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Jazzfanz said:
They won't have money for Howard, nor the assets to trade for him! This is what I hope happens;

Howard gets traded to NJ for Brook Lopez, Kris Humphries(once resigned), Morrows, and 2 picks. Dwill then signs a 5 year max deal, thinking it's going to be him and Howard for the next 5 years. NJ misses the playoffs. Howard opts not to sign a new contract and Dwill is stuck in NJ with no hope in sight :)
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You're a jerk.
 
Cousinsfan11 said:
I definitely like the idea of drafting Terrence Jones at #6, so I decided to take a look at the comparison of Lamar Odom coming out of college.

Lamar Odom
Rhode Island
SF/PF

Odom is projected as a small forward, but can also play both guard spots. Left Rhode Island after his sophomore year, in which he averaged 17.6 points, 9.4 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.5 blocks per game. There has been some question of his work ethics, at 6-9 and 230 lbs, if you look at all the guys in the draft, he's a guy that can help his teammates get open shots and looks. Odom can get into the post and score over players. If he's double-teamed, he can find the open man on the perimeter, also Odom can help you bring the ball up the floor.

Terrence Jones
Kentucky
SF/PF

Jones makes prudent decisions passing out of double teams, possessing a multi-faceted set of skills. Sometimes he is forced into the post out of necessity for UK, regardless Jones has done an admirable job playing out of his comfort zone. Displays good patience down low, with surprisingly good footwork and ability to finish over either shoulder. Despite being 6-9 and weighing 244 lbs, Jones has instant fast break potential with his ability to handle and push the rock in transition. Averaging 15.7 points, 8.8 rebounds, 1.9 blocks, and 1.5 assists per game as a freshman.
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Interesting. What's the deal with his unorthodox shot? It doesn't look off to me, but then again, Ronnie Brewer is my benchmark, so anyone's shot will look better.
 
Zerol said:
You don't think the Magic would take Bynum, Artest or Odom and a 1st round pick for Howard and fillers?
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If im Orlando, I pull a Utah and send him to New Jersey. He, Dwill, and Outlaw. Wow what a core :) And why would Orlando do Howard any favors? Bynum=bad knees, Odom can be a difference maker but he's 31, Artest has taken a step back, since joining LA. and the pick is not even worth talking about.

I would still be more inclined to deal him for Lopez, Humphries, Morrows, Picks and Money. Orlando gets younger and a few decent pieces with potential.
 
CALJAZZFAN said:
Interesting. What's the deal with his unorthodox shot? It doesn't look off to me, but then again, Ronnie Brewer is my benchmark, so anyone's shot will look better.
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I dont claim to be an expert, but I have watched a lot of T Jones. Really his only weakness is his shot. watch enough an dyou will be able to tell. He can of winds up on it. He needs to pull the trigger much faster in the NBA. This is strictly with his set up jump shots. Around the rim he is very fluid.
 
DraftExpress have us drafting Biyimbo at #6 and Leonard at #12. The athleticism would have been taken care of but we would still need to find shooting somewhere
 
Chad Feldheimer said:
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"Never tell me the odds" - Han Solo
 
I really like Leonard.... Gerald Wallace anyone?

Relentless competitor. Will play sick and injured. Something we haven't had @ SF for a really long time. It would be so refreshing to see a Utah Jazz SF play with some intensity, strength, and toughness after watching so many years of the complete opposite.

Can jump out the gym, run like a deer, lock people down defensively, and can finish at the rim as well as anyone in college. I'd love this draft if we ended up with some size (Biyombo or someone big) and Leonard.

We'd still really lack a good outside shooter. But I'm not really sure there are many of those in this draft... At least this year we hopefully can address size, interior defense, and speed on the perimeter.
 
jazzrule said:
On the downside, Biyombo is a very poor passer. He registered an assist on just 4% of his possessions, ranking him amongst the worst in this category in the ACB.

His desire to make his presence felt, while an admirable trait, tends to work against him in this regard, especially when looking at his turnover rate, which is fairly high relative to his usage.

This is where his lack of experience shows the most. It's not rare to see him barrel into opponents, get called for traveling violations or have the ball stripped due to his somewhat weak hands. Additionally, he doesn't show anything resembling a jump shot at the moment and converts just 53% of his free throw attempts. While his touch is not bad, his shooting mechanics are a bit rigid, something he'll need to work on to become at least a capable threat from the mid-range area.
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Hmmmmmmmmmmm No - I don't think I want him at 6, maybe at 12.
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Everyone outside of Irving has some major flaws. These are valid points, but they don't knock him out of the 6th slot in this weak draft.
If you look at the entire picture he is still a valid choice at #6.
 
The Thriller said:
I really like Leonard.... Gerald Wallace anyone?

Relentless competitor. Will play sick and injured. Something we haven't had @ SF for a really long time. It would be so refreshing to see a Utah Jazz SF play with some intensity, strength, and toughness after watching so many years of the complete opposite.

Can jump out the gym, run like a deer, lock people down defensively, and can finish at the rim as well as anyone in college. I'd love this draft if we ended up with some size (Biyombo or someone big) and Leonard.

We'd still really lack a good outside shooter. But I'm not really sure there are many of those in this draft... At least this year we hopefully can address size, interior defense, and speed on the perimeter.
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Leonard isn't a freakish leaper like Gerald Wallace. I see him as more of a slightly quicker, much less crazy Ron Artest.
 
Qman said:
Leonard isn't a freakish leaper like Gerald Wallace. I see him as more of a slightly quicker, much less crazy Ron Artest.
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What position would he play in the NBA? As a 4 he is undersized. As a wing he is not that great of a shooter.
 
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