We'll see if it looks like they're taking fit into consideration after the lotto but for now that's a really bad look.
They have indicated they only go on their player rankings until after the ping-pong balls fall, so as you point out, it will likely change. But that isn't close. That might as well not have one and just publish their player rankings. That isn't a Mock Draft with any merit.
I think the workouts will be important but I like Sarr a lot and think he could play really well next to Deandre at the 4. He's extremely mobile for a 7 footer and Deandre could control the paint while Alex would protect the rim and both guys have the ability to switch out onto the perimeter, I think Sarr will be better at that. He also has a nice looking shot that I think he would shoot at a much higher rate if he only took the three when he's open.
I would be happy with the 1st pick. Sarr might never be a superstar, but I see no reason why this guy can't be another Jaren Jackson Jr. And I think we all could agree we could use one of those. Keep in mind he just turned 19 so these highlights are all from an 18-year-old
https://www.noceilingsnba.com/p/alex-sarr-the-undisputed-number-one?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web Interesting take. Feels like the best option of luck strikes.
Two things that stood out to me in that evaluation: 1) Quickness. I see him as a starter at PF (preferably next to Ayton) so his quickness is huge when defending the perimeter and the rim and getting to long rebounds. 2) "Even with his current strengths and flaws, Sarr is not the final product; nobody is at 19 years old. His age should indicate that there’s room for him to take many steps in his development"
his most 'developed' skills are rim protection and shot-blocking. That's not somebody you want running around on the perimeter. IMO, Sarr wouldn't be an Ayton partner, he'd be an Ayton replacement
The way people talk about how much of a bust Scoot is because he was the number 3 pick…. Wait til they see the dump truck we pick THIS season. Hope they hold this pick to as high of standards as they do Scoot!
Sure when he reaches 240-250 he could replace Ayton. But for now, I think he would be pretty effective alongside Ayton. His 3-point percentage will likely be as good as Jaren Jackson Jr and much better than Evan Mobley who he is also compared to.
High standards? The lawn you mowed for me last weekend looked like a drunk Stevie Wonder had an epileptic seizure while holding onto a dull butter knife. #BeBetter
Yeah, another Ayton is pretty much how I view him, except if you watch footage of Ayton in college and compare it to Sarr, it's quite clear Sarr shies away from utilizing body contact to create separation or to bully others. It's the same when comparing him with Mobley or JJJ, who were much more physical than Sarr and used their bodies extremely well. As such, Sarr can't really play as a top tier big man. At the same time, he doesn't have good enough ball handling and shot creation skills to be dominant as a wing/forward. In that sense, I really expect him to be Emeka Okafor or Marcus Camby with the capability to stretch the floor with a solid jumper, get occasional points down low, play defense, and grab some rebounds if he's nearby the rim. Then, Jonathan Isaac on defense. Whether or not he'll be as defensively dominant as Isaac remains to be seen but that's probably where his real potential lies. I'd expect an 18/8 guy where he is more starter/borderline All-Star but with All Defense potential....again, similar to Ayton but with higher blocks and assist numbers. Rim running, putbacks, open jumpers, "occasional flashes" is how he'll score but I wouldn't expect a guy who can be relied upon to dominate when it matters. Then, if he's running the same plays and routes as Ayton, having both on the court makes it extremely redundant unless you plan to replace Ayton.
Anyone have thoughts on Tyler smiths fit and would using the GS pick be a reach on him? Is he more a 3 or 4 at the next level? Was fun to watch towards the end of their seaon.
