post subject:

Udoka Azubuike. Would be nice to have him at the back end of the bench.
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 21, 2020 7:17 pm    Post subject:

Just wondering if Abdoulaye N’Doye could play PG in the league. Would have great mentors in Lebron and Rondo.
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 21, 2020 8:30 pm    Post subject:

Interesting to see Cole Anthony’s stock dropping. Now he’s projected at 20. I wonder if he will fall in the draft and we could steal him at 28?
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 21, 2020 10:12 pm    Post subject:

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Interesting to see Cole Anthony’s stock dropping. Now he’s projected at 20. I wonder if he will fall in the draft and we could steal him at 28?


Knicks and Pistons need a PG. They also need a player who can iso as they lack in this area. Wouldn't be surprised if either selected him.

Just can't see him falling to 28 unless there is off court or injury concerns.

Maybe his workout is uninspiring or he gives bad vibes in interviews.
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PostPosted: Wed Oct 21, 2020 10:53 pm    Post subject:

PlantedTanks wrote:
Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.

I hope he goes ahead of the Lakers pick and pushes other guys down.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 6:18 am    Post subject:

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Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.

I hope he goes ahead of the Lakers pick and pushes other guys down.


If the Lakers go big I would be fine with either Zeke or Spellman. You have convinced me on Spellman's skill set and he is ready to play and fits with AD.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 9:55 am    Post subject:

PlantedTanks wrote:
Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.


I have mixed feelings about Nnaji, but my blindspot is bigs, esp bigs that try to exhibit wing skills.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 9:56 am    Post subject:

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Interesting to see Cole Anthony’s stock dropping. Now he’s projected at 20. I wonder if he will fall in the draft and we could steal him at 28?


I know UNC is bad and I didn't really peer into HS tape. This is where it's more valid.

He played the season injured, had garbage spacing, and had to shoot a ton of contested shots.

Even then I think he's a shoot first PG, which I guess I wouldn't mind.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 9:56 am    Post subject:

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PlantedTanks wrote:
Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.

I hope he goes ahead of the Lakers pick and pushes other guys down.



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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 9:58 am    Post subject:

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Udoka Azubuike. Would be nice to have him at the back end of the bench.


I think he's actually underrated because he's actual NBA size/athleticism anyway, but a typical PnR big that swats/boards and lacks all guard skills.

I'm legit choosing him in the 2nd round or higher because he's actually pretty darn good at drop coverage. If he's a poor man's Andre Drummond, that's actually a steal.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 10:47 am    Post subject:

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PlantedTanks wrote:
Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.


I have mixed feelings about Nnaji, but my blindspot is bigs, esp bigs that try to exhibit wing skills.


I have never understood or liked the use of C's out at the 3pt line unless their skillset (e.g. Jokic-initiator, AD) dictates that be part of their game.

Nnaji is more hybrid PF/C displayed really good touch on his mid-range shots and I felt it would carry to the 3pt line.

He doesn't play a wing game but his shot looks better than most G/F's I have watched.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 10:51 am    Post subject:

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PlantedTanks wrote:
Udoka Azubuike. Would be nice to have him at the back end of the bench.


I think he's actually underrated because he's actual NBA size/athleticism anyway, but a typical PnR big that swats/boards and lacks all guard skills.

I'm legit choosing him in the 2nd round or higher because he's actually pretty darn good at drop coverage. If he's a poor man's Andre Drummond, that's actually a steal.


I was really negative on him but being a Zubac supporter I realized he is at the minimum equal his athleticism while being considerably longer. Also still young.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 10:56 am    Post subject:

PlantedTanks wrote:
Mike@LG wrote:
PlantedTanks wrote:
Zeke Nnaji. My main target at 28 unless someone unexpected falls.



In college showed a post and midrange game. The video shows the 3 ball. Already has strength and grabs rebounds. Not the defensive center that may better match AD but may also serve as his backup. Similar game to the Hawks John Collins.

Best attribute is the effort he gives on both ends of the court. Similar reason why I like Jalen Smith and Precious.


I have mixed feelings about Nnaji, but my blindspot is bigs, esp bigs that try to exhibit wing skills.


I have never understood or liked the use of C's out at the 3pt line unless their skillset (e.g. Jokic-initiator, AD) dictates that be part of their game.

Nnaji is more hybrid PF/C displayed really good touch on his mid-range shots and I felt it would carry to the 3pt line.

He doesn't play a wing game but his shot looks better than most G/F's I have watched.


