Spurs Draft Discussion: 2019 NBA Draft

[Gordy58]

19
Sekou
Bol
Porter
Clarke


29
Bazley
Samanic
Roby
Okeke
Claxton
Cam Johnson
Okpala
Thybulle

49
Paschall
Louis King
Brazdeikis
Horton-Tucker
Brian Bowen

[TD 21]

Per Jeremy Woo in the latest SI mock draft: "It's worth noting two names that come up frequently in connection with the Spurs are Nassir Little and Luka Samanic".

[DPG21920]

Per Jeremy Woo in the latest SI mock draft: "It's worth noting two names that come up frequently in connection with the Spurs are Nassir Little and Luka Samanic".

I would love Little honestly; flaws and all. Read that his shooting concerns were somewhat squashed during workouts. Had a dream that Timvp was giving a lecture pre-draft and said Samanic was the best player in the draft :lol

[Degoat]

I’d love nassir Little :flag: I just don’t see the love for Luka Samanic though

[rjv]

Per Jeremy Woo in the latest SI mock draft: "It's worth noting two names that come up frequently in connection with the Spurs are Nassir Little and Luka Samanic".

i think the spurs would have to move up to get little. he may go be a late lottery pick or just right before 19th.

[Drom John]

Sports Illustrated: 2019 NBA Mock Draft 10.0: Anthony Davis Trade Shakes Up the Lottery
By Jeremy Woo
June 17, 2019



19

Nic Claxton
F/C | Georgia | Sophomore
San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs

Claxton opted to end his workouts for teams early, and, feels secure with where he stands range-wise going into draft night, per a source. That range now begins somewhere in the teens, as he’s been one of the more notable risers during the past six weeks, and has been able to showcase his versatility and tools during workouts. There’s some real optimism around the league that he can do some ball-handling and become uniquely useful on the perimeter as more of a forward than a center. His defensive capabilities are also extremely promising, as he’s mobile enough to switch on the perimeter and also help on the inside.

Claxton is just starting to tap into his ability, and finding someone with his upside in this range of the draft is appealing. He feels like a Spurs-y project, and San Antonio needs to get younger up front. It’s worth noting two names that come up frequently in connection with the Spurs are Nassir Little and Luka Samanic—they might have to move up a bit from here to grab Little, and Samanic could be available at No. 29.



29
Luka Samanic
F | Olimpija | International
San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors)

Per sources, the Spurs are among the teams who have shown real interest in Samanic, and while he could feasibly be in play for them at No. 19, if he falls this far in the first round, this spot could be a match. His mixture of skill level and size at his age help set him apart from the pack, the hope being that he develops into a useful stretch big who can play a variety of roles, and even playmake a little bit on the perimeter.

Samanic has to keep getting stronger to handle the physicality of the NBA, and he probably needs a year to get up to speed, but his talent level is certainly evident. I’m told he intends to come over and be a roster player next season, as opposed to being stashed in Europe for another year. He fits the Spurs to a T.


49. San Antonio - Tremont Waters, PG, LSU

Waters’s impressive basketball IQ and overall chops that belie his small stature make him an interesting fit if he slips to the Spurs here—it’s possible he goes in the 30s. Second-round ranges tend to skew wide. This would still be a nice fit.

[Drom John]

CBS NBA:
2019 NBA Mock Draft: Anthony Davis trade gives Pelicans options after they take Zion Williamson with No. 1 pick
New Orleans now has two picks in the top four and could go with Texas Tech's Jarrett Culver to pair with Zion
Kyle Boone
23 mins ago [AKA 17 June 2019]


Round 1 Pick 19
Rui Hachimura PF
Gonzaga • Jr • 6'8" / 230 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
18th
POSITION RNK
5th
PPG
19.7
RPG
6.5
APG
1.5
3P%
41.7%
The Spurs lack depth at power forward and with LaMarcus Aldridge quickly approaching his mid-30s (he'll turn 34 in July), they should turn to the future. Hachimura has guard skills but can play either forward spot, and his competitiveness could give him an edge to play early.



Round 1 Pick 29
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Bruno Fernando C
Maryland • Soph • 6'10" / 237 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
29th
POSITION RNK
4th
PPG
13.6
RPG
10.6
APG
2.0
3P%
30%
The Spurs need also to address their depth at center, where Jakob Poeltl and Drew Eubanks were both stretched past what they should have been last season. Fernando can be an instant impact player at the position who can bring intensity, rebounding and a physical post presence that would play well off LaMarcus Aldridge.



Round 2 Pick 19
Jaylen Nowell SG
Washington • Soph • 6'4" / 202 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
56th
POSITION RNK
13th
PPG
16.2
RPG
5.3
APG
3.1
3P%
44%
The Spurs' success over the years has come largely as a byproduct of success in the draft. Getting Nowell would continue that. He was the best player in the Pac-12 last season and was one of the big risers in the pre-draft process after a really strong combine showing.

[Drom John]

nj.com: NBA Mock Draft 2019: What will Pelicans do with Lakers’ No. 4 pick from Anthony Davis deal? Trade for Magic’s Aaron Gordon? Full 1st-round projection
Updated 7:03 AM; Today 6:15 AM [AKA 17 June 2019]
By Zack Rosenblatt


19. San Antonio Spurs: F P.J. Washington, Kentucky. He can help a playoff team right away with his length and versatility as both an offensive and defensive player.


29. San Antonio Spurs: C Luka Samanic, Croatia. He’s viewed as a high IQ and skilled big man and the Spurs are the kings of taking fliers on international prospects in that mold.

[Drom John]

ESPN: NBA mock draft: Latest intel on all 60 picks for 2019
Jonathan Givony 7:21 AM ET [AKA 17 June 2019]


19. San Antonio Spurs

Goga Bitadze
Buducnost
Age: 19.9
C

Height: 6-foot-11 | Weight: 251

With LaMarcus Aldridge entering his mid-30s, the Spurs don't have much in the way of frontcourt building blocks on the roster at the moment, outside of Jakob Poeltl, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract after playing just 17 minutes per game last season.

Enter Bitadze, who has been extremely productive at the highest levels of competition outside the NBA in the Euroleague. His excellent skill level offensively -- including his budding ability to stretch the floor -- is attractive, given his combination of size and reach, especially since he has yet to turn 20.


29. San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors)

Darius Bazley
Team: N/A
Age: 19.0
F

Height: 6-foot-9 | Weight: 208

The Spurs don't have a great deal of depth at the forward spots, and they can afford to roll the dice a bit this late in the draft on an upside-laden player in need of development.

Bazley has had a terrific pre-draft process in which he has demonstrated an improved frame, a more consistent shooting stroke and a more polished and refined skill set than you would expect considering his age and the fact that he sat out the season. Bazley's potential as a multiposition defender who can handle the ball in spurts and make an open shot is intriguing considering his size.


49. Spurs

Jalen Lecque | PG/SG | Age: 19.0 | Brewster Academy

[Drom John]

NBA.com: NBA Draft 2019: Mock Draft 2.0 – Who will be picked following Zion Williamson, Ja Morant and RJ Barrett?
Kyle Irving 12 hr ago [AKA 17 June 2019]


19. Spurs - Goga Bitadze, PF/C, Republic of Georgia

Bitadze has proven himself as a quality talent overseas. He's a big man who can shoot from beyond the arc and should space the floor nicely. He's not said to be a great defender but is crafty on the offensive end and seems like the type of project that head coach Gregg Popovich could flourish with.


29. Spurs (via Raptors) - Darius Bazley, SF/PF, USA

Bazley was a McDonald's All-American and five-star recruit coming out of high school. It's been a rocky road for the high school phenom since then - he committed and decommitted from Ohio State, then committed and decommitted from Syracuse, then elected to spend a year in the G League before changing his mind again and using the entire year to train for this upcoming NBA Draft.

He's a 6'10 athletic slasher who has some touch from midrange and the perimeter. He's a versatile defender and good rebounder and is a threat in transition as a ball handler or runner.

Bazley is a project, but the Spurs could use some depth at forward and he can truly play the 3 or the 4 at the next level. It's a low-risk/high-reward pick for San Antonio this late in the first round.

[Drom John]

Bleacher Report: NBA Mock Draft 2019: Predictions for Top Prospects with Draft Day Approaching
Jake Rill June 17, 2019


19. San Antonio Spurs: Brandon Clarke, PF/C, Gonzaga


29. San Antonio Spurs (via Toronto): Eric Paschall, PF, Villanova

[BatManu20]

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[Drom John]

northjersey.com: NBA mock draft 2019: Predicting the New York Knicks' pick and the rest of the 1st round
Chris Iseman, NBA writer Published 10:00 a.m. ET June 17, 2019 | Updated 10:35 a.m. ET June 17, 2019


19. San Antonio Spurs: Goga Bitadze, C, Republic of Georgia

He's been compared to the Trail Blazers' Jusuf Nurkic, which says all you need to know.


29. San Antonio Spurs: Dylan Windler, SF, Belmont

Windler shot 42.9 percent from long distance in his final college season.

[Drom John]

walterfootball.com: 2019 NBA Mock Draft
Written by David Kay - david_kmiecik.
This 2019 NBA Mock Draft was updated: June 16, 2019.


19. San Antonio Spurs: Goga Bitadze, C, Georgia, 6-11, 1999.
The Spurs need to add some young talent up front, and Bitadze is a skilled, although not overly athletic big man.


29. San Antonio Spurs (from Toronto Raptors): Zach Norvell Jr., SG, Gonzaga, 6-5, Soph.
Since I have the Spurs going adding size with their earlier pick, they look to add perimeter depth here. The Chicago native has good size for an NBA two guard, is explosive at the rim, but also has a nice stroke from the perimeter.


49. San Antonio Spurs: Admiral Schofield, SF, Tennessee, 6-5, Sr.

[exstatic]

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I'm guessing that they're offering #6 to NO for Ball to see if they'll bite.

[Drom John]

NBA mock draft 3.0: Detroit Pistons — with question marks at PG — take guard
Vince Ellis, Detroit Free Press Published 6:00 a.m. ET June 17, 2019


19. San Antonio: G/F Keldon Johnson
Kentucky's Keldon Johnson.

Kentucky's Keldon Johnson. (Photo: Jay Biggerstaff, USA TODAY Sports)

College: Kentucky freshman.

Age: 19.

Size: 6-6, 216.

The word: His shooting stroke will travel to the NBA. But can he provide anything else besides spacing?


29. San Antonia (via Toronto): F Darius Bazley

High school: Princeton (Ohio).

Age: 19.

Size: 6-9, 200.

The word: An enigma since he didn’t play organized basketball last season. Worked out for the Pistons.

[Drom John]

NBA Draft Room
16 hours ago [AKA 16 June 2019]


19
Spurs
KZ Okpala SF - HT: 6-9 1/2- WT: 209 - WING: 7-1 3/4- FROM: Stanford - So.
Scouts are mixed on KZ but he's got freaky length and an advanced to-the-basket game, making him a possible lottery pick. The Spurs would be a great landing spot.
Brandon Ingram lite, Stacey Augman


29 Spurs (from Raptors) Darius Bazley SF - HT: 6-9 - WT: 208 - WING: 7-0 - FROM: USA
Bazley is one of the mystery men of the draft after sitting out a year but he had a nice draft combine. He's a smooth wing with loads of natural talent.
Lord Covington

[r0drig0lac]

good luck in phoenix Demar

[Drom John]

SB Nation:
Posting and Toasting 2019 NBA Mock Draft
The only mock to take very seriously.
By Jonathan Schulman@aighttho Jun 17, 2019, 9:42am EDT


19. San Antonio - Grant Williams, Tennessee. Here come the Spurs!


29. San Antonio (from Toronto) - Talen Horton-Tucker, Iowa State. Go Spurs, go!


49. San Antonio - Zylan Cheatham, Arizona State. Still needs to learn how shoot and also catch.

[Drom John]

Fansided: The Sixers Sense: Philadelphia 76ers 2019 NBA Draft Guide
by Christopher Kline 8 hours ago [AKA 17 June 2019]



19
Goga Bitadze
Big, 1999, Mega Bemax/Buducnost
Mega Bemax/Buducnost




29
Luka Samanic
Forward, 2000, Olimpija Ljubljana




49
Zylan Cheatham
Forward, Sr., Arizona State

[Chinook]

good luck in phoenix Demar

Damned straight.

