2015 Nba Draft Discussion: Russell, Nance Jr., Brown

There's no doubt about Okafor, he's solid in the paint. His average athleticism and attention to defense is a little off putting, but nothing a little coaching can instill, he is, after all, still a 7 footer.

My grasp on Johnson is a little higher than what this writer had to say. Why a 6'7 240lb SF is analyzed on his ball handling is a little strange, he still can do so, and in control from what I've observed. What he also forgot to mention is this kid's strength. He really moves people around with ease, and get's what he wants in the paint. Paired with Randle, they would be two SOLID frontcourt guys in terms of strength.

As expected, Russell's analysis is great. He's talented combo-guard with an offensive mindset. Not so much a leader in terms of a point guard, but he has those skills with his vision. Average athlete, but it works for him.

Towns is a little surprising, though, not really. Just where they place him on the board. It's always a gamble to take a big high, but it's also sometimes the biggest reward. He points out that he's a little awkward, "still growing", awkward stance. That sounds very Andrew Bynum to me. Big kid with a lot of growing to do in terms of game.

 

Check out the scouting report comparisons: Very similar. What I really like about Johnson is between the ears. Dude seems to get it. Imagine Kobe as his tutor! Kobe's never had the pleasure of having a disciple with Johnson's mentality, instincts, and work ethic.

Leonard:
http://www.nbadraft.net/players/kawhi-leonard

Johnson:
http://www.nbadraft.net/players/stanley-Johnson

BTW, I wonder if Russell could be Rondo with a jumpshot, but only an average defender and not a great one?

 

hmmm...I wonder why college hoops guys aren't as enamored with towns as I am. he looks like a beast in the making to me. sort of a smoother derrick favors. he can put on a big of muscle and still be able to use his quickness against nba bigs. plays hard, too.

 

let's wait for the Knicks and Philly to pass us in the win column before trying to win

 

Roster wise, we are the weakest in the league.
lets see how it plays out.

 

If things go our way we could have 4 picks in this upcoming draft...

 

Watching this Ohio State-Maryland game - Russell's gonna be a star in the NBA no doubt. Curry/Ginobli hybrid

Dominated that first half, scoring and passing

 

Russell is a stud. I think we have to land in the Top 3 to get him.

 

If we end up with the 4th pick I think we will take either Johnson or Mudiay.

 

I don't want Mudiay..give me Johnson at that point.

 

Yeah. Given all the scouting reports I have read the last few days, I would prefer Johnson as well.

 

I'll zero in on Johnson more...outside of Okafor, though, I'm taking Russell.

 

Of course, I am holding out hope we some how end up with one of the top two picks. I mean, the basketball gods do us something at this point right? Lol.

At that point we would be guaranteed Russell or Okafor. If Philly gets number one, we might even have a shot at Okafor with the second pick given the big men they have taken over the past two seasons.

 

Absolutely. My top two have not changed. It's Okafor then Russell.

 

I'm equally stoked for all top 5 guys in different ways, so win win.