I imagine Cleveland would be happy with MKG slipping to them at 4. If they're not taking Robinson, I don't really think Sacramento would either, at 5, if they had the choice of Drummond or MKG. I think if yourr scenario played out, we could/should just stay at 6 and grab Robinson.
My fear would be another team trading up to get him. No way Robinson gets past Sacramento's pick. He is not working out with them bTW
I doubt Cleveland would trade with anyone else other than us, there's a drop off after our pick, they can't afford that. Maybe someone else trades up to 5 for him. I'd take that risk.
I really want him at 11. I know his shooting percentage was not the best last year, but I Like his game. But I admit part of the lure is his pedigree. Doc was such a smart player and hard worker that you think Austin will be the same. (But with more talent)
Haynes is convinced that Rivers will be a PG in the NBA. I have a hard time picturing it because he plays with total blinders on -- Score first, score second.
I'm having a hard time seeing it too, but if he could make the transition it would be his best chance for success. He is a short 2. He measure okay, but he has a long neck, so I'm not sure he plays like it. He certainly has good court vision (for his own purposes) so you would think he might be able to convert over. He still seems like too much of a question mark at 11 when you have players that have proven more available.
I don't think it would? Portland could have convinced his agent they they want him and might move up to get him?
Steve Kyler says the Raptors are desperate for Dion Waiters. He's their guy if he's there. And I seriously doubt he will.
Probasketballdraft @Probballdraft Barnes or Rivers RT @HPbasketball If the Cats take Beal. Wizards are going to get jammed. Can't go MKG w/ Ariza, can't go T-Rob w/ Nene/Oak.
Not in the least. Holding a secret workout of one of the top prospects leads me more to believe that Portland is trying to move up than expecting someone to fall into their laps. Aside from maybe Drummond, I would expect any of the general consensus top-6 players available at #6 will be taken by Portland, regardless of whether or not we've worked them out. So it makes more sense to have a secret workout with someone you're potentially moving up to draft.
Knowing cleveland liked Beal, and likely Washington, maybe it allows Cho to get more value from Cleveland to trade from 4 to 2.
Nice handle, very good ability to find open space to shoot, and he can shoot from anywhere. Nice high release. Also, a good defender with long arms. Downside? Can take the open shot instead of driving for a better one (185 lbs); Questionable motor and no leadership skills. If he develops well he could be like a Rip Hamilton or Kevin Martin, who can also play defense. If he doesn't develop or goes backward he is Gerald Green (okay, not really, but he could have issues).
