Game6Conley
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Shai Gilgeous Alexander is fantastic tho, he's shooting like 85% from the stripe too... really passes the PG eye test with flying colors every game..
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Game6Conley
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Ty Jerome Sophomore Guard on Virginia is coming along nicely. He's gonna get NBA looks for sure.
6'5" with legit combo skills, he's got very good IQ anticipating steals in passing lanes and has defensive potential, he's clutch too and plays with great presence of mind. I think the Jazz will like him.
They have 5 nice NBA prospects. This is easily my favorite UVA squad ever.
6'5" with legit combo skills, he's got very good IQ anticipating steals in passing lanes and has defensive potential, he's clutch too and plays with great presence of mind. I think the Jazz will like him.
They have 5 nice NBA prospects. This is easily my favorite UVA squad ever.
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Game6Conley
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"NBA Range" is a common label that gets overstated when projecting forward, it's a bit more complicated than just looking at some stats.... Anyways THIS is NBA range, the new gold standard for freshman....
Seeing what Miles Bridges is doing and what he did as a freshman, I think he has to be up there next to Sexton in the draft order. I wish he were an inch or two taller, but he's developing as a physical inside/outside scorer not too far behind a young Carmelo Anthony. His 3-pt percentage is up to 39% on 5 attempts per game. The wingspan is middling, but still comparable to Hayward's, and he's such a powerful athlete that I think he can guard either forward position.
I think he'd play either forward spot like a rich man's Jae Crowder or more athletic Harrison Barnes. Not sure if anyone remembers what Caron Butler was like, but that might be another comp for him, a 20-pt scorer in the league before injuries slowed him down.
Game6Conley
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Yeesh. Mamadi Diakate who comes off the bench for UVA is definitely an NBA prospect and he's Clint Capela / Serge Ibaka levels of bounce...
He just had such a sick block.. He's got true lift, exerts tons of force on the ground in a split second..
Serge Ibaka, I remember when DX used to treat him like a 2nd rd pick and I wanted him and Brook Lopez really bad on the Knicks. This kid kinda reminds me of Serge...
He just had such a sick block.. He's got true lift, exerts tons of force on the ground in a split second..
Serge Ibaka, I remember when DX used to treat him like a 2nd rd pick and I wanted him and Brook Lopez really bad on the Knicks. This kid kinda reminds me of Serge...
Game6Conley
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Let me tell ya guys right now... Take Virginia to win your march madness brackets.. They are gonna be the strongest #1 seed, fading them out early will prove detrimental.
They're very serious contenders..only Purdue and Villanova even have a claim at saying their close.
De'Andre Hunter who I've mentioned here since my return is a BALLER, end of story.
They're very serious contenders..only Purdue and Villanova even have a claim at saying their close.
De'Andre Hunter who I've mentioned here since my return is a BALLER, end of story.
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Park Bites
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I can see this
Game6Conley
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MAny things will be said about Trae Young but a few wont be said enough, he has Joe Ingles-style gamblers instincts, and he's truly quick, people will try and use his turnovers like he's reckless and doesn't have excellent anticipation.
one of the steals he got on Matt Coleman in the 2nd half was really an awesome one, Coleman, who's extremely left-hand dominant was trying to go right and Trae sold out the second he crossed left and poked it away, had to stretch completely out to make it happen.
Coleman stole the show in the 2nd half and beat Young like a dirty rug in the process, other than that play.
one of the steals he got on Matt Coleman in the 2nd half was really an awesome one, Coleman, who's extremely left-hand dominant was trying to go right and Trae sold out the second he crossed left and poked it away, had to stretch completely out to make it happen.
Coleman stole the show in the 2nd half and beat Young like a dirty rug in the process, other than that play.
Game6Conley
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Jaren Jackson is getting started early... just another filthy rim attack..
