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Post by beaverstever on Dec 21, 2015 11:35:22 GMT -8
GP II seems a really tough one to project to the NBA. It's tempting to see him as an athletic tweener along the lines of Jared Cunningham, but they are very different players. GP II's ability to defend the perimeter is a premium skill for the NBA now, and that alone is likely going to get him some serious interest. However, his handles are still pretty raw, and while his shot seems much improved and looks smooth, his release is too slow still for the NBA (even at this level it's limiting his opportunities to score).
Sometimes players games simply translate unexpectedly really well (Draymond Green, for example), and GP II feels like one of those types of players to me - but I can't put my finger on why (other than how he seems to find a way to impact games in a bunch of ways)
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Post by fishinmachine on Dec 21, 2015 21:18:00 GMT -8
I think his defense, nose for the ball, and rebounding will make him a fit somewhere. If he can continue to improve his jump shot, I like his chances to be playing somewhere in the NBA this time next year.
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Post by kvgeorge on Dec 21, 2015 22:25:10 GMT -8
He'll get a good look, likely a late round pick up. His heritage and his OSU defensive numbers make that a lock. His offensive game is improving, the jumper needs more work. Seems like he needs the right fit for as team as a role player.
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Post by Tigardbeav on Dec 21, 2015 23:18:34 GMT -8
We were talking about this at the FWC. Only real downside for him is he can't really get his own shot. But he's a plus defender. Can jump out da gym, so gets a lot of boards. Has a knack for picking up loose balls. Better & improving shooter
He'll make a roster
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Post by georgevonbeaverstrom on Dec 22, 2015 5:59:18 GMT -8
Here's a pretty thorough eval from NBAdraft.net. For the most part no surprises... + defense, athleticism. - jump shot, handles, age/experience. Have him slotted 40th in their mock... www.nbadraft.net/players/gary-payton-ii |
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Post by touchdownbeavers on Dec 27, 2015 18:57:33 GMT -8
He will play. Anyone (besides Mel Counts) remember KC Jones? Or Dennis Johnson? I look forward to seeing GPII play some defense on Curry. And one other thing, if I ever read a Beaver fan EVER, EVER, post "can jump out da gym", expect a Jethro Gibbs head slap. That crap is worse than "natty."
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Post by Tigardbeav on Dec 27, 2015 19:15:23 GMT -8
And one other thing, if I ever read a Beaver fan EVER, EVER, post "can jump out da gym", expect a Jethro Gibbs head slap. That crap is worse than "natty." Mea culpa. I'll meet you down at the 7-11. Better bring a sack lunch  As a penance I will "Like" your all you posts until basketball starts up again |
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