His name is spelled "Witus" and he's a python script, not a human. Jk. There's at least one or two pics of him out there. lol. But the question is - why do you need a picture of him?
He does have a motor issue and he’s not good at guarding on the perimeter because he doesn’t turn his hips well. With that said I believe in Ime to get the best out of him. Ware is a different player than Wood, he’s a true 7 footer with the potential to be an elite rim protector. He jumps incredibly quick to block shots and he’s also a very good scorer. I’m willing to take a chance on a stretch big that could develop into an elite paint defender. The Rockets wanted Brook Lopez last summer, now they have the opportunity to develop a similar player. If the Rockets trade down they should target Ware or Knecht. Knecht may be gone between pick 6-8 tho. This draft really sucks, those are the only two players that jump out at me in a trade down scenario.
this is him, explaining his basketball philosophy at a basketball summit. it was too cerebral for the common man
I'm fine with trading back if they can get Knecht and a decent pick in return. He's pretty underrated considering the draft class that he's in. Good player. I wouldn't be surprised if he goes sooner than people think.
The name of the front office guy that made the decision to go get Sengun: Spoiler RAFAEL STONE Not always...there's the Celtics trade down for Tatum and a few others from back in the day, and I'm sure there are others that people don't remember where the trade down results in a slightly better role player or some other advantageous cap situation. But, generally, I agree. You keep a high draft pick unless it results in an all star player coming back or another similar level shot at a high draft pick.
Tatum is the only one I know of that worked out, and that was an exchange of two spots. Going from #3 to #9-10 is a disaster waiting to happen. Unless that future pick is already earmarked for another trade, take your guy at #3.
Yea, the Blazers traded back a couple picks for Aldridge and the Bucks traded back a pick for Ray Allen. I'm sure people could dig up more if they had the time. But, yea, if you're trading back that far there's more to the story. They're likely getting some all star or a similar chance at an all star. Or, just a smokescreen to entice a team a couple spots back to give up assets in a short trade up.
A trade-back is a terrifying move for a FO to make. If one guy between 3 and 10 blows up, Tilman Fertitta is going to come knocking. "Why did we not have that guy pegged?!?!? What in the F do I pay you for?" You better have a stud ready to be drafted at 10, and you better get a nice asset too. (Unlikely)
Yes like when Boston traded down with Philly and took Tatum while Philly to Fultz. edit: I saw you addressed this trade down after I responded to your intial comment. Please disregard
"The number 3 pick is great, but who can resist the allure of next year's lottery pick! It could even be top 3!"
NBA Draft trade-downs involving high lottery picks have a very mixed record. 2018: Hawks trade back from #3 to #5, and in effect trade Luka Doncic for Trae Young. While drafting Young at 5 is a great success by any metric, it's obvious who the better player of the two is. 2017: Celtics trade back from #1 to #3, this works out tremendously as Markelle Fultz busts hard while Tatum turns into a top 5 player. However, in hindsight, it's clear Boston knew something was up with Markelle. 2006: The Chicago Bulls draft LaMarcus Aldridge #2 overall, then trade back for #4 where they select Tyrus Thomas. Obvious bust, no further explanation needed. In the last decade, teams that trade up in the 1st round almost always succeed. https://www.noceilingsnba.com/p/lessons-and-trends-from-draft-night Nowadays, you can add Alperen Sengun to that list of teams that traded up working out. Trading down in the 1st round is nearly without exception a terrible idea.
Feels like a smart move. Unless we really have a chance at Sarr then just trade the pick for a much deeper upcoming draft. We have plenty of young prospects.
