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I'm undecided about Zach Collins in a trade-down. He looks to be solid but an athletic defensive center might work just as well.
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I'm undecided about Zach Collins in a trade-down. He looks to be solid but an athletic defensive center might work just as well.
I am at the forefront of the Zach Collins train. I think he is a great fit for the Suns.
He can shoot 3's left unattended. But a good defender is going to be in close. Ball isn't explosive so you don't have to respect his space. Smaller players that know what they are doing will disrupt his shot. I would guess they'll give him a slight lead off his right foot, hug his left hip forcing him to drive and using speed to keep up. He'll have a hard time bringing that ball to the left side with the defender there. Physics will do him in in the end. There is no way he can generate enough power bringing the ball across his body against elite talent. At least not for very long.
Here's another thing to consider. Having taught how to shoot for many years, I can assure you that there are always physiological problems with shots like this. The reason you focus on mechanics isn't just for increased productivity, it's also to give the body the least stress possible. There will be natural compensation that occurs when one part is off. Ball's right hand crosses his left side of his body. To compensate for this he turns his feet 45 degrees left of the basket. His right hip is actually forward as he elevates and he lands pigeon toed with his knees bowing inward. This should cause tremendous stress over time on his joints. I don't know how apparent this was, but when I watch his film he appears wobbly at random points. His knees just gave out during certain points and he fell over. I'm concerned about the unnecessary stress that his form puts on his knees, ankles and hips.
Kelvin Martin's shot was odd but not super stressful. Even Shawn Marion's was beyond weird, but still not stressful. Ball's shot is a problem.
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Kelvin Martin or Kevin Martin??? Second time you've used that name...
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I keep going back and forth on him. LOL
He could probably impact the Suns more than any other player immediately.
What a coup to pick up another early pick to draft him.
It's easy to overthink the draft.
http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...s-shows-off-intensity-workout-suns/394638001/
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I want to believe in him but I can see turning into another Cody Zeller/Tyler Hansbrough/Frank Kaminsky type player in the NBA.
Other than Euro players, most white American big men have had a difficult time matching the toughness and intensity of playing in the NBA.
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My 2 cents. Toughness will not be issue with Collins. He strikes me as a player that will stick his nose in the action.
Thanks for the correction. I meant Kevin from Sac.
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Gerald BourguetVerified account@GeraldBourguet 31s31 seconds ago
Villanova's Josh Hart said today was his 14th pre-draft workout. #Suns were the only ones to work him out twice
Villanova's Josh Hart said today was his 14th pre-draft workout. #Suns were the only ones to work him out twice
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Phoenix SunsVerified account@Suns 33s33 seconds ago
"We're going to take the best player available." - Ryan McDonough on the upcoming #NBADraft
"We're going to take the best player available." - Ryan McDonough on the upcoming #NBADraft
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Gerald BourguetVerified account@GeraldBourguet 5m5 minutes ago
Kinda interesting McDonough said this about the #Suns, who already have so many guards. More open to a Bledsoe trade if a PG falls to No. 4?
Kinda interesting McDonough said this about the #Suns, who already have so many guards. More open to a Bledsoe trade if a PG falls to No. 4?
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Craig GrialouVerified account@CraigAZSports 1m1 minute ago
McDonough said #Suns" are "very comfortable at 4"; called it "less likely" they'd move from their current spot "but you never know"
McDonough said #Suns" are "very comfortable at 4"; called it "less likely" they'd move from their current spot "but you never know"
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McDonough said he thinks Lonzo Ball is only draft prospect #Suns have not talked to between combine and workouts but "we'd like to"
McDonough said he thinks Lonzo Ball is only draft prospect #Suns have not talked to between combine and workouts but "we'd like to"
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Gerald BourguetVerified account@GeraldBourguet 2m2 minutes ago
McDonough also said the #Suns have not talked to Lonzo Ball, but that they would draft a player even if he never came in for a workout
McDonough also said the #Suns have not talked to Lonzo Ball, but that they would draft a player even if he never came in for a workout
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Smart man. Keep all the options open.
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Here are some late workouts of prospects for the Suns second round picks.
See link below.
by Doug Haller
http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...-draft-workout-prospects-josh-hart/410439001/
Here is more about Ojeleye.
The key to their offense is Duke transfer Semi Ojeleye, a physically gifted power forward who can handle the ball in the open floor, make spot-up or off the dribble 3-pointers, create his own shot in the half-court, and get to the free throw line prolifically thanks to his unique combination of quickness, strength and aggressiveness. A matchup with USC face-up 4-man Bennie Boatwright (if they defeat Providence) would give NBA scouts an opportunity to get a better feel for his perimeter defense, which has been somewhat inconsistent in the weak AAC, where he isnt always required to operate at maximum intensity.
By Jonathan Givony
http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Semi-Ojeleye-7164/
http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Semi-Ojeleye-7164/ ©DraftExpress
See link below.
by Doug Haller
http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...-draft-workout-prospects-josh-hart/410439001/
Here is more about Ojeleye.
The key to their offense is Duke transfer Semi Ojeleye, a physically gifted power forward who can handle the ball in the open floor, make spot-up or off the dribble 3-pointers, create his own shot in the half-court, and get to the free throw line prolifically thanks to his unique combination of quickness, strength and aggressiveness. A matchup with USC face-up 4-man Bennie Boatwright (if they defeat Providence) would give NBA scouts an opportunity to get a better feel for his perimeter defense, which has been somewhat inconsistent in the weak AAC, where he isnt always required to operate at maximum intensity.
By Jonathan Givony
http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Semi-Ojeleye-7164/
http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Semi-Ojeleye-7164/ ©DraftExpress
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Here is a list of second round candidates who have worked out for the Suns.
We need more interest in the second round.
Second-round candidates who have worked out for the Suns are as follows:
I like Jordon Bell and Dillon Brooks among others.
http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...-phoenix-suns-draft-nba-mock-draft/406095001/
We need more interest in the second round.
Second-round candidates who have worked out for the Suns are as follows:
I like Jordon Bell and Dillon Brooks among others.
http://www.azcentral.com/story/spor...-phoenix-suns-draft-nba-mock-draft/406095001/
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