[BatManu20]

Darius Bazely likely won’t make it to 29. The Nets are reportedly really high on him. Won’t make it past them at 27 imo.

[exstatic]

Darius Bazely likely won’t make it to 29. The Nets are reportedly really high on him. Won’t make it past them at 27 imo.

The very real risk with Bazely is that his development curve is longer than his rookie deal, and that some other team reaps the benefits.

[cd021]

Saw PJ Washington at 19 on Ringer's mock, i'd flip if he fell to 19.

[SpurPadre]

I'm surprised how Thybulle has barely been mentioned as someone the Spurs might draft.

[exstatic]

I'm surprised how Thybulle has barely been mentioned as someone the Spurs might draft.

That means they might actually draft him.

[Thomas82]

Per Jeremy Woo in the latest SI mock draft: "It's worth noting two names that come up frequently in connection with the Spurs are Nassir Little and Luka Samanic".

But SI has us taking Nic Claxton at 19, which I would be very happy with.

[Drom John]

CBS NBA: 2019 NBA Mock Draft: Top three picks appear to be set, but the chaos after that has already started
Matt Norlander
19 hrs ago [AKA 17 June 2019]


Round 1 Pick 19
Mfiondu Kabengele PF
Florida State • Soph • 6'10" / 256 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
23rd
POSITION RNK
6th
PPG
13.2
RPG
5.9
APG
0.3
3P%
36.9%
This man is a baller. He is smart, can handle beyond the perimeter, plays in this confident style that was different -- materially -- from most other players in college. Weirdly, he came off the bench the entire season at FSU. Kabengele plays both ends of the floor at what I'd grade as a B-plus level. He'll be drafted in the first round because of his size, smarts, soft hands and, mostly, because he proved in April and May that he was underutilized and has more to give than what he was afforded in college.


Round 1 Pick 29
Luka Samanic PF
Croatia • 6'11" / 227 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
26th
POSITION RNK
8th
A spindly power forward who would fit ideally in San Antonio's scheme. But remember, as with many of these picks, we're targeting player slots as opposed to franchise destination. By the time we get to the 29th pick, it's possible if not likely that we'll already have seven or eight trades that have gone through.



Round 2 Pick 19
DaQuan Jeffries SF
Tulsa • Sr • 6'5" / 216 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
46th
POSITION RNK
13th
PPG
13.0
RPG
5.6
APG
1.8
3P%
36.6%
The sleeper name of this draft. Jeffries played at Tulsa, where he didn't even rank as one of the five most efficient/proficient players in the AAC last season. But he stands 6-5 with a 7-foot wingspan and has the specs of an enticing second-round type. Jeffries was a four-year player who worked his way to this point, and it's great to see him regarded almost universally as a second-round pick.

[joeyjfive]

Luka Samanic has been linked to us so much it’s pretty much a guarantee we are NOT getting him.

[Drom John]

nj.com:NBA mock draft 2019: Pelicans trade Lakers’ pick to Wizards for Bradley Beal? Hawks, Cavs lottery swap? Sixers land T.J. McConnell replacement?
Updated 7:35 AM; Today 7:22 AM [AKA 18 June 2019]
By Joe Giglio


19. San Antonio Spurs: Talen Horton-Tucker, SF, Iowa State


29. San Antonio Spurs: Mfiondu Kabengele, C, Florida State

[Drom John]

Bleacher Report: 2019 NBA Mock Draft: Current Projections for Every 1st-Round Prospect
Zach Buckley
June 18, 2019


19. San Antonio Spurs: Goga Bitadze, C, Georgia


29. San Antonio Spurs (via Toronto Raptors): KZ Okpala, SF/PF, Stanford

[Drom John]

Fansided: Pippen Ain't Easy: 2019 NBA Mock Draft: Two-round post-Anthony Davis trade
by Aaron Peterson 2 hours ago [AKA 18 June 2019]



19
Goga Bitadze
Center Georgia (Europe)
San Antonio Spurs
Stock trend from previous mock: n/a

The 19-year-old Bitadze has been shooting up draft boards of late, as some even have him as a lottery prospect. Once considered an old-school, back to the basket center, he has evolved his game a bit to fit the modern NBA. The Spurs will look to him as a long-term solution at center, hoping he can become the high-ceiling guy he is said to be.



29
Ty Jerome
Guard Virginia
San Antonio Spurs
Stock trend from previous mock: -2

Ty Jerome seems like the type of player that the spurs are always looking for- well rounded players who know how to play a role in a set system. Enter Ty Jerome, a three-year collegiate player who excelled playing a role in a successful UVA system. Jerome should be a nice fit on the Spurs’ bench, though he may struggle to find minutes early in his career.

[look_at_g_shred]

Guys i wish were out of our range: Goga,Grant W, Tyler Herro, Jerome, THT, PJ...fucking yuck

[Drom John]

Fansided: Busting Brackets: NBA Draft 2019: Final predictions and analysis for all 60 selections
by Tristan Freeman 4 hours ago [AKA 18 June 2019]


In the past few months, our outstanding writer Brian Rauf has been doing monthly mock NBA Drafts, each time having intriguing scenarios for projected selections. ....

But rather than go to him again, we here at Busting Brackets have decided to create a team mock draft. 12 of us were randomly given five picks each and did our own simulation from 1-60. There were some surprise picks and players who rose higher/fell lower than expected. After the draft, we each did a write-up (name will be listed by selection) for each player. Here are the guys who participated in this mock draft:
Sam Jarrett – @DennisSmithIII Trenton Corn – @theLob_Trenton
Tristan Freeman – @hoopsnut351 Alex Weber – @Weber2MG
Brian Rauf – @brauf33 Josh Stevens – [email protected]
Lukas Harkins – @hardwiredsports Daniel Benjamin – @ZoneDeeSports
Trevor Marks – @twmarks_ Zac Voynow – @zacvoynow
Jerran Anderson – @heregojayagain Brandon Simberg – @BrandonSimberg
*Brian Rauf was unable to do the write-ups for his players due to the birth of his first child (congrats!!!). Tristan Freeman wrote for his picks.


49. San Antonio Spurs – Yovel Zoosman (Marks)

If the San Antonio Spurs have a draft pick, let alone three, it’s all but a guarantee that one (or more) of them will be spent on an overseas talent that can be stashed for a year or two, considering the front office’s extensive history of drafting international talent year after year. Yovel Zoosman stands out as a prime candidate for the Spurs at No. 49, both for the international ties and his legit skill level.

The 21-year-old Israeli wing is currently averaging 5.7 points (.455/.361/.736), 2.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.0 steals per game in just over 20 minutes a night through 71 games with Maccabi Tel Aviv, getting real minutes for one of the better teams (in one of the better leagues) overseas. He really stood out for Israel at the 2018 FIBA U18 Championships in Germany, sporting averages of 14.4 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.6 points en route to a championship title and MVP award.
His passing is attractive, as he has an array of passes in his toolbox that he can make regardless of defensive pressure, and he projects to be a fine secondary ball-handler in the NBA. He’s a solid shooter and defender too, making the most of his 6-foot-7 height and supposed 7-foot-1 wingspan. Zoosman would be a fine pickup for any team, and he makes so much sense for San Antonio here at No. 49.


29. San Antonio – Talen Horton-Tucker (Harkins)

The Spurs have a tremendous reputation in the draft but I wanted to venture away from the common mock draft stereotype of the franchise selecting an international prospect. At 6-foot-4 with a ridiculous 7-foot-1 wingspan, Talen Horton-Tucker is a tantalizing member of this class. As just a freshman during this past campaign, the 18-year-old immediately made an impact at the Big 12 level, averaging in double-figures as a scorer. He is a solid creator for a shooting guard and attacks the basket tremendous well as a result of his strength and size. He is not the quickest defender in the class but often makes up for this with his length.


19. San Antonio Spurs – Goga Bitadze (Weber)

My pick for the Spurs is like every 23-year-old’s favorite mixed drink: totally exotic. Bitadze isn’t a sexy name on bustingbrackets.com–a college basketball website–because, um, he didn’t play college basketball. Nonetheless, I’m taking Bitadze for San Antonio because 1.) It’s totally a move Pop and the Spurs would make, and 2.) Bitadze has top-end upside in this draft. Goga is a 6’11 lanky center who can protect the rim, knock down spot-up threes, and score with ease around the rim. The Georgian oozes elite two-way potential at the center position. Three-pointers and shot-blocking, what more could you ask in a modern center? Most teams in the NBA are starving for big men with even one of those traits, much less a combination of both.

[pad300]

This is a funky thing to play around with:

https://www.sbnation.com/a/nba-draft-player-finder-2019

[Drom John]

Basketball Insiders: Mock Drafts
NBA Daily: 60-Pick Mock Draft – 6/18/2019
Published 1 hour ago
on June 18, 2019
By Steve Kyler



19

PJ Washington
San Antonio Spurs

KentuckySophomore
Age: 20
Height: 6' 8
Position: PF
Weight: 235




29

Cameron Johnson
San Antonio Spurs

North CarolinaSenior
Age: 23
Height: 6' 8
Position: SF
Weight: 205




49

Tacko Fall
San Antonio Spurs

UCF Senior
Age: 23
Height: 7' 7
Position: C
Weight: 288

[Drom John]

The Game Haus: 2019 NBA Mock Draft June 18
by Joe DiTullio June 18, 2019


9. San Antonio Spurs- Bruno Fernando, C, Maryland

Fernando is a great rebounder and inside scorer as an old-school center. The Spurs need to rebound better next season.


29. San Antonio Spurs- Cameron Johnson, F, UNC

The Spurs need to hit on one of their first-round picks if they want to get back to competing for championships. Johnson has great size and shooting ability, but lacks great foot speed.

[Drom John]

gambling.com: NBA Betting Mock Draft 2019: Players, Picks & Props to Bet
Mark Strotman
June 17th, 2019


19. Spurs K. Johnson


29. Spurs (via TOR) M. Thybulle

[Drom John]

The Oregonian: NBA mock draft 2019: Pelicans trade No. 4 pick after Anthony Davis deal; Blazers grab a Tar Heel and former Oregon Duck Bol Bol’s strong ‘pro day’ boosts his stock
Updated 8:18 AM; Today 8:00 AM [AKA 18 June 2019]
By Geoffrey C. Arnold


19. San Antonio Spurs: Nickeil Alexander-Walker, SG, Virginia Tech

Alexander-Walker’s decision to return to the Hokies for his sophomore season was a good one. He helped the Hokies reach the Sweet 16 for the second time in school history by averaging 16.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 4.0 assists a game. The 6-5 Alexander-Walker is versatile, with the ability to play at both guard positions and can defend at least three positions. Scouts like his cerebral approach to the game and desire to learn.


29. San Antonio Spurs (from Toronto): Bruno Fernando, C, Maryland

The athletic Fernando is a 6-10 runner who can get out on the break and finish at the rim. He has developed into an effective threat in the post, using his footwork to establish position for a nice jump hook and drop step.

