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lol winner.

Good discussion about the top guys with some experts.

Very early but you see his dribbles. The young man is working. If he can add handles to his game, jackpot.

Good comparison. "Tilted towards offense"

1. Jabari wouldn't be bringing up the ball in that situation. 2. It was a good shot for him. He walked right into the 3; just missed it. They struggled against a set Celtic defense so in-transition is how they had to score. 3. Definitely a good question to ask on an interview.

I don't think the team NEEDs a 2-way alpha. Would be nice to have, but I'm confident in the core (Kelle/Franz/WCj/Suggs?/Isaac?) we have and think Jabari fits with any of them. He's a 2-way player, and plays with fire. Him gaining that alpha mentality will come with time and further development of his game; if it ever comes.

So, I was thinking about this video again this morning, and remembered what Givony wrote last week about Chet and Jabari: In that TMZ video, to me, if rumors are true, definitely looks and sounds like Givony's Intel is accurate; everyone knows Jabari going 1, even Chet knows. When he is asked, he can't bring himself to lie and lobby to be #1 pick when he already knows it's not happening. Junkie, I agree with you.

Agreed. I'm a Jabari/Chet/Shaedon guy. Going to be a wild 4 weeks.

Ask the best prospects and they have 2 answers...I'm the best player and should be #1 or I want the best fit. All training PR replies.

Bro, you're better than that. you know these kids are coached to answer questions like this. saves face for whatever franchise drafts him.

who will be better: Paolo or Franz?

So did Nick Young, lol.

Some good podcasts to listen to.

i think about this stat every year and why i was hoping for #2 or #3 pick. At this point, that drought has to be broken at some point; why not us?

I watched this last night and enjoyed the talk. I learned a few things. Skip to 15:15 for Magic specific talk (short). If you don't feel like watching, the former OKC scout says: - all signs pointing to Jabari going #1 - Paolo is a darkhorse for #1 pick. we really like him. - best skills = Paolo; analytics darling = Chet; best developmental project = Jabari - Ivey has Kobe-like mentality and Det has been gunning for him. - if OKC trades back, it'll be for Ivey

Jim!!!

well well well.....LFG! 1. Jabari is the best fit. Can't rely on JI's availability and health, so Jabari steps right into the starting PF slot. He's the ultimate 3&D option for us, and would feed off of our guards & Franz. One can question if it's wise to spend the #1 pick on a role player. If you've seen enough to comfortably build around Markelle/Franz/Wendell, Jabari makes perfect sense. Kelle/Suggs (*if shooting is improved)/Franz/Jabari/WCj....that is a perfect balance of everything; such a well-rounded lineup. 2. I love everything about Chet except his body. I worry about it. However, if the medicals check out and the FO greenlight's his selection, I'd be happy. Elite IQ, shot-blocking, shooter, awareness, and a straight hooper. He's also a super great fit. I've seen it said a few times the last couple weeks, but this past season with WCj/Bamba starting together was a trial run for how we'd potentially look with 2 bigs and Chet replacing Bamba. The feel for the game, defense, and shooting from a Franz/WCj/Chet front line can be something super special. 3. Shaedon Sharpe....man, I'd still consider this kid. In a league where guards/wings rule, he can be the one to elevate our potential future. I trust the FO and Matt Lloyd strongly consider him and would be just as happy as the other 2 options, if he's our pick. We're in a good position and looking forward to draft season over the next 5 weeks.

Give me Moody at 5.

That's the same comparison I have for him. Pretty spot on, IMO.

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hey...i'm here. that's all that matters, lol. the organization has to decide if they want to do a soft reset where they're still competitive next year or go all-in on a rebuild. I hope the Smart rumor is true and we can get him.