[mrist111Participant]

Here is an article I found on the site, http://www.mentorsports.com/nbadraftblog/ I don’t know if anybody has seen this site but it is pretty interesting. The site created a draft formula that seems to be somewhat accurate. I mostly just lurk here but I thought this was worth a read. As you can see some players like Henzonja and Dekker are not on here because they did not grade out well on the formula. Here is some of it, it’s easier to read on the site.

 

2015 Top 20 (with comparisons)

  June 2, 2015

  This draft is incredibly deep and very strong in my opinion. There is no Anthony Davis or Kevin Durant in this draft but according to the rankings there will be plenty of all-stars and even a few possible superstars in this draft. The top 5 I have ranked are all possible superstars, and then the next 15 all have all-star potential in my opinion. With no further ado, here’s the top 20.

  Tier 1

  1.Jahlil Okafor C (Projected Value/Impact – 0.87) Jahlil Okafor is the #1 player in this draft for me, it’s kind of close, but keep this in mind, Okafor was double and triple teamed every time he touched the ball and sometimes even before that. No other player in the draft can realistically command a double team being projected into the NBA like Okafor should be able to. That alone makes Okafor the #1 pick without question. I don’t like his defensive presence but it may have been to preserve him this year and keep him out of foul trouble. I can’t remember the last 6-11 player with a 7-5 wingspan that didn’t protect the rim somewhat; I think he’ll be fine in that department. I can’t really think of an accurate comparison but a fundamentally sound C, that has great hands, great footwork, an array of post moves, and just a player that you can dump it down in the post to and ask him to get you 25 points a night, this type of player goes #1 in every draft unless there is a sure-fire superstar coming out. I don’t see LeBron in this draft, so Okafor is the #1 player, it’s close but it’s not as close as most are making it out to be.Comparison- Tim Duncan with worse defense.

  Tier 2

  2.Karl-Anthony Towns PF/C (Projected Value/Impact – 0.84) Players 2-5 depends on what your team needs, I consider each of the players incredibly unique with all-star games in their future. All are possible superstars. Towns can play either PF or C and be incredibly productive at both in my opinion. His ability to block shots, rebound, score inside and out (even though we didn’t see much of his jumper in college, we will in the NBA), and the fact that he is 7’0 gives any team that drafts him incredible flexibility up front. Do you pair him with a rim protector for superior defense, or with a stretch 4 for a 5-out hard to stop offense? It’s hard to pass up on him at 2, unless your frontcourt is set. Comparison- Taller Al Horford/ Rasheed Wallace

  3.D’Angelo Russell PG/SG (Projected Value/Impact – 0.75) D’Angelo Russell is that rare player that you draft and the next day give him the keys to the franchise. He’s going to be whatever team drafts him leading scorer and/or ball dominant player for years to come. He won’t win by himself but drafting him is a pretty good start to any teams rebuild. A true combo guard, you could put him at either guard spot and he will flourish. He has incredible court vision and passing skills. With a perfect looking jump shot along with point guard ball-handling skills, if you are in the top 5 spots in this draft just be thankful. Comparison- Point Guard Manu Ginobili

  CONT…

[Dgtool2Participant]

Would like to have known more about the formula he/she used other than advanced stats, size/athleticism, and the eye test. I know they won’t give the exact formula but still. Just with the information presented, anyone could make up those numbers. Plus RJ Hunter was the highest at ,93. 

[Dgtool2Participant]

Would like to have known more about the formula he/she used other than advanced stats, size/athleticism, and the eye test. I know they won’t give the exact formula but still. Just with the information presented, anyone could make up those numbers. Plus RJ Hunter was the highest at ,93. 

[mike_r232Participant]

 I see you posted about this site last year around draft time.  Is this your site?  If so, totally fine to talk about the articles, but we’d like to know more about the formula without having to go to the site.

[mike_r232Participant]

 I see you posted about this site last year around draft time.  Is this your site?  If so, totally fine to talk about the articles, but we’d like to know more about the formula without having to go to the site.

[mrist111Participant]

It’s my brother’s site. I don’t think he comes on here too often if at all, but I come on quite a bit to read. As far as the formula goes, I guess it’s just one of those things that if you give away too much information than anybody could use it and steal it for themselves.

  I’ve seen the formula briefly and it’s pretty complicated but I do know that he uses a different formula for each position. He spent over a year creating it with trials and errors until he found one (or five) that makes sense and that he could understand what the final number means. (He’s also very good with numbers and aced every math class he’s ever taken.) For example, the highest rated player is R.J. Hunter but that doesn’t mean he should be taken number 1. Always do personal eye test scouting afterwards. But as far as R.J., my brother tells me he is a player to watch out for. No matter how far he falls he’s going to be one of the top 5-10 players in this draft barring any injury.

 Sorry I can’t provide more because I honestly don’t know that much about the formula plus he would kill me if I gave away anything.

[mrist111Participant]

It’s my brother’s site. I don’t think he comes on here too often if at all, but I come on quite a bit to read. As far as the formula goes, I guess it’s just one of those things that if you give away too much information than anybody could use it and steal it for themselves.

  I’ve seen the formula briefly and it’s pretty complicated but I do know that he uses a different formula for each position. He spent over a year creating it with trials and errors until he found one (or five) that makes sense and that he could understand what the final number means. (He’s also very good with numbers and aced every math class he’s ever taken.) For example, the highest rated player is R.J. Hunter but that doesn’t mean he should be taken number 1. Always do personal eye test scouting afterwards. But as far as R.J., my brother tells me he is a player to watch out for. No matter how far he falls he’s going to be one of the top 5-10 players in this draft barring any injury.

 Sorry I can’t provide more because I honestly don’t know that much about the formula plus he would kill me if I gave away anything.

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