Pootie Tang 44 Report post Posted June 5, 2015 For the third time - TOTALLY different players offensively. Victor barely shot 3s in college. Johnson is a 3 and D guy in college. What do we need more of at the 3 position? I understand that Johnson has a good shot from deep and that (along with his excellent defense) is what he patterns his game after, but he still needs to be able to finish at the rim, the NBA will take the 3 away from him if he can't beat his guy and put the ball in. It's worrisome for his longterm development, no matter how much we presently need 3pt shooting. Present team needs are not my concern when our team is so bad and needs talent more than anything. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catman 380 Report post Posted June 5, 2015 I understand that Johnson has a good shot from deep and that (along with his excellent defense) is what he patterns his game after, but he still needs to be able to finish at the rim, the NBA will take the 3 away from him if he can't beat his guy and put the ball in. It's worrisome for his longterm development, no matter how much we presently need 3pt shooting. Present team needs are not my concern when our team is so bad and needs talent more than anything. There are tons of guys who shoot 3s and don't take it to the rim that much. Kyle Korver can't even dribble. Also Stanley has a nice midrange pull up. Plus if you take the 3 away from him, he can pass the ball and wait for a better look. We have guys who can create off the dribble. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LaVar 108 Report post Posted June 6, 2015 http://www.draftexpr...Interview-5045/ Willie work out video. Jump shot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeHateMe 697 Report post Posted June 6, 2015 Just noticed this, but who voted for Myles Turner? That is bold. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catman 380 Report post Posted June 6, 2015 Nyce1 - click view and you can see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Murphy13 185 Report post Posted June 7, 2015 We need a star, best chance at a star in this draft where we pick is Hezonja. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LaVar 108 Report post Posted June 7, 2015 We need a star, best chance at a star in this draft where we pick is Hezonja. I agree with this, plus he will be ready to play on day one. He is not really a project like some other players. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catman 380 Report post Posted June 8, 2015 I agree with this, plus he will be ready to play on day one. He is not really a project like some other players. Im not sure about this. He did not log a lot of minutes in Euro ball and you think he will just come over here and play 82 games with no problem? I mean, we have to be realistic here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fultz4thewin 2,464 Report post Posted June 8, 2015 Im not sure about this. He did not log a lot of minutes in Euro ball and you think he will just come over here and play 82 games with no problem? I mean, we have to be realistic here. That's a fair point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LaVar 108 Report post Posted June 8, 2015 Im not sure about this. He did not log a lot of minutes in Euro ball and you think he will just come over here and play 82 games with no problem? I mean, we have to be realistic here. I see it like when T. Harris caming to Orlando. He will be in a different situation. We are developing our players, his Euro pro team has a vet playing system. If he does not log heavy mins, I still see him playing 82 games for 15-20 mins per game. He may not start right away but I see him playing. He played 15 mins plus, in Europe. Other points: He is coming from a two year pro system and is 20 years old. He has been playing against men for a while. He has an NBA body, a NBA role skill (shooting), and athleticism. Now Porzingis may not play. Does not have the strength and would be a tougher fit vs Mario. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justin Jaudon 221 Report post Posted June 8, 2015 Now Porzingis may not play. Does not have the strength and would be a tougher fit vs Mario. Porzingis has more experience than Mario considering he actually played decent minutes on his squad. I think Porz is a project, but he can probably contribute in a smaller role pretty quick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catman 380 Report post Posted June 8, 2015 Porzingis has more experience than Mario considering he actually played decent minutes on his squad. I think Porz is a project, but he can probably contribute in a smaller role pretty quick. Agree. I think a lot of people are expecting way too much from Mario based on a very small sample size of film. He is a pure potential pick, and that is the risk here. His attitude historically dictates he will be a bust. But he is still really appealing at 5 due to his talent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
