NYRaider Posted September 29, 2020 Author Share Posted September 29, 2020 Tyrese Haliburton | PG | Iowa State Measurable's: 6'5" 185 | 7'0" wingspan 2019 Statistics: 15.2 ppg | 5.9 rpg | 6.5 apg | 2.5 spg | 2.8 topg on .504 FG | .419 3FG | .822 FT Strengths: + Good size/length for a PG + Extremely high basketball IQ + High level passer + Elite as a pick-n-roll ball handler + Good finisher around the rim + Elite in catch and shoot situations + Very good team defender + Potential as an on ball defender + Winning mentality / intangibles + Excellent rebounder for a guard Weaknesses: - Extremely unorthodox shooting mechanics that will limit his shooting ability off the dribble in the NBA - Will be limited as an isolation scorer in the NBA - Needs to add weight/strength - Only an average athlete - Limited upside Comparisons • Ceiling: Jason Kidd • Realistic: Lonzo Ball • Floor: Michael Carter-Williams Analysis: Haliburton is one of my favorite prospects in the class because he plays the game the right way. He's an excellent passer and thrives as a pick-n-roll ball handler, as he almost always makes the right read. You can make a strong case that he has the highest basketball IQ of any prospect in the draft and is a guy that makes the right pass, keeps the ball moving, and does the little things that don't always show up on the stat sheet. He's also one of the best team defenders in the draft as he has excellent instincts and communication skills allowing him to make proper rotations, be a pest in passing lanes, and ensure that his teammates are in the right spots. One of the most intriguing parts of Haliburton's game is that in addition to being an excellent playmaker he can also play off ball as he was elite in catch and shoot situations in college. With all of that being said the biggest knock on him is his limited upside due to his average athleticism and unorthodox shooting mechanics. He projects as a starter but will likely only ever be a high end glue guy that lacks All-Star or high end potential. He'll likely be limited as a scorer at the next level because he lacks the explosiveness to consistently get into the paint and score and his shooting mechanics limit what he can do off the bounce. Overall Haliburton is still a good value in the lottery for a team that's looking to add a playmaking guard. He'll bring a winning mentality to whatever franchise drafts him, be an effective playmaker and initiator offensively, and also help improve team defense. While he may never be a star he'll be a value piece for a long-time because he plays a winning style of basketball and has the leadership and intangibles that you can't teach. Team fits: Chicago, Detroit, New York, Phoenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 29, 2020 Author Share Posted September 29, 2020 Isaac Okoro | GF | Auburn Measurable's: 6'6" 225 | 6'8" wingspan 2019 statistics: Strengths: + Good strong frame + Good athlete + Plus-level on ball defender + Good team defender + Defensive versatility + Good handle + Playmaking ability + Flashed as a pick-n-roll ball handler + High basketball IQ Weaknesses: - Poor shooting mechanics - Struggles to shoot at every level - No mid-range game - Limited in terms of creating his own offense - Not a great rebounder for a wing - Average length for a wing limits his ability as a defensive playmaker Comparisons: • Ceiling: Andre Iguodala • Realistic: Justise Winslow • Floor: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist Analysis: What makes Okoro such an intriguing prospect is potential to be an elite defensive player at the next level that can guard the opposing teams best player every night and also has the versatility to switch 1-4. He has the strength and size to matchup with bigger wings but is also quick enough to stay in front of smaller, quicker players. He has an excellent basketball IQ and is a good team defender as well as a guy that typically makes the right reads and rotations. He projects as a plus-level defender and a guy that will likely be an All-NBA level defender sooner rather than later in the league. He has good size and athleticism for a wing but is limited somewhat in terms of length and doesn't have the same type of defensive playmaking ability as a guy like Vassell, but is still above average in that department. Offensively he's an excellent slasher a very strong finisher around the rim. He plays within himself and accepts his limitations, looking to get the majority of his attempts in the paint. The most intriguing part about his game offensively is his handle and playmaking ability on the wing. He flashed excellent passing potential at Auburn and was excellent as a pick-n-roll creator in limited situations there. The biggest knock on him as a prospect and what will really define his role offensively is his lack of ability to consistently hit jumpers from any area of the court. He has inconsistent shooting mechanics and struggled to shoot the ball from deep and the FT line. Either way though he'll be a guy that can help a team immediately and projects as a good secondary creator in the league with All-Star potential if he can clean up his shooting mechanics and become an average shooter. Team fits: Golden State, Chicago Cleveland, San Antonio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 29, 2020 Author Share Posted September 29, 2020 I've done 9 of my top 10 prospects plus Cole Anthony for @beekay414. If you guys want me to do any other prospect let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 According to a report from Sports Illustrated yesterday the Timberwolves are planning on taking LaMelo Ball #1. And teams have concerns about Anthony Edwards commitment to basketball and winning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beekay414 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 8 minutes ago, NYRaider said: According to a report from Sports Illustrated yesterday the Timberwolves are planning on taking LaMelo Ball #1. And teams have concerns about Anthony Edwards commitment to basketball and winning. I really hope they take LaMelo. I reeeeeeeeeally do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 1. Minnesota - LaMelo Ball | PG | USA 2. Golden State - Deni Avdija | F | Israel 3. Charlotte - James Wiseman | C | Memphis 4. Chicago - Tyrese Haliburton | PG | Iowa State 5. Cleveland - Obi Toppin | F | Dayton 6. Atlanta - Anthony Edwards | SG | Georgia 7. Detroit - Killian Hayes | PG | France 8. New