[mo7888]

Basketball Insiders: Mock Drafts
NBA Daily: 60-Pick Mock Draft – 6/18/2019
Published 1 hour ago
on June 18, 2019
By Steve Kyler

I'd be good with those top 2 but, at 49 in that mock okeke and claxton are still on the board.

[Drom John]

Hashtag Basketball / NBA Draft
2019 NBA Mock Draft: Picks 1-30

The NBA draft is approaching. Here is the final version of our first-round mock draft.
Written by Tyler Metcalf (@tmetcalf11) on 18 June 2019


19. San Antonio Spurs: (PF) PJ Washington

Team Needs: Shooting, Frontcourt depth, Versatile defenders

The Spurs have a young, promising guard rotation, but their frontcourt is much older and one dimensional. Washington is a very intelligent player that can do a lot of different things on both ends of the floor. He is strong enough to guard post players and agile enough to switch onto guards. He isn’t great at creating his own shot but can finish inside or knock down jumpers. His rebounding and work rate would be a great fit in San Antonio as they continue to rebuild.


29. San Antonio Spurs: (F) Luka Samanic

Team Needs: Shooting, Frontcourt depth, Versatile defenders

The Spurs have had great success with foreign-born players (not the only reason this is the pick) and they need additional help on the wing. Samanic was projected as a mid-second round pick, but after he dominated his first (and only) game at the combine he shut down his workouts. This suggests that he received a promise from at least one team. Samanic is a three-level scorer but despite his size, he won’t push opponents around. Samanic uses his agile footwork to create space in the post and on the perimeter. He is a good shooter and has the potential to be a consistent playmaker as well. He has a way to go defensively, but if he gets stronger, he should be more effective.

[rjv]

That means they might actually draft him. for what it's worth, jabari young has stated that the spurs are really high on thybulle and okeke.

[exstatic]

This is a funky thing to play around with:

https://www.sbnation.com/a/nba-draft-player-finder-2019

It is fun. Interesting that i tried several vastly different combinations of the three attributes that you're allowed to select, and Zion and Okeke come out in the top 5 every time.

[exstatic]

for what it's worth, jabari young has stated that the spurs are really high on thybulle and okeke.

I doubt he's getting a ton of insider info from the Spurs when he came out and said that the name on the back of the jersey was more important than the name on the front during the Nephew saga last year.

[Gordy58]

Jabari just tweeted Eric Paschall is moving up on draft boards, he’s a meh pick at 29th though, rather have him in the 2nd Round

[BackHome]

nj.com:NBA mock draft 2019: Pelicans trade Lakers’ pick to Wizards for Bradley Beal? Hawks, Cavs lottery swap? Sixers land T.J. McConnell replacement?
Updated 7:35 AM; Today 7:22 AM [AKA 18 June 2019]
By Joe Giglio

That would be a interesting draft.

[barakz21]

Draft day can’t come soon enough. Just taking it day by day, and right now I’m just waiting for timvp’s big board.

[Thomas82]

Guys i wish were out of our range: Goga,Grant W, Tyler Herro, Jerome, THT, PJ...fucking yuck

I'm not fond of any of them either.

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/DraftExpress/status/1141024410532556800

[Gordy58]

From Amico Hoops, “Of the three, Smith is generating the most interest. The Boston Celtics don’t want all three of their picks (Nos. 14, 20 and 22). The Miami Heat may not want theirs (No. 13) and have actually spoken with the Cavs about Smith. The Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks are also said to be dangling their first-rounders.”

[longhornjosh21]

Damn. I wonder if next year's draft class is supposed to be better. Would be interesting if spurs got a pick next year for their picks this year. Might be wishful thinking.

[kobyz]

I really hope spurs very active in this draft trying to get another all star/very good established player or the opposite go for rebuild, my rebuild ideah:
Trade LMA for the fourth pick
Trade DeMar DeRozan to Miami for Whiteside and #13, trade #13 and #29 to Washington for #9
With picks #4, #9, #19 draft DeAndre Hunter, Sekou and Kabengele
Trade Jacob and Patty Mills in a salary dump to Atlanta
With the cap space go after Brogdon, offer him at least 20million
Spurs rotation next season:
Brogdon/Murray
White/Walker
Hunter/Sekou
Kabengele/Sekou
Whiteside/Kabengele

[Uriel]

At this point, I'm almost certain the Spurs will select Samanic at 29 if he's still available. Feels too much like Bertans back in 2011.

[Chinook]

From Amico Hoops, “Of the three, Smith is generating the most interest. The Boston Celtics don’t want all three of their picks (Nos. 14, 20 and 22). The Miami Heat may not want theirs (No. 13) and have actually spoken with the Cavs about Smith. The Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks are also said to be dangling their first-rounders.”

Amico sucks. Dude's just hoping to play the odds by putting the Spurs there with the others. The Spurs may well trade their pick, but they aren't looking to get rid of it after they went through so much effort to get it in the first place.

[exstatic]

Amico sucks. Dude's just hoping to play the odds by putting the Spurs there with the others. The Spurs may well trade their pick, but they aren't looking to get rid of it after they went through so much effort to get it in the first place.

Sam Amico has made hay by having a name that is very similar to veteran NBA scribe Sam Amick.

[Drom John]

Sports Illustrated: 2019 NBA Mock Draft 11.0: Latest Intel, Rumors on All 30 Teams
By Jeremy Woo
June 19, 2019



19
Keldon Johnson
G/F | Kentucky | Freshman


San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs

Johnson's draft stock has been stabilized by his intangibles, and teams think his competitive makeup bodes well, giving him a good chance to find a useful role somewhere and add value. Johnson isn't a great off-dribble creator, but he's strong, can score at all three levels, and defends willingly. He won't be a sexy pick, but he might be a pro for a long time. His no-frills approach would fit well in San Antonio.

It's worth noting two names that come up frequently in connection with the Spurs are Nassir Little and Luka Samanic—they might have to move up a bit from here to grab Little, and Samanic could be available at No. 29.



29
Luka Samanic
F | Olimpija | International
San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors)

Per sources, the Spurs are among the teams who have shown real interest in Samanic, and while he could feasibly be in play for them at No. 19, if he falls this far in the first round, this spot could be a match. His mixture of skill level and size at his age help set him apart from the pack, the hope being that he develops into a useful stretch big who can play a variety of roles, and even playmake a little bit on the perimeter.

Samanic has to keep getting stronger to handle the physicality of the NBA, and he probably needs a year to get up to speed, but his talent level is certainly evident. I'm told he intends to come over and be a roster player next season, as opposed to being stashed in Europe for another year. He fits the Spurs to a T.


49. San Antonio - Tremont Waters, PG, LSU

Waters's impressive basketball IQ and overall chops that belie his small stature make him an interesting fit if he slips to the Spurs here—it's possible he goes in the 30s. Second-round ranges tend to skew wide. This would still be a nice fit.

[Drom John]

USA Today: NBA mock draft: Predicting entire first round before Thursday
Jeff Zillgitt and AJ Neuharth-Keusch, USA TODAY Published 11:58 a.m. ET June 18, 2019 | Updated 7:15 a.m. ET June 19, 2019


19. San Antonio: Goga Bitadze • Georgia (country) • Center • 6-11 • 250


29. San Antonio: Dylan Windler • Belmont • Senior • Forward • 6-8 • 196

[Drom John]

CBS NBA:
2019 NBA Mock Draft: Cavaliers take a risk and snatch Duke's Cam Reddish at No. 5
There are plenty of players with star potential outside of the top three selections
Reid Forgrave
17 hrs ago [AKA 18 June 2019]


Round 1 Pick 19

Goga Bitadze C
Georgia • 6'11" / 245 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
11th
POSITION RNK
2nd
There hasn't been another player in NBA history quite like Nikola Jokic. But the big, long Bitadze has some of the same characteristics. The teenager has also shown a budding ability to shoot the 3-pointer (31.3% last season in EuroLeague).




Chuma Okeke PF
Auburn • Soph • 6'8" / 230 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
36th
POSITION RNK
10th
PPG
12.0
RPG
6.8
APG
1.9
3P%
38.7%
Okeke was tearing up the NCAA Tournament as Auburn's best player before he tore his ACL in the Sweet Sixteen. He's a versatile athlete and an excellent shooter who, if his knee holds up in time, ought to be the type of player who can contribute to any NBA team.

[Drom John]

Los Angeles Times: NBA mock draft 2019 results: Reporters make their first-round picks
By Dan Woike
Jun 18, 2019 | 10:55 AM



With the NBA draft on Thursday at Barclays Center in New York, reporters who cover their teams on a daily basis take their turn at predicting how the first round will unfold in the Los Angeles Times’ annual beat writers’ mock draft.

Each reporter makes a pick and gives a rationale for that selection.





No. 19 San Antonio Spurs | Kevin Porter Jr., SG, USC, 6-6, 218

“Porter has lottery talent and elite athleticism, but off-court issues during one rocky season at USC has him sliding down draft boards. His upside is definitely worth the dice roll if he drops to 19.” — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News





No. 29 San Antonio Spurs | Terance Mann, SG/SF, Florida State, 6-7, 215

“I could see the Spurs going with a draft-and-stash Euro here, but failing that, Mann would be a good choice. The Spurs were relatively atrocious on D last season, and the FSU wingman would fill a void on that end of the floor.” — Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News

[Drom John]

SB Nation: NBA:
NBA mock draft: Zion Williamson and Ja Morant know where they’re going. Then it gets interesting
This is our NBA final mock draft for 2019.
By Ricky O'Donnell Jun 19, 2019, 7:00am EDT


19. San Antonio Spurs - Keldon Johnson, G, Kentucky

Johnson is a jack of all trades and a master of none. Kentucky’s freshman wing has good size at 6’6, shot 38 percent from three, and has enough athleticism to hold his own as a defender and half-court scorer. He’d give the Spurs a young wing to develop with their first of two first round picks.


29. San Antonio Spurs - Darius Bazley, F

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Bazley was a McDonald’s All-American out of high school who chose to sit out the season and train for the draft rather than honor his commitment to Syracuse. The lack of information available makes him one of the hardest players to evaluate in this draft. He has great size for a combo forward at 6’9 with a 7-foot wingspan and a reputation for being able to shoot the ball. The need for big wings who can potentially defend a variety of positions and stretch the floor on offense might be enough to push Bazley into round one.

[Drom John]

nj.com: NBA Mock Draft 2019: Celtics make blockbuster trade-up with Pelicans? Knicks pick RJ Barrett or Darius Garland? Sixers add second 1st-round pick? Full projection
Updated 6:49 AM; Today 6:30 AM [AKA 19 June 2019]
By Zack Rosenblatt


19. San Antonio Spurs: F Rui Hachimura, Gonzaga. The Spurs need some frontcourt depth and to start developing young players there. Hachimura is a veteran college player who can help right away while developing to eventually replace LaMarcus Aldridge down the line.


29. San Antonio Spurs: C Luka Samancic, Croatia. He’s a high-IQ international player who can help right away. Sounds like a Spurs draft pick.

[Drom John]

Newsday: NBA mock draft 2019
By Steve Popper
Updated June 18, 2019 11:07 PM


19. San Antonio Spurs: P.J. Washington, Kentucky

Strong and skilled, versatile power forward.


29. San Antonio Spurs (from Toronto Raptors): Dylan Windler, Belmont

Lights-out shooter will fit well in Spurs system.

