2014 NBA Draft Discussion Thread

[Emmette Bryant]

This is the first I've heard of this guy.

http://regressing.deadspin.com/the-pleasures-of-watching-the-most-versatile-big-man-in-1522036632/@kylenw

[PickNRoll]

I'm liking Clint Capela more and more.  He is extremely ambidextrous.  If I never saw him take a jumpshot or free throw, I would've figured he was lefthanded.  It seems like he finishes mostly with his left and when he goes up for rebounds or blocks, he seems to favor his left side not unlike Joel Anthony for instance.  The most unique thing about his ambidexterity, as far as his position goes, is his ability to pass with both hands.  The number of bigs who can execute a nifty pass with either hand is extremely limited.  Even if it doesn't mean he's going to average 4 assists or anything, it shows a nice feel for the game.

As far as comps, I think he could be a Bismack Biyombo who can actually finish around the basket and also pass the ball.  That would be a very good player.  It wouldn't surprise me if he climbs up all the way to the 7th pick by draft time.  I wouldn't say he's any more riskier than players like Vonleh or Gordon because he's producing at a high level in a good professional league.  He's only one year older, bigger and has more physical ability.   

I don't know much about Capela, but his footwork and agility are excellent for a guy his size.  Great defensive instincts and hustle.

[TheTruthFot18]

Horrible friday! We beat the Nets while Kings, Jazz, and Lakers all lose. Painful.

bottom three in the east look taken but that fourth spot is between us and those three bottom teams in the west. Ugh

[Tr1boy]

This is the first I've heard of this guy.

http://regressing.deadspin.com/the-pleasures-of-watching-the-most-versatile-big-man-in-1522036632/@kylenw

Me too. Another clip below
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pDH91d3vY0Q


He looks/plays like Boris Diaw, but with better rebouding and shot blocking skills. Also similar to Royce White the way he can grab a rebound and go end to end like a freight train. His stats though its against lesser competition is nothing short of outstanding

Could be a steal in the 2nd round. Watch the Spurs take him

http://statsheet.com/mcb/players/player/towson/jerrelle-benimon/game_stats

[cman88]

Horrible friday! We beat the Nets while Kings, Jazz, and Lakers all lose. Painful.

bottom three in the east look taken but that fourth spot is between us and those three bottom teams in the west. Ugh

dont worry. we have some tough games coming up ahead! and we still looked horrible...its just that the Nets were worse.

[celticmania]

Rodney Hood = Klay Thompson

[indeedproceed]

Jabari, guys.

[Tr1boy]

Jabari, guys.

I rather have Wiggins or Embiid

[Tr1boy]

Wiggins goes off for 41 tonight. Thats nice

[KGs Knee]

Both Parker and Wiggins both looked excellent today. Wiggins has been gaining steam, while Parker continues to impress.

Don't think you could go wrong with either player.

[letsgoblue86]

Jabari, guys.

I agree with this.

[RebusRankin]

Wiggins

[Yoki_IsTheName]

Jabari, guys.

I rather have Wiggins or Embiid

I'd have any of the three.

They may not reach the expectations that a lot if not everyone has for them, but I think they are sure fire NBA contributors.

[BleedGreen1989]

Fran Fraschilla @franfraschilla

KU's Joel Embiid headed to California today to see back specialist tomorrow. Can't be great news even if precautionary.
12:05 PM - 9 Mar 2014

[Donoghus]

Fran Fraschilla @franfraschilla

KU's Joel Embiid headed to California today to see back specialist tomorrow. Can't be great news even if precautionary.
12:05 PM - 9 Mar 2014

Back woes are never good.