Post by DERRENMATTS on Jan 12, 2015 4:36:33 GMT -5
Okafor is a dominant low post scorer at the college level, and I feel he can carry over to the NBA. Strong rebounder too, but not elite level. Defense might be average. Smart player who recognizes double teams and know how to react.
Karl Towns is another big man at the top of this draft. Much more versatile than Okafor (though he can't match Okafor's low post expertise). Might be able to overtake Okafor if a GM feels Towns' ability to shoot three's is the tie breaker. Towns is also a better shot blocker.
Emmanuel Mudiay is a PG with SG size. Terrific body control and creativity. Has actual PG skills and not just a scoring PG.
Stanley Johnson is a SF who I'd rank over Justise Winslow (some draft sites rank Winslow ahead of Johnson). To me, Johnson is a better athlete, has a stronger and more explosive body, better body control, better ball handling (though needs tightening up), stingier defense, and better passing skills. I'm still not sure who I'd rate as the better shooter.
Wilie Cauley-Stein is a big man I wish I could get excited about, and maybe I would if I viewed him as a lower lottery pick whose ceiling in the NBA is a 2nd tier defender. His biggest drawing card is his defensive mobility, as he is able to cover lots of ground, and even stay in front of guards on switches. But he's not an intuitive, instinctive shot blocker (looks to me he's guessing on his block attempts). He often looks a half step behind, whereas an elite defender will more often anticipate plays before they happen (which is why they make blocking shots look so easy).
Kelly Oubre is not high on my list currently. Doesn't seem like a smart kid who has high basketball IQ. But maybe I'm being too quick to pass judgment on him. He can knock down three's when he's able to step into his shot comfortably.
Sviatoslav Mykhailuk is a guy I'm keeping my eyes on. I think this freshman is going to earn more playing time soon with the way he plays. Versatile SG who can handle the ball some, shoot, penetrate, finish, rebound, anticipate steals, and defend (not great, but the effort is there). Great anticipation, is an intuitive player. Movements are sharp, and passes are crisp. Has some creativity, and can create his own offense (though he's not asked to in Bill Self's system).
Wayne Selden, Jr has faded some. Looked promising as a freshmen, but his shooting, and consequently his confidence, has dropped a notch since last year, due to adjustments he's made with his shooting form. He's inconsistent with his form, which causes his shots to be all over the place. He's an impact SG if he can master his jumper, since he has the size, strength, floor vision, and passing skills.
Harrison twins. My, oh my, how disappointing they've been. After much hoopla coming into college, they haven't lived up to the bill. Both of them seem to kill the flow of the offense when they're on the floor. Poor decision making, and constantly a second behind on their passes. Andrew Harrison just isn't a PG, and he's not elusive enough to be a standout SG. Aaron is the silkier player who plays a better SG. But neither are impressing me.
Karl Towns is another big man at the top of this draft. Much more versatile than Okafor (though he can't match Okafor's low post expertise). Might be able to overtake Okafor if a GM feels Towns' ability to shoot three's is the tie breaker. Towns is also a better shot blocker.
Emmanuel Mudiay is a PG with SG size. Terrific body control and creativity. Has actual PG skills and not just a scoring PG.
Stanley Johnson is a SF who I'd rank over Justise Winslow (some draft sites rank Winslow ahead of Johnson). To me, Johnson is a better athlete, has a stronger and more explosive body, better body control, better ball handling (though needs tightening up), stingier defense, and better passing skills. I'm still not sure who I'd rate as the better shooter.
Wilie Cauley-Stein is a big man I wish I could get excited about, and maybe I would if I viewed him as a lower lottery pick whose ceiling in the NBA is a 2nd tier defender. His biggest drawing card is his defensive mobility, as he is able to cover lots of ground, and even stay in front of guards on switches. But he's not an intuitive, instinctive shot blocker (looks to me he's guessing on his block attempts). He often looks a half step behind, whereas an elite defender will more often anticipate plays before they happen (which is why they make blocking shots look so easy).
Kelly Oubre is not high on my list currently. Doesn't seem like a smart kid who has high basketball IQ. But maybe I'm being too quick to pass judgment on him. He can knock down three's when he's able to step into his shot comfortably.
Sviatoslav Mykhailuk is a guy I'm keeping my eyes on. I think this freshman is going to earn more playing time soon with the way he plays. Versatile SG who can handle the ball some, shoot, penetrate, finish, rebound, anticipate steals, and defend (not great, but the effort is there). Great anticipation, is an intuitive player. Movements are sharp, and passes are crisp. Has some creativity, and can create his own offense (though he's not asked to in Bill Self's system).
Wayne Selden, Jr has faded some. Looked promising as a freshmen, but his shooting, and consequently his confidence, has dropped a notch since last year, due to adjustments he's made with his shooting form. He's inconsistent with his form, which causes his shots to be all over the place. He's an impact SG if he can master his jumper, since he has the size, strength, floor vision, and passing skills.
Harrison twins. My, oh my, how disappointing they've been. After much hoopla coming into college, they haven't lived up to the bill. Both of them seem to kill the flow of the offense when they're on the floor. Poor decision making, and constantly a second behind on their passes. Andrew Harrison just isn't a PG, and he's not elusive enough to be a standout SG. Aaron is the silkier player who plays a better SG. But neither are impressing me.
