[Dog_ShammdogParticipant]

Where would you like to see prospects go and why? Doesn’t have to be realistic. (I know, this is ridiculously long, I just love the draft, what can I say? I might even add more in the comments.)

-Michael Porter Jr. : Boston : I would love to see Boston bring him in. They’d probably have to give up Brown and some picks though. Brown’s been great and vindicated Boston for using a 3rd overall pick on him, which was seen as a reach at the time. I just believe that it’s going to come down to Tatum or Brown and it’s going to be Tatum they keep imo. A lineup of Kyrie, Tatum, Hayward, MPJ, and Horford has tantalizing offensive potential.

-Aaron Holiday : Phoenix: I believe he’s a fiery competitor player that plays with great energy and pace. Has thrived as a scorer off the bench and carried his team as a starter. I believe he fits well next to Booker with his ability to play on and off the ball. 

-Lonnie Walker : Spurs: Walker wasn’t in a system conducive to his skillset while playing alonside Bruce Brown. He’s a solid athlete and physical specimen with a solid looking jumpshot and legit upside. Like Dejounte Murray, I believe the structure of the spurs org could go a long way in helping him reach his potential. 

-Mitchell Robinson; LAL : He’s a unique athlete and possesses some crazy physical traits with his wingspan. His defensive instincts have received rave reviews and his shot blocking ability is almost innate. He runs like a gazelle and is very light on his feet. He’d be a perfect rim runner for Lonzo Ball with the potential to be more. 

-De’Anthony Melton : BOS ; Marcus Smart thinks he’s a max player and I don’t think boston’s on the same page. Melton could be the perfect replacement with his physicality and instincts on the defensive end. Probably the best passing lane defender in the draft who could have significant value due to his issues at USC making him slip on big boards. It just makes too much sense to me. 

-Kevin Hervey ; OKC : an under the radar guy from UTA who lit up the combine with his shooting and measurements. 6’7"-6’8" with a 7’3" wingspan (taller and just as long as Keita Bates-Diop), a feathery jumper, nimble feet, and natural touch when scoring the ball. I think he could take some of Roberson’s minutes as a 3 and D guy and potentially make him expendable. 

-Brandon McCoy : SAS : I would just love to see McCoy exceed expectations. He’s highly skilled and a pretty savvy player for his age and he outperformed Ayton head to head. If he had better feet and scouts though he wouldn’t be a liability when switching to the perimeter, no way would he make it out of the first round. But as it stands, he projects as a backup big that can’t be counted on for extended minutes due to matchups.

-Mikal Bridges : HOU : Harden and Paul dominate the ball and Bridges does as much without it as anybody in this draft. He’s a fiery competitor who has worked very hard to reach this stage of development and takes pride in his D. His shooting, defense, and the fact that he’s so ‘low maintenacne’ – if you will – make him a perfect fit.

-Jerome Robinson : SAS : Dude can flat out play. Smooth, cerebral scorer with eye opening athleticism who may benefit from the added spacing in the NBA. I think he’d be a perfect replacement for Manu. He can score from all three levels and make plays for his teammates, he’s super competitive and a good team player. All traits he shares with manu. 

-Khyri Thomas : Brooklyn : He’s been slipping on mocks a bit, but only bc he was prematurely elevated imo. I still like him as a prospect and believe he’s a high floor type of guy, but I also see a little bit of Wade Baldwin in him and his rise to stardom…. If he hits the ground runnin in Brooklyn, he could become a bonafide starting shooting guard in the NBA. Dinwiddie and Khyri would also make it so that there could always be a strong defensive shooting guard on the floor with D’angelo Russell at all times. 

-Omari Spelman : CLE : If lebron stays, I believe Spelman would be a great fit. Whether Cleveland still has love on the roster or not, I believe Spelman could add some rebounding, toughness, and outside shooting to the rotation. I’m kind of hoping Lebron stays but wants to shuffle the deck and move Love. I honestly think Spelman, who was just a 360 lbs fat kid a couple years ago, could become just as good of a player for the Cavs as Love has been if everything goes right. (definitely dont pick him at 8 tho) 

-Moritz Wagner ; MIA : Mo’s a gamer. He plays his butt off and is always looking to expand and improve his game. And as evident by his jumper, he is very capable of developing new skills. He’s somewhat athletically limited, but I believe he has just enough athleticism and dexterity to not be a complete liability defensively. An offensively competent big would be a breath of fresh air in Miami and I believe he fits the culture. 

