BRIGGS wrote:

EnySpree wrote:

reub wrote:

EnySpree wrote:Wendell is having a nightmare game so far.... let's chill with the hype for a sec.

Wendell was in foul trouble the whole game, which held down his production. Hopefully this will hurt his draft placement and enable us to draft him. He does everything well and projects as an Al Horford type of player. Mikal looks like a role player.

Mikal was looking like the best player in the draft up until today so save it. Wendell had a nightmare game... foul trouble and fouling out in a losing effort is a nightmare game. Don't sugar coat it cuz you like one guy over the other.

I like mikal bridges and I won't cry if we take him-- however name an nba player who is really good thT does not have a dribble drive game? Without a dribble drive your more likely to be a role player. Could be a real good one but I think that's what ge may be.

Bridges has shown flashes of a dribble-drive game this year. Not all of the time, but you see it once in awhile.

EnySpree wrote:

reub wrote:

BRIGGS wrote:

EnySpree wrote:

reub wrote:

EnySpree wrote:Wendell is having a nightmare game so far.... let's chill with the hype for a sec.

Wendell was in foul trouble the whole game, which held down his production. Hopefully this will hurt his draft placement and enable us to draft him. He does everything well and projects as an Al Horford type of player. Mikal looks like a role player.

Mikal was looking like the best player in the draft up until today so save it. Wendell had a nightmare game... foul trouble and fouling out in a losing effort is a nightmare game. Don't sugar coat it cuz you like one guy over the other.

I like mikal bridges and I won't cry if we take him-- however name an nba player who is really good thT does not have a dribble drive game? Without a dribble drive your more likely to be a role player. Could be a real good one but I think that's what ge may be.

Plus Mikal is 3 years older than Trae or Wendell. Just thinking about upside I'd pick the younger, more multi-faceted players.

It doesn't matter what you think... we're still picking 9th! Trae and Wendell will be gone before we pick

Thanks for sharing your crystal ball with the rest of us!

LivingLegend wrote:- Carter -- is NOT a natural 3 point shooter regardless of any % he shoots, his best post move is a weak left-handed jump hook -- his fit in todays nba game is questionable (I would say M-Turner is solid compare but Turner a more natural shooter)
- Mykal Bridges --- reminds me of poor mans Rashad Lewis (not same type of scorer) but he is somewhat robotic to me, struggles to take college players off the dribble and often has to resort to turn around due to that inability to get by the defender. His strength as a older prospect worries me in terms of upside --- someone mentioned Kent Bazemore and that may be a better compare.
- Trae Young -- I'm just MEH on him -- don't like the thought of him defensively...covering for him and becoming strictly an offensive team because he won't/can't defend at NBA level
- SGA I was in love with but watching some more --- worry about his ability to take NBA players off the bounce without help of a screen (Frank's issue) -- plus SGA shot very suspect on perimeter and wondering if his D is being over-hyped (don't think he is Frank level defender either)
- Sexton -- love the heart and attacking mentality and he CAN finish unlike (Mudiay) -- his shot is ok and will improve -- don't think strength/explosion or size are real issues. Is he a true PG -- maybe not perfect but yeah I think with his intangibles he will be ok.
- Miles Bridges -- positional ?s -- but explosive athlete ---- NBA elite level athlete --- great charisma --- I think Knicks brass may target him as a SF/PF. I think his scoring may have been suppressed by Izzo and the team around him (everyone looking for their shots from PG/SG/C) --- may have most upside.

I can't argue that Mykal would fit nicely with our roster but I think his upside is much lower than Sexton or Miles B -- maybe even SGA.

I think it may come down to Miles or Sexton.

This is a great rundown. Thanks! The more I think about Miles the more I like him. He's similar to Jayson Tatum, isn't he? Probably the best natural scorer and athlete in the bunch. Plus he'll produce from day one. He seems to have no faults on offense. How is his ability to defend?

