Following potential 2014 draftees

[The Midnight]

So only 10'ish games into the season, where do we see the GSW falling?

Just trying to mix up the conversation a bit from; jabari wiggins jabari wiggins jabari wiggins defense offense jabari wiggins jabari wiggins

I've been saying this in the "Curry got injured thread" that I think GSW will finish 7th in the West in this sort of order:

OKC
Spurs
Clippers
Memphis
HOU
POR
GSW
DAL

I really do think POR means business this year. They seems to have all the stars that they need to contend (legit All Stars in Aldridge and a potential perennial All Stars in Lillard). They've got McCollum at the 2. They have Robin Lopez anchoring the Center position, sliding Aldridge to his natural position at the PF.

While they've "tanked" to get players the previous 2-3 seasons, I think Paul Allen has decided they've got enough talent to shoot for the playoffs and I think they'll surprise some teams this year.

 

[spycam1]

These highlights from the other night are in the tank thread, but I thought they should be here too.

Andrew Wiggins:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OH5YX6w5sRs

Jabari Parker:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wngFHxyym8I

Julius Randle:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdsY62qaCoA

 

[NCJazz]

I've been saying this in the "Curry got injured thread" that I think GSW will finish 7th in the West in this sort of order:

OKC
Spurs
Clippers
Memphis
HOU
POR
GSW
DAL

I really do think POR means business this year. They seems to have all the stars that they need to contend (legit All Stars in Aldridge and a potential perennial All Stars in Lillard). They've got McCollum at the 2. They have Robin Lopez anchoring the Center position, sliding Aldridge to his natural position at the PF.

While they've "tanked" to get players the previous 2-3 seasons, I think Paul Allen has decided they've got enough talent to shoot for the playoffs and I think they'll surprise some teams this year.

memphis better pick it up. Looks like a lottery team right now.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Now I've never seen Dante Exum play, not even a highlight or anything, but everything about his size and description of his game makes him seem like a slightly more advanced Alec Burks. For the people that have seen him play, is that a fair assessment?

I don't like the comp at all. Exum is a high BBIQ, heady player. He's just better.

I've been saying Gary Harris could be an Eric Gordon player for us since we got the GSW pick. I can see him starting at the 2, and be that quick guard who can handle the ball and is a reliable 3pt shooter for us.

Was interesting in the UK game. When Aaron Harrison was guarding Gary Harris, Harris lit up the scoreboard... but when Young was put on him, he was shut down completely.
I think it says a lot about Harrison's and Young's defense... as well as how Harris may do in the NBA against longer/better defenders.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Now I've never seen Dante Exum play, not even a highlight or anything, but everything about his size and description of his game makes him seem like a slightly more advanced Alec Burks. For the people that have seen him play, is that a fair assessment?

I don't like the comp at all. Exum is a high BBIQ, heady player. He's just better.

I've been saying Gary Harris could be an Eric Gordon player for us since we got the GSW pick. I can see him starting at the 2, and be that quick guard who can handle the ball and is a reliable 3pt shooter for us.

Was interesting in the UK game. When Aaron Harrison was guarding Gary Harris, Harris lit up the scoreboard... but when Young was put on him, he was shut down completely.
I think it says a lot about Harrison's and Young's defense... as well as how Harris may do in the NBA against longer/better defenders.

 

[Hantlers]

Thanks P, I was obviously just going off of size/stats.

Cause honestly, the last thing I want is another Burks.

 

[Dr. Jones]

Thanks P, I was obviously just going off of size/stats.

Cause honestly, the last thing I want is another Burks.

Those that say he would go #1 if playing in the U.S. are wrong tho, imo. I think he's solid at 4/5.. but not top 3.

 

[spycam1]

Those that say he would go #1 if playing in the U.S. are wrong tho, imo. I think he's solid at 4/5.. but not top 3.

Is there a common comparison scouts are making with him? I know you hate them, but I feel like I don't have a clear grasp on the guy.

 

[The Midnight]

memphis better pick it up. Looks like a lottery team right now.

I think they'll be OK. They've got a new coach so there will be an adjustment period there.

 

[cowhide]

Lol


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What is so funny? Does your crystal ball say it is a certain fact GS makes the playoffs? I know it is early and there is a 90 percent chance GS makes the playoffs but didn't one year Denver miss the playoffs even though they won 50 games? Everyone is saying they are a lock to be a top seed or make the playoffs but I am not buying it as a sure thing.

 

[cowhide]

memphis better pick it up. Looks like a lottery team right now.

Things will short out by the end of December -Jan. I still think Memphis will make the playoffs and I think Minnesota will continue to surprise as long as they stay healthy which they haven't been able to do. I know the Lakers suck but I never count them out. If Kobe is 80 percent he will make a big difference. Right now they haven't played themselves out of contention even though they are 4-5.

 

[cowhide]

It would be so nice to have Sac towns draft pick... We should offer to take Jimmer for their draft pick... as dumb as their organization is, they might do it. Only problem is that if we took on Jimmer, even for their unprotected first rounder, some posters on Jazzfanz would be pissed haha

Why would Sactown do this? Jimmer is not in their future plans and will be a FA next year. He has a cheap contract and isn't complaining. THere is no way they are going to throw away a top 10 pick (top 5). The Jazz would have to give up the GS 2017 pick Burks and some financial incentive or another promising player (Gobert) and that isn't enough.