Following potential 2014 draftees

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tbh, if Gordon had a corner 3 and could shoot 70 percent from the line, then he'd prolly be fourth on my list. Right now, I just can't get thrilled.

 

[Dr. Jones]

tbh, if Gordon had a corner 3 and could shoot 70 percent from the line, then he'd prolly be fourth on my list. Right now, I just can't get thriller.

Really?

 

[The Midnight]

Yes. Not saying I want to give up Kanter either to make room for him. I would play him off the bench in the Evans role, but with more minutes. Would let him experiment with pushing the ball off rebounds, shooting the corner 3, defending perimeter and post, etc.

Then you're going against what he wants to do in the NBA:

“I can play the 3,” Gordon told me. “I know for a fact I can play the 3. I’m developing my shot every day and people will be surprised how well I can shoot it.”

“I have a lot more to my game,” he added. “If I am fortunate enough to make the next level, I want to play the 3.”

https://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/1629/goodman-can-aaron-gordon-adjust-to-playing-the-3

 

[Ferguson_Mellochill]

FWIW, Kawhi Leonard wasn't much of a shooter in college, and now he's passable. I'm too lazy to look up his college stats though.

 

[The Thriller]

He is the youngest freshman in college (turns 19 in September) highly unlikely he doesn't improve his shooting seeing as he doesn't have any major form flaws.

You are drafting potential, physical tools, mental tools, lock-down defensive ability, versatility, and incredible intangibles.

The Jazz have stated repeatedly that they do not want to develop a culture of losing. Drafting a project, like Gordon, would be exactly the opposite of what the Jazz have stated their objective to be. We don't need another player to take 3-4 years to find out whether he's a bust or not. While I have no doubt another year or two would do Gordon wonders, I really have serious concerns over his position and FT shooting. It is extremely rare for a player to go from 41 percent to 70-80 percent.

 

[Ferguson_Mellochill]

Mine today:

1- wiggins
2- Parker
3- Smart
4- Exum
5- Embiid
6- Gordon
7- Vonleh
8- Randle ( i never stopped believing until this past week.)

Drop Smart to 6 or 7, slide Exum, Embiid and Gordon up, and I'm on board. I need to see more of Vonleh though.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

Then you're going against what he wants to do in the NBA:



https://insider.espn.go.com/blog/jeff-goodman/post/_/id/1629/goodman-can-aaron-gordon-adjust-to-playing-the-3

I don't really care about position names. He can defend anyone on the court in the NBA other than big post-up centers. If he can develop his shot, then he will be able to play more on the perimeter.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

The Jazz have stated repeatedly that they do not want to develop a culture of losing. Drafting a project, like Gordon, would be exactly the opposite of what the Jazz have stated their objective to be. We don't need another player to take 3-4 years to find out whether he's a bust or not. While I have no doubt another year or two would do Gordon wonders, I really have serious concerns over his position and FT shooting. It is extremely rare for a player to go from 41 percent to 70-80 percent.

Gordon can contribute to a team right now, maybe not as a starter, but he would make your team better. Just have to use him right. Being a bad FT shooter only really hurts your team if you are playing in crunch time. It can actually help to start quarters off becasue the opponent will be more inclined to put you in the penalty earlier.

 

[The Midnight]

I don't know bro, take AK - for all the positives that he brings to the table, I cringe every time he shoots.



Now, IF he has Blake's potential offensively in the paint, then that's another story all together.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

Think it's funny how much people harp about wanting to have a better defensive team, but when it comes time to add an elite defensive talent people are shy.

Not advocating taking this guy over Parker/Embiid/Wiggins, but after those 3 he has the most potential to be a game changer.

 

[Fabtrey]

The Jazz have stated repeatedly that they do not want to develop a culture of losing. Drafting a project, like Gordon, would be exactly the opposite of what the Jazz have stated their objective to be. We don't need another player to take 3-4 years to find out whether he's a bust or not. While I have no doubt another year or two would do Gordon wonders, I really have serious concerns over his position and FT shooting. It is extremely rare for a player to go from 41 percent to 70-80 percent.

short sighted much? gordon immediately improves our D from day 1. with his athletic ability and desire to play D, he would instantly become our defensive specialist. culture of winning starts with defense, not offense.

 

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Think it's funny how much people harp about wanting to have a better defensive team, but when it comes time to add an elite defensive talent people are shy.

Not advocating taking this guy over Parker/Embiid/Wiggins, but after those 3 he has the most potential to be a game changer.

I, for one, am not "shy." I want a two-way player as a prize for enduring a season of donkey ****.

 

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And, I'm not stoked by visions of Haylinko and Ronnie Gordon, nah mean?

 

[Ferguson_Mellochill]

Think it's funny how much people harp about wanting to have a better defensive team, but when it comes time to add an elite defensive talent people are shy.

Not advocating taking this guy over Parker/Embiid/Wiggins, but after those 3 he has the most potential to be a game changer.

Exum says hi. Also, Gobert is an elite defensive talent.

 

[Jazz4ever]

drool

https://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=10624512

 

[Tony]

Front-court.

UHHH!!! URRR! !!!! ****

 

[fgcamel]

Think it's funny how much people harp about wanting to have a better defensive team, but when it comes time to add an elite defensive talent people are shy.

Not advocating taking this guy over Parker/Embiid/Wiggins, but after those 3 he has the most potential to be a game changer.

perhaps people are hoping that being a better defensive team will come from the new coach next year rather than a player.

 

[Fabtrey]

Exum says hi. Also, Gobert is an elite defensive talent.

i wouldn't go that far. problem with gorbert is that he is too slow, too weak, and he can't play more than 35 min. his size and length is his weapon. and that's not good enough. stamina is critical for guys like gorbert. that's why you see so many back up 7ft+ guys come in and make an impact for first 4-5 min in the 2nd qtr and never look the same in the 2nd half. if you increase his minute, he won't last long in this league. there is a reason why he isn't playing consistent minutes.

he is talented no doubt(size is a talent), but i've seen too many Goberts out there who just doesn't pan out. in order for him to be a consistent starter in this league, he needs to get stronger, work on his endurance, and have a respectable offense. not gonna lie. it's gonna be a tough road for him especially when the small ball is rampant in today's league.

 

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Gobert might be the fastest true 7 footer in the league. check yoself.

 

[Hantlers]

Exum says hi. Also, Gobert is an elite defensive talent.

I'm not so sure you know what the word "elite" means.