York - Devin Vassell | GF | Florida State 9. Washington - Oneyka Okongwu | C | USC 10. Phoenix - Cole Anthony | CG | North Carolina 11. San Antonio - Isaac Okoro | F | Auburn 12. Sacramento - Patrick Williams | F | Florida State 13. New Orleans - Aaron Nesmith | GF | Vanderbilt 14. Boston - Precious Achiuwa | F | Memphis 15. Orlando - Kira Lewis | CG | Alabama 16. Portland - Saddiq Bey | F | Villanova 17. Minnesota - Jaden McDaniels | F | Washington 18. Dallas - Tyrese Maxey | CG | Kentucky 19. Brooklyn - Leandro Bolmaro | GF | Spain 20. Miami - Aleksej Pokusevski | F | Greece 21. Philadelphia - Desmond Bane | SG | TCU 22. Denver - RJ Hampton | CG | USA 23. Utah - Josh Green | GF | Arizona 24. Milwaukee - Tyrell Terry | PG | Stanford 25. Oklahoma City - Zeke Naji | FC | Arizona 26. Boston - Theo Maledon | PG | France 27. New York - Nico Mannion | PG | Arizona 28. Los Angeles - Jahmius Ramsey | CG | Texas Tech 29. Toronto - Daniel Oturu | C | Minnesota 30. Boston - Flip Petrusev | C | Gonzaga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 21 minutes ago, beekay414 said: I really hope they take LaMelo. I reeeeeeeeeally do. A core of LaMelo Ball, D'Angelo Russell, and KAT would be hilarious. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beekay414 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 6 minutes ago, NYRaider said: A core of LaMelo Ball, D'Angelo Russell, and KAT would be hilarious. Not a single one of them are interested in defense lol. I'd feel so sorry for Jarrett Culver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 29 minutes ago, beekay414 said: Not a single one of them are interested in defense lol. I'd feel so sorry for Jarrett Culver. And none of them play a winning style of basketball. Ball/Russell would be such a redundant duo as well they don't compliment each other at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beekay414 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, NYRaider said: And none of them play a winning style of basketball. Ball/Russell would be such a redundant duo as well they don't compliment each other at all. They do know there's only one ball to go around, right? Their team FG% is going to be a joke lol. Edwards probably wouldn't be any better in that regard but LaMelo is just...bad. He's going to be Anthony Bennett levels of bad as a #1 pick. Imagine taking flashy MCW without defense #1 overall lol. Edited September 30, 2020 by beekay414 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 Just now, beekay414 said: They do know there's only one ball to go around, right? Their team FG% is going to be a joke lol. Edwards probably wouldn't be any better in that regard but LaMelo is just...bad. He's going to be Anthony Bennett levels of bad as a #1 pick. Imagine taking MCW without defense #1 overall lol. They kind of got a raw deal though because this draft sucks at the top. It wouldn't be a sexy pick but they should take Okongwu #1 if they're trying to build a winning team. At best he's Bam Adebayo but at minimum I think he's a better rim protecting version of Tristian Thompson. If they're going to build around KAT/Russell they're going to need plus defenders to make up for their defensive deficiencies. Yeah I'm not a huge fan of Edwards fit in Minnesota either but at least they're getting a talented player that's worth a top 3 pick. Edwards definitely has some upside as a scorer but landing in Minnesota he'd probably go down a similar career path as Wiggins did there. They're not the same in terms of playing style but as prospects they were both ultra talented players with questions surrounding their drive and desire to be great. They'd honestly be better off trying to package their picks for a player or move down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beekay414 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 4 minutes ago, NYRaider said: They kind of got a raw deal though because this draft sucks at the top. It wouldn't be a sexy pick but they should take Okongwu #1 if they're trying to build a winning team. At best he's Bam Adebayo but at minimum I think he's a better rim protecting version of Tristian Thompson. If they're going to build around KAT/Russell they're going to need plus defenders to make up for their defensive deficiencies. Yeah I'm not a huge fan of Edwards fit in Minnesota either but at least they're getting a talented player that's worth a top 3 pick. Edwards definitely has some upside as a scorer but landing in Minnesota he'd probably go down a similar career path as Wiggins did there. They're not the same in terms of playing style but as prospects they were both ultra talented players with questions surrounding their drive and desire to be great. They'd honestly be better off trying to package their picks for a player or move down. Or, if the Knicks are desperate for LaMelo, trade #1 for #8 and the Knicks 2022 1st (top 3 protection) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYRaider Posted September 30, 2020 Author Share Posted September 30, 2020 58 minutes ago, beekay414 said: Or, if the Knicks are desperate for LaMelo, trade #1 for #8 and the Knicks 2022 1st (top 3 protection) Timberwolves receive: Julius Randle, #8 pick, 2022 1st round pick (top 3 protected) Knicks receive: James Johnson, #1 pick, #33 pick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YogiBiz Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 56 minutes ago, NYRaider said: Timberwolves receive: Julius Randle, #8 pick, 2022 1st round pick (top 3 protected) Knicks receive: James Johnson, #1 pick, #33 pick No way the Knicks get rid of Randle's contract and move up to #1. That's just not plausible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beekay414 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 (edited) 6 minutes ago, YogiBiz said: No way the Knicks get rid of Randle's contract and move up to #1. That's just not plausible. What? James Johnson makes $3 Million less than Randle and Randle's last year is partially guaranteed at $4 Million. Minnesota definitely considers taking on a 2022 1st in a potentially loaded draft for that extra $7 million. That could be a huge asset in trade talks. Plus, there's a very, very real chance the #8 pick is better than the #1 pick in this draft. This is not the draft you want #1 at all. Edited September 30, 2020 by beekay414 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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