I think Dunn is testing himself into the first round.
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Sher Thing said:
I think Dunn is testing himself into the first round.
Same. I think he goes in the 20s.
Both our seconds to Phoenix for their #22. Get off some guaranteed salary and luxury tax and they get two guys for the roster cheaper than veterans.
Take Dunn, Devin Carter, mcCain, or Missi
Take Dunn, Devin Carter, mcCain, or Missi
Topic just got injured and carried off the court during his game in Europe. Kid seems to be made of glass. Terrible timing.
Looks like a knee injury.
Looks like a knee injury.
Sher Thing said:
Topic just got injured and carried off the court during his game in Europe. Kid seems to be made of glass. Terrible timing.
Looks like a knee injury.
His vertical is smaller than Rob's waist
Was hoping Washington would take Topic 2. Damn.
Sher Thing said:
Was hoping Washington would take Topic 2. Damn.
They still might.
I think he's probably done. Might even re-classify to 2025 draft.
Ughhhh that sucks.
Poor kid. It was his dream to play for red star. He moved up from Mega to do that. He barely got to play and tanked his draft stock in the process. Some risks don't pay off but you feel for him.
Have we gotten Castle's correct measurements yet?
Nothing official but there's this:
For those worried about Stephon Castle's initial NBA Draft Combine measurements, past for him was 6'4.5" without shoes, 208 lbs, 6'9" wingspan and 8'6" standing reach. Also see some notably smaller reaches on some players that I have past measurements for.
— Michael Visenberg (@NBADraftMikeyV) May 13, 2024
Sher Thing said:
Nothing official but there's this:For those worried about Stephon Castle's initial NBA Draft Combine measurements, past for him was 6'4.5" without shoes, 208 lbs, 6'9" wingspan and 8'6" standing reach. Also see some notably smaller reaches on some players that I have past measurements for.
— Michael Visenberg (@NBADraftMikeyV) May 13, 2024
I'm in at 6'5 210 with 6'9 wingspan and 37" vertical
Knect can learn to play defense with that athletism. He wasn't asked to play it in college since he was carrying the team on his back.
Guitarsoup said:Sher Thing said:
Nothing official but there's this:For those worried about Stephon Castle's initial NBA Draft Combine measurements, past for him was 6'4.5" without shoes, 208 lbs, 6'9" wingspan and 8'6" standing reach. Also see some notably smaller reaches on some players that I have past measurements for.
— Michael Visenberg (@NBADraftMikeyV) May 13, 2024
I'm in at 6'5 210 with 6'9 wingspan and 37" vertical
I wonder how far in the past those measurements are? The shooting numbers he put up in the 3 point drill are very intriguing. Wonder if he's tweaked his form some since the season ended and is trending upward on his shooting trajectory?
One thing we should know from past drafts is that the Spurs will draft players that will put in the work to improve. I think Castle fits that bill. I think he's the one I really want.
Knecht is already 23. I understand the appeal but I would rather not.
Knecht is already 23. I understand the appeal but I would rather not.
Castle looks smooth AF.
Stephon Castle looking smooth during movement 3 drills. Closed this one making eight straight. Castle’s shooting one of the biggest swing skills in this draft. pic.twitter.com/nqBUn3gvTa
— Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) May 13, 2024
Guitarsoup said:
Castle looks smooth AF.Stephon Castle looking smooth during movement 3 drills. Closed this one making eight straight. Castle’s shooting one of the biggest swing skills in this draft. pic.twitter.com/nqBUn3gvTa
— Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) May 13, 2024
I know it's just practice but this dude checks so many boxes. He was on an upward trajectory for the year. He turns weaknesses into strengths. He played team ball at a winning program and has championship experience. He has great motor and steady temperament. And probably most importantly, by all accounts, has a crazy work ethic. Submit the selection to Adam Silver today already.
Castle and Knecht. That's who I want. But as the days move forward, both might not be available at 4 and 8, respectively.
Ya I hate to say it but Castle might be a great pick for SA. Checks a ton of boxes and seems like a bonafide winner.
Also if I were to pimp a reach pick for the spurs at 8, Daron Holmes. He screams "Bobby Portis" to me and like the ideal modern big (who can absolutely play next to the perfect modern big; Wemby).
Also if I were to pimp a reach pick for the spurs at 8, Daron Holmes. He screams "Bobby Portis" to me and like the ideal modern big (who can absolutely play next to the perfect modern big; Wemby).
Also interested in Yves MissiM.C. Swag said:
Ya I hate to say it but Castle might be a great pick for SA. Checks a ton of boxes and seems like a bonafide winner.
