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In regard to the Russell/Curry comparison, somebody mentioned Curry is a once in a decade shooter. It's true and a very good point. Russell isn't the shooter Curry is and may never be. However, Russell might be a once in a decade passer and he's bigger than Curry. He has Jason Kidd-like feel for the game and passing ability. Add to that he is a very good shooter, and just as important, with his quick lefty release, can get his shot just about whenever he wants. He may also have a little James Harden in him in terms of his ability to get to the basket and both finish and draw fouls. Such a sexy prospect.
 
seattlejazzfan said:
In regard to the Russell/Curry comparison, somebody mentioned Curry is a once in a decade shooter. It's true and a very good point. Russell isn't the shooter Curry is and may never be. However, Russell might be a once in a decade passer and he's bigger than Curry. He has Jason Kidd-like feel for the game and passing ability. Add to that he is a very good shooter, and just as important, with his quick lefty release, can get his shot just about whenever he wants. He may also have a little James Harden in him in terms of his ability to get to the basket and both finish and draw fouls. Such a sexy prospect.
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whoever that is.... I trust him. Thanks for posting.
 
NAOS said:
whoever that is.... I trust him. Thanks for posting.
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lol. Must have been NAOS. If it was you, it really is a great point and despite the fact that when youo watch Russell it's hard not to be reminded of Curry, it may simply never be a fair comparison.
 
Checking the newest DX mock, Jakob Poeltl appeared in the '15 draft. This may or may not hint to something ;) But usually Givony is well educated about intentions of international prospect.

Just posted because I though that's interesting for all the Utes fans here.
 
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BTP said:
1 thing about the Greek league. Other than Olympiakos and Panathinaikos who figuratively and possibly literally represent the Greek billionaires who have never paid taxes in their whole lives, the rest of the Greek league is similar to the economic situation of the Greek government. And it shows in the talent that these teams attract nowadays.
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Yep, that's very true. Greek league is not as great as it used to be, but that's why you try to look at his games vs the best teams and he's been pretty efficient and prolific even against them. He's had great games both against Panathinakos and Olimpiakos, he also had a pretty strong showing against CSKA Moscow in their preseason meeting. He also played in the summer with the Bulgarian national team in FIBA Euro Qualies and faced against Israel twice. I know Omri Casspi is not known for his defense, but Vezenkov held his own against him. Scored 19 in one of the games and 20 in the other one.

In general he's been doing well offensively against any competition he's faced. I don't know if the jump to the NBA would be too big though.
 
Beer said:
Really don't want Winslow.
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I've heard great things about him. Every single thing I've heard about his character makes me want to get him instead of any of the other wings that might be available at our draft spot. From what I've heard he's a great team player and is willing to take on the dirty work, and all his teammates love him. I've heard that he's a gym rat, too. At this age and stage of his development willingness to fit in the system and working hard to improve are to a large extent more important than what his game looks like right now. He has all the tools, he has great size and built, he has great length and is above average athletically. I feel like with hard work and good development coaching he can excel at the next level.

His midrange game is quite horrible, but he seems to hit the 3 and is somewhat good slasher. He also is better passer than both Johnson and Oubre.
 
stitches said:
I've heard great things about him. Every single thing I've heard about his character makes me want to get him instead of any of the other wings that might be available at our draft spot. From what I've heard he's a great team player and is willing to take on the dirty work, and all his teammates love him. I've heard that he's a gym rat, too. At this age and stage of his development willingness to fit in the system and working hard to improve are to a large extent more important than what his game looks like right now. He has all the tools, he has great size and built, he has great length and is above average athletically. I feel like with hard work and good development coaching he can excel at the next level.

His midrange game is quite horrible, but he seems to hit the 3 and is somewhat good slasher. He also is better passer than both Johnson and Oubre.
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Have you heard?
 
stitches said:
I've heard great things about him. Every single thing I've heard about his character makes me want to get him instead of any of the other wings that might be available at our draft spot. From what I've heard he's a great team player and is willing to take on the dirty work, and all his teammates love him. I've heard that he's a gym rat, too. At this age and stage of his development willingness to fit in the system and working hard to improve are to a large extent more important than what his game looks like right now. He has all the tools, he has great size and built, he has great length and is above average athletically. I feel like with hard work and good development coaching he can excel at the next level.

His midrange game is quite horrible, but he seems to hit the 3 and is somewhat good slasher. He also is better passer than both Johnson and Oubre.
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I think he may be the best raw athlete of the wing prospects. He also has the most work to do. He has very little dribble-drive game, unless the lane is just so wide open that he has no choice. He seems to pause and think about it before releasing his jumper. He just doesn't seem to be playing with much confidence right now, except when he's in the open floor. That said, I have no doubt that with enough space and time to gain his confidence, he can do the things that Ronnie Brewer did for the Jazz, and he'll also hit a three-point shot when left open. I'm afraid that some defenders won't bother to switch onto him until he proves he's a scoring threat. He'd mostly be a corner shooter, and there's nothing Winslow will do offensively that Burks won't do better or more consistently.

Winslow is a tough dude, but I think given the Jazz's needs, I might take Booker or a more offensively developed player ahead of him. As unpopular as Oubre seems to be, he's made to play the NBA game and can do a lot of what we need without even making a whole lot of effort.
 
Looks like we'll be choosing later in the lottery of this draft. Shucks. Whomever it is I hope he plays solid defense.
 
Catchall said:
I think he may be the best raw athlete of the wing prospects. He also has the most work to do. He has very little dribble-drive game, unless the lane is just so wide open that he has no choice. He seems to pause and think about it before releasing his jumper. He just doesn't seem to be playing with much confidence right now, except when he's in the open floor. That said, I have no doubt that with enough space and time to gain his confidence, he can do the things that Ronnie Brewer did for the Jazz, and he'll also hit a three-point shot when left open. I'm afraid that some defenders won't bother to switch onto him until he proves he's a scoring threat. He'd mostly be a corner shooter, and there's nothing Winslow will do offensively that Burks won't do better or more consistently.

Winslow is a tough dude, but I think given the Jazz's needs, I might take Booker or a more offensively developed player ahead of him. As unpopular as Oubre seems to be, he's made to play the NBA game and can do a lot of what we need without even making a whole lot of effort.
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If we draft Winslow it won't be for his offense in general. I kind of think the same goes for Johnson and Oubre. I think the problems with his confidence came midseason when his shot just stopped falling and his midrange % is something like 18% or something of that sort.

To me Oubre is more raw than Winslow.
 
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