The one thing that I see as a huge plus, that hasn't really been mentioned much.... Both of his parents are military. He has grown up in a disciplined culture. I can only assume that he will do whatever is asked of him. He is going to fit in with the team, or do whatever it takes to fit in with the team. I wasn't expecting much from the 25th pick, but I think we scored HUGE....
One thing mentioned in one of the videos posted was was that his HS 3PT shooting was tracked and he shot 38%. He also shoot well from the line as he shot 77% at North Carolina.
He could be a huge steal....eventually. The nagging question I have is why 24 other teams didn't think so. Is it just that he is a project who won't help for a few years?
Rusillo on Sportscenter said Portland had Little as 12th on their board and were shocked he was still there. So as per their evaluations they got a lottery pick in a year they made it to the WCF. Hope he works out as it could be quite the blessing.
I think NL just needs motivation, I also think tonight gave him some. I haven’t felt this good about a Portland pick in a very long time.
“I think it’s a blessing in disguise, slipping down to 25," Little said. “Initially, I was kind of confused. But looking at their roster and with how they played in the playoffs, I think it’s actually a good fit for me.”
When talking about the draft and who the Blazers should get Little never came up, because I think me and most other people thought he would be gone long before the Blazers got around to picking. I think he should be their starting 3 next year, he may not be ready, but I think he is better than Harkless.