Park Bites
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I like him in the second round
http://www.espn.com/nba/insider/sto...kurucs-2018-nba-draft-international-prospects
Arnoldas Kulboka | 6-10 | SF
1998-born | Capo D'Orlando (Italian League, Champions League)
Game scouted: Capo D'orlando at Cantu | 6 PTS (3-of-8 FGs) in 24 MIN
In Desio, Italy to get eyes on 6-10 Lithuanian wing Arnoldas Kulboka as he and his club, Capo D'Orlando, take on Cantu. Kulboka is shooting 39.8% from 3 on 113 attempts in 24 games this season. High-level shooter with positional size. pic.twitter.com/sfKio1ifUn
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
The Kaunas, Lithuania native has jumped around from Zalgiris to Bamberg in Germany and is now on loan with Capo D'Orlando in Southern Italy. While he has started all 28 games he has played and is getting his fair share of minutes, he's not in an ideal development situation or the right team structure to showcase his talents. Capo D'Orlando is 8-20 on the year and isn't exactly loaded with talent, featuring players such as former OKC guard Eric Maynor (who is toward the end of his career). The club is also reportedly behind on paychecks, which has made for a less-than-favorable environment. For a player such as Kulboka, who isn't naturally assertive and is likely a role player at every level, this isn't an ideal situation to develop or be evaluated.
Potential NBA role: Wing shooter
The 6-10 wing has the eye of NBA teams thanks to his smooth shooting stroke and positional size. While not the most gifted shot creator, he has excellent touch with his feet set and possesses the footwork to eventually develop into a guy who can get going off of motion. Kulboka also has a projectable yet skinny frame and fluid athleticism, which should show in a more wide-open game. On the flip side, he's quite limited with the ball on offense and lacks a degree of grit and physicality on the defensive end. Looking a bit mopey on the floor at times, Kulboka would benefit from revving up his intensity and enthusiasm, along with finding more ways to impact the game if he's not making shots.
Outlook: In dire need of a new situation, Kulboka wouldn't surprise by keeping his name in the draft this year despite having an up-and-down season so far. Every team is searching for shooting, and a change of scenery could bring out the best in Kulboka, who is an interesting second-round option.
Marko Simonovic | 7-0 | PF/C
1999-born | Siena (LegaDue -- Italy 2nd Division)
Game scouted: Siena at Tortona | 5 fouls, 0 PTS, 1 TOV in 10 MIN
In Voghera, Italy to watch Siena 7-footer Marko Simonovic. First live look at the 18-year-old Montenegro native as Siena takes on Tortona (Italy A2). Simonovic broke out this summer at the U18 Euros, averaging 17.7 PTS and 8.4 REBS while posting a 31.9 PER. Soft touch out to 3. pic.twitter.com/OWex0asC22
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
Siena, once a longtime Italian first division powerhouse and EuroLeague participant, has been slowed by financial struggles over the years and it's bled over to the on-court product. LegaDue, Italy's second division, isn't the most inspiring level of play from a global standpoint, and the late-blooming Simonovic hasn't done all that much with the minutes he's been given thus far. With that said, he's not in the best evaluation situation as he's used almost strictly as a screener and diver. The 18-year-old late-bloomer showed this summer, by averaging 17.7 PPG at the under-18s, that he's comfortable stepping out to 3 and thriving in more skill-based situations.
Potential NBA role: Agile, Skilled PF/C
Simonovic, who Jonathan Givony profiled more extensively in his most recent international scouting notebook, is still finding out who he is as a prospect. Formerly a perimeter player, he's extremely agile at close to 7-feet, with budding skill that should allow him to stretch the floor more consistently in time. Because he's not overly long or wide framed, being able to slide up and play some power forward as a more skilled 4 would make Simonovic far more intriguing to NBA teams. Also learning how to defend without fouling and play through physicality are on the priority list for the 18-year-old. With that said, he's a bit of blank canvas who is still at an early stage of his development.
Outlook: Simonovic's combination of agility and offensive upside are certainly intriguing long-term, but he's quite clearly a year or two away from maximizing his draft stock. It will be interesting to see if he attends the Nike Hoop Summit in Portland, as a week of drills in front of NBA scouts will certainly work in his favor given his shooting potential and athleticism. Simonovic may also compete in the under-20 European Championships this summer with Montenegro.
