[F_DA_POParticipant]

Davis had another great game tonight and an even nastier highlight reel. I think Davis is going to be a great NBA player and a top 2 pick in the draft. That being said, a few people think this kid can only block shots and there isn’t really anything else that special about him.

What makes Davis special other than being able to run the floor and block shots? How can he silence the critics? I’ve been nothing but impressed with him, but a couple people I’ve talked to don’t think his game will translate as well in the NBA.

[TheLastWordParticipant]

He is incredible. Anyone doubting him will look very, very silly in 3 years.

[NashyMingParticipant]

I would take Anthony Davis over Andre Drummond.

Davis got heart and passion for the game, on the other hand, Drummond seems to have a on/off switch.  Drummond can dominate when he wants to but can be off when he’s not in the mood.  Davis just plays all out all the time, my only concern with him is for him being so thin, he may get injured playing in the post in the NBA.

[RUDEBOY_Participant]

1 of my friends say he’s the Superstar,that does the Garbage Work…..

Davis has those natural instincts,he sees the game must better then alot of other players..He seems to grab rebounds that look unreachable and he blocks shots that look out of his reach…Dude really understands how to play the game..Thats why even though he doesnt look to score in college,i think he has the ability to become a bigtime scorer at the next level,becuz of his versatility..

It appears that coach Cal doesnt run plays for him and even though he’s playing with other talented players,he’s still averaging most 14 pts….

[apb540Participant]

I feel like he is the kind of player who will develop a solid mid-range game. He was a guard for most of his life so I would imagine he can shoot. Plus, Josh Harrleson didn’t take many shots in college but he was raining threes against my Sixers a few games ago so maybe it’s just not what Calipari teaches his centers. 

 

[tbp82Participant]

That was by far the most complete game of any of  the top prospects so far. He dominated that game defensivly and was scoring on offense. As far as critics are concerned I don’t think there are a lot out there. Of all the top 4-7 prospects considered for this draft Anthony Davis is the one you hear the least criticism about. The overwhelming majority I’d say 80-90% of what you read about Davis says he is the #1 pick in the draft and a can’t miss prospect. 

[Tiger1313Participant]

Agreed, I think Davis is a lock for top 2 pick in draft if not certainly number 1. He has incredible length and timing on his blocked shots. I played against him on the AAU circuit just last year and he was bringing the ball up against us and hit numerous 3’s and long jumpers. Like others mentioned, I believe it is just the system he’s in that limits his offensive game as he does have impressive skills. Gonna be an multi all-star apperance guy IMO in the NBA. 

[Future_Scout]

 davis> drummond… neg me idc, im watching the conn. game and the only reason he would go no.1 is because of potential, much like perry jones going top 5. i have seen a bunch of kentucky games and the guy is on point. future DPOY.  

[tbp82Participant]

I wouldn’t base my choice on one game but Drummond has had a couple of breakout games while Davis is having a breakout season.

[uknationParticipant]

Davis is a monster. He’s still kind of raw on offense but he has the basics down in order to be a very good offensive player in th emold of K.G and he has the work ethic to get better

 

I also wonder why people worry about skinny guys getting hurt when most of the guy sin the NBA who get hurt the most aren’t skinny T.Prine has been skinny his whole career and doesn’t get hurt to much where as

 

Eric Gordan,Greg Oden seem to be injury prone and they have nice size for there position

[tbp82Participant]

I’m not sure Davis even needs to be KG. Maybe just a jump hook, a turndaround J from the block, and a Tim Duncan type jumper is all he needs to be successful on offense everybody doesn’t have to KG near the 3 pt line half the game.

[apb540Participant]

But why not at least try? 

[PulseGlazerParticipant]

Davis will be a superstar.  His drive is incredible. He may be overlooked by those that forget defense matters, but, well, defense really matters and he’s a dominant game changer there.

[OhCanada-Participant]

People arent wrried about skinny players gettig injured…they are just skinny. Skinny compared to other players, so there is a size difference. A size difference is not wanted for obvious reasons such as being completely dominated by strong NBA players. Davis should be able to get to a similar wieght as Bosh/Garnett and operate well. 235 pounds at the very minimum.

As for his offensive game I think people overrate it. Not saying it is bad by any means just I doubt he is an offensive threat like Chris Bosh in Toronto, or Garnett in Minnesota. I think to expect him to be an instant All Defensive Player camdidate (if his team wins), and average 17-20 ppg would be very good for any team that selected him with any pick.

[Future_Scout]

 davis>drummond

5 negs smh

 

[A Lil EnglishParticipant]

Maybe its cos u said "neg me idc".

Drummond’s stock went down Davis’ went up.. big deal.

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