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Okafor wasn't doing the things Davis is doing at 19.
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I'm concerned with what Anthony Davis will be doing when he's 20 and 21. What he's doing at 19 is great, but I just don't see things the way you do.Originally Posted by PMatic
Okafor wasn't doing the things Davis is doing at 19.
Listen, I hope you're all right because I know I'll be watching him for at least the next 4 years. Trust me, if he's great, I'll be the first to eat the crow.Originally Posted by DaComeUP
If he never develops the mindstate of a 4 in the NBA (whatever that means), he'll still be an Elite defender that can change the game on the defensive end. He'll average double digit rebounds and be able to score 10 a game at least on offensive board/putbacks. Pair him with a PG that thrives in pick and roll situations then it becomes even more dangerous. And that's just if he never develops the "mindstate of a 4 in the NBA."
Originally Posted by FinallyFamous
Jordan taking Barnes? Wouldn't be shocked
Originally Posted by woody2626
Originally Posted by FinallyFamous
Jordan taking Barnes? Wouldn't be shocked
-_-Pretty sure Rivers got a promise from New orleans. Atleast that was the speculation.MKG against Beal tomorrow in Charlotte. Interested to see how that goes.
Man, you guys can slander AD all you want but to say he doesn't have the "mindstate of a 4" is ridiculous and honestly means you either haven't seen him play much or don't pay attention. Davis literally does everything you want a big man to do. Don't get caught up in this "guard his entire life" thing. All it means is he's versatile enough to pass, dribble and shoot well. He takes pride on defense. Defends the rim. Shuts down the pick and roll. Blocks shots and keeps them inbounds. Crashes the glass on offense and defense. Never takes a play off.Originally Posted by doyung9
Because I feel like they'll do something STUPID at #10 after picking Davis.Originally Posted by Kevin Cleveland
You don't see it with Davis, but Barnes and Rivers are helping to lead the Hornets towards Thunder-like success in a few years...?Almost like, 'we got him, let's draft marquis teague' ... who's not bad, but not the #10 pick.
My worry is that like you said, he was 6'3 two years ago. Everyone's been feeding me the "he's been a guard his entire life, he can shoot, dribble etc."... but what if he never truly develops the mindstate of a 4 in the NBA? This isn't gonna be like college. Reggie Evans is not going to move when Anthony Davis starts his backdown.
I get it, I get it. The potential (which is overrated in all forms of drafting in all sports) is through the roof. Could be the next KG, DIRK, DURANT (continue list of 6'10 athletes who can shoot, dribble, lead). But what if he's the next Emeka Okafor?
he's up for a new contract, and he prob won't get what he wants...Originally Posted by RetroBaller
Originally Posted by woody2626
Originally Posted by FinallyFamous
Jordan taking Barnes? Wouldn't be shocked
-_-Pretty sure Rivers got a promise from New orleans. Atleast that was the speculation.MKG against Beal tomorrow in Charlotte. Interested to see how that goes.
Rivers and NO? They going to move Gordon?
I think he'll get around what he wants, the question really is whether or not he actually wants to stay in NO.Originally Posted by DoItAllPaul
he's up for a new contract, and he prob won't get what he wants...Originally Posted by RetroBaller
Originally Posted by woody2626
-_-Pretty sure Rivers got a promise from New orleans. Atleast that was the speculation.MKG against Beal tomorrow in Charlotte. Interested to see how that goes.
Rivers and NO? They going to move Gordon?
Originally Posted by thekillerj23
Why do Cavs want Barnes so much, why can't we just try to get Beal SMH
Originally Posted by Executive76
I don't understand the Davis doubt. Reminds me of last year...
Originally Posted by mgrand15
Man, you guys can slander AD all you want but to say he doesn't have the "mindstate of a 4" is ridiculous and honestly means you either haven't seen him play much or don't pay attention. Davis literally does everything you want a big man to do. Don't get caught up in this "guard his entire life" thing. All it means is he's versatile enough to pass, dribble and shoot well. He takes pride on defense. Defends the rim. Shuts down the pick and roll. Blocks shots and keeps them inbounds. Crashes the glass on offense and defense. Never takes a play off.Originally Posted by doyung9
Because I feel like they'll do something STUPID at #10 after picking Davis.Originally Posted by Kevin Cleveland
You don't see it with Davis, but Barnes and Rivers are helping to lead the Hornets towards Thunder-like success in a few years...?Almost like, 'we got him, let's draft marquis teague' ... who's not bad, but not the #10 pick.
My worry is that like you said, he was 6'3 two years ago. Everyone's been feeding me the "he's been a guard his entire life, he can shoot, dribble etc."... but what if he never truly develops the mindstate of a 4 in the NBA? This isn't gonna be like college. Reggie Evans is not going to move when Anthony Davis starts his backdown.
I get it, I get it. The potential (which is overrated in all forms of drafting in all sports) is through the roof. Could be the next KG, DIRK, DURANT (continue list of 6'10 athletes who can shoot, dribble, lead). But what if he's the next Emeka Okafor?
That's like saying KG doesn't have the mindstate of a 4 because he could shoot and pass.
The issue of AD's weight is way overblown. He has wide shoulders and a good frame for putting on weight. Also, as important as being muscular is, being mentally tough enough to battle is probably more important. He played against plenty of heavy guys in college and never backed down. He might struggle to stay out of foul trouble but I don't see how this kid can be a bust.
Kansas forward Thomas Robinson is expected to go second overall to the Bobcats, and while it’s difficult to decipher smokescreens from truth this time of year, the Wizards have made it clear they won’t let Michael Kidd-Gilchrist fall beyond them at No. 3.
http://www.ohio.com/sport...-cavs-attention-1.314630
Originally Posted by DoubleJs07
Kansas forward Thomas Robinson is expected to go second overall to the Bobcats, and while it’s difficult to decipher smokescreens from truth this time of year, the Wizards have made it clear they won’t let Michael Kidd-Gilchrist fall beyond them at No. 3.