2020 NBA Draft

[bksballer89]

 

[Shanemansj13]

NBA rumors: Warriors been offered 'interesting packages' to trade down

 

[The Q]

Not surprised he would go #1 but a team would trade up to #1. He is so young still too. I think the best future pros in this draft will not go top 5. Just getting that feeling but this is s fun obe bc of so many unknowns

youth is one of the top factors of NBA draft success

yes, just youth

 

[Shanemansj13]

youth is one of the top factors of NBA draft success

yes, just youth

Sure, would rather take a shot with a 19 year old

 

[Shanemansj13]

Thinking more and more I dont want the Cavs to draft Toppin

Report: Cavs have narrowed down who they'll target at No. 5 to these 2 players

John Hollinger of The Athletic conducted a mock draft of the 2020 NBA draft and indicated that the Cavs have zeroed in on University of Dayton forward Obi Toppin and international prospect Deni Avdija.

cavaliersnation.com

“I’ve heard two names with Cleveland: Obi Toppin and Deni Avdija,” Hollinger wrote. “That’s it. That’s the list. I’m not really sure which way to run with this. Avdija has fans in the front office but I get conflicting thoughts on him from scouts I talk to: Some love him, some think he’s just okay. More people think Toppin is a pretty legit top-5 talent due to his offensive skill, but I’ve been told to keep an eye on his medicals from the combine. (Teams are still parsing through this info.)”

 

[Shanemansj13]

@CitySushi you still wanting the Warriors to draft Deni with the #2 pick? I remember you really liking this kid, just curious if you still think he is a good fit with GS. Do you think he would be a good fit with CLE?

 

[CitySushi]

@CitySushi you still wanting the Warriors to draft Deni with the #2 pick? I remember you really liking this kid, just curious if you still think he is a good fit with GS. Do you think he would be a good fit with CLE?

Not sure about the #2 pick. Ideally I'd like to trade back a few slots to select him. But honestly every one of the top picks fits a need for the Warriors. I think the Cavs at 5 would be a great spot to try to land Deni. He can be a secondary playmaker for a team that really doesn't have many. You guys have a bunch of combo scoring guards, so having a forward who can distribute and handle makes a lot of sense.

 

[tlance]

Not surprising to me at all.

he’s the best combination of stats and scouts by far

By far?

No.

Definitely not a consensus top pick this year.

 

[The Q]

By far?

No.

Definitely not a consensus top pick this year.

the stats don’t love Edwards or wiseman.

the scouts like all 3.

hence combination.

but no one likes this draft becuase there’s no zion or ben Simmons.

 

[The Q]

Not sure about the #2 pick. Ideally I'd like to trade back a few slots to select him. But honestly every one of the top picks fits a need for the Warriors. I think the Cavs at 5 would be a great spot to try to land Deni. He can be a secondary playmaker for a team that really doesn't have many. You guys have a bunch of combo scoring guards, so having a forward who can distribute and handle makes a lot of sense.

chicago is the best spot if someone wants ball.

 

[Shanemansj13]

It doesn't make much sense to look for another lottery pick in a subpar draft class but I guess if you like a guy, ok.

"Sources: The Timberwolves are attempting to acquire a second lottery pick. They’ve had talks with the Hawks for #6. A possible deal could include Jarrett Culver and #17. A number of teams are interested in Atlanta’s #6 pick—the Pelicans and Celtics being among them, sources say."

 

[CitySushi]

It doesn't make much sense to look for another lottery pick in a subpar draft class but I guess if you like a guy, ok.

"Sources: The Timberwolves are attempting to acquire a second lottery pick. They’ve had talks with the Hawks for #6. A possible deal could include Jarrett Culver and #17. A number of teams are interested in Atlanta’s #6 pick—the Pelicans and Celtics being among them, sources say."

The upside to acquiring another player in a weak draft class is that that asking price is likely to be significantly lower. The Wolves don't have their pick next year so it might make sense for them to grab another player this year if they can get them.

 

[Shanemansj13]

The upside to acquiring another player in a weak draft class is that that asking price is likely to be significantly lower. The Wolves don't have their pick next year so it might make sense for them to grab another player this year if they can get them.

Yeah very true but including Culver in a trade would be kinda questionable. Giving up on him already..hmm interesting. He's only 21.

 

[bksballer89]

 

[The Q]

Yeah very true but including Culver in a trade would be kinda questionable. Giving up on him already..hmm interesting. He's only 21.

hes not s great fit with the rest of the roster. But 17 and culver should bet them a really good pick since he’d be a top 10 pick in this years draft

 

[tlance]

the stats don’t love Edwards or wiseman.

the scouts like all 3.

hence combination.

but no one likes this draft becuase there’s no zion or ben Simmons.

I agree with that.

No sure fire thing at the top. No consensus best player.

 

[The Q]

I agree with that.

No sure fire thing at the top. No consensus best player.

This draft reminds me alot of 2016 without Simmons.

Maybe calling it a stronger version of 2013 would be more accurate though.

 

[The Q]

I agree with that.

No sure fire thing at the top. No consensus best player.

Pelton's system has Ball rated up with Townes and other premium #1s, but he also acknowledges that Ball's lack of shooting ability makes him a much bigger risk than other 1-1 type prospects. All of which i think is fair.

I would probably take Ball #1. But he's an awful fit for GS or Minny. And frankly Charlotte should be getting treated like how agents are treating the Kings.

 

[Shanemansj13]

I was all over Toppin for months now...I dont like him for the Cavs 1st option tbh.

I like Isaac Okoro. They need defense, plain and simple. Can Toppin be a good defender in the NBA...sure but Okoro can be an elite defender and can finish at the rim. I really could care less if he cannot shoot at this point. The Cavs have shooters

 

[Shanemansj13]

Pelton's system has Ball rated up with Townes and other premium #1s, but he also acknowledges that Ball's lack of shooting ability makes him a much bigger risk than other 1-1 type prospects. All of which i think is fair.

I would probably take Ball #1. But he's an awful fit for GS or Minny. And frankly Charlotte should be getting treated like how agents are treating the Kings.

He seems kinda slow for a guard at this point. His first step is average. Young, talented, great finisher with both hands. A lot to like