-Landry Shamet : IND : Oladipo has established himself as "the guy" in Indy, and is a bit ball dominant for an off guard as he’s more of a driver/slasher than shooter. Shamet is a heady pg with size to play the 2. He’s also one of the best catch and shoot guys in this draft and may be the most versatile shooter all around. His athleticism is underwhelming, but his length, height, cerebral approach, and ability to read the floor make me think he can stick in the league.

-Wenyen Gabriel : OKC : Underwhelming college career but undeniable physical/athletic tools. Kentucky has gained a reputation for disallowing their players to show their full skillsets as well, which could bode well for Gabriel. I believe he has some legit 3 and D potential and could even be a small ball five. Could help on the offensive glass and all around defensively. 

-Gary Trent Jr : Brooklyn/Dallas : Just rewatched a couple Duke games and came away very impressed with Trent. His jumper is feathery, quick, and consistent. He just has a knack for scoring the ball and does so effortlessly. His game doesn’t rely on athleticism, but I don’t consider it a deficiency either. Duke played zone and his D is a concern, but his strong build and fluid athleticism should give him enough to get by imo. He has an NBA pedigree and I believe he has a higher ceiling than players like Jacob Evans or Rawle Alkins. I could see him being a starting 2 guard and intrigal piece on a contending team.

-Jalen Brunson : DET : A true floor general would be a breath of fresh air for the Pistons. Reggie Jackson is just not that and is quickly becoming a metaphorical tumor on that franchises spine (maybe a little harsh, maybe…). Brunson is already a consummate professional and could add an element of consistency and maturity to their young team.

-Melvin Frazier : PHI : poor man’s Mikal Bridges who could have some serious value in round 2. He can shoot off the catch, is a good team and on ball defender, and could blossom with time in an NBA player development/strength and conditioning program. Philly’s stockpiling top flight athletes and physical specimens, and Frazier would bring a defensive presence to the two guard position that they really need. I feel similarly about Okogie. 

-Rawle Alkins : GS : I want to see Alkins playing next to a scoring point guard(s) so that his playmaking ability is more useful. He’s not nearly the athlete or player that Iguodala is, but I believe he could play a very similar role. Iggy would be the perfect mentor and Alkins could fill a legit role as Iggy’s had trouble staying healthy of late. Put him on a 2 way and use him accordingly and hopefully he’ll be ready to take over for iggy when the time comes. 

-Kevin Huerter : DAL : DSJ and Yogi like to have the ball in their hands a lot, and Huerter doesn’t need it too much to be productive. His playmaking ability bodes well for playing next to a scoring PG like both of Dallas’s. He makes up for his lack of length by being a highly reactive player who is rarely caught out of place. The kid knows how to play and processes info on the court very fast. 

-Keita Bates-Diop : DEN : He’d have a chance to grow with the team and get early minutes. Has the size/length to play the 4 in the modern NBA and has the dexterity and lateral quickness to play the three as well. If he can develop his ball handling past one dribble pull ups, he could be a very good NBA player. He would add athleticism to their front court and fits well next to Jokic. Doesn’t need the ball too much to be productive either, and could be a very good offensive rebounder. 

 

[high floorParticipant]

He possesses the highest upside at #6 and Orlando needs a point guard. I know GM John Hammond likes length….. but I hope they draft Trae. Orlando needs a shot in the arm

[Jr. ROXASParticipant]

Miles Bridges – Orlando: The only hole the Nuggs have in their roster is at the SF spot and Bridges fills in perfectly. Confident shooter, athletic and strong, and fits perfectly to Malone’s free-flowing, high-octane system.  Basically a better Wilson Chandler.

 

 

[SubZeroParticipant]

Does anyone think Rawle Alkins would be a good fit in OKC? He probably won’t fall that far but Dion Waiters had some really good moments with us and we have one less ball handler now than we did then. He could help run the 2nd unit and take a Lance Stephenson role

[celtics1982Participant]

 Trading Brown and picks for Porter Jr. Is the dumbest thing ever. First why would you need to include picks? Second Tatum and Brown are the future and we can afford both. Just crazy all the way around.

[CU.LIONSParticipant]

 I agree with celtics1982, for Boston that would be bad, BUT I gave a thumbs up for great overall job.

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