LivingLegend wrote:- Carter -- is NOT a natural 3 point shooter regardless of any % he shoots, his best post move is a weak left-handed jump hook -- his fit in todays nba game is questionable (I would say M-Turner is solid compare but Turner a more natural shooter)
- Mykal Bridges --- reminds me of poor mans Rashad Lewis (not same type of scorer) but he is somewhat robotic to me, struggles to take college players off the dribble and often has to resort to turn around due to that inability to get by the defender. His strength as a older prospect worries me in terms of upside --- someone mentioned Kent Bazemore and that may be a better compare.
- Trae Young -- I'm just MEH on him -- don't like the thought of him defensively...covering for him and becoming strictly an offensive team because he won't/can't defend at NBA level
- SGA I was in love with but watching some more --- worry about his ability to take NBA players off the bounce without help of a screen (Frank's issue) -- plus SGA shot very suspect on perimeter and wondering if his D is being over-hyped (don't think he is Frank level defender either)
- Sexton -- love the heart and attacking mentality and he CAN finish unlike (Mudiay) -- his shot is ok and will improve -- don't think strength/explosion or size are real issues. Is he a true PG -- maybe not perfect but yeah I think with his intangibles he will be ok.
- Miles Bridges -- positional ?s -- but explosive athlete ---- NBA elite level athlete --- great charisma --- I think Knicks brass may target him as a SF/PF. I think his scoring may have been suppressed by Izzo and the team around him (everyone looking for their shots from PG/SG/C) --- may have most upside.

I can't argue that Mykal would fit nicely with our roster but I think his upside is much lower than Sexton or Miles B -- maybe even SGA.

I think it may come down to Miles or Sexton.

I like Mikal because of a roster fit. We get him, put Frank at the 2 with Porzingis as the rim protector you have the makings of a sick defensive team.

Jmpasq wrote:

LivingLegend wrote:- Carter -- is NOT a natural 3 point shooter regardless of any % he shoots, his best post move is a weak left-handed jump hook -- his fit in todays nba game is questionable (I would say M-Turner is solid compare but Turner a more natural shooter)
- Mykal Bridges --- reminds me of poor mans Rashad Lewis (not same type of scorer) but he is somewhat robotic to me, struggles to take college players off the dribble and often has to resort to turn around due to that inability to get by the defender. His strength as a older prospect worries me in terms of upside --- someone mentioned Kent Bazemore and that may be a better compare.
- Trae Young -- I'm just MEH on him -- don't like the thought of him defensively...covering for him and becoming strictly an offensive team because he won't/can't defend at NBA level
- SGA I was in love with but watching some more --- worry about his ability to take NBA players off the bounce without help of a screen (Frank's issue) -- plus SGA shot very suspect on perimeter and wondering if his D is being over-hyped (don't think he is Frank level defender either)
- Sexton -- love the heart and attacking mentality and he CAN finish unlike (Mudiay) -- his shot is ok and will improve -- don't think strength/explosion or size are real issues. Is he a true PG -- maybe not perfect but yeah I think with his intangibles he will be ok.
- Miles Bridges -- positional ?s -- but explosive athlete ---- NBA elite level athlete --- great charisma --- I think Knicks brass may target him as a SF/PF. I think his scoring may have been suppressed by Izzo and the team around him (everyone looking for their shots from PG/SG/C) --- may have most upside.

I can't argue that Mykal would fit nicely with our roster but I think his upside is much lower than Sexton or Miles B -- maybe even SGA.

I think it may come down to Miles or Sexton.

I like Mikal because of a roster fit. We get him, put Frank at the 2 with Porzingis as the rim protector you have the makings of a sick defensive team.

If Burke is the real deal it makes Mikal even better. You get a guy who can get his shot off vs. and create. You cover his defensive weakness with Mikal/Frank/KP's length and have options at the 5.