[Drom John]

the big lead: NBA: 2019 NBA Mock Draft: Suns and Wolves Both Find Point Guards, Celtics Get a Defensive Stalwart
By: Liam McKeone | 20 hours ago [AKA 18 June 2019]


19. San Antonio Spurs: Goga Bitadze, C, KK Mega Bemax (Georgia)

This year’s mystery foreign big man goes to, you guessed it, the Spurs. Bitadze is a talented offensive big man with a soft touch, with a variety of ways to score down low. He’s also the best screener of all big men in this class, exhibiting a talent for positioning and dribble hand-off moves that younger players at his position tend to struggle with.

He has a long way to go on defense, and likely won’t ever be an elite rim protector or quick enough to switch onto guards. One need to look no further than Denver or Portland, though, to find examples of teams successful with a talented offensive big man doing just enough to stay in the game on defense. The Spurs will need a long-term option in the front court to match their exciting core in the backcourt, and Bitadze should be a great PnR option in San Antonio in short order.


29. San Antonio Spurs: Dylan Windler, F, Belmont

The Spurs double down on their front court influx of youth, nabbing a potentially elite shooter in Windler with the second-to-last pick of the draft. Windler shot 42% from deep on seven attempts per game at Belmont, and his knockdown shooting should translate at the next level.

He’ll never be an elite offensive threat, but he showed flashes of solid attacking off the dribble and passing. Windler will need to put a lock of work in on defense to stay in Coach Pop’s rotation, but he could be a great frontcourt partner and much-needed spacer for LaMarcus Aldridge.

[Drom John]

Yahoo! Sports: 2019 NBA Mock Draft: Pels land Zion, Culver
Jun 18, 2019, 7:37 PM--By Jeff Reynolds, Field Level Media


19. San Antonio Spurs: Brandon Clarke, PF, Gonzaga

There's a lot to like about Clarke, including his size and defensive potential, but Gregg Popovich will most value his versatility.


29. San Antonio Spurs: Dylan Windler, SF, Belmont

With the selection shipped from Toronto via the Kawhi Leonard trade, Windler brings a deep shooter who doesn't shy away from any competition, He could be the perfect fit for the Spurs.

[Drom John]

Watch Stadium: College Basketball, NBA June 18,2019
NBA Mock Draft 3.0: Pelicans Load Up on Talent After Trade With Lakers
Jeff Goodman, Stadium Basketball Insider by Jeff Goodman, Stadium Basketball Insider


19. San Antonio Spurs – Goga Bitadze, 6-11, 251, C, Georgia

Bitadze is a skilled big man who can help the Spurs up front — which is important considering they don’t have much beyond LaMarcus Aldridge and Jakob Poeltl. Bitadze averaged 12.1 points, 6.3 rebounds and 2.1 blocks in the Euroleague and has shown the ability to knock down mid-range jumpers with ease.


29. San Antonio Spurs (via Toronto) – Ty Jerome, 6-5, 195, G, Jr., Virginia

The Spurs could use some help at the point, and Jerome is a guy who can run a team, make shots from all over the court and also bring toughness to the table. Jerome may never be a star, but will be consistent in his production and effort.

[Dverde]

Spurs picked the wrong draft to try to move up. I doubt combining our picks will give Spurs traction. Teams want an asset not more picks. Boston, Atlanta have muddied the waters. I doubt the Spurs will include Forbes, Marco, Bertrans to move up. Gutless front office going to play it safe.

[Drom John]

The Philadelphia Inquirer:
NBA mock draft 2019: Sixers get pure shooter in Cam Johnson
by Keith Pompey, Updated: June 19, 2019- 5:22 AM



19. San Antonio

Rui Hachimura

6-8, 230, PF, Gonzaga

With LaMarcus Aldridge turning 34 next month, this move was about finding a player that will ultimately be his replacement.




29. San Antonio

Bruno Fernando

6-10, 237, C, Maryland

He addresses a need for the Spurs and could have an instant impact.

[exstatic]

Spurs picked the wrong draft to try to move up. I doubt combining our picks will give Spurs traction. Teams want an asset not more picks. Boston, Atlanta have muddied the waters. I doubt the Spurs will include Forbes, Marco, Bertrans to move up. Gutless front office going to play it safe.

Teams wouldn't necessarily want Beli, unless they were trying for an ending contract to cut long term payroll, but both Bertans and Forbes could be moved, depending on who they might want to move up for. They have enough guards, so Forbes is an asset that could be traded, and you just don't see a lot of 6'10" guys with buttery smooth jumpers like Bertans.

[Drom John]

SB Nation: Blazer’s Edge 2019 NBA Mock Draft: Part Two
We bring you a pick-by-pick mock of the 2019 NBA Draft with opinions, predictions surrounding all the top prospects.
By Steve Dewald@SteveDHoops Jun 19, 2019, 5:46am PDT


No. 19 | San Antonio Spurs
Brandon Clarke | F | Gonzaga

Regardless of his size limitations, Clarke is primed to be a difference maker in the paint. His instincts as a shot blocker and rebounder are undeniable. Clarke’s energetic legs should take some of the burden off LaMarcus Aldridge.


No. 29 | San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors)
Matisse Thybulle | G/F | Washington

The Spurs turn to the defensive side of the ball for the second time in the first round. Thybulle will give opposing wings fits from the first time he steps on the floor. However, his lack of scoring could hinder his value in today’s NBA.

[Drom John]

Sporting News: NBA Mock Draft 2019: Pelicans go forward with Lakers' pick; Celtics stay busy in first round
Written By Chris Stone
45m ago [AKA 19 June 2019]


19. Spurs - Nic Claxton, Big, Georgia

Height: 6-11 | Weight: 217 | Age: 20.2

With Dejounte Murray, Derrick White and Lonnie Walker on the roster already, the Spurs have allocated plenty of their recent assets toward improving their backcourt. It will likely make sense for them to go in a different direction in 2019.

Claxton would be one such option, and given how much his draft stock has improved during the pre-draft process, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him in the teens here. He has real defensive versatility at the center spot, which is a prized trait, plus the potential to do some ball handling in transition in time.

Claxton's a unique big man, and winning teams benefit from having those types of players on the roster.


29. Spurs - Luka Samanic, Big, Olimpija Ljubljana

Height: 6-10 | Weight: 210 | Age: 19.5

As mentioned previously, the Spurs are seemingly set in the backcourt having made a number of selections to bolster their forces there in the past few drafts. Samanic provides another skilled frontcourt option for them.

He impressed during the lone scrimmage he played at the NBA Draft Combine, should be able to provide some creation on the offensive end and possesses the tools to be a capable defender.

[Drom John]

Fansided: FanSided NBA Network Expert Mock Draft
by FanSided Staff


19. San Antonio Spurs — Goga Bitadze, Center, Mega Bemax

Selected by Dylan Carter of Air Alamo

Bitadze is an intriguing big man prospect who should fit well in the Spurs system. On offense, he shows potential as a pick-and-pop threat potentially stretching out to the 3-point line, with excellent touch on vision on his passes to also make a difference as a hub around the elbows to hit cutters and dribble hand-offs. On defense, he’ll struggle in space because of his footwork and lack of athleticism but he uses his enormous wingspan well and should be an effective rim protector. The combination of strengths and weaknesses may keep him from being an NBA star but the Spurs have a history of recognizing what a young player does well and putting them in a position to succeed.


29. San Antonio Spurs — Louis King, Wing, Oregon

Selected by Dylan Carter of Air Alamo

The Spurs have the luxury of staying focused on potential here at the end of the draft and King certainly represents that. He started slowly in his one season with the Ducks because of recovery from a knee injury but King showed a strong shooting stroke of flashes of potential as a secondary-creator. While he has excellent size and length and could become a solid defensive player, a lack of effort and focus at that end hampered his effectiveness. The Spurs have plenty of young depth on the wing but King makes plenty of sense as a player to be patient with, who could pay huge dividends down the road.

[Drom John]

Fansided: Beal Street Bears: NBA Draft 2019: Mock Draft 3.0
by Christian Dudley 4 hours ago [AKA 19 June 2019]



29
Luka Samanic
Forward Olimpija Ljubljana
San Antonio Spurs

Gregg Popovich and R.C. Buford got to watch gleefully this past week as their former apprentice led another franchise to an NBA title. In what may not amount to much consolation, the Spurs will get the Toronto Raptors’ first-round pick via the Kawhi Leonard trade.

This is the Spurs, however, and late-round home runs are very much their thing. San Antonio’s current roster is relatively deep and balanced, however they are short on high-ceiling talent. Taking a flyer on Luka Samanic with this pick could be a long-term gain for a team looking for its next-generation star.

Samanic — at 6’11” — has flashed glimpses of being a rangy stretch big. He has fluid movement for a player of his size; runs well in transition, and can put the ball on the floor in halfcourt sets.

But much about Samanic is unknown. Freshly 19, he is both raw and scrawny; he often has difficulty stringing his talents together.

Strength and agility training would appear to do wonders for Samanic; as would being implanted in the Spurs’ culture of seemingly innate success. They have taken a plethora of no-name Euros and turned them in serviceable-to-great NBA players.

San Antonio will likely continue its streak of playoff appearances with (presumably) both their point guards healthy this year. As such, they will be a low-pressure system in which Samanic can be brought along slowly, and learn from a great coaching staff.

He will be of little impact for several years, but the Spurs know that this pick is for the future, not the present, and drafting a high-upside Euro would be so San Antonio.



19
Jaxson Hayes
Forward Texas
San Antonio Spurs

Jaxson Hayes has been trending up in mocks, cracking the top ten of most popular mock drafts. It is somewhat shocking to see him still available, but leave it to the Spurs to mine value from a late first-rounder.

Hayes is very much a project, but the potential results are tantalizing. The son of a former NFL player and college basketball standout, Hayes is an elite athletic specimen. He also grew almost a foot in high school. Not only was he a multi-sport athlete before his growth forced him to commit to basketball, he is still getting used to life in that body.

NBA scouts are banking that Hayes’ skills will continue to grow into his massive upside. With a singular focus and improved coordination, he could become a true two-way threat.

Hayes’ impressive physique and athleticism allow him to be both an excellent floor-runner and physical finisher. His massive 7’3.5” wingspan and high-primacy defense suggest potentially elite shot-swatting.

He is still very raw, and in addition to developing his newly-grown frame, can also polish his fundamentals on both sides of the floor. He may also be limited in terms of shot range and playmaking ability, but his ceiling as a neo-DeAndre Jordan has to intrigue GMs.

Despite his roughness around the edges, there is still so much potential for Hayes. He just turned 19 last month, and has just a couple years of basketball-only training under his belt. Combine that learning curve with his apex DNA, and this pick has all the makings of a post-lottery steal.

[Drom John]

Star Tribune: 'And the Timberwolves pick . . .' Our NBA mock draft from Zion to ???
By Marcus Fuller Star Tribune
June 19, 2019 — 6:44am


19. San Antonio

Goga Bitadze, Republic of Georgia, C,

6-11, 250 pounds

The Spurs have a history of doing well with international prospects like Bitadze, who is ready to join them now.


29. San Antonio

Luka Samanic, Croatia, PF,

6-11, 230 pounds

MVP of this year’s NBA combine, Samanic dominated on the first day and shut it down after teams were enamored.

[Drom John]

South Florida: Ira Winderman’s NBA mock draft: Who will Heat pick at No. 13?
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19. Spurs: Goga Bitadze, 7-foot international center, Republic of Georgia

Has been likened to Marc Gasol, which should be a comfortable fit for international development program of Gregg Popovich and the Spurs.


29. Spurs (from Raptors): Matisse Thybulle, 6-5 senior guard, Washington

Thybulle (4) is arguably the best pure wing defender in the draft, with upside as a 3-point shooter, as well as maturity to suit a Popovich roster.

