Following potential 2015 draftees

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Interesting projection of prospects' 3p shooting in the NBA:

https://nyloncalculus.com/2015/05/25/projecting-draft-prospects-three-point-percentages/

Kaminsky doesn't project as a great 3p shooter for some reason.

 

[RandyForRubio]

Frank dominated two of the best post defenders in the draft, including the one that people think will go top 10 because of his defensive ability and they question whether his offense will translate to the NBA? Cmon...

 

[Cappy_Smurf]

I also think Locke has more access and knows more than anyone on this board save pkm and cy.

I'd say there are at least a dozen people on this board who understand the game better than Locke. There are guys who haven't been around for a while like Kenwood and Billy Shelby that understand things with the CBA that Locke is clueless about. Just wait until the next article he writes on the offseason, where he exposes himself pretty badly. Like I said, Locke understands numbers and how certain patterns might affect things, but his overall knowledge of the game is limited. Of course, you have to have a good understanding of the game yourself to be able to pick up on that, so I understand why some people disagree.
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I do find it pretty humorous that Locke admits he hates the college game and doesn't watch it, and yet some people still believe he's the authority on all things b-ball. Looking at data can help you assess players, but I don't know how anyone can put too much faith in someone who doesn't watch the players.

 

[Doublea]

Frank dominated two of the best post defenders in the draft, including the one that people think will go top 10 because of his defensive ability and they question whether his offense will translate to the NBA? Cmon...

and those best post defenders were what 19 years old? Just because Kaminsky did well in college against players that had a huge age difference doesn't mean he's going to translate in the NBA. We've seen players that were great college players and then not work out in the NBA.

 

[RandyForRubio]

and those best post defenders were what 19 years old? Just because Kaminsky did well in college against players that had a huge age difference doesn't mean he's going to translate in the NBA. We've seen players that were great college players and then not work out in the NBA.

The better defender, Trill, is 4 months younger than Kaminsky. Care to try again?

 

[Deleted member 848]

I don't think u can judge McDermott's first year really. Injury really set him back

Not only that-- Thibs is weird with some of his younger players. Doesn't play Snell-- but plays Jimmy 40mpg


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[Deleted member 848]

I just want Frank Cuz it would be awesome to have him on the Jazz. I'd probably even grab his jersey.

Also, Frank/Gobert lineups would be freaking awesome.


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[Doublea]

The better defender, Trill, is 4 months younger than Kaminsky. Care to try again?

I would be pretty afraid of taking WCS too because of his age.

 

[Carbon13]

I'd say there are at least a dozen people on this board who understand the game better than Locke. There are guys who haven't been around for a while like Kenwood and Billy Shelby that understand things with the CBA that Locke is clueless about. Just wait until the next article he writes on the offseason, where he exposes himself pretty badly. Like I said, Locke understands numbers and how certain patterns might affect things, but his overall knowledge of the game is limited. Of course, you have to have a good understanding of the game yourself to be able to pick up on that, so I understand why some people disagree.
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I do find it pretty humorous that Locke admits he hates the college game and doesn't watch it, and yet some people still believe he's the authority on all things b-ball. Looking at data can help you assess players, but I don't know how anyone can put too much faith in someone who doesn't watch the players.

Im sure there are other knowledgeable people. Maybe i havent noticed them. To that i apologize. Thanks for the veiled insult about my basketball knowledge. Lol

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

Anyways, whats the consensus around here on the black John Turturro - Cameron Payne??

I think he's a better prospect than Trey, for sure his feel for the game is superior. his shooting mechanics are the closest you will find to Steph's in this draft, super quick release. I got a chance to see his last few full games because I follow this type of ****, and was very impressed with the way he interprets the defense, definite starter potential IMO, I'd take him over Tyus Jones or Jerian Grant.

I like him just just can't have another pg project right now. I like him more than grant and jones... But I really don't like those guys.

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

I'd say there are at least a dozen people on this board who understand the game better than Locke. There are guys who haven't been around for a while like Kenwood and Billy Shelby that understand things with the CBA that Locke is clueless about. Just wait until the next article he writes on the offseason, where he exposes himself pretty badly. Like I said, Locke understands numbers and how certain patterns might affect things, but his overall knowledge of the game is limited. Of course, you have to have a good understanding of the game yourself to be able to pick up on that, so I understand why some people disagree.
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I do find it pretty humorous that Locke admits he hates the college game and doesn't watch it, and yet some people still believe he's the authority on all things b-ball. Looking at data can help you assess players, but I don't know how anyone can put too much faith in someone who doesn't watch the players.

I like Locke, but I've seen him shoot a jump shot. Guy has not played much basketball in his life. He's passionate and he's gotten some calls right. His reasons for not liking frank smack of following one rule and ignoring all other data and that's why I think its short sighted. Analytics models that account for age all like Frank.

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

I like Locke, but I've seen him shoot a jump shot. Guy has not played much basketball in his life. He's passionate and he's gotten some calls right. His reasons for not liking frank smack of following one rule and ignoring all other data and that's why I think its short sighted. Analytics models that account for age all like Frank.

Started one thought and digressed a bit... I don't know if you can have a complete understanding of basketball unless you've played a bit.