2024 NBA Draft Thread

Chuck Everett · Post #2021 » by **Chuck Everett** » Wed May 1, 2024 10:34 am

CoreyVillains wrote:Got to break down film with Jamal Shead recently. One of the most impressive players I’ve gotten to speak with. Knows his strengths and weaknesses. Might not be his first stop but he’s definitely the kind of kid I’d bet on overcoming the height and shooting concerns.

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Needs arc on that jumpshot and to get more comfortable driving to his left. He's gonna carve out a niche though, IMO. Love Shead.

Chuck Everett · Post #2022 » by **Chuck Everett** » Wed May 1, 2024 1:51 pm

Kind of interesting that less players declared, even for what is considered a "weak" draft. NIL is having the desired effect of keeping guys in school longer. If only that improved the actual game play in college overall. We'll see how things go in the seasons to come, if this is the new normal.

ItsDanger · Post #2023 » by **ItsDanger** » Wed May 1, 2024 5:06 pm

Shead doesn't provide much offense, undersized, 4 year college guy. That type doesn't have a good track record at next level.

BigGargamel · Post #2024 » by **BigGargamel** » Thu May 2, 2024 5:27 pm

Chuck Everett wrote:Kind of interesting that less players declared, even for what is considered a "weak" draft. NIL is having the desired effect of keeping guys in school longer. If only that improved the actual game play in college overall. We'll see how things go in the seasons to come, if this is the new normal.

I don't think it's effected the first round guys that much, but for those fringe types, like Wagner or Bradshaw, that usually would have declared anyway just so they could go SOMEWHERE and earn a paycheck, it keeps those guys around for another year or two. Might not see as many UDFA's underclassmen.

Devilanche · Post #2025 » by **Devilanche** » Thu May 2, 2024 10:55 pm

CoreyVillains wrote:Got to break down film with Jamal Shead recently. One of the most impressive players I’ve gotten to speak with. Knows his strengths and weaknesses. Might not be his first stop but he’s definitely the kind of kid I’d bet on overcoming the height and shooting concerns.

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Your website has some interesting articles :wink:

Team specific who do you think OKC should target at 12 and who we could target if we are looking to buy back into the late first or even late second round pick.

shangrila · Post #2026 » by **shangrila** » Fri May 3, 2024 9:01 pm

ItsDanger wrote:Shead doesn't provide much offense, undersized, 4 year college guy. That type doesn't have a good track record at next level.

The measurements will be big for him. If he's actually 6-1 in shoes I think he's fine but if he's closer to 5-11 he might end up undrafted.

That said, offensively he shouldered a much heavier burden scoring wise than he's likely to be asked to do in the NBA so there's a good possibility that his efficiencies improve (and his at-rim numbers are fine as is, it's more the long 2s and 3s that are hurting him). Outside of actually scoring he was 17th in AST:TO ratio this season, which was above guys like Beekman, Proctor and Kolek, so he checks one of the most important boxes as a PG.

Personally I want the Wolves to draft him. He fits the defensive culture they want to/have established to a T and I'm not too worried about the offence, especially since all of our picks redshirt their first 1-2 years so he can develop his shot slowly.

Chuck Everett · Post #2027 » by **Chuck Everett** » Fri May 3, 2024 9:54 pm

shangrila wrote:
ItsDanger wrote:Shead doesn't provide much offense, undersized, 4 year college guy. That type doesn't have a good track record at next level.

The measurements will be big for him. If he's actually 6-1 in shoes I think he's fine but if he's closer to 5-11 he might end up undrafted.

That said, offensively he shouldered a much heavier burden scoring wise than he's likely to be asked to do in the NBA so there's a good possibility that his efficiencies improve (and his at-rim numbers are fine as is, it's more the long 2s and 3s that are hurting him). Outside of actually scoring he was 17th in AST:TO ratio this season, which was above guys like Beekman, Proctor and Kolek, so he checks one of the most important boxes as a PG.

Personally I want the Wolves to draft him. He fits the defensive culture they want to/have established to a T and I'm not too worried about the offence, especially since all of our picks redshirt their first 1-2 years so he can develop his shot slowly.

He's an excellent defensive player and does a lot of his work before the catch. Ex-football player with strength. He's got some FVV to his game (although I am not sure if he will become as good of a three point shooter as Fred). The kid has work ethic though. He was defensive player of the year in the American. Moved to the Big 12 and was DPOY again while winning POY and being a first team All-American. This kid is a winner.

MemphisX · Post #2028 » by **MemphisX** » Fri May 3, 2024 9:57 pm

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Chuck Everett · Post #2029 » by **Chuck Everett** » Fri May 3, 2024 10:56 pm

MemphisX wrote:

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Bronny huh? :roll:

Klutch is shameless. He wasn't even one of the top 200 in college this year (I'm being generous). Please for the love of God, end this farce. Let him go back to school and get better. No accolades, but there he is.