Also if I were to pimp a reach pick for the spurs at 8, Daron Holmes. He screams "Bobby Portis" to me and like the ideal modern big (who can absolutely play next to the perfect modern big; Wemby).
38.5" vetical
3.12s 3/4 sprint (faster than Carleton, Ron Holland, Sarr, and McClain)
6'10.25" (without shoes)
229.4 lbs
7'2" wingspan
Pounding the table, errr, rock over here for Castle. He's gonna look a lot like Kawhi in 2-3 years, minus the crappy knee and pita uncle. We gotta come away from this draft with this kid.
M.C. Swag said:
Ya I hate to say it but Castle might be a great pick for SA. Checks a ton of boxes and seems like a bonafide winner.
Also if I were to pimp a reach pick for the spurs at 8, Daron Holmes. He screams "Bobby Portis" to me and like the ideal modern big (who can absolutely play next to the perfect modern big; Wemby).
I think 8 may be too high but if they could trade their second rounds picks to move back into the late first, he would be a good take. Missi wouldn't be bad either.
In this draft, I don't think there is any way to know where players will go in the late first and second round.
A defensive lineup of Castle, Cissoko, Vassell, Sochan and Wemby would be pretty nasty.
Guitarsoup said:
Castle looks smooth AF.Stephon Castle looking smooth during movement 3 drills. Closed this one making eight straight. Castle’s shooting one of the biggest swing skills in this draft. pic.twitter.com/nqBUn3gvTa
— Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) May 13, 2024
Form looks good but slow. Still needs some work, but it looks better than Kawhi did coming out.
I'd go with Rissacher or Topic. Everything I read aboutg Topic sounds like he would be a great pairing with Wemby.
And I think Rissacher is the best player in this draft. His length, appears fluid, and looks like an NBA pro. Plus being from France and liked by Wemby is huge. I would trade both picks to get him at 2.
And I think Rissacher is the best player in this draft. His length, appears fluid, and looks like an NBA pro. Plus being from France and liked by Wemby is huge. I would trade both picks to get him at 2.
It would suck if the Rockets took Castle.
You saw Topic blew out his knee today, right?Earth Rider said:
I'd go with Rissacher or Topic. Everything I read aboutg Topic sounds like he would be a great pairing with Wemby.
And I think Rissacher is the best player in this draft. His length, appears fluid, and looks like an NBA pro. Plus being from France and liked by Wemby is huge. I would trade both picks to get him at 2.
Ag Natural said:
It would suck if the Rockets took Castle.
He's a bit redundant for what they have but he's definitely a Udoka guy. The rockets could go alot of different ways, either packaging that pick or some of their existing players for a win now player. They are a definite threat for Castle IMO.
Edit: I will say though I think they are more of a threat for Risacher. They need shooting but he plays D too.
I just saw that maybe 5 minutes ago. I've seen too many athletes come back after blowing knees. I don't think it hurts his stock much with how many players have come back after blowing a knee.Guitarsoup said:You saw Topic blew out his knee today, right?Earth Rider said:
I'd go with Rissacher or Topic. Everything I read aboutg Topic sounds like he would be a great pairing with Wemby.
And I think Rissacher is the best player in this draft. His length, appears fluid, and looks like an NBA pro. Plus being from France and liked by Wemby is huge. I would trade both picks to get him at 2.
Before the knee, I would have taken him at 4 if Rissacher was picked at 2 or 3.
After the knee, I would take
Rissacher if available, if not then
Buzelis, if available, if not then
I guess Castle, but I still think Topic is the better prospect.
Enzo The Baker said:Ag Natural said:
It would suck if the Rockets took Castle.
He's a bit redundant for what they have but he's definitely a Udoka guy. The rockets could go alot of different ways, either packaging that pick or some of their existing players for a win now player. They are a definite threat for Castle IMO.
Edit: I will say though I think they are more of a threat for Risacher. They need shooting but he plays D too.
Yeah I dont follow the Rockets much but they did pick a plus defenders with a questionable jumper last year. I wonder they lean more toward a Klingan to be Senguin insurance.
Rockets traded a couple second rounders for Steven Adams last year to back him up.
I think Clingan would be a great pick for them. They are going to need size to compete in the league for the foreseeable future. I know the fan base is hot for Sheppard, but as great a shooter as he is (and even in the light of his combine outcome today), its really hard to justify using a top 3 pick on him imo.
Guitarsoup said:
Rockets traded a couple second rounders for Steven Adams last year to back him up.
Some analysts think they also traded for Adams as a salary filler fore future trade opportunities. Regardless, he's not their long term answer at center.
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