NFT: NBA Draft Thread

really embarrass me some times. I could easily believe it's a bunch of paid actors if I didn't actually know people who behave that way.

In comment 13996866 Ten Ton Hammer said:

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really embarrass me some times. I could easily believe it's a bunch of paid actors if I didn't actually know people who behave that way.

Yeah, most of those fans go there just to boo the pick, knowing it's an easy way to get on TV. Jets fans do it, too. It's embarrassing. We all have our favorites, but the Knox pick has been well-received overall.

He was in to the Knox pick, feels the Knicks just couldn't take the chance on MPjr
He says the Knicks and especially Fiz fell in love with Knox after the workout, supposedly he really wowed them with his athleticism and ability to post up a bit and shot.
Wally came on later and is a better source because he does a ton of college hoops for the CBS networks. He seemed to like the pick but says Knox needs a lot of work. He agreed you just can't take an 18 year old with chronic back problems that high.

In comment 13996866 Ten Ton Hammer said:

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really embarrass me some times. I could easily believe it's a bunch of paid actors if I didn't actually know people who behave that way.

The father son combo that sucked when KP was drafted suck even more now. Of course ESPN cameras are all over them. I don�t know why some nyc fans relish playing the heel role but they come across looking very foolish. The kid looked like he was going to cry.... again.

Booing the shit out of a Kentucky stud prospect that is now a Knick...... bright idea their Knicks fans... fucking assholes.

Courtney Lee?

-Stan

is gonna steal Robert Williams.

fucking damnit of course the Celtics get Robert Williams.

as long as it's not #1 overall. They just add a stud every year.

Go look at our last 30 years of draft picks (since Strickland in 1988) and other than KP (and Frank to be determined) there isn�t one that�s worth a shit. Let�s hope Knox changes it.

they had a stable and very bright guy in Ainge running things. Competence helps, and now we're likely a decade away from being relevant give the talent that Philly and Boston have in our Division.

If Courtney Lee is still on the Knicks on Monday.

Melvin Frazier, or Hamidou Diallo

In comment 13996890 Phil in LA said:

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If Courtney Lee is still on the Knicks on Monday.

Free agency doesn't start until July 1, no?

but as a guy who was a kid during the real glory years, it's sad that the NBA basically requires a team to tank for multiple - long - seasons in order to rebuild.

Of course the Knicks took it to an extreme and tanked (unintentionally) for 20 f*cking years and still haven't rebuilt, but it sucks that building a competitive team in the NBA takes SO long.

In comment 13996878 Phil in LA said:

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Courtney Lee?

We need to trade draft picks to get rid of Lee. I�m not rushing to do that.

In comment 13996895 Dr. D said:

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but as a guy who was a kid during the real glory years, it's sad that the NBA basically requires a team to tank for multiple - long - seasons in order to rebuild. Of course the Knicks took it to an extreme and tanked (unintentionally) for 20 f*cking years and still haven't rebuilt, but it sucks that building a competitive team in the NBA takes SO long.

Basically every contender at some point intentionally or unintentionally tanked. Except the Celtics who just had the nets tank for them.

is the current roster:

C. Kanter/Noah/Kornet(?)
PF. KP/
SF. Thomas/Knox/Troy Williams
SG. THJr/Dotson
PG. Frank/Burke/Mudiay

The guy I want is Trevon Duval. Super high risk high reward, which is fine with a 2nd rounder. I think he has a chance to be a much better pro than college player.

very down with Jalen Brunson, who was the best player on the best team in the country.

To not get Sexton, but I guess I am not to high or low on this pick. I guess it�s ok. Would have taken porter jr risk but can understand why they would pass. Most frustrating thing of draft so far is Celtics getting Robert Williams. He is exactly what they needed.

But saw him mocked around the lottery on a bunch of sites for a while. So I guess that�s good

went with upside with both picks...

We pour way too many free agent dollars into that spot. He should replace KOQ right now and, hopefully, Kanter next year.

Replacement.

Have any cash this year to buy a pick?

In comment 13996908 GMEN46 said:

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Have any cash this year to buy a pick?

4.7 million..

with some Hassan Whiteside potential.

I stole from the Knicks subreddit
Link - ( New Window )

Is it on You Tube?

