Exclusive All Things Brandon Miller

[Wizard Mentor]

Bizarre thought. The Blazers are actually lucky to get the 3rd pick instead of the 2nd pick, where they could make the wrong decision.

 

[SharpesTriumph]

What will LeMelo Ball think if Charlotte drafts Scoot Henderson, when they could have drafted Brandon Miller?
Charlotte isn’t drafting Scoot Henderson.

I didn't realize LaMelo was an MVP

 

[Sheldon Shape]

I think Amen should get some consideration at 3 as well.

 

[Mediocre Man]

They are trading the pick. It doesn’t fucking matter

 

[theprunetang]

I think Amen should get some consideration at 3 as well.

Agree fully. That is the great thing about moving up to 3. Whether we are using the pick, or trading it, the move up to 3rd pick opens up so many previously unavailable opportunities. This is where Joe and his team will truly either shine of shit the bed. But, they are going to have a lot of available options. If Charlotte chooses Miller, we could even have a bidding war on Scoot.

 

[twobullz]

Doesn't sound like he is doing well on his interviews. Going to be interesting to watch how this plays out,.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nb...31&cvid=c0351f5245624047b8b172d51a8db9dc&ei=4

 

[illmatic99]

Doesn't sound like he is doing well on his interviews. Going to be interesting to watch how this plays out,.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nb...31&cvid=c0351f5245624047b8b172d51a8db9dc&ei=4

lazy article. Givony on the podcast also said there was a near consensus among execs in Chicago that Miller is going 2 to Charlotte. He also has BM going 2 on his mock.

 

[Pinwheel1]

Doesn't sound like he is doing well on his interviews. Going to be interesting to watch how this plays out,.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nb...31&cvid=c0351f5245624047b8b172d51a8db9dc&ei=4

Who are the teams? If they draft behind us I would be a little suspicious.

 

[1 Eye Jack]

This video of one game's highlights helps his value. And makes me pause about trading him.

my only concern is Miller disappeared during the tourney. Usually that’s when the greats show up

 

[inconceivable]

Bizarre thought. The Blazers are actually lucky to get the 3rd pick instead of the 2nd pick, where they could make the wrong decision.

I alluded to this same sentiment in an earlier post. michael jordan dictates our pick.

but, having the 2nd instead of 3rd would've made cronin's life easier too, esp if the plan is to trade the pick.
our trade options would be greater because we can deal with teams who like scoot and teams who like miller and teams who like any other player.

but since we got 3rd, our options are not as broad because the 2-3 picks are in limbo

 

[Pinwheel1]

my only concern is Miller disappeared during the tourney. Usually that’s when the greats show up

That just means he is not ready right now...which very few 1-and-done players are in their first year.

 

[inconceivable]

my only concern is Miller disappeared during the tourney. Usually that’s when the greats show up

that is not the only concern with miller, him being older means ceiling isn't as high

on the other hand, with scoot, poor shooting, not tall, and high risk (injury) style of play are the apparent concerns

no prospect is perfect but the fact that there are two 2nd-pick-worthy players should be great for us, wheter we use or trade the pick

 

[blazerfan11]

I didn't realize LaMelo was an MVP

I don’t understand it. Everything I see and read talks about the fit with LaMelo Ball.
They also have Terry Rozier. Maybe he matters somewhat too.
We’ll find out on draft day.

 

[wizenheimer]

Bizarre thought. The Blazers are actually lucky to get the 3rd pick instead of the 2nd pick, where they could make the wrong decision.

if that happened in 2007 they could have had Al Horford. Hard to believe that was 5 years before Dame

 

[blazerfan11]

Brandon Miller could end up being Trey Murphy the 4th. A good player , but not worth the 2nd or 3rd pick.
Not saying he will, but that is probably his floor. I think he has more bust potential than Scoot.

 

[illmatic99]

my only concern is Miller disappeared during the tourney. Usually that’s when the greats show up

he was admittedly injured and still played during the tourney.

 

[1 Eye Jack]

he was admittedly injured and still played during the tourney.

Didn’t know that, definitely changes how I feel. Like seeing guys tough it out when injured, shows toughness

 

[42N8Bounce]

Let's try this comp on for size -

 

[TBpup]

my only concern is Miller disappeared during the tourney. Usually that’s when the greats show up

Miller had a groin injury but still tried to play through. He shot horribly, but I give him credit for trying to gut it out.

