Nicolas Claxton - 2019 NBA Prospect

[timvp]

https://i.imgur.com/w0DgD71.jpg

Nicolas Claxton

School: Georgia
Position: PF/C
Age: 20
Height: 6-foot-11.75
Weight: 216.6
Wingspan: 7-foot-2.5
Draft Range: 25 to 45
Combine Results? Yes (https://stats.nba.com/draft/combine-anthro/)

Why: Uniquely skilled bigman. Played point-center at times at Georgia. Ball-handling and passing talents are very impressive for a big. Overwhelming length: had seven blocks in his first ten minutes during combine scrimmage and finished with 11 blocks overall. Very mobile defensively -- should be able to switch off on guards early in NBA career. Long, fast, quick feet, explosive jumper. Smooth shooting stroke with high release and range extends to the three-point line. Late bloomer in high school. One of his first workouts was for the Spurs.

Why Not: Raw for his age. Top heavy body; needs to gain another 20 pounds in order to hold his ground. Shooting percentages across the board at Georgia were sub par: 50% on twos, 30.2% on threes, 61.1% at the line. Not an instinctual rebounder and rarely fights for boards. Toughness and heart are question marks. Didn't play with a true point guard so it's unknown how he'll do in pick-and-rolls.

Spurs Fit: Austin for a year to work on fundamentals and gain muscle. Long-term, fits well as a stretch bigman -- especially if his shooting improves.

Spurs Comparison - Ceiling: Kyle Anderson in Francisco Elson's body

Spurs Comparison - Floor: Rookie Chimezie Metu

College Stats (https://www.sports-reference.com/cbb/players/nicolas-claxton-1.html)
Highlight Video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CesTy19zEA)
Tankathon Profile (http://www.tankathon.com/players/nicolas-claxton)
The Stepien Profile (https://www.thestepien.com/2019/03/22/draft-notes-nic-claxton-first-evaluation-can-matter/)

[Russ]

The obvious question -- is he related?

[ATXSpursfan]

Father was born in the US Virgin Islands and played briefly in the NBA...thought it worth mentioning.

[BWS-1994]

That ceiling :wow

If his rebounding improves, can he be like Joakim Noah lite?

[timvp]

The obvious question -- is he related?

He's fast but not Speedy. :smokin


Father was born in the US Virgin Islands and played briefly in the NBA...thought it worth mentioning.

Yeah, his dad is Charles Claxton (played with the Celtics for a couple games in the mid-90s). Dad was born in Saint Thomas and Nic has played internationally for the USVI.

[BillMc]

He's fast but not Speedy. :smokin


:rollin

[JuneJive]

Great sleeper pick for the Spurs.

[superbigtime]

i like

[Manu&Duncan fan]

Really like this guy!

[Play Boban]

Porker is probably going to end his career if he ever gets to the NBA. He’s not letting another Claxton ruin him.

[RiverwalkParade]

29

[Thomas82]

Another big I wouldn't mind having.

[SpurPadre]

Too bad he's not Speedy's kid otherwise he'd bail out LMA's chokejobs in the playoffs like Speedy bailed out TP's chokejobs.

[RC_Drunkford]

Looks like a sleeper and is the type of athletic, mobile big that you need in the new NBA

[kobyz]

Intrigued Boom or bust prospect, could be the next Siakam or out of the league fast...

[ceperez]

Finally, someone that may fall in the Spurs lap.

[duncan2150]

https://twitter.com/JabariJYoung/status/1129448125301706753

he had a workout with the spurs

[D-Robinson 50 fan]

I would be ecstatic if we could get him at 29! Him and Mfiondu are two of the 4/5 players I really hope we can grab at the 29 spot. I really hope our guys comes out of this draft with a 3 and a person who can play the 4/5

[timvp]

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Good news for the Spurs. Claxton is perhaps the most intriguing center who could be available at 29.

[ceperez]

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Good news for the Spurs. Claxton is perhaps the most intriguing center who could be available at 29.

