Official 2013 Draft thread

[BrianFromWA]

how did Batum's red flag work out for us?

How did Blair's?

 

[Natebishop3]

I find it funny how people now think this draft sucks, when last summer I saw all these people saying this draft was going to be great. Last summer guys like Zeller, Shabazz, etc were supposed to be top three. Funny how things change. Maybe next summer's draft won't be so great either after a years time.

 

[Tortimer]

At least Zeller is a skilled big man and not some high-risk project like Leonard or Adams

He does have some skill but plays much smaller then his size. There is no way he is a center and I think there are better 4's in this draft if we wanted one.

 

[Nikolokolus]

At least Zeller is a skilled big man and not some high-risk project like Leonard or Adams

There's something to that ... still, I don't think that skill is going to show quite as well at the next level.

 

[DaLincolnJones]

I hope we don't take Noel.

I am in full agreement

the kid is so slender, I dont see him as a 5, if he were not injured, he could play a 3 or streach 4.

 

[Blaze01]

Chris Broussard‏@Chris_Broussard25m
latest draft scuttlebutt I'm hearing: Cavs still looking to move top pick. If they take anyone but Alex Len, it could be part of a trade...

Chris Broussard‏@Chris_Broussard25m
Also hearing that Toronto is looking to grab the No. 2 pick. Not sure who they're targeting, but Oladipo is an educated guess....

 

[BoBoBREWSKI]

how did Batum's red flag work out for us?

How did Blair's?

Blair? Lots of "DNP - Coach's Decision" in the playoffs.

 

[RoyToy]

I actually have a good feeling about Cody Zeller. Not the case with Steven Adams.

Shabazz or Zeller wouldn't disappoint me

 

[BoBoBREWSKI]

I dont want Shabazz. He seems like a supreme knucklehead who only cares about himself. Doesnt seem to have the work ethic to be great.

 

[Tortimer]

I actually have a good feeling about Cody Zeller. Not the case with Steven Adams.

Shabazz or Zeller wouldn't disappoint me

I don't know how much you watched Shabazz play but he is the one guy I wouldn't take over Zeller. He has ever red flag you can name. He is lazy, can't dribble, streaky shooter, bad attitude and lied about his age plus has a other issues I won't name because people will jump all over me.

 

[BoBoBREWSKI]

I don't know how much you watched Shabazz play but he is the one guy I wouldn't take over Zeller. He has ever red flag you can name. He is lazy, can't dribble, streaky shooter, bad attitude and lied about his age plus has a other issues I won't name because people will jump all over me.

+1

 

[Blaze01]

Joe Kotoch@Probballdraftnow
Magic prefer Oladipo over McLemore but would be tempted by Noel if Cavs pass.

Could be Noel knee red flag a smokescreen by a San Antonio protege, Henigan or a team a few spots lower

 

[Blaze01]

Andy Katz‏@ESPNAndyKatz2m
A veteran team personnel member said he can't remember an NBA draft that was harder to project.

 

[3RA1N1AC]

if he were not injured, he could play a 3 or streach 4.

noel??

 

[Blaze01]

Jared Zwerling@JaredZwerling1 minute ago
If the #Knicks and #Nets want to take a backup big, a need for both, they like Gorgui Dieng and Tony Mitchell. Two key guys to watch for.


I still think Dieng has the best potential to be one of the best centers from this draft...I don't get why POR would not be interested...

He is ready to play now...has a high bball IQ, still has room to grow, great pick and roll player in that he sets good picks, can hit the ft jumper, make a pass etc...can run the floor, can recover on pick and roll defense....He was the leader of Louisville's great defense....

 

[SheedSoNasty]

I find it funny how people now think this draft sucks, when last summer I saw all these people saying this draft was going to be great. Last summer guys like Zeller, Shabazz, etc were supposed to be top three. Funny how things change. Maybe next summer's draft won't be so great either after a years time.

Was just thinking the same thing. Last year people were all over Zeller and Shabazz and thought it would be a pipe dream to get either one. Now, both might very well be available at number 10 when we pick. Go figure. I guess the grass will always be greener next year. I'm literally hoping that for the grass at my house.

 

[Blaze01]

Chad Ford‏@chadfordinsider22s
Hearing Suns are offering Cavs 5 & 30 for 1. Not yet known how Cavs view the offer. Suns after Noel.

ROFL Didn't another report mention that they red flagged his knee?

 

[Reep]

Player 1: 6'11.75" 7'4.75" wing 9'2" reach 234 lbs. 9.9 pts 5.9 reb 1.5 blocks
Player 2: 6'11.75" 7'3.75" wing 9'2" reach 220 lbs. 10.5 pts 9.5 reb 4.4 blocks

Both Freshmen. Unless Noel had a leg falling off, you take him at 10. It won't happen though.

Amazing how similar Noel and LMA are in size though.

 

[RoyToy]

I would never consider Noel at 10

Take that serious knee injury to another team

 

[Blaze01]

Scott Agness@ScottAgnessnow
Draft thoughts: 1) Oladipo goes top 2, 2) Zeller doesn't slip past 8, 3) I wouldn't touch Shabazz, 4) think Pacers will take guard/trade.

That would be a good scenario for POR...likely McCollum or KCP sitting there or an unexpected player dropping (Bennett\Burke)

 

[Tortimer]

Jared Zwerling@JaredZwerling1 minute ago
If the #Knicks and #Nets want to take a backup big, a need for both, they like Gorgui Dieng and Tony Mitchell. Two key guys to watch for.


I still think Dieng has the best potential to be one of the best centers from this draft...I don't get why POR would not be interested...

He is ready to play now...has a high bball IQ, still has room to grow, great pick and roll player in that he sets good picks, can hit the ft jumper, make a pass etc...can run the floor, can recover on pick and roll defense....He was the leader of Louisville's great defense....

I agree and I hope we get a mid 1st round pick somehow. Maybe 15-21 where I think he will go. I like him especially drafting at those positions.

 

[Blaze01]

Jared Zwerling@JaredZwerling3 minutes ago
#Nets trade talks w/ Minnesota for MarShon Brooks still in the mix. If the Nets don't make that move, they could take a backup big at 22.

 

[3RA1N1AC]

whos player 1

 

[Natebishop3]

Someone explain why we want to draft a Lillard clone? I seriously don't get it.

 

[Blaze01]

Ken Berger@KBergCBS1 minute ago
Teams are eager to see what Celtics do with 16th pick. If they go point guard, could be an indication they'll look to dump Rondo, too.

Ken Berger@KBergCBS1 minute ago
If Celtics decide to rebuild around Rondo, teams view North Carolina's Reggie Bullock as a possible pick for Boston at No. 16.

 

[BrianFromWA]

I was about to say Davis, until I saw the low block numbers. I thought he was higher than that.

 

[3RA1N1AC]

Someone explain why we want to draft a Lillard clone? I seriously don't get it.

you dont like lillard?

 

[3RA1N1AC]

I was about to say Davis, until I saw the low block numbers. I thought he was higher than that.

davis was over 5 bpg i think

 

[Blaze01]

Jody Genessy@DJJazzyJodynow
Re Jimmer-to-Jazz? Greg Miller admitted Corbin must improve as a defensive coach. You think Jazz really want a guard who can't play NBA D?

 

[Blaze01]

Yannis Koutroupis@YannisHWnow
As others have, hearing Zeller is being strongly considered at four by the Charlotte Bobcats. Len could slip a bit if he doesn't go No. 1.

Rumours have been that it is Cho who really likes Zeller...Question is can he convince MJ after Biyombo pick?