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Who should we pick at #5?

Who should we pick at #5?

  • Khaman Maluach

  • Tre Johnson

  • Kon Knuepel

  • Derik Queen

  • Jeremiah Fears

  • Kasparas Jakucionis

  • Collin Murray-Boyles

  • Others

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Basketball Novice said:
I'm still trying to figure out VJ somewhat but here is my take.

Tre Johnson:
Elite Shooting (Both midrange 2s and 3s)
High 3 point volume
Great Shooter both on ball and offball, both catch and shoot as well as off the dribble. Great percentages all around (jumper wise)
rarely got downhill, rarely drew free throws
potentially an ok defender but not good right now.
Occasionally was tunnel visioned but also showed some great flashes of passing as well
Did not turn the ball over much, good AST/TO ratio
decent ball handler

VJ Edgecombe:
Elite Athleticism (common sentiment I have heard is that its only half a step down from Thompson Twin athleticism)
Good at catch and shoot 3s
Decent driving downhill but a little wanting for how athletic he is
shaky ballhandling
Great in transition
Great defensive playmaker
High Motor

In general, Tre feels a bit more actualized in what he is going to be while I still see massive room for growth for VJ (who is already quite a good player).
If VJ could harness his athleticism a bit more on offense, we could be looking at an amazing 2 way guard who contributes in all aspects.
And Tre has his own sky high potential to be one of the best shooters in the nba.
Also have heard great things about the character and work ethic of both players from guys like Sam Vecenie and Givony

I quite like both of them.
If anybody thinks I have missed something or got something wrong, feel free to correct.
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thanks mate, i don't get to see much college ball
 
Bodhi said:
Here we are again.

And before Tay rises from the ashes and starts his domination SZN.
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JZ listens to Jackpotting Around… I’m only kind of kidding.
 
In terms of fit, I think Murray Boyles would be really intriguing because what we need help the most is defense and his defensive impact/versatility could be just what the doctor's ordered.

And his rim finishing/roll-man action would also make him the perfect pairing for Collier/Key.

It sucks that we missed out on the ultimate price, but Boyles isn't that bad of a consolation price for providing about 70%-80% of what Cooper would provide with the exception of outside shooting/playmaking.

View: https://youtu.be/UETTGS9yTRw?si=mhdtuBr06vJue03Z
 
So it'll be between Ace, Tre and VJ. Things could be worse. The thing that I actually do want though is more picks- some of these guys deeper in the draft are gonna make good. There's talent throughout the first round and some might spill into the second. I could appreciate a trade that nets us more picks in 2025 that fall after the 5th.
 
If you're drafting Ace Bailey in the top 5, it's because you believe he's a bonafide shot taker and shot maker, and that he can fit into a team concept smoothly.

Outside of shooting, there is a reasonable chance that Noa Essengue will turn out to be a better overall player than Ace Bailey. Noa's size, fluidity running the floor, ability to get downhill, ability to finish at the rim and make defensive plays all compare well vs. Ace.
 
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Ferguson_Mellochill said:
If you're drafting Ace Bailey in the top 5, it's because you believe he's a bonafide shot taker and shot maker, and that he can fit into a team concept smoothly.

Outside of shooting, there is a reasonable chance that Noa Essengue will turn out to be a better overall player than Ace Bailey. Noa's size, fluidity running the floor, ability to get downhill, finish at the rim, and make defensive plays all compare well vs. Ace.
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He’s a tantalising prospect..
 
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