 

[BBert]

This video of one game's highlights helps his value. And makes me pause about trading him.

Was he doing Miller Time at the end of regulation? Haha

 

[illmatic99]

my biggest issues with miller so far in my research:

- struggles finishing at the rim.
- 2pt shooting is very poor.
- handle is a bit shaky. he doesn't really create any separation in the half court.

because of these things, i think he profiles closer to jabari smith than a guy like tatum at the pro level. still watching videos to see if this projection changes. Also have to reiterate: he is 6 months older than Shaedon and will be 21 by start of the season. he's not a true 'freshman' putting up these numbers.

now the legal stuff, i really hope we do our due diligence on this and don't just dismiss it. using the highest pick we've had since Oden on this kid can't be a decision taken lightly.

 

[Natebishop3]

my biggest issues with miller so far in my research:

- struggles finishing at the rim.
- 2pt shooting is very poor.
- handle is a bit shaky. he doesn't really create any separation in the half court.

because of these things, i think he profiles closer to jabari smith than a guy like tatum at the pro level. still watching videos to see if this projection changes. Also have to reiterate: he is 6 months older than Shaedon and will be 21 by start of the season. he's not a true 'freshman' putting up these numbers.

now the legal stuff, i really hope we do our due diligence on this and don't just dismiss it. using the highest pick we've had since Oden on this kid can't be a decision taken lightly.

Personality wise, I like Scoot a lot more.

 

[blazerfan11]

I don’t know if it’s been mentioned yet, but how nuts would it be watching Scoot and Sharpe play together?
There at least should be some consideration to that. The right teammate could elevate Sharpe on offense to another level.
Running the floor and throwing lobs is not really Dame’s thing. Which is fine. He’s scoring at his highest level ever.
Having another playmaker who can push the pace, attack the hoop, and get the ball to cutters, would be a nightmare for defenses built to stop Dame.

 

[Labinot41]

pretty much all Hornets fans are locked in on Scoot. I highly doubt they won't draft him. It's gonna be Miller for the Blazers, or maaybe Amen Thompson. Or maybe a trade but hopefully not. We'll see

 

[SheedSoNasty]

has BM going 2.

BM going 2… insert Beavis and Butthead laughs here

 

[tykendo]

I don't trust any of these one & doners. Wemby was different because he's been a pro since the age of 15. If we can't draft Wemby . There are a lot of nice proven pro's who could make this team close to a contender with Dame still in his prime. There is plenty of time after Dame retires to rebuild around Sharpe, if he excels the way we think he will. And you know what. There stands to be a pretty good chance in 2030 , that a new dude will be on the horizon who's way better than anyone in this draft sans Wemby.

 

[Pinwheel1]

pretty much all Hornets fans are locked in on Scoot. I highly doubt they won't draft him. It's gonna be Miller for the Blazers, or maaybe Amen Thompson. Or maybe a trade but hopefully not. We'll see

I think you are right. Why would Charlotte feel any different than we do? Aside from the MJ jokes....why would they not take the BPA. If we think it is Scoot then more than likely they will too.

 

[julius]

I'm not entirely ready to hitch my hopes on Sharpe just yet, but he definitely is making me not so concerned about the future as I was pre 2022 draft.

As much as Damians contract is HUGE, I'm fine keeping him with the team as Sharpe grows up, and matures. Even maybe Simons (tho If they can switch Simons for someone a little taller..).

The flexibility the team loses be keeping Damian, isn't worse, to me, than the flux that the team would get by either getting a TON of meh contracts for him (rarely are there players of equal value traded in scenarios like him), or future picks that could or could not be good or bad, or busts.

 

[1 Eye Jack]

https://www.basketballinsiders.com/...e-not-been-great-ahead-of-the-2023-nba-draft/


not in good shape and interviews haven’t gone well…. Either someone putting bad press out there hoping he drops or some serious red flags

 

[Labinot41]

I think you are right. Why would Charlotte feel any different than we do? Aside from the MJ jokes....why would they not take the BPA. If we think it is Scoot then more than likely they will too.

I've been reading through Hornets Reddit, to get a feeling who they Draft, and it's not even close, Scoot is that dude. They gonna draft him, i would be shocked like every Hornets fan if they would not draft Scoot.