2014 NBA Draft

[Ring_Wanted]

I'm probably his biggest fan, but Marcus Smart would be lateral at best (certainly a step back early) but I could see a scenario where Dragic is in play for an upgrade in size at the 2. That scenario pretty much rules out Dragic, but Bledsoe could be moved for a PG as well.

Goran's size at SG is not aproblem, or at least it hasn't been this season. Dragic's defensive troubles have come against quicker guards and screens. In my opinion there is a number of goals to reach with an eventual Goran trade, but improving the backcourt size probably wouldn't even make my list.

[TOO]

From JCSunsfan (former .netter) over at ASFN:

Gambo said the the first two players that the Suns interviewed (or are scheduled to interview) at the draft combine are Exum and Smart. They are only allowed to interview a limited number of players.

Hmm.

I'll jump to the conclusion and over a few steps right quick and get it out of the way :

Smells like a Dragic trade.....

Let's pray it is actually a Bledsoe sign and trade.

For Pau Gasol...








k, that was my last bad Gasol joke.

[TOO]

I'm probably his biggest fan, but Marcus Smart would be lateral at best (certainly a step back early) but I could see a scenario where Dragic is in play for an upgrade in size at the 2. That scenario pretty much rules out Dragic, but Bledsoe could be moved for a PG as well.

Goran's size at SG is not aproblem, or at least it hasn't been this season. Dragic's defensive troubles have come against quicker guards and screens. In my opinion there is a number of goals to reach with an eventual Goran trade, but improving the backcourt size probably wouldn't even make my list.

I don't have a problem with it either, just speculating. I think if Dragic gets traded its because of money, plain and simple.

[Ring_Wanted]

Which would be weird since Goran looks like your best shot at a team friendly big contract, unless indeed he was used to acquire a rookie. Besides, money would be much safer if invested on Dragic than on Bledsoe.

[TOO]

Again, I agree.. sorta. I'm not sure Goran would take a lesser deal if he has another All-NBA caliber season next year. Why sell yourself short on probably the 1 big contract he'll get?

[Ring_Wanted]

Turns out Zach LaVine is basically 6'6 so at worst you have a SG with a nice shot and athleticism.

Payne has added much needed mass ans is now 240, plus a 7'4 wingspan. That's really good for a stretch forward. For comparison Frye is at 7'2 if I am not mistaken.

Randle has a poor standing reach, under 8-10, and McDermott is who we thought he was. And apparently Stauskas has a high fat % at 12,1.

[TOO]

LaVine is going in the lottery, possibly top 10 after workouts. Like MCW last year.

[Ring_Wanted]

Again, I agree.. sorta. I'm not sure Goran would take a lesser deal if he has another All-NBA caliber season next year. Why sell yourself short on probably the 1 big contract he'll get?

Yeah, I don't think he (or anyone) would leave a huge chunk of money on the table to resign here, but it would be possible to have him set for good while leaving the team in a good position. Often it is just a matter of one or two millions per season what it takes to label you a great contract, and there are things like trade and performance bonuses to cover the player if he takes a little less at first. But first both sides have to be willing to make sacrifices, of course.

[Superbone]

http://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/n ... e/9113165/

"We have good flexibility and a good range of picks," Suns General Manager Ryan McDonough said. "We think we can get any range that we want to. If we feel guys are undervalued, we can move up to get them or move down and pick up an undervalued player and another asset.

"There's very good talent at the top of the draft. There are a few players who look to be special down the road. ... There is good talent later in bottom or lower part too. Drafts are cyclical, and this is a pretty strong year."

[Ring_Wanted]

That's consistent with what he said in the press conference when the season ended. Basically giving no indications on what he plans to do. I don't think he can get into the top5, tho.

[TOO]

He got Bledsoe for a fat swing player, just sayin. McD looks like he can polish a turd.

[Ring_Wanted]

But he won't be polishing the EOTY award...

Just kidding.

[ShelC]

I wouldn't put Smart and Bledsoe in the same backcourt.

[Sunsfan4life]

Jordan Adams really slimmed down. Lost like 20lbs I think.

He did well in the shooting drills as well, I think he'll play his way into the lottery by the end of the process. Guy can really score the ball, but his main knock was his inability to have a quickness and stay in front people.

I'm not as high on Smart as others, but he comes off very well in interviews. Randle comes off as extremely knowledgeable and confident in interviews.

The Exum interview isn't too surprising. Ryan seems like the type of guy who will do his homework on everyone even if its a position we already have

[TOO]

McD again crushes INFs dreams by saying they aren't looking to be a team with 6-8 1st and 2nd year players.

[TOO]

Jordan Adams really slimmed down. Lost like 20lbs I think.

He did well in the shooting drills as well, I think he'll play his way into the lottery by the end of the process. Guy can really score the ball, but his main knock was his inability to have a quickness and stay in front people.

I'm not as high on Smart as others, but he comes off very well in interviews. Randle comes off as extremely knowledgeable and confident in interviews.

The Exum interview isn't too surprising. Ryan seems like the type of guy who will do his homework on everyone even if its a position we already have

Adams' 29" max vert is a little concerning, thats pretty terrible. Andy Katz's was 25"

Stauskas, LaVine, Gordon all have been impressive, as have Ennis and Smart.

[Superbone]

Ryan seems like the type of guy who will do his homework on everyone even if its a position we already have

I liked this quote:

"The most mistakes are made in the draft when you only look at a certain position," McDonough said.

[Ring_Wanted]

"The most mistakes are made in the draft when you only look at a certain position," McDonough said.

Who does that?!

[Superbone]

"The most mistakes are made in the draft when you only look at a certain position," McDonough said.

Who does that?!

The drafters who make the most mistakes, silly.

[Ring_Wanted]

Got it