[Drom John]

Yahoo! Sports: 2019 NBA mock draft 5.0: What will the Pelicans do with the No. 4 overall pick?
Krysten Peek
Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2019, 9:52 AM


19. San Antonio Spurs

PF Brandon Clarke, Gonzaga, 6-8, 215

From an unranked high school prospect to San Jose State to Gonzaga to the draft, Clarke’s transformation to an NBA prospect has been impressive. A solid forward in the pick-and-roll, he could be a complementary addition to the Spurs.


29. San Antonio Spurs (from Toronto)

PF Grant Williams, Tennessee, 6-7, 220

An undersized power forward, Williams is a beast on the block with a solid midrange game. He’ll need to work on taking defenders off the dribble and defending the perimeter, but who better to learn from than coach Gregg Popovich?

[Drom John]

Fansided: Old North Banter NBA Mock Draft: Zion goes first, Culver goes fourth
by Joseph Ochoa 40 minutes ago [AKA 19 June 2019]



19
Mfiondu Kabengele
C Florida State
San Antonio Spurs

Current Spurs center LaMarcus Aldridge has had a problem fitting into Gregg Popovich offense from the moment he arrived in San Antonio and I think the main reason the Spurs will take the Florida State big man here. Kabengele has the potential to be a defensive powerhouse much in the same way Rudy Gobert has become for the Utah Jazz. He improved his stats from during his two years with the Seminoles and could be one of those mid-to-late first round gems Popovich seems to find during this stage of the draft.



29
Luguentz Dort
SG Arizona State
San Antonio Spurs

With DeMar DeRozan turning 30 soon and Marco Bellinelli already over 30, it would be prudent for the Spurs to take a younger shooter to give them some youth in the backcourt. As we mentioned before, Popovich is a master at finding talent late in the draft and Dort can be a solid contributor off the bench before he becomes a starter. He isn’t the most efficient shooter and struggles from beyond the arc, but the talent development in San Antonio since Pop has been there is one of the best in the league and can mold him into an all-star caliber player.

[Drom John]

Dime Magazine:
NBA Mock Draft 2019: One Final Look Before The Big Night
Brad Rowland 06.19.19


19. San Antonio Spurs – Luka Samanic (F/C, Croatia)

The Spurs are always tricky to draft for but Samanic makes a ton of sense. He stretches the floor as both a shooter and a passer, operating with impressive basketball IQ and awareness for a young player. There are weaknesses, particularly if you don’t believe in his defense, but this is a marriage of player and team that is easy to embrace.


29. San Antonio Spurs (via Toronto) – Chuma Okeke (F, Auburn)

Okeke may not land in the first round, in part due to the ACL injury he suffered during Auburn’s NCAA Tournament. From a talent perspective, though, he’s one of the 30 best prospects in this draft. In San Antonio, Okeke would be maximized under a creative coaching staff and there wouldn’t be a ton of urgency to rush him back to the court before he was ready to go.

[look_at_g_shred]

Cam Reddish says he did meet with spurs ahead of 2019 NBA Draft via Jeff Garcia

[Drom John]

NBC Sports: NBA: NBA Mock Draft 7.0: The final mock before the draft starts
By Rob Dauster Jun 19, 2019, 1:30 PM EDT


19. San Antonio — GOGA BITADZE, Georgia

The Spurs have some solid pieces on their perimeter, but with an again LaMarcus Aldridge anchoring their frontline, it’s time for a rebuild there. Enter Bitadze, who was impressively productive in the Euroleague and whose combination of shot-blocking and floor-spacing is intriguing.


29. San Antonio — LUKE SAMANIC, Serbia

For all the reasons that Bitadze makes sense in San Antonio, Samanic does as well.

[Drom John]

CBS NBA:
2019 NBA Mock Draft: Mike Conley trade gives Grizzlies another first-round pick at No. 23
After a deal with the Jazz, Memphis can grab Washington's Matisse Thybulle
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Kyle Boone
29 mins ago [AKA 19 June 2019]



Rui Hachimura PF
Gonzaga • Jr • 6'8" / 230 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
18th
POSITION RNK
5th
PPG
19.7
RPG
6.5
APG
1.5
3P%
41.7%
The Spurs lack depth at power forward and with LaMarcus Aldridge quickly approaching his mid-30s (he'll turn 34 in July), they should turn to the future. Hachimura has guard skills but can play either forward spot, and his competitiveness could give him an edge to play early.




Bruno Fernando C
Maryland • Soph • 6'10" / 237 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
29th
POSITION RNK
4th
PPG
13.6
RPG
10.6
APG
2.0
3P%
30%
The Spurs need also to address their depth at center, where Jakob Poeltl and Drew Eubanks were both stretched past what they should have been last season. Fernando can be an instant impact player at the position who can bring intensity, rebounding and a physical post presence that would play well off LaMarcus Aldridge.




Jaylen Nowell SG
Washington • Soph • 6'4" / 202 lbs
Projected Team
San Antonio
PROSPECT RNK
56th
POSITION RNK
13th
PPG
16.2
RPG
5.3
APG
3.1
3P%
44%
The Spurs' success over the years has come largely as a byproduct of success in the draft. Getting Nowell would continue that. He was the best player in the Pac-12 last season and was one of the big risers in the pre-draft process after a really strong combine showing.

[kobyz]

He talk just like Tony

https://youtu.be/ZDuFstRgKfQ

[r0drig0lac]

https://theathletic.com/1031345/2019/06/18/vecenie-2019-nba-mock-draft-6-0-live-updates-projecting-the-field-reacting-to-trade-talk/


19. San Antonio Spurs — Rui Hachimura

6-8 forward, junior, Gonzaga

The Spurs are a tight-knit group, so it’s always hard to guess their plans. But in conversations with other teams, I’m starting to wonder if they’re the team who has assured Hachimura of their interest, with Wasserman holding him out of workouts and the combine to try and float him down to No. 19. It’s easy to understand why an agency would want their client to be in San Antonio, given their tremendous developmental track record. Additionally, they’ve dealt with international players regularly, and would obviously be very capable in dealing with the unique environment that is the first Japanese basketball star. Given Hachimura’s marketability off the floor, fit is always going to be more important than how high he goes. He’ll make that money up with ease in Japan.

It’s also worth noting that the Spurs are thought to be interested in Goga Bitadze. The team tends to stand pat where it is on draft day, though. It’s an extremely unlikely occurrence that both Bitadze and Hachimura would be available at 19, so these ideas aren’t mutually exclusive.

Hachimura fits positionally for their long-term future at the 4, as an elite frame guy at 6-8, 240 pounds with a 7-foot-2 wingspan. He’s also skilled, with a first step that is terrific for a man his size, and it allows him to get to the basket. As a shooter, there’s a hitch at the top of his release to fix, but his touch is pretty good and at least portends some potential — but he needs to get more confidence from beyond the arc. Defensively, he possesses potential due to his strength and length, although sometimes his feet get a bit stuck in the mud at times and his feel on that end isn’t particularly strong after his prep years of being the primary offensive option with little defensive accountability until he reached Gonzaga. This year, things started to click a bit more on that end, but it remains an open question as to whether or not Hachimura will defend.








29. San Antonio Spurs (from TOR) — Luka Samanic

6-10 forward/center, 19 years old, Petrol Olimpia

This is a critical draft for the Spurs as they continue to fill out the younger side of their roster. They have three picks, including two first rounders. With the backcourt of the future looking set with Dejounte Murray, Derrick White and Lonnie Walker, the team can look toward the frontcourt to try and find players that fit the Gregg Popovich and R.C. Buford mold. Samanic is the kind of high IQ, high skill player that tends to work there, and he worked out in San Antonio a couple weeks ago. I’d say that right around here is the start of his range, but he’ll likely be taken somewhere in the first round. Offensively, he’s a smart pick-and-roll player who can find the soft spot in the defense and make plays both shooting it and passing it. On defense, he’s versatile enough to guard on the perimeter, and has improved his bulk enough to not get completely overpowered inside. Depending on who is still available at 19, I think Samanic could legitimately be in play there, too.


49. San Antonio Spurs — Jontay Porter

6-11 center, 19 years old, Missouri

The Spurs were big fans of Porter last year, and still value big men at a level commensurate with taking two of them in the same draft. He’s suffered two straight ACL tears, but when he’s on the floor Porter displays a high level of IQ and terrific potential shot-making ability above the break. Much in the same way as Reid, his smooth shooting stroke has real potential to warp defenses, as does his passing ability. But to get a chance to do that, he has to get a clearance from NBA doctors and get back on the floor.





draft A+ imo

[timvp]

^ Agree, that'd be an A+ draft.

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[daslicer]

I have a feeling there will be some people who get the 19 and 29 correct but will get it wrong with the 49th pick. Anyways here are my guesses based on mocks:

19. Kevin Porter
29. Grant Williams
49. Adam Mokoka

[ace3g]

https://theathletic.com/1031345/2019/06/18/vecenie-2019-nba-mock-draft-6-0-live-updates-projecting-the-field-reacting-to-trade-talk/


19. San Antonio Spurs — Rui Hachimura

6-8 forward, junior, Gonzaga


As a shooter, there’s a hitch at the top of his release to fix, but his touch is pretty good and at least portends some potential — but he needs to get more confidence from beyond the arc.




draft A+ imo

This guy is stealing my stuff, lol - noticed this immediately when scouting youtube video of him.


The one thing I noticed that needs to be corrected -- he has a hitch at the top of his release point which caused a couple of his late game shots get blocked.

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/TheSteinLine/status/1141515538398683136

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141539554274500609

[Joseph Kony]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141539554274500609

Leur is a solid player, good pickup for Milwaukee

[sasaint]

https://theathletic.com/1031345/2019/06/18/vecenie-2019-nba-mock-draft-6-0-live-updates-projecting-the-field-reacting-to-trade-talk/


19. San Antonio Spurs — Rui Hachimura

6-8 forward, junior, Gonzaga

The Spurs are a tight-knit group, so it’s always hard to guess their plans. But in conversations with other teams, I’m starting to wonder if they’re the team who has assured Hachimura of their interest, with Wasserman holding him out of workouts and the combine to try and float him down to No. 19. It’s easy to understand why an agency would want their client to be in San Antonio, given their tremendous developmental track record. Additionally, they’ve dealt with international players regularly, and would obviously be very capable in dealing with the unique environment that is the first Japanese basketball star. Given Hachimura’s marketability off the floor, fit is always going to be more important than how high he goes. He’ll make that money up with ease in Japan.

It’s also worth noting that the Spurs are thought to be interested in Goga Bitadze. The team tends to stand pat where it is on draft day, though. It’s an extremely unlikely occurrence that both Bitadze and Hachimura would be available at 19, so these ideas aren’t mutually exclusive.

Hachimura fits positionally for their long-term future at the 4, as an elite frame guy at 6-8, 240 pounds with a 7-foot-2 wingspan. He’s also skilled, with a first step that is terrific for a man his size, and it allows him to get to the basket. As a shooter, there’s a hitch at the top of his release to fix, but his touch is pretty good and at least portends some potential — but he needs to get more confidence from beyond the arc. Defensively, he possesses potential due to his strength and length, although sometimes his feet get a bit stuck in the mud at times and his feel on that end isn’t particularly strong after his prep years of being the primary offensive option with little defensive accountability until he reached Gonzaga. This year, things started to click a bit more on that end, but it remains an open question as to whether or not Hachimura will defend.








