2016 NBA Draft/Offseason

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Jun 23, 2016 10:16pm
Sixers take Timothe Luwawu at 24.

Really was hoping he would fall to LA.
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Jun 23, 2016 10:16pm
Clippers take Brice Johnson at 25.
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Jun 23, 2016 10:45pm
THis draft is terrible.
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Jun 23, 2016 11:16pm
Like what OKC accomplished and liked the TWolves getting Dunn at #5
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Jun 24, 2016 12:43am
I've never hidden the fact that I'm not a fan of VO. That being said, I think he will do extremely well in okc. He's a hard worker and that's what russ and KD are. He will get a ton of easy looks and he can get to the basket. Also helps them on defense. Perfect situation for him.

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Jun 24, 2016 12:58am
SportsAndLady;1801431 wrote:Magic lol

What a junk trade that was.
Before the draft I had read that OKC rejected a deal from Toronto of Ibaka for #9, now we see why, haha.
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Jun 24, 2016 2:33am
Poor Frank Vogel. Gets a raw deal from Bird in Indy. Thinks he lands on his feet with a young core in Orlando. Then, bam!

As for OKC, assuming Durant stays, I think they are the best team in the West. Sabonis will be a solid big off the bench.
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Jun 24, 2016 11:31am
Laley23;1801448 wrote:Poor Frank Vogel. Gets a raw deal from Bird in Indy. Thinks he lands on his feet with a young core in Orlando. Then, bam!

As for OKC, assuming Durant stays, I think they are the best team in the West. Sabonis will be a solid big off the bench.
Was glad to see the former Hoosier land in OKC!
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Jun 24, 2016 3:09pm
Ingram is an average athlete that appears more athletic that he really is. He's a solid player, but people talking about him like he's some freak athlete...just no.
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thavoice
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Jun 24, 2016 3:19pm
Midstate01;1801443 wrote:I've never hidden the fact that I'm not a fan of VO. That being said, I think he will do extremely well in okc. He's a hard worker and that's what russ and KD are. He will get a ton of easy looks and he can get to the basket. Also helps them on defense. Perfect situation for him.

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Just curious why ya don't like him.
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Jun 24, 2016 3:39pm
thavoice;1801469 wrote:Just curious why ya don't like him.
Just never have. Good defensive player that I thought tried to do too much on offense and was limited. He's improved leaps and bounds though and has started to really develop the jump shot. Which is why I think he will be huge for okc.

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thavoice
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Jun 24, 2016 3:45pm
I haven't seen much of him in the association but loved him at IU and just followed stats every so often in Orlando.

Seemed to be a late bloomer and very talented and could just be starting to develop into a solid pro.
Midstate01;1801472 wrote:Just never have. Good defensive player that I thought tried to do too much on offense and was limited. He's improved leaps and bounds though and has started to really develop the jump shot. Which is why I think he will be huge for okc.

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Jun 24, 2016 3:51pm
Azubuike24;1801468 wrote:Ingram is an average athlete that appears more athletic that he really is. He's a solid player, but people talking about him like he's some freak athlete...just no.
I have yet to hear anyone say that. I didn't actually WATCH the draft, so I can't speak for those guys. But I have never heard anyone say he's a freak athlete.
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Jun 24, 2016 4:30pm
wildcats20;1801475 wrote:I have yet to hear anyone say that. I didn't actually WATCH the draft, so I can't speak for those guys. But I have never heard anyone say he's a freak athlete.
Beat me to it lol I've never heard that either.
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Jun 24, 2016 4:40pm
I don't think you need to be a freak athlete when you have a 7'3 wingspan on the perimeter.
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Jun 24, 2016 4:55pm
Heard it since he was a Junior...you guys follow recruiting? People have touted his athleticism forever. The name Durant always seemed to come up when talking about him.
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Jun 24, 2016 4:59pm
Azubuike24;1801486 wrote:Heard it since he was a Junior...you guys follow recruiting? People have touted his athleticism forever. The name Durant always seemed to come up when talking about him.
He's long, thin and can play outside....Durant, while a ceiling measurement...has to be mentioned when describing him.
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Jun 24, 2016 11:16pm
...and I guess that was my point, he's NOT the athlete Durant is. His other skills, loosely resemble Durant, but that's a lofty ceiling and Ingram never scored like Durant did at any level.

Then again, I can't say I was impressed with either top 2 pick. Hield, Dunn and Murray were just as good of prospects.
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Jun 25, 2016 11:54am
Kind of more college bball, but anyone else find it funny that Washington hasn't made the NCAA tournament in the last 5 years and they've had I think 5 first round picks in that span? And Isaiah Thomas.

How the hell is Lorenzo Romar still there? Lol
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Jun 25, 2016 2:26pm
SportsAndLady;1801515 wrote:Kind of more college bball, but anyone else find it funny that Washington hasn't made the NCAA tournament in the last 5 years and they've had I think 5 first round picks in that span? And Isaiah Thomas.

How the hell is Lorenzo Romar still there? Lol
Because teh Pac 12 is so the strong is the only reason I'm sure.
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friendfromlowry
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Jun 26, 2016 9:27pm
Anyone worried about Durant coming east? This SI article says the Heat are a legit contender.
http://www.si.com/nba/2016/06/26/kevin-durant-2016-free-agency-thunder-warriors-heat
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Jun 26, 2016 9:59pm
friendfromlowry;1801566 wrote:Anyone worried about Durant coming east? This SI article says the Heat are a legit contender.
http://www.si.com/nba/2016/06/26/kevin-durant-2016-free-agency-thunder-warriors-heat
Not really "worried"

But it would certainly make the EC playoffs worth watching.
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Jun 26, 2016 10:53pm
Pressure mounting on Durant IMO...I can't say he greatly cares but if he is looking for an elite legacy he needs to get over the hump.

I think he stays though.
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Jun 26, 2016 11:29pm
If the heat sign him they have to not only not sign Whiteside but have time give up a ton of their current roster and get wade to take a pay cut.

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friendfromlowry
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Jun 27, 2016 12:39am
Probably not happy they give fucking McBob $5-6 million a year.