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In comment 13996913 yatqb said:

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At first, yes. But we're one offseason away from having 0 centers on the roster.

But why did a 7 ft center with real good athleticism last until 2nd rd?

In comment 13996915 brunswick said:

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But why did a 7 ft center with real good athleticism last until 2nd rd?

He withdrew from college before the season started.

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In comment 13996915 brunswick said:

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But why did a 7 ft center with real good athleticism last until 2nd rd?

Motor and attitude questions. And like Jon said, no one saw him play last year since he withdrew from Western Kentucky.

Frank, Knox, Robinson and Dotson to all play in summer league this year? If so I�ll be watching those games.

Trevon Duval, Mslik Newman, Shake Milton, Rawle Alkins, the third Antekounmpo brother...

In comment 13996920 giantsfan44ab said:

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Frank, Knox, Robinson and Dotson to all play in summer league this year? If so I�ll be watching those games.

I believe so, yes

Everyone else can be dumped at our earliest convenience.

Was high on Robinson. Said he could defend Ayton and Bagley, and was in their class as an athlete. The last WoJ pod before the draft.

In comment 13996866 Ten Ton Hammer said:

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really embarrass me some times. I could easily believe it's a bunch of paid actors if I didn't actually know people who behave that way.

It's the same crybaby kid/dad from the KP draft that they keep trotting out there.

They had the camera in the right position for the instant cut to the father/kid combo and both knew exactly where to look into the camera. It was scripted nonsense.

In comment 13996852 Anakim said:

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Dan Wetzel ‏ Verified account @DanWetzel Mikal Bridges just did an entire press conference talking about staying in Philly. He was traded as it ended. He had no idea.

I don't want to make too much of this, but I get the feeling this is symptomatic of not being a well-run team, and that other symptoms will follow despite their talent.

Kid is only 19 and his offensive game is very mature- explosive scorer

Duke/ESPN star Garyson Allen cooling his heals - having to wait a couple more rounds.

Another NBA player from NYS's section 2.

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an NFT thread and share. They picked 3 winners on first round picks, the Knicks were one of them, fwiw.

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The Knicks resisted the temptation to snag Porter Jr. at No. 9 and took Kevin Knox�� a versatile wing out of Kentucky who�s still developing. Initially seen as a late-lottery talent, the Knicks stuck to their guns with Knox rather than take someone like Mikal Bridges, a system player without as much upside. Knox can run the floor, lead transition breaks, take the ball off the bounce and hit from outside. There�s always pressure to find an immediate contributor, but Knox�s trajectory fits with the Knicks� timeline. He should also complement Kristaps Porzingis well as the two can both draw defenders out to the perimeter.

In comment 13996897 giantsfan44ab said:

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In comment 13996895 Dr. D said: Quote: but as a guy who was a kid during the real glory years, it's sad that the NBA basically requires a team to tank for multiple - long - seasons in order to rebuild. Of course the Knicks took it to an extreme and tanked (unintentionally) for 20 f*cking years and still haven't rebuilt, but it sucks that building a competitive team in the NBA takes SO long. Basically every contender at some point intentionally or unintentionally tanked. Except the Celtics who just had the nets tank for them.

Not disputing that. It just sucks that it takes SO long to rebuild in the NBA even for most well run orgs.

Contrast it with the NFL, last year the Giants unintentionally tanked, but no one should be surprised if they're a contender this year.

In comment 13996968 GiantsUA said:

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Duke/ESPN star Garyson Allen cooling his heals - having to wait a couple more rounds. Another NBA player from NYS's section 2.

good call, he went two picks later

In comment 13997157 Dr. D said:

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In comment 13996897 giantsfan44ab said: Quote: In comment 13996895 Dr. D said: Quote: Contrast it with the NFL, last year the Giants unintentionally tanked, but no one should be surprised if they're a contender this year.

The NFL's structure is completely different than the NBA's. The NFL's structure is more similar to the NCAA tournament. The NFL is a 16 game regular season with single elimination playoff games. 16 vs 82 games. A team like the Eagles can lose their star QB and a hot streak can allow them to blaze through and win the SB. The Giants weren't ever the best team in the NFL in the years they won the 2 SB's. You can't compare that to the NBA where the best team will win 90% of the time in 7 game series. Therefore teams have to build accordingly.