[qDizzle32Participant]

Chad Ford is listing him as a possible first rounder for this upcoming draft. Haven’t seen him play much this year but I’ve seen highlights of him showing off his athleticism and also has a great outside shot. Every year, there’s somebody who never even gets talked about as a first rounder all season long, who always sneaks in at the last minute (Tony Snell, Jared Cunningham). Could he be the guy?

[Forte IVParticipant]

A first rounder really? I personally don’t see it. He’s a 6’3 (possibly shorter) 2-guard who is shooting 36% from 3pt land which doesn’t stand out to me. He could potentially become a 2nd round pick once he’s a senior in two years but personally I don’t see him being a 1st rounder ever. Honestly, if he was taller he could be possibly considred, but his height is a factor.

[Forte IVParticipant]

A first rounder really? I personally don’t see it. He’s a 6’3 (possibly shorter) 2-guard who is shooting 36% from 3pt land which doesn’t stand out to me. He could potentially become a 2nd round pick once he’s a senior in two years but personally I don’t see him being a 1st rounder ever. Honestly, if he was taller he could be possibly considred, but his height is a factor.

[tbest23Participant]

Probably not this year for Baker as he’s just a soph. Jimmer actually put up surprisingly solid numbers at the rookie combine. His lateral quickness was even top 3 somehow, though it hasn’t translated to the league. But then again Stockton’s numbers were measured with a sundial and he was pretty darn good for a couple of years 😉 Let’s see him do it a couple more years and hopefully against better competition than what he’s faced.

[tbest23Participant]

Probably not this year for Baker as he’s just a soph. Jimmer actually put up surprisingly solid numbers at the rookie combine. His lateral quickness was even top 3 somehow, though it hasn’t translated to the league. But then again Stockton’s numbers were measured with a sundial and he was pretty darn good for a couple of years 😉 Let’s see him do it a couple more years and hopefully against better competition than what he’s faced.

[i’m jus so offendedParticipant]

From what i’ve heard, these “analysts” are bullish on him developing PG skills, making him a more intriguing prospect.

[i’m jus so offendedParticipant]

From what i’ve heard, these “analysts” are bullish on him developing PG skills, making him a more intriguing prospect.

[juves4783Participant]

yeah, they seem to like him as a pg.  seen a few games.  he does run the point quite a bit.  at his size, he’d be a decent sized pg.  the other thing i always think when i watch him play is it seems the dude has rajon rondo hands.  i might be tripping on that though.

overall, i think his bball iq, physical defense and work ethic are things that scouts love.  the guy was a walk-on that worked his way up.  think he’d be a quality role player and a possible late 1st rounder, but not in this year’s draft.

 

[juves4783Participant]

yeah, they seem to like him as a pg.  seen a few games.  he does run the point quite a bit.  at his size, he’d be a decent sized pg.  the other thing i always think when i watch him play is it seems the dude has rajon rondo hands.  i might be tripping on that though.

overall, i think his bball iq, physical defense and work ethic are things that scouts love.  the guy was a walk-on that worked his way up.  think he’d be a quality role player and a possible late 1st rounder, but not in this year’s draft.

 

[terrancebowerParticipant]

The only way I see him being a 1st rounder is if he stays a couple more years and developes into a big PG with scoring ability. I think this year there will easily be 60 players who declare who are better and have more upside than Baker, and I see him going undrafted if he declares. Otherwise I think he’ll be a lileky late second rounder in 2 years.

[terrancebowerParticipant]

The only way I see him being a 1st rounder is if he stays a couple more years and developes into a big PG with scoring ability. I think this year there will easily be 60 players who declare who are better and have more upside than Baker, and I see him going undrafted if he declares. Otherwise I think he’ll be a lileky late second rounder in 2 years.

[JoeWolf1]

 He’s going to have a tough time gaining point experience in game since he’s in the same class as FVV, but I could see him as a 2nd rounder at some point, not sure if I’m on the same page as Ford, though. Seems like a 4 year guy to me.

[JoeWolf1]

 He’s going to have a tough time gaining point experience in game since he’s in the same class as FVV, but I could see him as a 2nd rounder at some point, not sure if I’m on the same page as Ford, though. Seems like a 4 year guy to me.

[Aran SmithKeymaster]

Not a PG and not an NBA prospect. Not at this point in time. Bad info. Definitely not coming from any informed scouts…. He will be lucky to ever be drafted. Most likely a low level European player.

[WolfRobParticipant]

Not a fan of Chad Ford, Aran? Almost negged you, then I realized it was you lol just curious on your opinion on Ford..

[WolfRobParticipant]

Not a fan of Chad Ford, Aran? Almost negged you, then I realized it was you lol just curious on your opinion on Ford..

[Aran SmithKeymaster]

Not a PG and not an NBA prospect. Not at this point in time. Bad info. Definitely not coming from any informed scouts…. He will be lucky to ever be drafted. Most likely a low level European player.

[Dale WorthingtonParticipant]

Ron Baker is a freaking beast. Great energy and instincts. Very good size if he’s at the point. He’s got the basketball IQ to be a solid PG in the NBA IMO.

For what it’s worth, he was redshirted, so he’s already in his 3rd year, even though he’s only a sophomore.

[Dale WorthingtonParticipant]

Ron Baker is a freaking beast. Great energy and instincts. Very good size if he’s at the point. He’s got the basketball IQ to be a solid PG in the NBA IMO.

For what it’s worth, he was redshirted, so he’s already in his 3rd year, even though he’s only a sophomore.

[McDunkin]

 You better not ever neg Aran I DVR’ed nearly every one of Wichitas blowouts and Baker isn’t a pg he is an undersized yet versatile combo guard. Like other said I see him being drafted after his senior year(drafted and successful in the league are 2 different things) The deeper they got into the season the more Fred Van Fleet became responsible for point guard duties and running the team.

[McDunkin]

 You better not ever neg Aran I DVR’ed nearly every one of Wichitas blowouts and Baker isn’t a pg he is an undersized yet versatile combo guard. Like other said I see him being drafted after his senior year(drafted and successful in the league are 2 different things) The deeper they got into the season the more Fred Van Fleet became responsible for point guard duties and running the team.

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