The 2014 NBA Draft Lottery Thread

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Olynyk is taller, better passer, and 3 point range... High iq as well

Offensively he should be very good, it's his defense that is questionable

I see the tools, I just don't know if/when he will put it all together. He needs a lot more bulk and a LOT more work defensively, as you noted. He has a higher ceiling than Sullinger but a much lower floor. Yes, he's taller, but is he really an NBA center? Not sure..maybe but I just dont see it. His skills as a passer are negligible with Rondo (and Green) around anyway. It's not like he's CWebb out there.

Considering we are either taking Julius or Noah at 6, I'd want a shooter with our other pick

If we were to draft for ourselves and not a trade..I could see that. I like Randle a lot and am coming around on Vonleh. Ideally we would take Randle or be able to move back a few to take Vonleh then try to snag McDermott with BK's pick (if he falls). That would be an A+ draft for me. All that said, Id still prefer to throw the kitchen sink at the Wolves for Love..if we botch the draft and play terribly, I could see Rondo wanting out and us getting pennies on the dollar for him.
 

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I see the tools, I just don't know if/when he will put it all together. He needs a lot more bulk and a LOT more work defensively, as you noted. He has a higher ceiling than Sullinger but a much lower floor. Yes, he's taller, but is he really an NBA center? Not sure..maybe but I just dont see it. His skills as a passer are negligible with Rondo (and Green) around anyway. It's not like he's CWebb out there.



If we were to draft for ourselves and not a trade..I could see that. I like Randle a lot and am coming around on Vonleh. Ideally we would take Randle or be able to move back a few to take Vonleh then try to snag McDermott with BK's pick (if he falls). That would be an A+ draft for me. All that said, Id still prefer to throw the kitchen sink at the Wolves for Love..if we botch the draft and play terribly, I could see Rondo wanting out and us getting pennies on the dollar for him.

In terms of a Rondo trade, Sacramento with the 8th pick (and McLemore) is the team to watch.
 

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Yahoo mock draft 1-14

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Cleveland Cavaliers: Jabari Parker, Duke, SF, 6-8, 241 pounds, Fr. Scout's take: "He is ready to play right now. Assuming he does not have weight issues, he is a long-time starter and possibly an All-Star."






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2. Milwaukee Bucks: Andrew Wiggins, Kansas, SG-SF, 6-8, 197, Fr. Scout's take: "He became more assertive, aggressive and confident as his freshman season went on. Has amazing athleticism and a huge upside."






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3. Philadelphia 76ers: Joel Embiid, Kansas, C, 7-0, 240, Fr. Scout's take: "Embiid is a game-changer, but [his] back is a concern. Improved in a short time. Has star and franchise player potential."






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4. Orlando Magic: Dante Exum, Australian Institute of Sports, PG-SG, 6-6, 196. Scout's take: "Long and athletic. In many ways he's a mystery. A lot of teams went to Australia and were just able to watch him practice."






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5. Utah Jazz: Aaron Gordon, Arizona, PF, 6-9, 220, Fr. Scout's Take: "Plays to win. Played for Arizona, not for Gordon. Tremendous passer for a guy his size. Unique ball-handler and rebounds well."






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6. Boston Celtics: Noah Vonleh, Indiana, PF-C, 6-9, 247, Fr. Scout's take: "He's young [18 years old] and he has huge hands. He has a big body and he can shoot from outside, but he is not a great athlete."






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7.Los Angeles Lakers: Marcus Smart, Oklahoma State, PG, 6-3, 227, So. Scout's take: "He had a lot of distractive factors this past season. He has such a strong track record that his [incident with the fan] is viewed as an anomaly."






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8. Sacramento Kings: Tyler Ennis, Syracuse, PG, 6-2, 182, Fr. Scout's take: "Knows how to run a team. Made big plays in big moments last season. A pass-first point guard who thinks like a coach."






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9. Charlotte Hornets (from Detroit): Doug McDermott, Creighton, SF, 6-8, 218, Sr. Scout's Take: "The son of a coach is going to find a way to score. He might not have a position, but he is a smart team defender."






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10. Philadelphia 76ers (from New Orleans): James Young, Kentucky, SG, 6-7, 213, Fr. Scout's take: "No right hand. Owns a sweet stroke from NBA range that is beautiful, effortless and easy. Needs to learn how to come off screens."






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11. Denver Nuggets: Julius Randle, Kentucky, PF, 6-9, 250, Fr. Scout's take: "If he were to slide, it would be because he's a high turnover guy who is not the most skilled. He got by in college by bullying for points."






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12. Orlando Magic: Dario Saric, Croatia Cibona Zagreb, SF-PF, 6-10, 223. Scout's take: "Incredible passer for his position. You can run an offense through him. A high-level point forward. Unproven perimeter shooter."






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13. Minnesota Timberwolves: Jusuf Nurkic, Croatia Cedevita Zagreb, C, 6-11, 280. Scout's take: "He's like a DeMarcus Cousins type in size and offensive game. He plays more athletic and swift than you would expect for a guy 280."






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14. Phoenix Suns: Nik Stauskas, Michigan, SG, 6-6, 207, So. Scout's take: "He's a proven lights-out shooter who can play well on pick-and-rolls. Elite ball-handler. Worst-case scenario he's a great shooter."
 
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