29. San Antonio Spurs (from TOR) — Luka Samanic

6-10 forward/center, 19 years old, Petrol Olimpia

This is a critical draft for the Spurs as they continue to fill out the younger side of their roster. They have three picks, including two first rounders. With the backcourt of the future looking set with Dejounte Murray, Derrick White and Lonnie Walker, the team can look toward the frontcourt to try and find players that fit the Gregg Popovich and R.C. Buford mold. Samanic is the kind of high IQ, high skill player that tends to work there, and he worked out in San Antonio a couple weeks ago. I’d say that right around here is the start of his range, but he’ll likely be taken somewhere in the first round. Offensively, he’s a smart pick-and-roll player who can find the soft spot in the defense and make plays both shooting it and passing it. On defense, he’s versatile enough to guard on the perimeter, and has improved his bulk enough to not get completely overpowered inside. Depending on who is still available at 19, I think Samanic could legitimately be in play there, too.


49. San Antonio Spurs — Jontay Porter

6-11 center, 19 years old, Missouri

The Spurs were big fans of Porter last year, and still value big men at a level commensurate with taking two of them in the same draft. He’s suffered two straight ACL tears, but when he’s on the floor Porter displays a high level of IQ and terrific potential shot-making ability above the break. Much in the same way as Reid, his smooth shooting stroke has real potential to warp defenses, as does his passing ability. But to get a chance to do that, he has to get a clearance from NBA doctors and get back on the floor.





draft A+ imo

Porter’s health is a little worrisome. But at 49, I guess the upside overshadows that.

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/jrnba/status/1141444547521785856

The kid is either really tall or Zion is really...

[ZeusWillJudge]

Porter’s health is a little worrisome. But at 49, I guess the upside overshadows that.

At 49, he would absolutely be worth the risk. If he manages to come back from the injury and comes anywhere near his potential, I don't think he's loyal to the Spurs for giving him a shot. But there's a lot of talent there for a 49 pick.

[sasaint]

At 49, he would absolutely be worth the risk. If he manages to come back from the injury and comes anywhere near his potential, I don't think he's loyal to the Spurs for giving him a shot. But there's a lot of talent there for a 49 pick.

I am still hoping that we can get Okeke. I would rather have him at 29 than Porter at 49, and limit our MASH unit to one body.

Did you mis-type or get auto-corrected on the bit about not being loyal to the Spurs?

[ZeusWillJudge]

The kid is either really tall or Zion is really...

They swear he measured 6'5 1/2" at USA Camp last year, which translates into 6'7" with shoes which is the way everyone is listed on rosters. They also swear that he weighed in at 285, but I can't see an ounce of fat on him. I don't get it.

He also broke Duke's all-time vertical jump record. There's a video of him at Duke's combine, where he maxes out their Vertec, with some to spare. I don't know where the bottom was set, but he clearly jumped higher than they expected.

[ZeusWillJudge]

I am still hoping that we can get Okeke. I would rather have him at 29 than Porter at 49, and limit our MASH unit to one body.

Did you mis-type or get auto-corrected on the bit about not being loyal to the Spurs?


I was replying to a comment about Jontay Porter. And I'll be the first to admit that I don't know shit about the kid personally. But I've seen and read a few interviews. I got the idea that he knows how talented he is/was, and was pretty full of himself and thought he was a better player than his brother. If he's never had an injury, he probably would have been at least a lottery-level talent, if not in the upper part of the lottery. So if he comes back from the injury and plays up to the promise of his talent, he would be an incredible steal... but less so if he immediately started courting big market teams, and the money he should have been entitled to.

Like I said, I don't know anything - that's just a lot of reading between the lines on my part. But I still think it's another risk factor in drafting him. You can't really worry about stuff like that, though.

I hadn't really thought about it, but you're right. Drafting two gimps in one year seems a bit reckless. I guess if they both pay off, it would be a real win though.

[sasaint]

I was replying to a comment about Jontay Porter. And I'll be the first to admit that I don't know shit about the kid personally. But I've seen and read a few interviews. I got the idea that he knows how talented he is/was, and was pretty full of himself and thought he was a better player than his brother. If he's never had an injury, he probably would have been at least a lottery-level talent, if not in the upper part of the lottery. So if he comes back from the injury and plays up to the promise of his talent, he would be an incredible steal... but less so if he immediately started courting big market teams, and the money he should have been entitled to.

Like I said, I don't know anything - that's just a lot of reading between the lines on my part. But I still think it's another risk factor in drafting him. You can't really worry about stuff like that, though.

Thanks. I think if any organization paid attention to such stuff it would be the Spurs.

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141568671330066432

[Ron Swanson]

https://media.giphy.com/media/uDwKGxTFrADvO/200.gif

[timvp]

https://media.giphy.com/media/uDwKGxTFrADvO/200.gif

:lol My thoughts exactly.

[playblair]

https://theathletic.com/1031345/2019/06/18/vecenie-2019-nba-mock-draft-6-0-live-updates-projecting-the-field-reacting-to-trade-talk/


19. San Antonio Spurs — Rui Hachimura

6-8 forward, junior, Gonzaga

The Spurs are a tight-knit group, so it’s always hard to guess their plans. But in conversations with other teams, I’m starting to wonder if they’re the team who has assured Hachimura of their interest, with Wasserman holding him out of workouts and the combine to try and float him down to No. 19. It’s easy to understand why an agency would want their client to be in San Antonio, given their tremendous developmental track record. Additionally, they’ve dealt with international players regularly, and would obviously be very capable in dealing with the unique environment that is the first Japanese basketball star. Given Hachimura’s marketability off the floor, fit is always going to be more important than how high he goes. He’ll make that money up with ease in Japan.

It’s also worth noting that the Spurs are thought to be interested in Goga Bitadze. The team tends to stand pat where it is on draft day, though. It’s an extremely unlikely occurrence that both Bitadze and Hachimura would be available at 19, so these ideas aren’t mutually exclusive.

Hachimura fits positionally for their long-term future at the 4, as an elite frame guy at 6-8, 240 pounds with a 7-foot-2 wingspan. He’s also skilled, with a first step that is terrific for a man his size, and it allows him to get to the basket. As a shooter, there’s a hitch at the top of his release to fix, but his touch is pretty good and at least portends some potential — but he needs to get more confidence from beyond the arc. Defensively, he possesses potential due to his strength and length, although sometimes his feet get a bit stuck in the mud at times and his feel on that end isn’t particularly strong after his prep years of being the primary offensive option with little defensive accountability until he reached Gonzaga. This year, things started to click a bit more on that end, but it remains an open question as to whether or not Hachimura will defend.








29. San Antonio Spurs (from TOR) — Luka Samanic

6-10 forward/center, 19 years old, Petrol Olimpia

This is a critical draft for the Spurs as they continue to fill out the younger side of their roster. They have three picks, including two first rounders. With the backcourt of the future looking set with Dejounte Murray, Derrick White and Lonnie Walker, the team can look toward the frontcourt to try and find players that fit the Gregg Popovich and R.C. Buford mold. Samanic is the kind of high IQ, high skill player that tends to work there, and he worked out in San Antonio a couple weeks ago. I’d say that right around here is the start of his range, but he’ll likely be taken somewhere in the first round. Offensively, he’s a smart pick-and-roll player who can find the soft spot in the defense and make plays both shooting it and passing it. On defense, he’s versatile enough to guard on the perimeter, and has improved his bulk enough to not get completely overpowered inside. Depending on who is still available at 19, I think Samanic could legitimately be in play there, too.


49. San Antonio Spurs — Jontay Porter

6-11 center, 19 years old, Missouri

The Spurs were big fans of Porter last year, and still value big men at a level commensurate with taking two of them in the same draft. He’s suffered two straight ACL tears, but when he’s on the floor Porter displays a high level of IQ and terrific potential shot-making ability above the break. Much in the same way as Reid, his smooth shooting stroke has real potential to warp defenses, as does his passing ability. But to get a chance to do that, he has to get a clearance from NBA doctors and get back on the floor.





draft A+ imo

perfect draft
https://media.giphy.com/media/dYZB8uP3WHqeQ57Xp6/giphy.gif

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141688710666346498

[lmbebo]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141688710666346498

How much was Crabbe's salary? Could see Celtics offering 1 or 2 of its picks ...

[BG_Spurs_Fan]

How much was Crabbe's salary? Could see Celtics offering 1 or 2 of its picks ...

Irrelevant for the Spurs because they can’t offer Boston the cap space they want. Crabbe was $18 mil and Brooklyn paid a premium, so perhaps Celtics would offer the 22nd pick, however knowing Ainge they’ll probably be demanding assets for the salary dump :lmao

[RC_Drunkford]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141688710666346498

I'd take Baynes as the 3rd big, but we don't have the cap space

[Drom John]

Five-Thirty Big Board, with no international, and Darius Garland and Bazley lacking enough college games, sorted by Upside WAR

Rank/Player/Pos/Age/Scout Rank/Upside WAR/No.1 Comparable/No.2 Comparable

1 Zion Williamson PF 19 1 36.7 J. Okafor M. Bagley
2 Ja Morant PG 20 2 25.4 T. Burke J. Wall
3 Jarrett Culver SG 20 6 17.1 J. Forte H. Barnes
4 Jaxson Hayes C 19 9 15.8 Z. Collins D. Davis
5 RJ Barrett SG 19 3 15.4 C. Anthony D. Russell
6 Coby White SG 19 10 8.9 B. Knight C. Sexton
7 Brandon Clarke PF 23 12 8.0 D. Lee N. Collison
8 T. Horton-Tucker SF 19 21 8.0 T. Ariza G. Wallace
9 Tyler Herro SG 20 17 7.5 M. Beasley J. Lamb
10 Bol Bol C 20 13 7.1 S. Hawes H. Ellenson
11 Kevin Porter Jr. SG 19 14 6.3 X. Henry L. Walker
12 Cam Reddish SF 20 7 5.9 H. Barnes T. Young
13 Matisse Thybulle SF 22 28 5.9 D. Miller N. Powell
14 De’Andre Hunter PF 22 5 5.7 M. Morris A. Bennett
15 N. A.-Walker SG 21 23 5.6 S. Brown P. McCaw
16 Grant Williams PF 21 24 5.1 M. Sweetney T. Murphy
17 Chuma Okeke PF 21 41 4.8 O. Spellman J. Martin
18 Jontay Porter C 20 42 4.7 C. Wood S. Zimmerman
19 Ty Jerome SG 22 29 4.5 T. Bowers W. Ellington
20 Romeo Langford SF 20 11 4.5 A. Rivers D. DeRozan
21 Nassir Little SF 19 16 4.2 Q. Miller K. Oubre
22 PJ Washington PF 21 15 4.0 R. H.-Jefferson B. Portis
23 Shamorie Ponds PG 21 49 4.0 S. Mack J. Robinson
24 Tremont Waters PG 22 47 3.4 P. Jackson M. Banks
25 Dylan Windler SF 23 33 3.3 J. Kapono M. Bonner
26 Keldon Johnson SF 20 20 3.2 M. Beasley D. DeRozan
27 John Konchar SG 23 68 3.0 D. Wells M. Gansey
28 Charles Bassey C 19 51 2.6 T. Bryant J. Allen
29 Isaiah Roby PF 21 36 2.5 D. Brown J. Martin
30 Dedric Lawson PF 22 44 2.4 J. Green M. Muscala
31 Carsen Edwards PG 21 25 2.4 G. Diaz K. Martin
32 Luguentz Dort SG 20 27 2.3 M. Richardson A. Goodwin
33 Josh Reaves SG 22 81 2.3 I. Cousins J. Richardson
34 Bruno Fernando C 21 34 2.2 T. Bryant D. Sabonis
35 Daniel Gafford C 21 38 2.2 C. Taft R. Hendrix
36 Rui Hachimura PF 21 18 1.9 M. Haislip T. Warren
37 Nicolas Claxton C 20 40 1.7 S. Zimmerman S. Dalembert
38 Cameron Johnson PF 23 22 1.7 M. Bonner S. Novak
39 Devon Dotson PG 20 73 1.6 C. Joseph T. Green
40 A. Schofield SF 22 32 1.6 Q. Pondexter J. Harper
41 Jalen McDaniels PF 22 37 1.5 J. Martin B. Bentil
42 Q. Weatherspoon SG 23 57 1.5 D. Wells S. Thornwell
43 A.J. Lawson SG 19 86 1.4 L. Stephenson A. Goodwin
44 KZ Okpala SF 20 26 1.3 J. Johnson W. Chandler
45 Justin Robinson PG 22 52 1.3 Q. Cook D. Walton
46 Ky Bowman PG 21 85 1.2 B. Wright S. Mack
47 Louis King SF 20 35 1.2 D. Greene M. Williams
48 Terence Davis SG 22 79 1.1 M. Brooks B. Paul
49 Jaylen Nowell SG 20 92 1.0 S. Landesberg D. Washington
50 Donta Hall PF 22 97 1.0 J. Grant M. Estill