Indeed interesting prospect, he's not usually a seen in the draft boards as a 1st round pick.

[Dejounte]

If youre thinking years ahead, Poetl will take up a chunk of our cap as he is sure to improve upon last year. There is even a positive article about him that came out today. This guy is future at our center spot and im still confused why people cant accept that. So you want to draft a center this year and then possibly have two centers (if said drafted center even turns out half as good as Poetl) that are taking too much out of our cap. Why not invest that percentage of the cap at the forward position where both of our forwards are probably on their last big contract on the Spurs (Gay and Aldridge) then when time is up, the forward we draft will have his contract extended without penalizing the team too much. Its called balance and timing. It doesnt seem thats understood as well here. Anyone want to do a wager that we dont draft a center this offseason?

[Chinook]

If youre thinking years ahead, Poetl will take up a chunk of our cap as he is sure to improve upon last year. There is even a positive article about him that came out today. This guy is future at our center spot and im still confused why people cant accept that. So you want to draft a center this year and then possibly have two centers (if said drafted center even turns out half as good as Poetl) that are taking too much out of our cap. Why not invest that percentage of the cap at the forward position where both of our forwards are probably on their last big contract on the Spurs (Gay and Aldridge) then when time is up, the forward we draft will have his contract extended without penalizing the team too much. Its called balance and timing. It doesnt seem thats understood as well here. Anyone want to do a wager that we dont draft a center this offseason?

The Spurs drafted three 6-5 guards in a row and may draft a fourth for all we know. All they have to do is think Hayes can space the floor as much as Aldridge can to pick him. The team is not so predictable as to draft for need over BPA.

[BackHome]

He is quick enough to play PF if he could get half way good on offense he would be a good pick. I agree two positions I would feel would be SF and PF.

[D-Robinson 50 fan]

He might be there at 29!

[Cardinal]

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

[BackHome]

I am cool with him in latter round though if he don’t cut the dreads SHAQ going to be calling him RuPaul.

[Thomas82]

Jaxson Hayes and Bol Bol are my 2 pipedream pivks for big men. My realistic choices that I would like for us are Nic Claxton, Daniel Gafford, or Bruno Fernando.

[Larry O]

I'm liking the idea of him playing point forward, ala Bobo or Draymond Green. Sounds like he has a high ceiling, and with continued strengthening, bulking up and working on his jump shot, if the Spurs were to pick him at 29, he could be another steal! Keeping my fingers crossed on this one! GSG!!!

[pad300]

The Stepien on Claxton :

https://www.thestepien.com/2019/06/03/draft-notes-imagining-nic-claxton-rich-mans-kevon-looney/

[GBO542]

The more I think about Claxton, the more I can get on board with him at 29. I think he has poor, poor man’s Anthony Davis written all over him. I’d like to see what we could do with him.

[JuneJive]

Definetly my top choice. Even at 19.

That kind of skillset in a big is rare.

[spurs50_]

Let's get Claxton and get a SF with the 29th...

[phxspurfan]

Speedy!! Speedy!!

[exstatic]

Definetly my top choice. Even at 19.

That kind of skillset in a big is rare.

The thing is, it's only intermittent. If he could play like that all the time, coupled with his size and athleticism, he's be a top 3 pick.

[JuneJive]

If his inconsistency is his first-to-come-to-mind flaw, thats a good problem.

[exstatic]

If his inconsistency is his first-to-come-to-mind flaw, thats a good problem.

Intermittent is less than inconsistent. If he were just inconsistent, he'd probably go in the lottery.

[timvp]

IMO, 19 is a bit of a reach for Claxton in this draft. So many good center prospects are dropping that you can probably wait and get him or someone similar (Kabengele, Fernando, Gafford, maybe even Goga) at 29.

[RC_Drunkford]

He'd be a steal in the 2nd round. Wouldn't be mad if we take him with 29 either. One of the best bigs in this draft if you ask me

[D-Robinson 50 fan]

I think this young man and Samanic are kind of similar and it isnt a coincidence the Spurs are looking at both. I think if we miss out on or want to use the 19th on somebody else besides Luka maybe Claxton will be their at 29. This draft is going to be super interesting overall.