FarBeyondDriven · Post #2030 » by **FarBeyondDriven** » Sat May 4, 2024 1:12 am

MemphisX wrote:

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sucks for the guys not invited like Ndongo. He should have gotten an invite over several of these guys. Oh well, looks like he'll likely need to return to school

Chi town · Post #2031 » by **Chi town** » Sat May 4, 2024 1:49 am

Tristan Da Silva is going to be really good. 6’9 Franz Lite with a much better 3 ball.

Also like Shannon. He has same James Harden in his game. Walking bucket. Plays D and hustles too.

Chi town · Post #2032 » by **Chi town** » Sat May 4, 2024 1:50 am

JustBuzzin wrote:
Catchall wrote:
JustBuzzin wrote:Outsiders who do you think is the best fit for Charlotte if they get the #1 pick?

Sarr probably makes sense as someone who can be a primary player for the Hornets. He's more offensively and defensively versatile than Williams, imo, and he's a better player in general. I'd take a hard look at Risacher, but I don't know if he's really dynamic enough to be a #1 pick. (I liked him when he was slated in the 6 - 8 range).

I don't like the fit of Topic next to Ball.
Yeah I was leaning Sarr as well. Castle is probably my 2nd choice, but I doubt they would take Castle #1 overall.

I like Castle for the Hornets. Tough kid. D. Winner.

JustBuzzin · Post #2033 » by **JustBuzzin** » Sat May 4, 2024 2:00 am

Chi town wrote:Tristan Da Silva is going to be really good. 6’9 Franz Lite with a much better 3 ball.

Also like Shannon. He has same James Harden in his game. Walking bucket. Plays D and hustles too.

How high is Shannon on your board?

Chi town · Post #2034 » by **Chi town** » Sat May 4, 2024 2:05 am

Also think Salaun is basically Jonathan Isaac. Difference maker on D. Offense has a long ways to go. 3 ball has potential.

Chi town · Post #2035 » by **Chi town** » Sat May 4, 2024 2:06 am

JustBuzzin wrote:
Chi town wrote:Tristan Da Silva is going to be really good. 6’9 Franz Lite with a much better 3 ball.

Also like Shannon. He has same James Harden in his game. Walking bucket. Plays D and hustles too.

How high is Shannon on your board?

Don’t have a board. Just a handful of guys I’d draft for my Bulls. I’d take Shannon or TDS at 11 and not blink. Both will play day one.

JustBuzzin · Post #2036 » by **JustBuzzin** » Sat May 4, 2024 2:11 am

Chi town wrote:
JustBuzzin wrote:
Chi town wrote:Tristan Da Silva is going to be really good. 6’9 Franz Lite with a much better 3 ball.

Also like Shannon. He has same James Harden in his game. Walking bucket. Plays D and hustles too.

How high is Shannon on your board?

Don’t have a board. Just a handful of guys I’d draft for my Bulls. I’d take Shannon or TDS at 11 and not blink. Both will play day one.

Yeah I like Da Silva. I think he will be the steal of the draft if he goes mid round to a decent roster he can be a real difference maker. I agree with the Franz lite comparison.

clyde21 · Post #2037 » by **clyde21** » Sat May 4, 2024 2:37 am

Chuck Everett wrote:Bronny huh? Klutch is shameless. He wasn't even one of the top 200 in college this year (I'm being generous). Please for the love of God, end this farce. Let him go back to school and get better. No accolades, but there he is.

i guess it is what it is, Bronny James will attract the casuals

but a lot of better players got snubbed, like Judah Mintz, who was invited to last year's but not this year's for some reason.

ItsDanger · Post #2038 » by **ItsDanger** » Sun May 5, 2024 3:12 am

Pacome Dadiet will probably surprise where he's drafted if he's actually 6'9. See him usually in the 30s on these mock drafts. That's too low for this player prototype.

Chuck Everett · Post #2039 » by **Chuck Everett** » Tue May 7, 2024 2:16 pm

The point of attack defense being played in these playoffs might be making the case that Stephon Castle should be going in the top 3. If the Spurs have a chance to grab him, they really should.

EmpireFalls · Post #2040 » by **EmpireFalls** » Tue May 7, 2024 2:26 pm

ItsDanger wrote:Pacome Dadiet will probably surprise where he's drafted if he's actually 6'9. See him usually in the 30s on these mock drafts. That's too low for this player prototype.

I read some schizo French Twitter account who swore he is better offensively than Risacher. Only seen maybe one game of his so can’t comment either way but I don’t think there’s some huge gap between him and Zacch.