This FO has worked hard to develop guys. If Burke pops its a real testament.

fishmike wrote:

Jmpasq wrote:

LivingLegend wrote:- Carter -- is NOT a natural 3 point shooter regardless of any % he shoots, his best post move is a weak left-handed jump hook -- his fit in todays nba game is questionable (I would say M-Turner is solid compare but Turner a more natural shooter)
- Mykal Bridges --- reminds me of poor mans Rashad Lewis (not same type of scorer) but he is somewhat robotic to me, struggles to take college players off the dribble and often has to resort to turn around due to that inability to get by the defender. His strength as a older prospect worries me in terms of upside --- someone mentioned Kent Bazemore and that may be a better compare.
- Trae Young -- I'm just MEH on him -- don't like the thought of him defensively...covering for him and becoming strictly an offensive team because he won't/can't defend at NBA level
- SGA I was in love with but watching some more --- worry about his ability to take NBA players off the bounce without help of a screen (Frank's issue) -- plus SGA shot very suspect on perimeter and wondering if his D is being over-hyped (don't think he is Frank level defender either)
- Sexton -- love the heart and attacking mentality and he CAN finish unlike (Mudiay) -- his shot is ok and will improve -- don't think strength/explosion or size are real issues. Is he a true PG -- maybe not perfect but yeah I think with his intangibles he will be ok.
- Miles Bridges -- positional ?s -- but explosive athlete ---- NBA elite level athlete --- great charisma --- I think Knicks brass may target him as a SF/PF. I think his scoring may have been suppressed by Izzo and the team around him (everyone looking for their shots from PG/SG/C) --- may have most upside.

I can't argue that Mykal would fit nicely with our roster but I think his upside is much lower than Sexton or Miles B -- maybe even SGA.

I think it may come down to Miles or Sexton.

I like Mikal because of a roster fit. We get him, put Frank at the 2 with Porzingis as the rim protector you have the makings of a sick defensive team.

Noah at the 5.... your dream come true!

If Burke is the real deal it makes Mikal even better. You get a guy who can get his shot off vs. and create. You cover his defensive weakness with Mikal/Frank/KP's length and have options at the 5.

This FO has worked hard to develop guys. If Burke pops its a real testament.

BRIGGS wrote:Im out on both bridges Brooklyn and GW--or miles and mikal.

Even looking at SAG for the last hour--just think theyre better players longer term. Sexton Knox Carter Sag. I think we already have Tim Hardaway as a spot up shooter. I dont see how Bridges will sit him down?

Knox can handle coast to coast and has a more diverse game
Sexton is a more diverse offensive player
SAG is kind of like Frank--but hes a 6`6 PG who does more things than the Bridges in a league that dominated by bigger players who make plays w the dribble

There’s no yield in having a diverse offensive game, if most facets remain inefficient.
Knox cannot dribble the ball, except in space, and has average burst. I’m not sure he can guard either forward position in the nba. Average iq and motor.

Sexton I think cant be more than a backup on a serious playoff team. Doesn’t think the game at a particularly high level. Can’t shoot or pass it a high level.

Agree that Miles is low on my board.

SGA - where is the upside on offense? Is there a long term starting fit with our team?

BRIGGS wrote:

fishmike wrote:

Jmpasq wrote:

