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If MKG slips to 5-6 we should trade up and get him.
« on: June 17, 2012, 11:03:19 AM »

Offline Smokeeye123

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Guy can be mentored by Pierce and become the next face of the franchise at SF. Reminds me of Andre Iguodala. If it means our 2 firsts and JJJ/Bradley I would do it in an instant.

Here is what nbadraft says about him...

Strengths: MKG is a strong, athletic small forward who possesses the intangibles that can't be taught ... He's at his best in open space, whether it's in the half court or transition ... While most use separation to rise and fire, MKG uses it to build momentum and fearlessly attack the basket ... Excellent finisher at the rim with explosive leaping ability, soft hands and the ability to adjust in mid-air ... Tremendous length allows him to effortlessly finish plays with dunks ... Also able to absorb and finish after contact ... Moves well off the ball terms of angling his cuts as a slasher ... Does not need the ball to be effective or impact a game ... Though not known for his jumper, showed some promise spotting up when his feet are set ... Strong, aggressive rebounder thanks to his relentless pursuit of the ball, non-stop motor and athleticism ... Lockdown defensive potential with the versatility to guard to 3-4 different positions ... Physical on-ball defender with a high awareness level off the ball ... Has a desire, intensity and will to win that elevates his status into elite level despite not having elite skills or potential ...

Weaknesses: Jack of all trades, master of none ... MKG's biggest weakness surrounds his inability to create his own shot in the half court ... Sometimes too intent on getting to the rim when a short pullup is the better play, which he hasn't consistently shown he has in his arsenal... Lacks range on his jump shot, and won't be considered a stretch-threat by opposing defenses ... Shooting motion has a hitch in it, which will be an issue as he looks to extend his shooting range ... A bit undersized at the next level to get the same easy buckets he got in college ... Could use some work as a ball-handler on the perimeter ...

They have him going 5th overall right now, but I think theres a chance the Kings go for Meyers Leonard to help Cousins in the paint. And if he slips to 6, Portland would definitely be open for trading as they have #6 AND #11

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« Reply #1 on: June 17, 2012, 11:13:19 AM »

Offline Who

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How does Danny trade up to the 5th-6th spot?

The team doesn't have the trade assets to do so (outside of Rondo).

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« Reply #2 on: June 17, 2012, 11:15:50 AM »

Offline alajet

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I still don't think he will be on board by #5. But who knows..

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Offline Yoki_IsTheName

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How does Danny trade up to the 5th-6th spot?

The team doesn't have the trade assets to do so (outside of Rondo).

This.

Everyone is overvaluing our roster. And the back to back picks for that matter.
2019 CStrong Historical Draft 2000s OKC Thunder.
PG: Jrue Holiday / Isaiah Thomas / Larry Hughes
SG: Paul George / Aaron McKie / Bradley Beal
SF: Paul Pierce / Tayshaun Prince / Brian Scalabrine
PF: LaMarcus Aldridge / Shareef Abdur-Raheem / Ben Simmons
C: Jermaine O'neal / Ben Wallace

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Offline Celtics4ever

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I seen a lot of MKG.   He always finds a way to contribute even when his game is off in an area he finds other ways to contribute.   If we move up to 5-6 then our target should be Drummond not MKG or Barnes.

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Offline tyrone biggums

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I seen a lot of MKG.   He always finds a way to contribute even when his game is off in an area he finds other ways to contribute.   If we move up to 5-6 then our target should be Drummond not MKG or Barnes.

This, Drummond could be like Cousins in a few years I think he might be an inch shorter but is still a big.

We don't have the ammo to shoot up to 5-6, the back to back picks will get us to the back end of the lottery (around 12-13) but not that high.