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You know , i see a lot of names in the draft. All probably amazing athletes. But sometimes you can overlook a guy who actually can play. I don't watch a lot of college basketball anymore but i watch Sportscenter everyday. And one guy who made a ton of highlights was Luka Garza. I know he's a bit of a plodder, but he has size, and a skillset. Knows the game. Outside chance he could be a Bill Laimbeer type player. Looks to be available in 2nd round.
 
Hollinger says Kispert has solidified himself as a lottery pick. I guess he had the most athletic stats for his position at the combine.
 
Joel Ayayi would be an absolute steal in the 2’d round. C’mon Neil
 
tykendo said:
You know , i see a lot of names in the draft. All probably amazing athletes. But sometimes you can overlook a guy who actually can play. I don't watch a lot of college basketball anymore but i watch Sportscenter everyday. And one guy who made a ton of highlights was Luka Garza. I know he's a bit of a plodder, but he has size, and a skillset. Knows the game. Outside chance he could be a Bill Laimbeer type player. Looks to be available in 2nd round.
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That's Sam Hauser for me.

6'8" and likely the best shooter in the draft.

Can shoot off motion, off the dribble or spotting up. Not going to give you much at the rim but if he's run off the line he has shown some interesting passing ability.

Defensively he doesn't have the length to be super impactful but I think he's strong enough and quick enough laterally to have some sort of defensive versatility / value.

Rebounds well enough to play some small four.

He's probably still gettable in the 35 to 45 range as well.
 
Fez Forthright said:
If Wieskamp is out of reach I’d focus on RaiQuan Gray.

Built like a tank (6’8” 270) and is legitimately a good passer/handles as a small-ball center. Super sleeper pick.
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i would love to see him in a Blazer uni. Love his playmaking, his handle and he plays with a chip on his shoulder. How he's not getting more mention is odd.
 
If I had to pick a guy who will outplay his draft spot I'd take Isaiah Jackson in a heartbeat. How he is not getting 1st round talk is crazy. He reminds me of a lighter, more athletic Draymond Green...hopefully minus the attitude. He's 6'10" with a 7 ' wingspan. He's a great athlete. He handles the ball very well and is a good decision maker on the break with the ball in his hands. He's a crafty scorer inside and tries to dunk everything. Great shot blocker and is very, very good guarding the ball away from the hoop. Buy into the early 2nd rd and I would bet a ton that he will be a very good pro and the type of player/athlete this team needs. Ideal small ball center.

 
My favorite thing about this time of the year is hearing about or finding the sleepers in the draft. The down side is falling in love with a guy and seeing them succeed somewhere else. That said, I'd love to see us get Raquan Gray. Love his game and attitude.
 
A few guys who should be there if we buy back into the 2nd round:
Isaiah Jackson
Herb Jones
RaiQuan Gray
EJ Onu
Ayo Dosunmu
Greg Brown
Miles Mcbride
JT Thor
Charles Bassey
Marcus Garrett
Makur Maker
Trey Murphy
Jared Butler, Chris Duarte-both projected in the late 1st but if either fell to the 2nd I would jump all over them.
 
While I don’t agree with some people saying that Raiquan Gray is the next Draymond Green, I actually see him being more like Xavier Tillman. Gray has this special ability to run a pick and roll. I like how he keep his head up and pass to the open guy. His defense is solid but not elite. If his 3 point shot can improve which is something I believe he can. He got a solid form. If he can improve that he would be a great small ball 5 to have in the last few mins of a game. He would be great for a second round pick
 
I think Olshey will go for an upperclassman; somebody hopefully NBA ready. Olshey knows his time is short here. I don't think it will be cheap to buy a pick this year. Cash plus a future second,
 
Luka Garza, PF/C, Iowa Hawkeyes (6’10.0” barefoot, 6’11.25” in shoes, 8’11.5” standing reach, 242.8 lbs, 7’1.5” wingspan)

When you have a National Player of the Year who was as dominant as Garza was for a two-year stretch, it is rare to see a complete makeover in such a short time. With that being said, the all-time leading scorer for the Hawkeyes looks like a completely different animal after slimming down to 242 pounds and showcasing more handling and athleticism than we’ve ever seen from him. Scouts questioned his ability to transition to a completely different style of basketball in the NBA that is far less dependent on post-scoring, but if his transformed frame is any indication of what is to come, Garza is more than ready to adapt to the style of the professional game. He still lacks great foot speed and athleticism, but with such a premium on shooting in today’s game, it’s conceivable that Garza can find a way with such a strong work ethic and determination. Garza stands a much better chance of being drafted following the combine than he did coming in.-Derek Bast
 
Fez Forthright said:
Luka Garza, PF/C, Iowa Hawkeyes (6’10.0” barefoot, 6’11.25” in shoes, 8’11.5” standing reach, 242.8 lbs, 7’1.5” wingspan)

When you have a National Player of the Year who was as dominant as Garza was for a two-year stretch, it is rare to see a complete makeover in such a short time. With that being said, the all-time leading scorer for the Hawkeyes looks like a completely different animal after slimming down to 242 pounds and showcasing more handling and athleticism than we’ve ever seen from him. Scouts questioned his ability to transition to a completely different style of basketball in the NBA that is far less dependent on post-scoring, but if his transformed frame is any indication of what is to come, Garza is more than ready to adapt to the style of the professional game. He still lacks great foot speed and athleticism, but with such a premium on shooting in today’s game, it’s conceivable that Garza can find a way with such a strong work ethic and determination. Garza stands a much better chance of being drafted following the combine than he did coming in.-Derek Bast
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Ehh I will pass on Garza. His defense will be trash. His offense might be good but I rather take on someone with more potential
 
Josh Giddey playing for Australia right now against Nigeria.
 
Garza I wouldn’t even waste a 2nd rounder on. Great college scorer, but slow and plodding, doesn’t play defense.

Typical guy who can score in bunches in college. But wouldn’t be able to do shit against the athleticism and speed of the game that the pros play.
 
Fez Forthright said:
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I was just watching a scouting video on him and that guy may well be worth a second round pick. He’s a very good shot blocker, got great timing. He moves his feel laterally so well that he can guard 3-5 and even guards in small doses. On offense he’s a powerful dunker and finisher. Got some nice counter moves when the power finish isn’t available. But he can’t do much other than that. He’s really is a stronger version of Jarrett Allen, another former Longhorns
 
damianlillard said:
I was just watching a scouting video on him and that guy may well be worth a second round pick. He’s a very good shot blocker, got great timing. He moves his feel laterally so well that he can guard 3-5 and even guards in small doses. On offense he’s a powerful dunker and finisher. Got some nice counter moves when the power finish isn’t available. But he can’t do much other than that. He’s really is a stronger version of Jarrett Allen, another former Longhorns
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If you can be sure that you know what you get and if you can make use of it I agree that it is worth a second rounder. I did not see anything of him but sounds okay so far.
 
MickZagger said:
Garza I wouldn’t even waste a 2nd rounder on. Great college scorer, but slow and plodding, doesn’t play defense.

Typical guy who can score in bunches in college. But wouldn’t be able to do shit against the athleticism and speed of the game that the pros play.
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Oh - you mean sorta like Adam Morrison?
 
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