http://www.espn.com/nba/insider/sto...kurucs-2018-nba-draft-international-prospects
Arnoldas Kulboka | 6-10 | SF
1998-born | Capo D'Orlando (Italian League, Champions League)
Game scouted: Capo D'orlando at Cantu | 6 PTS (3-of-8 FGs) in 24 MIN
In Desio, Italy to get eyes on 6-10 Lithuanian wing Arnoldas Kulboka as he and his club, Capo D'Orlando, take on Cantu. Kulboka is shooting 39.8% from 3 on 113 attempts in 24 games this season. High-level shooter with positional size. pic.twitter.com/sfKio1ifUn
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
The Kaunas, Lithuania native has jumped around from Zalgiris to Bamberg in Germany and is now on loan with Capo D'Orlando in Southern Italy. While he has started all 28 games he has played and is getting his fair share of minutes, he's not in an ideal development situation or the right team structure to showcase his talents. Capo D'Orlando is 8-20 on the year and isn't exactly loaded with talent, featuring players such as former OKC guard Eric Maynor (who is toward the end of his career). The club is also reportedly behind on paychecks, which has made for a less-than-favorable environment. For a player such as Kulboka, who isn't naturally assertive and is likely a role player at every level, this isn't an ideal situation to develop or be evaluated.
Potential NBA role: Wing shooter
The 6-10 wing has the eye of NBA teams thanks to his smooth shooting stroke and positional size. While not the most gifted shot creator, he has excellent touch with his feet set and possesses the footwork to eventually develop into a guy who can get going off of motion. Kulboka also has a projectable yet skinny frame and fluid athleticism, which should show in a more wide-open game. On the flip side, he's quite limited with the ball on offense and lacks a degree of grit and physicality on the defensive end. Looking a bit mopey on the floor at times, Kulboka would benefit from revving up his intensity and enthusiasm, along with finding more ways to impact the game if he's not making shots.
Outlook: In dire need of a new situation, Kulboka wouldn't surprise by keeping his name in the draft this year despite having an up-and-down season so far. Every team is searching for shooting, and a change of scenery could bring out the best in Kulboka, who is an interesting second-round option.
Marko Simonovic | 7-0 | PF/C
1999-born | Siena (LegaDue -- Italy 2nd Division)
Game scouted: Siena at Tortona | 5 fouls, 0 PTS, 1 TOV in 10 MIN
In Voghera, Italy to watch Siena 7-footer Marko Simonovic. First live look at the 18-year-old Montenegro native as Siena takes on Tortona (Italy A2). Simonovic broke out this summer at the U18 Euros, averaging 17.7 PTS and 8.4 REBS while posting a 31.9 PER. Soft touch out to 3. pic.twitter.com/OWex0asC22
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
Siena, once a longtime Italian first division powerhouse and EuroLeague participant, has been slowed by financial struggles over the years and it's bled over to the on-court product. LegaDue, Italy's second division, isn't the most inspiring level of play from a global standpoint, and the late-blooming Simonovic hasn't done all that much with the minutes he's been given thus far. With that said, he's not in the best evaluation situation as he's used almost strictly as a screener and diver. The 18-year-old late-bloomer showed this summer, by averaging 17.7 PPG at the under-18s, that he's comfortable stepping out to 3 and thriving in more skill-based situations.
Potential NBA role: Agile, Skilled PF/C
Simonovic, who Jonathan Givony profiled more extensively in his most recent international scouting notebook, is still finding out who he is as a prospect. Formerly a perimeter player, he's extremely agile at close to 7-feet, with budding skill that should allow him to stretch the floor more consistently in time. Because he's not overly long or wide framed, being able to slide up and play some power forward as a more skilled 4 would make Simonovic far more intriguing to NBA teams. Also learning how to defend without fouling and play through physicality are on the priority list for the 18-year-old. With that said, he's a bit of blank canvas who is still at an early stage of his development.
Outlook: Simonovic's combination of agility and offensive upside are certainly intriguing long-term, but he's quite clearly a year or two away from maximizing his draft stock. It will be interesting to see if he attends the Nike Hoop Summit in Portland, as a week of drills in front of NBA scouts will certainly work in his favor given his shooting potential and athleticism. Simonovic may also compete in the under-20 European Championships this summer with Montenegro.