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141726929852293120

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/JabariJYoung/status/1141728504297529344

[Drom John]

Five Thirty Carmelo Projection 2020-2020
Length of value under team control

Rank/Player/POS/Scout Rank/Upside WAR/Comparable no.1/Comparable no.2

1 Zion Williamson PF 19 1 29.5 J. Okafor M. Bagley
2 Jaxson Hayes C 19 9 14.1 Z. Collins D. Stone
3 T. Horton-Tucker SF 19 21 10.9 G. Wallace T. Ariza
4 Ja Morant PG 20 2 10.8 J. Farmar N. Calathes
5 Jontay Porter C 20 42 9.8 T. Lyles C. Wood
6 Charles Bassey C 19 51 9.6 C. Bosh D. Favors
7 Bol Bol C 20 13 8.5 G. Oden M. Beasley
8 Jarrett Culver SG 20 6 8.5 J. Forte K. C.-Pope
9 Tyler Herro SG 20 17 7.6 M. Beasley G. Trent
10 Shamorie Ponds PG 21 49 7.5 K. Walker J. Williams
11 RJ Barrett SG 19 3 7.4 R. Vaughn M. Fultz
12 Chuma Okeke PF 21 41 7.2 O. Spellman J. Richardson
13 Devon Dotson PG 20 73 7.0 T. Jones M. Conley
14 Tremont Waters PG 22 47 6.8 P. Jackson M. Banks
15 Coby White SG 19 10 6.7 B. Knight D. Rose
16 Kevin Porter Jr. SG 19 14 6.5 Z. LaVine J. Richmond
17 John Konchar SG 23 68 6.2 M. Gansey F. Jones
18 A.J. Lawson SG 19 86 6.1 A. Goodwin T. Brown
19 N. A.-Walker SG 21 23 5.7 D. Mitchell S. Brown
20 Josh Reaves SG 22 81 5.6 J. Trepagnier J. Richardson
21 Grant Williams PF 21 24 5.3 M. Sweetney M. Bridges
22 Donta Hall PF 22 97 4.7 J. Augustine J. Bell
23 Ty Jerome SG 22 29 4.7 S. Weems T. Bowers
24 Daniel Gafford C 21 38 4.7 R. Williams J. Poeltl
25 Nassir Little SF 19 16 4.6 Q. Miller T. Harris
26 Jaylen Nowell SG 20 92 4.6 J. Forte J. Okogie
27 Matisse Thybulle SF 22 28 4.3 D. Miller J. Richardson
28 Ky Bowman PG 21 85 4.1 K. Walker J. Robinson
29 Bruno Fernando C 21 34 4.0 J. Poeltl D. Sabonis
30 Brandon Clarke PF 23 12 4.0 T. Booker P. M.-Bonsu
31 Jaylen Hands PG 20 93 4.0 M. Williams K. Satterfield
32 Cam Reddish SF 20 7 3.6 M. Richardson X. Henry
33 Keldon Johnson SF 20 20 3.6 D. DeRozan M. Beasley
34 Dedric Lawson PF 22 44 3.5 M. Muscala J. Green
35 Terence Davis SG 22 79 3.5 M. Brooks B. Paul
36 Nicolas Claxton C 20 40 3.5 R. Lopez A. Len
37 Romeo Langford SF 20 11 3.4 A. Rivers M. Williams
38 Dylan Windler SF 23 33 3.3 J. Kapono S. Battier
39 Luguentz Dort SG 20 27 3.3 A. Rivers M. Richardson
40 Isaiah Roby PF 21 36 3.2 T. Williams J. Gist
41 PJ Washington PF 21 15 2.9 J. Martin R. H.-Jefferson
42 Q. Weatherspoon SG 23 57 2.8 B. Hield D. Wells
43 Zach Norvell Jr. SG 22 77 2.7 W. Ellington J. Meeks
44 J. Cumberland SG 22 94 2.6 J. Crawford M. Brooks
45 Carsen Edwards PG 21 25 2.6 B. Gordon G. Diaz
46 Justin Robinson PG 22 52 2.5 A. Holiday B. Stepp
47 Quentin Grimes SG 19 84 2.5 A. Bradley H. Diallo
48 Killian Tillie C 21 90 2.4 E. Murphy D. Brown
49 Jalen McDaniels PF 22 37 2.3 J. Gist J. Martin
50 DaQuan Jeffries SG 22 55 2.3 J. Cage R. Terry

[Degoat]

https://twitter.com/JabariJYoung/status/1141728504297529344

those are like all pick 29s in my opinion, not worth 19

[Mugen]

https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1141726929852293120

Maybe some due diligence in case the Pelicans trade up to #2 for Barrett. Then again, it's the Knicks so who fucking knows.

[exstatic]

those are like all pick 29s in my opinion, not worth 19

Paschall is a reach at 29.

[sasaint]

Wow, based on the Five Thirty Big Board and Five Thirty Carmelo projections this is poor draft class.

[buujness]

https://twitter.com/JabariJYoung/status/1141728504297529344I really hope that they grab Okeke with 29. Samanic would be fine, and Paschall would be helpful, but Okeke is the guy to get.

[NASpurs]

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[BatManu20]

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Watch Spurs give up an asset to trade down 2 spots :lol

[Chinook]

Watch Spurs give up an asset to trade down 2 spots :lol

I hope they won't, but something like Beli and 19 for Crowder and 23 could end up being a decent deal, especially if the Spurs want Samanic. Luka is most likely to be there at both spots, while a bunch of the Spurs' other potential targets could already be gone by 19. Memphis needs a two-guard so they may well want to hop up and grab one before Boston's two later picks. This could satisfy TheGreatYacht (https://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=43719) too by potentially hurting the Spurs on the court, and we all know that's important.

[look_at_g_shred]

Or are they talking about moving from 29 to 20-23 ?

[RD2191]

I hope they won't, but something like Beli and 19 for Crowder and 23 could end up being a decent deal, especially if the Spurs want Samanic. Luka is most likely to be there at both spots, while a bunch of the Spurs' other potential targets could already be gone by 19. Memphis needs a two-guard so they may well want to hop up and grab one before Boston's two later picks. This could satisfy TheGreatYacht (https://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=43719) too by potentially hurting the Spurs on the court, and we all know that's important.

:lmao

[BD24]

Or are they talking about moving from 29 to 20-23 ?
That was what I gathered

[Chinook]

Or are they talking about moving from 29 to 20-23 ?

Pretty sure that's what they're actually talking about. BM20 was making a joke. Certainly, if the team can move up somewhat painlessly, it makes sense to do so to lock in the guy they want. I'd really like for them to get in front of Brooklyn and GS.

[NASpurs]

Let's say it's player + 29 + whatever else for 20-23... they can't package the new 20-23 pick and the 19th pick to move up again right?

[exstatic]

Pretty sure that's what they're actually talking about. BM20 was making a joke. Certainly, if the team can move up somewhat painlessly, it makes sense to do so to lock in the guy they want. I'd really like for them to get in front of Brooklyn and GS.

...and Philadelphia.

[Chinook]

...and Philadelphia.

Sure. But I tend not to envy the Sixers' picks much. And they have no many needs that they likely aren't targeting the same guy as the Spurs anyway. Marks has shown to be pretty good at drafting so far, and GS seems like they could play the long game with Okeke. Actually, they already bought 41 from ATL, so I'm not sure what's going to happen with their first-rounder.

[Chinook]

Let's say it's player + 29 + whatever else for 20-23... they can't package the new 20-23 pick and the 19th pick to move up again right?

Sure they can. But likely they won't because they won't pull the trigger on your first trade until that pick comes up. If they traded say Bertans and 29 for Simmons and 24 right now, then they could trade 19 and 24 for 11. 12 or 13. It would just be a three-team trade like:

Spurs: 12 and Simmons.

Hornets: 19 and 24

Philadelphia: 29 and Bertans

But I don't think the Spurs can wait until 29 to do all that, because too much will have to already have happened to make it work. At least the part with the Sixers has to be done sight unseen.

[Mugen]

I hope they won't, but something like Beli and 19 for Crowder and 23 could end up being a decent deal, especially if the Spurs want Samanic. Luka is most likely to be there at both spots, while a bunch of the Spurs' other potential targets could already be gone by 19. Memphis needs a two-guard so they may well want to hop up and grab one before Boston's two later picks. This could satisfy TheGreatYacht (https://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=43719) too by potentially hurting the Spurs on the court, and we all know that's important.

:lol

[Thomas82]

Or are they talking about moving from 29 to 20-23 ?

That's what I'm guessing.

[SpurPadre]

I trust in PATFO's decision-making in this draft but I really hope they don't pick Grant Williams and Samanic. They're two of the most boring and nonathletic players we could possibly draft in the positions we have.

[NASpurs]

Sure they can. But likely they won't because they won't pull the trigger on your first trade until that pick comes up. If they traded say Bertans and 29 for Simmons and 24 right now, then they could trade 19 and 24 for 11. 12 or 13. It would just be a three-team trade like:

Spurs: 12 and Simmons.

Hornets: 19 and 24

Philadelphia: 29 and Bertans

But I don't think the Spurs can wait until 29 to do all that, because too much will have to already have happened to make it work. At least the part with the Sixers has to be done sight unseen.

Ah ok, didn't know you had to wait for your pick to come up to trade it away. Don't know why I always assumed that stuff was done beforehand. Thanks Chinook

[NASpurs]

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[Chinook]

Ah ok, didn't know you had to wait for your pick to come up to trade it away. Don't know why I always assumed that stuff was done beforehand. Thanks Chinook (https://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=37557)

You don't have to wait to make these trades in principle. Pretty sure that at this point, you can't actually trade picks, but up until yesterday, you could trade them freely. I fully expect to hear 30 being announced as Detroit's pick rather than MKEs, though maybe they hadn't filed the paperwork in time. Most of the trades that have been announced won't be completable until next month, so they'll be contingent.

As far as what I was saying, I saying saying that it would be hard to make what you said work. It's not. The trade I proposed is very possible. It's just that it's not likely for them to do a trade like that unless the team's agree already. Like if Philly is willing to move 24 only if their guy isn't there, then the Spurs can't count on that pick being there to trade with 19. It's possible that the Spurs and Charlotte (for example) could agree to two trades, one where the Spurs get 24 and one where they don't. Like:

12 for 19 and 24 if the trade with Philly goes through

or

12 and Zeller for 19, Beli and Bertans if Philly backs out

We'll never know all the things teams set up that just don't work out in the end.

