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2019 NBA Draft Preview ​

If you remember the 76ers punted on having the 8th pick in last year draft trading that to the Boston Celtics. The trade was a bit complicated likely landing them the Kings pick somewhere around where they would have drafted last year. The inside knowledge we have tells us that the 76ers made the trade with a specific player in mind. It is obviously too early to tell where that pick will end up at the All Star break though the Kings are one of the worst teams in the NBA. If the pick is lower then where it needs to be the 76ers have the assets to move up in the draft and land they player they target. Things can change, but early reports are it’s not as deep as last year’s draft. This appears to be a 5 or 6 man draft for elite talent depending on whom you talk to. Keep in mind the trade has top 1 protection so the 76ers will not land the 1st overall pick.

We asked one scout to speak off the record and he had this to say, “ This draft has more elite talent then last year. The problem is the depth once you get past picks 5 really goes down hill. Last they were some centers that went in the 20’s that would easily go in the top 10 in this draft. That’s why I was not surprised to see the Suns trade there draft pick to get Conley as I don’t see how you get a impact player outside the top 10. Don’t get me wrong they aren’t scrubs just for elite players you need to be in the top 5.”

R.J Barrett (15 badges)
He is basically a lock for the 1st overall pick and is a game changing prospect that is an A+ athlete. He can shoot, play defense, and score inside right away. Whoever gets the #1 pick isn’t going to trade out of it without getting a king’s ransom in return.

Zion Williamson (15 badges)
If anyone is going to push R.J to go #1 overall its Zion who will go in the top 2 regardless of need for the teams drafting. He is 6’8 250 and can play either PF or SF so he should fit into any team. He is an A+ athlete and is also elite at scoring down low and rebounding. Him joining up with Embiid would cause a nightmare frontcourt for years to come. If the 76ers land the 2nd pick it’s hard to imagine him not being the pick as it would be a perfect fit. The big question will be if you don’t land pick #2 how much would you be willing to trade up for him?

Romeo Langford (10 badges)
He isn’t the defense player that R.J is, but is a better shooter. The 76ers don’t need him to play defense with Covington, Ingles and Ben. He isn’t a great athlete and they already have 2 sub par athletes in Ingles and Covington and don’t need his 3-point shooting with Allen ready to play a bigger role next year. The 76ers could make it work, but it would require some work and overall isn’t a great fit.

Cameron Reddish (8 badges)
He is another player that will go in the top 4, but we wont talk much about him as we don’t think he is a fit as the 76ers have so much depth at SF. Most think he has more upside then anyone in the draft. So the 76ers are likely hoping he fits a team that’s drafting ahead of them

 

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Bol Bol (10 badges)
The most intriguing player in the draft at only 19 is 7’2 Bol Bol who has a mind-blowing 8’1 wingspan. If you are 34 years of age are older then you will remember his dad playing in the NBA. The scouts are split on his upside and don’t know how much he will score at the next level. He is a much better 3 point shooter then his dad was and like Manute is very skinny weighing 215 points. In the USA vs The World game he completely stole the show with 31 points, 41 rebounds, 12 assist and 6 blocks. We have to temper expectations as The World team was very under matched and he got a lot of opportunities in the exhibition game still 31 and 41 is very impressive. I don’t think anyone is doubting his ability to block shots and rebound as rookie. He might not be a superstar, but he would be a fan favorite for obvious reasons.

a 7'2 guy that can hit 3's

A chip off of the old block

A Few Others to Watch ​

Kostas Antetokounmpo
He is a very raw prospect (69 overall) and as you can guess with his last name he has a lot of upside and size. His potential is a as good as any in the draft he just isn’t going to make a impact for at least his rookie year. Would the 76ers be willing to trade back and collect future assets and take him ?

Sharif O’neal
Before you ask yes this is Shaq’s son and while he doesn’t have his size and talent he is still worthy of being drafted late in the lottery. He still has size at 6’10 and 232 and at 72 overall should be able to get some minutes as a rookie. We don’t project him as a future all star, but he can be a starter.

Keldon Johnson
If you want a name that is going 6th overall then you have it with Keldon Johnson who has A- potential. He has the size as a 6’6 SG that can also really shoot with B+ from long range.

Seko Doumbouya
If he reaches his potential he will be a NBA all star that will likely be drafted outside the top 10. The bad news he is under contract overseas for 3 more years so he will not be playing in the NBA anytime soon. Would the 76ers trade back with say the Hawks who have multiple first round picks take little greek freak and then be patient and wait on Seko to develop overseas? That way down the line when your paying max $ to the big 3 and drafting in the bottom of the first round you have 2 more elite prospects under rookie contracts? It would likely draw boo’s from the Philly crowd. If your thinking long-term this might makes some sense if you aren't able to get Zion or R.J.

Let us know what you would do and who you would target ?

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