Hence this is my blind spot. But I'm 100% all for 4s and 5s shooting beyond the 3pt line in DHO situations or spot up situations. Don't need to be an initiator to be effective in that floor position.

Markieff essentially did this for LAL throughout the playoffs and even though he was hot/cold, it paid off BIG TIME, especially with LBJ and AD occupying the painted area.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 10:57 am    Post subject:

PlantedTanks wrote:
Mike@LG wrote:
PlantedTanks wrote:
Udoka Azubuike. Would be nice to have him at the back end of the bench.


I think he's actually underrated because he's actual NBA size/athleticism anyway, but a typical PnR big that swats/boards and lacks all guard skills.

I'm legit choosing him in the 2nd round or higher because he's actually pretty darn good at drop coverage. If he's a poor man's Andre Drummond, that's actually a steal.


I was really negative on him but being a Zubac supporter I realized he is at the minimum equal his athleticism while being considerably longer. Also still young.


I think Azubuike is a better athlete now than Zubac with his NBA training.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 12:17 pm    Post subject:

Mike@LG wrote:
The last Vecenie pod:

LaMelo
Wiseman
Edwards
Okoro
Pat Williams

Okongwu
Haliburton
Killian Hayes
Vassell

Toppin
Saddiq Bey
Deni
Nesmith
Hampton

Kira Lewis Jr
Previous Achuiwa
Jalen Smith
Desmond Bane
Tyrese Maxey

Pokusevski
Malachi Flynn
Xavier Tillman
Jalen McDaniels
Tyrell Terry

Isaiah Stewart
Cole Anthony
Grant riler
Tre Jones (LAL)
Robert Woodard
Josh Green (Would be BPA for LAL imho)

Remaining:

Bolmaro
Mannion
Isaiah Joe
Theo Maledon
Tyler Bey
Udoka Azuibuike
Mason Jones
Reggie Perry
Lamine Diane
Nate Hinton
Zeke Nnaji
Devon Dotson
Paul Reed
Payton Prichard


Like any of the bold plus
Elijah Hughes
Jay Scrubb
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 12:36 pm    Post subject:

If undrafted I hope the Lakers sign Nate Hinton. He is the energizer bunny that never stops on both ends of the court. Like Caruso the type of player who ignites his team with hustle and heart.

I believe he could match up at SF despite his height.


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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 12:40 pm    Post subject:

Mike@LG wrote:
PlantedTanks wrote:
Mike@LG wrote:
PlantedTanks wrote:
Udoka Azubuike. Would be nice to have him at the back end of the bench.


I think he's actually underrated because he's actual NBA size/athleticism anyway, but a typical PnR big that swats/boards and lacks all guard skills.

I'm legit choosing him in the 2nd round or higher because he's actually pretty darn good at drop coverage. If he's a poor man's Andre Drummond, that's actually a steal.


I was really negative on him but being a Zubac supporter I realized he is at the minimum equal his athleticism while being considerably longer. Also still young.


I think Azubuike is a better athlete now than Zubac with his NBA training.


Agree.
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Elijah Hughes
Jay Scrubb


I don't like Syracuse players.

Jay Scrubb can't see the other side of the floor. It's tunnel vision for half the court, on offense.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 1:20 pm    Post subject:

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If undrafted I hope the Lakers sign Nate Hinton. He is the energizer bunny that never stops on both ends of the court. Like Caruso the type of player who ignites his team with hustle and heart.

I believe he could match up at SF despite his height.


I think he gets drafted, unfortunately.
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According to @AdamZagoria #NBADraft SG Immanuel Quickley has now also interviewed twice with #Lakers (#28), #UtahJazz #Jazz (#23), and #Bucks (#24). Has interviewed with every team in the league except for the #TrailBlazers #Blazers.


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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 3:01 pm    Post subject:

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According to @AdamZagoria #NBADraft SG Immanuel Quickley has now also interviewed twice with #Lakers (#28), #UtahJazz #Jazz (#23), and #Bucks (#24). Has interviewed with every team in the league except for the #TrailBlazers #Blazers.


https://mobile.twitter.com/kylecohenNBA/status/1319411014522359814


I like Quickley. I think he's an option if LAL trades down.

Nothing wrong with being thorough about the process, which I definitely appreciate.
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PostPosted: Thu Oct 22, 2020 3:12 pm    Post subject:

Mike, what do you think of abdoulaye ndoye as a prospect?

6’7 w/ a 7’2 ws playing the point position?
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