NBA Draft 2019

**ehh** · 03-15-2019, 09:29 AM

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This dude is toying with people at the collegiate level. His defensive abilities continue to be criminally ignored. In an era where so many teams/fans/media are obsessed with two-way players, I don't know why Zion isn't being discussed as having DPOY potential. His potential as a switching and rotating menace at the next level is something we've never seen from someone so young.

I love his ability to see things one play ahead as well as his anticipation instincts. The ball never sticks in his hands.

**ehh** · 03-15-2019, 09:32 AM

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Originally posted by DieHardYankee26

If it can't be us, and dear god I want it so badly to be us, I hope the Hawks win the lottery. Him, Trae, and Collins would be crazy.

I like this approach. It's good for our mental health; start picking a favorite to win the lottery since we know there's no chance it'll be us.

**ojandpizza** · 03-15-2019, 09:53 AM

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Originally posted by ehh

This dude is toying with people at the collegiate level. His defensive abilities continue to be criminally ignored. In an era where so many teams/fans/media are obsessed with two-way players, I don't know why Zion isn't be discussed as having DPOY potential. His potential as a switching and rotating menace at the next level is something we've never seen from someone so young.

I love his ability to see things one play ahead as well as his anticipation instincts. The ball never sticks in his hands.

I'm slowly coming around on the Zion hype myself. Actually getting excited to see him at the next level. And I 2nd the post about him going to Atlanta would be much watch basketball.

**georgiafan** · 03-15-2019, 10:10 AM

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Originally posted by ojandpizza

I'm slowly coming around on the Zion hype myself. Actually getting excited to see him at the next level. And I 2nd the post about him going to Atlanta would be much watch basketball.

Yall now I would be all about Zion coming to Atlanta, but its not going to happen. We would probably trade the pick if we got it since Zion can't shoot.

**ehh** · 03-15-2019, 10:25 AM

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That'd work for me lol.

I'm at the point where I'd want the Knicks to trade up if (when) they don't win the lottery. If we can go from say #3 to #1 with a pick swap, one of Dallas' firsts, Knox, and if needed our 2022 or 2023 first I'd do it. I'm that sold on him.

**ojandpizza** · 03-15-2019, 10:27 AM

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Originally posted by georgiafan

Yall now I would be all about Zion coming to Atlanta, but its not going to happen. We would probably trade the pick if we got it since Zion can't shoot.

Wouldn't matter if everyone else on the floor could lol... Trae and Huerter splash bros 2.0, Zion is a Draymond that gets you 20&10 lol.

KG · 03-15-2019, 10:28 AM

NBA Draft 2019

Originally posted by ehh

This dude is toying with people at the collegiate level. His defensive abilities continue to be criminally ignored. In an era where so many teams/fans/media are obsessed with two-way players, I don't know why Zion isn't being discussed as having DPOY potential. His potential as a switching and rotating menace at the next level is something we've never seen from someone so young.

I love his ability to see things one play ahead as well as his anticipation instincts. The ball never sticks in his hands.

Kenpom was actually on the radio this morning on DC taking about how good his defense is. He said it was the key to Duke winning the title this year and like you said, something that hardly gets any love from pundits.

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**ojandpizza** · 03-15-2019, 10:28 AM

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Originally posted by ehh

That'd work for me lol.

I'm at the point where I'd want the Knicks to trade up if (when) they don't win the lottery. If we can go from say #3 to #1 with a pick swap, one of Dallas' firsts, Knox, and if needed our 2022 or 2023 first I'd do it. I'm that sold on him.

Suns landing the top pick, and trading it to the Lakers for a pick swap with Lonzo and Kuzma lol.

Lakers will have Ingram, LeBron, Zion, and a top free agent this year.

**DieHardYankee26** · 03-15-2019, 10:30 AM

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I forgot how trash the Suns still are smh... Winning the lottery should knock you out of the top 5 for 3 years or something. WE NEED THIS.

**ehh** · 03-15-2019, 10:31 AM

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Originally posted by KG

Kenpom was actually on the radio this morning on DC taking about how good his defense is. He said it was the key to Duke winning the title this year and like you said, something that hardly gets any love from pundits.

KenPom always coming correct. His impact/presence on the floor is impressive. At one point early on Duke was +14 with him on the court and -3 with him off it. He makes so much happen.

KG · 03-15-2019, 10:33 AM

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Originally posted by ehh

KenPom always coming correct. His impact/presence on the floor is impressive. At one point early on Duke was +14 with him on the court and -3 with him off it. He makes so much happen.

Yeah man. He’s a local DC/MD/Va guy I think so he’s on as a regular during the CBB season.

Agreed about Zion’s impact. He also seems like he has the right mentality too. Selfless.

What’s the knock on Barrett?

Lack of explosiveness?

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**ehh** · 03-15-2019, 10:34 AM

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Originally posted by DieHardYankee26

I forgot how trash the Suns still are smh... Winning the lottery should knock you out of the top 5 for 3 years or something. WE NEED THIS.

For real, while were in the age of lottery reform; you shouldn't be allowed to win the lottery in back to back years.

**jeebs9** · 03-15-2019, 10:35 AM

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Originally posted by ehh

This dude is toying with people at the collegiate level. His defensive abilities continue to be criminally ignored. In an era where so many teams/fans/media are obsessed with two-way players, I don't know why Zion isn't being discussed as having DPOY potential. His potential as a switching and rotating menace at the next level is something we've never seen from someone so young.

I love his ability to see things one play ahead as well as his anticipation instincts. The ball never sticks in his hands.

It's the hustle for me.

When people are saying he shouldn't come back. I laugh. People don't know Zion. Look at this play be low.
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How many superstars are making that play?

**ehh** · 03-15-2019, 10:37 AM

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Originally posted by KG

Agreed about Zion’s impact. He also seems like he has the right mentality too. Selfless.

That's one of the first things that stood out to me. Dude is NOT a diva. He plays hard, keeps his head down, and goes to work. His motor is ridiculous. He doesn't force things and fits into an offense well - moves the ball and makes quick decisions.

What’s the knock on Barrett?

Lack of explosiveness?

Shooting, consistency, figuring out how good of a playmaker he really is, bit of a rigid athlete. There's a ton of debate in this thread about him.

Separately, are you still following the Hoyas closely? My interest in college hoops has been relegated to scouting future pros and that's about it. Suffering through the occasional UConn game.

**ProfessaPackMan** · 03-15-2019, 10:47 AM

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Hey, you know the Nets never got the #1 pick after we lost 70 games, 10 years ago.

I think the league still owes us from that.

NBA Draft 2019

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