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2023 NBA Draft Megathread

Jingled said:
This is the type of draft that really could lead to us being worse next season and losing more games, like Locke has discussed. Those guys are all going to need a lot of development.
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I think Black would help… might only play 15-20 minutes though. Doubt GG will play that much… Sidy gets 10-15minutes. IDK if it will be that bad.
 
Saint Cy of JFC said:
I mean that's going to be the case for any trio of rookies we draft if we want that (as in playing them a good amount of minutes) unless we luck out and get a Donovan Mitchell type who is ready right away from out of nowhere.
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Nah… rookies don’t have to murder your team and they don’t have to be AS quality year one either. Lots of rookies played roles this year and helped teams. If they suck bad they won’t play… we may end up worse but it won’t be by much.
 
Handlogten's Heros said:
I think Black would help… might only play 15-20 minutes though. Doubt GG will play that much… Sidy gets 10-15minutes. IDK if it will be that bad.
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This is probably true. I could see a scenario where we don't really do much this offseason in terms of free agency or trades and use next year as a development year for the 3 rookies and just let them play a ton, but I think it's unlikely. I think Ainge is going to want to start spending some of those draft assets and cap space...like he said during the end of season press conference...shopping spree!
 
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I’ve been a skeptic of Black’s PG skills, especially in the half court. I feel like he’s been put into that Lonzo/Giddey archetype, but those guys are elite passers regardless of size. whereas Black might struggle to create offense and playmake at an above average level. Some are more bullish….I still have these concerns. I fear he gets caught in the dilemma where he’s not good enough off the ball due to his shooting, but also not quite effective enough with the ball in his hands.

Having said that….I think Will Hardy is the right man to trust with Black’s development and push him towards his higher outcomes. Anyone and everybody who played PG for us played well this season. I don’t think it’s totally necessary to grab a PG, but I’m intrigued by the thought of giving Hardy a PG with good tools like Black.

If we don’t take Black at #9, I still think Bailey is a reasonable option at #28. I found these two article’s interesting:

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What we thought then and what we think now: Amari Bailey

We explore how Amari Bailey, a former five-star prospect out of high school, has seen his NBA draft stock evolve after a season at UCLA.
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What we thought then and what we think now: Anthony Black

Anthony Black is heading to the NBA Draft and a likely spot in the lottery. How did his season at Arkansas impact his draft status?
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As you can see, a lot of similar strengths and weaknesses there. You like the ability to attack the basket, defense, and size if they can play PG. But the shooting is a question mark, as is the ability to play PG in both cases. I’d also like to note that both had their mentality/competitive spirit applauded. While I think the “he gets in the gym at 4am” stuff is kinda mumbo jumbo….you do see their competitiveness when they step on the court and that’s what really matters.

The author is more bullish on Black’s PG skills than myself and also questions Bailey on his PG skill (fair). I’d agree that Black is further along and has a lot more size. He is the better prospect. But if you’re willing to make a bet that Hardy can develop a good PG and help develop those skills (THT/Sexton anyone?), Bailey is also a good one to bet on. I like throwing Black or Bailey into the mix as they are both more defensive/offensive connector focused.
 
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ONE LOVE said:
Yes, I’m the only one driving that bus though.. or a van.. or probably more like a moped at this point.

He’s gotten no traction around here yet basically.
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He got talked about a lot about 250 pages ago.

I liked him a lot until I watched 2 complete games of him and honestly was really underwhelmed. I’d still love to be convinced but he’d need a great combine/workouts.

Have you watched him in a full game setting?
 
Bodhi said:
He got talked about a lot about 250 pages ago.

I liked him a lot until I watched 2 complete games of him and honestly was really underwhelmed. I’d still love to be convinced but he’d need a great combine/workouts.

Have you watched him in a full game setting?
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Not yet, what’s a good game to watch?
 
What was the logic behind Kris Dunn being picked before Jamaal Murray?

Anyone remember?

One was in G League .. one is starring in the playoffs…
 
Handlogten's Heros said:
Nah… rookies don’t have to murder your team and they don’t have to be AS quality year one either. Lots of rookies played roles this year and helped teams. If they suck bad they won’t play… we may end up worse but it won’t be by much.
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3 rookies definitely will murder your team. The Jazz also don't have Conley for any games.
 
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