gracefor24
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Obviously we won't have a chance at the top guys but it's great to dream.
Backcourt:
1. McLemore- The Thunder's biggest need is shooting on the perimeter and a dose of athleticism to replace Thabo. McLemore has both in spades plus his demeanor would be perfect with alpha dogs Westbrook and Durant.
2. Oladipo- Bulldog defender with potential to be a good shooter in the NBA. I think he's getting overrated due to his intangibles but he'd fit great.
3. McCollum- A blend of shooter/handler. He would be terrific coming off the bench.
Frontcourt:
1. Noel- Obviously he has the highest ceiling and his movement on D would be HUGE for the Thunder to improve. Can you imagine he and Serge protecting the rim together?!
2. Bennett- Undersized but really long and could be a plus player in scoring, rebounding, and spreading the floor. Put Serge at the 5 and Bennett at the 4 and all the sudden you have 4 scoring weapons on the floor rather than just 3. Replace Thabo with a shooter and the Thunder are the Heat only younger.
3. Adams- athleticism, length, and potential to be a plus rebounder. All the things that Perkins doesn't do for the Thunder this kid could do.
Most realistic scenario? Probably Adams with the 12th pick. I don't love it but I don't hate it either. I think the biggest thing I like about him as opposed to the Aldrich or Mullens pick is that he combines movement/athleticism with aggressiveness on the glass. The Thunder have 2 below average rebounders currently in the starting lineup. It kills us most of the time and when it doesn't is simply because RW and KD are terrific rebounders for their positions.
I'm hoping that the Ledo kid falls to the Thunder at 29. Add a lottery talent in the late 20's (like Jones) and you are continuing to build your team with assets that will help you stay good for a long time.
My prediction is:
12- Steven Adams
29- Ricky Ledo
32- International
Backcourt:
1. McLemore- The Thunder's biggest need is shooting on the perimeter and a dose of athleticism to replace Thabo. McLemore has both in spades plus his demeanor would be perfect with alpha dogs Westbrook and Durant.
2. Oladipo- Bulldog defender with potential to be a good shooter in the NBA. I think he's getting overrated due to his intangibles but he'd fit great.
3. McCollum- A blend of shooter/handler. He would be terrific coming off the bench.
Frontcourt:
1. Noel- Obviously he has the highest ceiling and his movement on D would be HUGE for the Thunder to improve. Can you imagine he and Serge protecting the rim together?!
2. Bennett- Undersized but really long and could be a plus player in scoring, rebounding, and spreading the floor. Put Serge at the 5 and Bennett at the 4 and all the sudden you have 4 scoring weapons on the floor rather than just 3. Replace Thabo with a shooter and the Thunder are the Heat only younger.
3. Adams- athleticism, length, and potential to be a plus rebounder. All the things that Perkins doesn't do for the Thunder this kid could do.
Most realistic scenario? Probably Adams with the 12th pick. I don't love it but I don't hate it either. I think the biggest thing I like about him as opposed to the Aldrich or Mullens pick is that he combines movement/athleticism with aggressiveness on the glass. The Thunder have 2 below average rebounders currently in the starting lineup. It kills us most of the time and when it doesn't is simply because RW and KD are terrific rebounders for their positions.
I'm hoping that the Ledo kid falls to the Thunder at 29. Add a lottery talent in the late 20's (like Jones) and you are continuing to build your team with assets that will help you stay good for a long time.
My prediction is:
12- Steven Adams
29- Ricky Ledo
32- International