LivingLegend wrote:- Carter -- is NOT a natural 3 point shooter regardless of any % he shoots, his best post move is a weak left-handed jump hook -- his fit in todays nba game is questionable (I would say M-Turner is solid compare but Turner a more natural shooter)
- Mykal Bridges --- reminds me of poor mans Rashad Lewis (not same type of scorer) but he is somewhat robotic to me, struggles to take college players off the dribble and often has to resort to turn around due to that inability to get by the defender. His strength as a older prospect worries me in terms of upside --- someone mentioned Kent Bazemore and that may be a better compare.
- Trae Young -- I'm just MEH on him -- don't like the thought of him defensively...covering for him and becoming strictly an offensive team because he won't/can't defend at NBA level
- SGA I was in love with but watching some more --- worry about his ability to take NBA players off the bounce without help of a screen (Frank's issue) -- plus SGA shot very suspect on perimeter and wondering if his D is being over-hyped (don't think he is Frank level defender either)
- Sexton -- love the heart and attacking mentality and he CAN finish unlike (Mudiay) -- his shot is ok and will improve -- don't think strength/explosion or size are real issues. Is he a true PG -- maybe not perfect but yeah I think with his intangibles he will be ok.
- Miles Bridges -- positional ?s -- but explosive athlete ---- NBA elite level athlete --- great charisma --- I think Knicks brass may target him as a SF/PF. I think his scoring may have been suppressed by Izzo and the team around him (everyone looking for their shots from PG/SG/C) --- may have most upside.

I can't argue that Mykal would fit nicely with our roster but I think his upside is much lower than Sexton or Miles B -- maybe even SGA.

I think it may come down to Miles or Sexton.

I like Mikal because of a roster fit. We get him, put Frank at the 2 with Porzingis as the rim protector you have the makings of a sick defensive team.

Noah at the 5.... your dream come true!

If Burke is the real deal it makes Mikal even better. You get a guy who can get his shot off vs. and create. You cover his defensive weakness with Mikal/Frank/KP's length and have options at the 5.

This FO has worked hard to develop guys. If Burke pops its a real testament.

Mikal Bridges will be somewhat exposed in the NBA. Kevin Knox as a SF is a better choice. He has a higher ceiling. Look at Knox numbers vs Bridges in yr 1. By his third year Knox would dominate college basketball.

I just want to stay away from small guys and ISO scorers that dont defend.

reub wrote:

LivingLegend wrote:- Carter -- is NOT a natural 3 point shooter regardless of any % he shoots, his best post move is a weak left-handed jump hook -- his fit in todays nba game is questionable (I would say M-Turner is solid compare but Turner a more natural shooter)
- Mykal Bridges --- reminds me of poor mans Rashad Lewis (not same type of scorer) but he is somewhat robotic to me, struggles to take college players off the dribble and often has to resort to turn around due to that inability to get by the defender. His strength as a older prospect worries me in terms of upside --- someone mentioned Kent Bazemore and that may be a better compare.
- Trae Young -- I'm just MEH on him -- don't like the thought of him defensively...covering for him and becoming strictly an offensive team because he won't/can't defend at NBA level
- SGA I was in love with but watching some more --- worry about his ability to take NBA players off the bounce without help of a screen (Frank's issue) -- plus SGA shot very suspect on perimeter and wondering if his D is being over-hyped (don't think he is Frank level defender either)
- Sexton -- love the heart and attacking mentality and he CAN finish unlike (Mudiay) -- his shot is ok and will improve -- don't think strength/explosion or size are real issues. Is he a true PG -- maybe not perfect but yeah I think with his intangibles he will be ok.
- Miles Bridges -- positional ?s -- but explosive athlete ---- NBA elite level athlete --- great charisma --- I think Knicks brass may target him as a SF/PF. I think his scoring may have been suppressed by Izzo and the team around him (everyone looking for their shots from PG/SG/C) --- may have most upside.

I can't argue that Mykal would fit nicely with our roster but I think his upside is much lower than Sexton or Miles B -- maybe even SGA.

I think it may come down to Miles or Sexton.

This is a great rundown. Thanks! The more I think about Miles the more I like him. He's similar to Jayson Tatum, isn't he? Probably the best natural scorer and athlete in the bunch. Plus he'll produce from day one. He seems to have no faults on offense. How is his ability to defend?

One thing that makes me lean a bit towards Miles is the physicality. If KP, Frank and Burke are our players of the future we need somebody with some thump to them. Also his on court energy and agression is very appealing. Got a lot of soft spoken guys and if we’re not gonna wind up with KOQ we need to have somebody barking in the garden.