Park Bites
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I like him in the second round
http://www.espn.com/nba/insider/sto...kurucs-2018-nba-draft-international-prospects
Arnoldas Kulboka | 6-10 | SF
1998-born | Capo D'Orlando (Italian League, Champions League)
Game scouted: Capo D'orlando at Cantu | 6 PTS (3-of-8 FGs) in 24 MIN
In Desio, Italy to get eyes on 6-10 Lithuanian wing Arnoldas Kulboka as he and his club, Capo D'Orlando, take on Cantu. Kulboka is shooting 39.8% from 3 on 113 attempts in 24 games this season. High-level shooter with positional size. pic.twitter.com/sfKio1ifUn
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
The Kaunas, Lithuania native has jumped around from Zalgiris to Bamberg in Germany and is now on loan with Capo D'Orlando in Southern Italy. While he has started all 28 games he has played and is getting his fair share of minutes, he's not in an ideal development situation or the right team structure to showcase his talents. Capo D'Orlando is 8-20 on the year and isn't exactly loaded with talent, featuring players such as former OKC guard Eric Maynor (who is toward the end of his career). The club is also reportedly behind on paychecks, which has made for a less-than-favorable environment. For a player such as Kulboka, who isn't naturally assertive and is likely a role player at every level, this isn't an ideal situation to develop or be evaluated.
Potential NBA role: Wing shooter
The 6-10 wing has the eye of NBA teams thanks to his smooth shooting stroke and positional size. While not the most gifted shot creator, he has excellent touch with his feet set and possesses the footwork to eventually develop into a guy who can get going off of motion. Kulboka also has a projectable yet skinny frame and fluid athleticism, which should show in a more wide-open game. On the flip side, he's quite limited with the ball on offense and lacks a degree of grit and physicality on the defensive end. Looking a bit mopey on the floor at times, Kulboka would benefit from revving up his intensity and enthusiasm, along with finding more ways to impact the game if he's not making shots.
Outlook: In dire need of a new situation, Kulboka wouldn't surprise by keeping his name in the draft this year despite having an up-and-down season so far. Every team is searching for shooting, and a change of scenery could bring out the best in Kulboka, who is an interesting second-round option.
Marko Simonovic | 7-0 | PF/C
1999-born | Siena (LegaDue -- Italy 2nd Division)
Game scouted: Siena at Tortona | 5 fouls, 0 PTS, 1 TOV in 10 MIN
In Voghera, Italy to watch Siena 7-footer Marko Simonovic. First live look at the 18-year-old Montenegro native as Siena takes on Tortona (Italy A2). Simonovic broke out this summer at the U18 Euros, averaging 17.7 PTS and 8.4 REBS while posting a 31.9 PER. Soft touch out to 3. pic.twitter.com/OWex0asC22
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
Siena, once a longtime Italian first division powerhouse and EuroLeague participant, has been slowed by financial struggles over the years and it's bled over to the on-court product. LegaDue, Italy's second division, isn't the most inspiring level of play from a global standpoint, and the late-blooming Simonovic hasn't done all that much with the minutes he's been given thus far. With that said, he's not in the best evaluation situation as he's used almost strictly as a screener and diver. The 18-year-old late-bloomer showed this summer, by averaging 17.7 PPG at the under-18s, that he's comfortable stepping out to 3 and thriving in more skill-based situations.
Potential NBA role: Agile, Skilled PF/C
Simonovic, who Jonathan Givony profiled more extensively in his most recent international scouting notebook, is still finding out who he is as a prospect. Formerly a perimeter player, he's extremely agile at close to 7-feet, with budding skill that should allow him to stretch the floor more consistently in time. Because he's not overly long or wide framed, being able to slide up and play some power forward as a more skilled 4 would make Simonovic far more intriguing to NBA teams. Also learning how to defend without fouling and play through physicality are on the priority list for the 18-year-old. With that said, he's a bit of blank canvas who is still at an early stage of his development.