[NASpurs]

You don't have to wait to make these trades in principle. Pretty sure that at this point, you can't actually trade picks, but up until yesterday, you could trade them freely. I fully expect to hear 30 being announced as Detroit's pick rather than MKEs, though maybe they hadn't filed the paperwork in time. Most of the trades that have been announced won't be completable until next month, so they'll be contingent.

As far as what I was saying, I saying saying that it would be hard to make what you said work. It's not. The trade I proposed is very possible. It's just that it's not likely for them to do a trade like that unless the team's agree already. Like if Philly is willing to move 24 only if their guy isn't there, then the Spurs can't count on that pick being there to trade with 19. It's possible that the Spurs and Charlotte (for example) could agree to two trades, one where the Spurs get 24 and one where they don't. Like:

12 for 19 and 24 if the trade with Philly goes through

or

12 and Zeller for 19, Beli and Bertans if Philly backs out

We'll never know all the things teams set up that just don't work out in the end.

Yeah that makes sense now that I think about it. It would be stupid to trade just to move up without actually knowing if the player you want is there.

[NASpurs]

The dream is slowly fading away boys.

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[BatManu20]

The dream is slowly fading away boys.

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Yea he’s going Top-12 imo. Wound the surprised I he went top-10.

[timvp]

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I like Goga at 19. He's one of the few potential building blocks in this draft, tbh. Some scouts say he's the second most ready player to produce on Day 1 behind Zion. I can't say I disagree too much with that.

But since he's a center, I'd hesitate to give up too much to move up and get him. Unless the Spurs grade him out to be Jokic-lite, probably best to sit tight and hope. If he gets past the Celtics at 14, there are a string of teams that don't really need a center.

[rjv]

I like Goga at 19. He's one of the few potential building blocks in this draft, tbh. Some scouts say he's the second most ready player to produce on Day 1 behind Zion. I can't say I disagree too much with that.

But since he's a center, I'd hesitate to give up too much to move up and get him. Unless the Spurs grade him out to be Jokic-lite, probably best to sit tight and hope. If he gets past the Celtics at 14, there are a string of teams that don't really need a center.

the thing is, with horford on the way out and baynes now being shopped around, the celtics really do need a big man. for me the question isn't so much whether or not they'll go big but with which pick and also which big?

[NASpurs]

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[timvp]

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If Celtics are planning to pick Bol, maybe they don't draft Goga at 14. Hmm...

[rjv]

There’s an ongoing flurry of trade discussion regarding picks 20-23, league sources say, with teams like Golden State, Brooklyn, Sacramento, Dallas and San Antonio expressing interest to move up into that range.
— Jake Fischer (@JakeLFischer) June 20, 2019 (https://twitter.com/JakeLFischer/status/1141747313645359105?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

if legit, who would the spurs be looking for in this range?

[BatManu20]

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[exstatic]

Yea he’s going Top-12 imo. Wound the surprised I he went top-10.

Multiple Mocks have him going at #9 to the Wiz. Not sure why this is a surprise to anyone.

BTW, he is not Siakam. Not even close on twitch athleticism and experience.

[objective]

For the first round, I'd be thrilled with 2 of these players:

Thybulle
Clarke
Okeke
Claxton
Little

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Don't really like okpala, I don't like guys with elevated Stallone shoes. I'm worried he'll be the guy for Landry Fields

Hachimura gives me a headache on defense. Just seems clueless, and he's had years of great college coaching, it's not like Murray under Romar at Washington. After so much Mills and Marco I am sick of guys who can't defend. There's a clip in the Schmitz ESPN video near the end against Washington where he doesn't even bother helping resulting in a dunk. What they didn't show is that it was the second dunk in a row that he didn't rotate for. The first dunk he was late on, then the ran the same pick and roll and he didn't even bother the second time. Combine that with his bad passing iq, I don't think that's something I'm counting on him to learn at this stage

Re: Samanic, I am suspect of his switching pedigree. Real easy to switch against b-division nobodies in Slovenia and against 2nd round & summer Leaguers at the combine, the NBA is a different beast. Milutinov switched all the time on pick and rolls for Olympiakos and usually with great results. But he was switching guys like Campazzo and a 30 year old Nick Calathes. I don't think Milutinov would be a good switch guy in the NBA and am sceptical of Samanic as well. Claxton I buy, not Samanic.

[timvp]

For the first round, I'd be thrilled with 2 of these players:

Thybulle
Clarke
Okeke
Claxton
Little


Clarke at 19 and Thybulle at 29 would make the Spurs a top three defense next season.

The offense, though, would be a challenge.

[rjv]

Clarke at 19 and Thybulle at 29 would make the Spurs a top three defense next season.

The offense, though, would be a challenge.


we'd get more of the same strategy, i suppose. the spurs trying to turn the game into a two point shooting contest.

[TD 21]

Ever since the infamous trade, logic has dictated that, barring a repeat of last year when an ideal fit unexpected falls into their lap at 19, they should be trading up . . . and yet, despite clearly having the assets (Heat at 13 and Pistons at 15 are prime targets), I have no confidence in them actually pulling the trigger.

I'm sure they'll get cold feet and play it safe like usual. If they do, I get the sense 19 will be underwhelming. They were lucky to get Murray and Walker where they did (White too, though he was projected in that range), law of averages means it's unlikely to continue.

[cutewizard]

So what do you think guys??

[cutewizard]

Can we get SHAMANIC guys?????

[cutewizard]

Only 5 more

[cutewizard]

Im so excited for today's draft

[cutewizard]

Shamanic still in the table guys, hehehehehehe

[Spurtacular]

PJ Washington and Brandon Clarke still available. My top two realistic picks after Rui Hachimura, tbh.

[cutewizard]

Oh my god, only four more guys.............

[NickiRasgo]

PJ Washington and Brandon Clarke still available. My top two realistic picks after Rui Hachimura, tbh.

Charlotte Hornets.

[paperboy77]

Please get Clarke!

[davidbowie]

WE GOT GOGA

BOOK IT

[cutewizard]

hmmmmmmmmmmm

[cutewizard]

AND NOW WE DRAFT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[cutewizard]

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[Spurtacular]

Alexander-Walker and Bitadze leave great picks on the board for the Spurs. We'll see if they blow it.

[Spurtacular]

Of fucking course. Spurs passing up on good shit for some euro guy that wasn't going to be drafted top 40. Why did he even watch this shit?

[cutewizard]

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[Truth4sale$]

So we passed on Nassir Little. For this guy!!!

[cd021]

Spurs dodged a bullet with Clarke :tu

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOy2XckKCN8

[superbigtime]

baffled

[cutewizard]

https://www.atthehive.com/2019/6/19/18683569/2019-nba-draft-prospect-scouting-report-luka-samanic-charlotte-hornets

Heading into the 2019 NBA Combine, Croatian big man Luka Samanic wasn’t regarded as an appealing prospect to most scouts in the association. After all, he was coming off a disappointing year overseas in which his points per game stayed relatively the same even with his increased playing time. Another note worth mentioning was Samanic’s free throw percentage. It dropped off (https://basketball.realgm.com/player/Luka-Samanic/Summary/94639)six percentage points from 78 to 72 percent from the line from 2018 to 2019.
However, despite being the only international player to suit up for the combine’s scrimmage event, Samanic was able to display his skills graciously to the audience in attendance. He scored thirteen points and grabbed seven rebounds in less than twenty minutes of court time. This effort helped skyrocket his draft projection.
During the contest, he looked fluid on both ends as he chased after loose balls and was able to keep his ground defensively. In fact, his day-one scrimmage was so impressive that scouts advised him to not participate in the following games as they didn’t want his recent success to dwindle his newly-found praise.
Last season, Samanic played for the KK Petrol Olimpija over in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Unlike most European NBA prospects, Samanic played in a league that wasn’t regarded as the top league in Europe. As a result, the competition he was matched up against wasn’t up to par as many international prospects before him.
Luka Doncic (https://www.sbnation.com/nba/players/299925/luka-doncic) and Tony Parker (https://www.sbnation.com/nba/players/296723/tony-parker) are prime examples of prospects who played against Europe’s best talent. Even with the lesser skill of competition, Samanic and his club weren’t able to steamroll against the members of the Liga Nova KBM. The team finished (https://www.sofascore.com/team/basketball/kk-petrol-olimpija-ljubljana/6648) in the middle of their league’s standings last season. This mediocre team play lead to only a minuscule amount of attention drawn from international scouts regarding Samanic and his play. Instead, the main interest surfaced around prospects like Goga Bitazde and Sekou Dembouya, who are each regarded as first-round talents in their own right.
This “untapped” evaluation from many scouts makes Samanic certainly one of the most intriguing prospects heading into Thursday’s draft.
Let’s shift gears and talk about his play on the court.
Profile
Height: 6’11”
Weight: 210 lbs
Wingspan: 6’10”
Stats: (Total of 50 games between three teams) 8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 34 percent from three off 1.6 shots per game
Strengths: Inside offense, shooting potential and athleticism
Even though his 210-lb frame is smaller compared to most professional frontcourt players, Samanic is still able to get his way in the painted area. He has a great ability to finish off the fastbreak as through a variety of his floaters and hook shots near the rim.
This also transitions into his post game where he has been proven to be a reliable scorer once he gets a good enough position down low. Although he won’t bully his defenders in the post, Samanic is still able to set himself up for great shot selections in large part due to his above-average ball handling ability.
Fortunately, Samanic is more than just an inside presence offensively.
He has been able to consistently stretch the floor out from three as his deep-range shot reached the highest efficiency in his career last season. These baskets from three come in a variety of ways. he is able to confidently shoot from both catch-and-shoot and shot off-the-dribble. This causes opponents to stay more uptight with him along the perimeter as his sharpshooting ability makes him a threat anytime he has space to let it go from downtown.
Combine this shooting mark with his underrated athleticism and you have a player that, if properly developed, can turn into a scoring machine at the power forward spot.
Samanic uses his elusiveness to get by his opponents who play him closely near the three-point line. This allows him to cut towards the basket, opening up easy opportunities to score near the rim. Having this unique speed gives him the ability to be that elusive player out in transition.
His athleticism expands beyond the offensive end. Despite his short wingspan, Samanic is able to wreak havoc on defense by putting up heavy shot contests from different places on the halfcourt. Using his excellent lateral quickness in the halfcourt, he is able to locate the ball and interfere shot opportunities from baseline to baseline. While shot-blocking has never been a staple of his game Samanaic has made a strong foundation for himself defensively.

[cutewizard]

Samanic and Jakob is gonna be the future frontline!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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[cutewizard]

Bol Bol is still available folks

hahahahahahahahahahha

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xdb8ERjzYs

[cutewizard]

3 more picks guys, and then we have the revenge 29th pick!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[cutewizard]

I think our 29th pick shall be good also, heheheheh

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihRmkdaw2Ho

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBKJWJllDd0

[cutewizard]

Bol Bol is still in the table, hahahahahaha

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[cutewizard]

one more guys

[cutewizard]

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BOL BOL STILL AVAILABLE,

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[cutewizard]

oh my god

[Thomas82]

Ever since the infamous trade, logic has dictated that, barring a repeat of last year when an ideal fit unexpected falls into their lap at 19, they should be trading up . . . and yet, despite clearly having the assets (Heat at 13 and Pistons at 15 are prime targets), I have no confidence in them actually pulling the trigger.

I'm sure they'll get cold feet and play it safe like usual. If they do, I get the sense 19 will be underwhelming. They were lucky to get Murray and Walker where they did (White too, though he was projected in that range), law of averages means it's unlikely to continue.

All of this!!

[Atl Spur]

Patfo got this under control; that’s why the whole league poach our staff...... wise up fellas!

[slick'81]

Luka samanic bitches!