Going Commando Posted August 20, 2020 Share Posted August 20, 2020 I am confident we will draft 11th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 Â 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 Still no love. They don't want to save us yet. Â Knicks on suicide watch, never getting a break. Â Please trade that pick, please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRobi21 Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 I'm reading the Hornets got the #4 (originally our slot) because we took the last spot in the bubble restart? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted August 21, 2020 Share Posted August 21, 2020 What do I'll think of this guy? Â http://www.tankathon.com/players/aaron-nesmith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 The dude from the Athletic has us taking this guy in his mock: https://theathletic.com/2000546/2020/08/20/vecenie-2020-nba-mock-draft-7-0-minnesota-wins-lottery-draft-order-set  9. Washington Wizards Onyeka Okongwu | 6-9 center | 19 years old, freshman | USC Okongwu is an absolutely terrific defender at the center position who would fit really well within any defensive scheme. His rim protection is extremely high level despite his relative lack of size for the center position due to his vertical pop. But he can also play in a switching scheme, or one that involves more of a shell coverage, or flat coverage out on ball-screens. He’s very mobile and versatile. He’s a smart player offensively. He can rim run, and he’s unselfish with some ability to short roll into the midrange, or to play in the dunker spot. Okongwu was also extremely productive this year, averaging over 16 points, eight rebounds and three blocks while shooting over 60 percent from the field. The only true hole here is in regard to his jumper. He’s not really a shooter right now, which is something that would really help his game, given that I don’t think he’s a particularly instinctive passer or playmaker with ball in hand. Really, he’s just an exceptional play finisher around the rim right now with terrific defensive upside. Okongwu could also be the perfect center pairing to mix with Thomas Bryant and Moe Wagner inside. Both of those guys are offense-first floor-spacers, whereas Okongwu is a power defense-first guy. Defensively, he can slide his feet on the perimeter, and his presence would really be helpful to John Wall as a rim-running threat that neither Bryant nor Wagner provide. He’s also the kind of high-character player that Tommy Sheppard has tried to look for since taking over, while also giving them a bit of an edge due to his motor and aggressiveness. This would be a major win for the Wizards.  Sign me up for that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 On 8/20/2020 at 9:18 PM, Renegade7 said: What do I'll think of this guy?  http://www.tankathon.com/players/aaron-nesmith  I didn't watch him so I have no first hand opinion. But he sounds like a good pick for us. According to the draftniks he's a sweet shooting kid with great character. A big time shooter at the wing would really help. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 6-9 center that can’t pass, shoot, or dribble?  Just how bad is this draft class? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020  He looks pretty awesome in this video. Shot looks pure and he's got some bounce as a finisher. Looks like an NBA player to me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 8 minutes ago, Destino said: 6-9 center that can’t pass, shoot, or dribble?  Just how bad is this draft class?  Defensive specialist and rim runner. Sounds like a Montrezl Harrell type of sparkplug, but bigger and longer. Robert Williams but perhaps not a knucklehead. These guys can be very valuable as defensive anchors and tone setters. We desperately need to improve our defense and that won't happen without getting some foundation players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 Could be internet BS but I saw a 7'4 wingspan listing for Okongwu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 Dad wants to trade for Marc Gasol.  If I'm reading this right, he took player option so he's a free whent now, no?  https://www.spotrac.com/nba/toronto-raptors/marc-gasol-6122/  5 - Gasol 4 - Rui 3 - Nesmith 2 - Beal 1 - Wall  That seems plausible and reasonable with Ian's contract coming off the books, right?  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 21 minutes ago, stevemcqueen1 said:  Defensive specialist and rim runner. Sounds like a Montrezl Harrell type of sparkplug, but bigger and longer. Robert Williams but perhaps not a knucklehead. These guys can be very valuable as defensive anchors and tone setters. We desperately need to improve our defense and that won't happen without getting some foundation players. You’re right, the need exists, but I just hate to spend a 9th overall pick for an energy big.  Especially if he can’t pass very well, which is the saving grace of bigs that can’t dribble or shoot.  In the modern nba that puts his upside at bench player.    1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Going Commando Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 Harrell is a 6moy finalist on a contender. That's worthy value for a late lotto pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted August 22, 2020 Share Posted August 22, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, stevemcqueen1 said: He looks pretty awesome in this video. Shot looks pure and he's got some bounce as a finisher. Looks like an NBA player to me.  I didnt see any defensive highlights in that clip and scouting report says he's weak on defense.  This pretty much guarantees he'll be a Wizard, put money on it. First to 100 wins, bring it. 15 minutes ago, stevemcqueen1 said: Harrell is a 6moy finalist on a contender. That's worthy value for a late lotto pick.  I still have to get used to top 10 picks still being valuable as bench players, it's possible, but I want no part of it when they start holding teams hostage for max. *cough Otto Porter Edited August 22, 2020 by Renegade7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade7 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 Â 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 Â why you ask? Â Because this. Â Â 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Do Itch Big Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 Been waiting on this to be posted all day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hersh Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 Wall for Westbrook. Done.  So it's not new that John Wall does this but damn, that's not a good look for the face of a franchise. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry.Randolphe Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 (edited) Oh boy....so we go from Arenas/Crittendon with guns in the locker room to our franchise player throwing up gang signs/high as **** Â Edited September 14, 2020 by Barry.Randolphe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purbeast Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 What a ****ing idiot Wall ... come on man. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatteredFanSyndrome Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 John Wall trying his hardest to make Colin Cowherd look right.  🤔 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRAVEONAWARPATH Posted September 14, 2020 Author Share Posted September 14, 2020 (edited) Â Â It's not a good look but yeah, I don't really care. Â When John's accused of committing actual crimes then talk to me. Â Otherwise, whatever... Â Â Edited September 14, 2020 by BRAVEONAWARPATH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abdcskins Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 I've been over John Wall for a while. Incredibly overrated player. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destino Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 I enjoy rooting for Wall and watching him play, but gang affiliation is disappointing.  How could it not be?  Human trafficking, drug trafficking, murder, and massive amounts of crime in general.  There’s nothing ok about being associated with that garbage.  It undercuts all the good he tries to do.  1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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