Outlook: Simonovic's combination of agility and offensive upside are certainly intriguing long-term, but he's quite clearly a year or two away from maximizing his draft stock. It will be interesting to see if he attends the Nike Hoop Summit in Portland, as a week of drills in front of NBA scouts will certainly work in his favor given his shooting potential and athleticism. Simonovic may also compete in the under-20 European Championships this summer with Montenegro.
http://www.espn.com/nba/insider/sto...kurucs-2018-nba-draft-international-prospects
Arnoldas Kulboka | 6-10 | SF
1998-born | Capo D'Orlando (Italian League, Champions League)
Game scouted: Capo D'orlando at Cantu | 6 PTS (3-of-8 FGs) in 24 MIN
In Desio, Italy to get eyes on 6-10 Lithuanian wing Arnoldas Kulboka as he and his club, Capo D'Orlando, take on Cantu. Kulboka is shooting 39.8% from 3 on 113 attempts in 24 games this season. High-level shooter with positional size. pic.twitter.com/sfKio1ifUn
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
The Kaunas, Lithuania native has jumped around from Zalgiris to Bamberg in Germany and is now on loan with Capo D'Orlando in Southern Italy. While he has started all 28 games he has played and is getting his fair share of minutes, he's not in an ideal development situation or the right team structure to showcase his talents. Capo D'Orlando is 8-20 on the year and isn't exactly loaded with talent, featuring players such as former OKC guard Eric Maynor (who is toward the end of his career). The club is also reportedly behind on paychecks, which has made for a less-than-favorable environment. For a player such as Kulboka, who isn't naturally assertive and is likely a role player at every level, this isn't an ideal situation to develop or be evaluated.
Potential NBA role: Wing shooter
The 6-10 wing has the eye of NBA teams thanks to his smooth shooting stroke and positional size. While not the most gifted shot creator, he has excellent touch with his feet set and possesses the footwork to eventually develop into a guy who can get going off of motion. Kulboka also has a projectable yet skinny frame and fluid athleticism, which should show in a more wide-open game. On the flip side, he's quite limited with the ball on offense and lacks a degree of grit and physicality on the defensive end. Looking a bit mopey on the floor at times, Kulboka would benefit from revving up his intensity and enthusiasm, along with finding more ways to impact the game if he's not making shots.
Outlook: In dire need of a new situation, Kulboka wouldn't surprise by keeping his name in the draft this year despite having an up-and-down season so far. Every team is searching for shooting, and a change of scenery could bring out the best in Kulboka, who is an interesting second-round option.
Marko Simonovic | 7-0 | PF/C
1999-born | Siena (LegaDue -- Italy 2nd Division)
Game scouted: Siena at Tortona | 5 fouls, 0 PTS, 1 TOV in 10 MIN
In Voghera, Italy to watch Siena 7-footer Marko Simonovic. First live look at the 18-year-old Montenegro native as Siena takes on Tortona (Italy A2). Simonovic broke out this summer at the U18 Euros, averaging 17.7 PTS and 8.4 REBS while posting a 31.9 PER. Soft touch out to 3. pic.twitter.com/OWex0asC22
- Mike Schmitz (@Mike_Schmitz) January 7, 2018
Siena, once a longtime Italian first division powerhouse and EuroLeague participant, has been slowed by financial struggles over the years and it's bled over to the on-court product. LegaDue, Italy's second division, isn't the most inspiring level of play from a global standpoint, and the late-blooming Simonovic hasn't done all that much with the minutes he's been given thus far. With that said, he's not in the best evaluation situation as he's used almost strictly as a screener and diver. The 18-year-old late-bloomer showed this summer, by averaging 17.7 PPG at the under-18s, that he's comfortable stepping out to 3 and thriving in more skill-based situations.
Potential NBA role: Agile, Skilled PF/C
Simonovic, who Jonathan Givony profiled more extensively in his most recent international scouting notebook, is still finding out who he is as a prospect. Formerly a perimeter player, he's extremely agile at close to 7-feet, with budding skill that should allow him to stretch the floor more consistently in time. Because he's not overly long or wide framed, being able to slide up and play some power forward as a more skilled 4 would make Simonovic far more intriguing to NBA teams. Also learning how to defend without fouling and play through physicality are on the priority list for the 18-year-old. With that said, he's a bit of blank canvas who is still at an early stage of his development.
Outlook: Simonovic's combination of agility and offensive upside are certainly intriguing long-term, but he's quite clearly a year or two away from maximizing his draft stock. It will be interesting to see if he attends the Nike Hoop Summit in Portland, as a week of drills in front of NBA scouts will certainly work in his favor given his shooting potential and athleticism. Simonovic may also compete in the under-20 European Championships this summer with Montenegro.