[RiverwalkParade]

I know this is a bit out there, but I would consider trading up for this guy. A point-center with touch? Yes please

[exstatic]

I know this is a bit out there, but I would consider trading up for this guy. A point-center with touch? Yes please

If he were that, he'd be a top 5 projected pick.

[timvp]

IMO, 19 is a bit of a reach for Claxton in this draft. So many good center prospects are dropping that you can probably wait and get him or someone similar (Kabengele, Fernando, Gafford, maybe even Goga) at 29.

Today, it looks like SI has moved Claxton up to 19 and TheAthletic has him up to 21. Bill Simmons is also on the bandwagon. Might have to actually go for Claxton at 19 if that's you're guy.

[Dr. John R. Brinkley]

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

Great interview. Came across as intelligent, articulate.

[Thomas82]

Today, it looks like SI has moved Claxton up to 19 and TheAthletic has him up to 21. Bill Simmons is also on the bandwagon. Might have to actually go for Claxton at 19 if that's you're guy.

I say let's do it!!

[D-Robinson 50 fan]

I think this young man and Samanic are kind of similar and it isnt a coincidence the Spurs are looking at both. I think if we miss out on or want to use the 19th on somebody else besides Luka maybe Claxton will be their at 29. This draft is going to be super interesting overall.

After looking again at the combine info Luka is actually more athletic on most of the test but Claxton has a better wingspan. Luka shot better from the line and 3 also

[look_at_g_shred]

Take him at 19

[Dejounte]

Im warming up to this guy.

All tall forwards who can guard big and small. I like it.

1. Samanic
2. Bazley
3. Claxton
4. Roby
5. PJ Washington

[Thomas82]

Take him at 19

Cosign!!

[DPG21920]

Just watched that video linked and there were some really great things on film. Particularly that last 30 seconds. When he gets the ball, pushes it forward to break the press and delivers a bullet on the move to his right. Then, that defensive possession where he is moving all around chasing the guard and pokes the ball away.

Lot to like there.

[look_at_g_shred]

He reminds me of what everyone wants Brandon Ingram to be. I see some Giannis in his game too how he brings the ball up the court. He comes off as someone who will work on his game and be serious at it. So much potential here. I’d love him at 19. He’s exactly the type of player this teams needs. Murray/White/Walker/Claxton..that folks, is a great start for a rebuild.

[BackHome]

Claxton, White, and Murray you just say “Release The Hounds” that would be all defensive team.

[look_at_g_shred]

Claxton, White, and Murray you just say “Release The Hounds” that would be all defensive team.
Haha! Love it!

[timvp]

A seven-footer who can play this type of perimeter defense is difficult to ignore:

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[DPG21920]

A seven-footer who can play this type of perimeter defense is difficult to ignore:

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Ya - that is the highlight I was talking about in the video (the longer video). That leaps off the screen. Same with his ability to push the ball and pass.

[timvp]

Ya - that is the highlight I was talking about in the video (the longer video). That leaps off the screen. Same with his ability to push the ball and pass.

Probably 60/40 chance he's a bust IMO so I'd rather get him at 29 ... but his upside is good enough that I wouldn't be upset at 19.

[DPG21920]

Probably 60/40 chance he's a bust IMO so I'd rather get him at 29 ... but his upside is good enough that I wouldn't be upset at 19.

The fact Metu is similar scares me; that is like the blue print for this type of guy and........it’s not inspiring. Upset isnt the right word, but I don’t think he’s worth drafting and I really find it hard to believe he will be BPA at 19. Really hard to believe that.

[MaNu4Tres]

Claxton is far away from being a NBA player.

Very athletic though.

[Dejounte]

The fact Metu is similar scares me; that is like the blue print for this type of guy and........it’s not inspiring. Upset isnt the right word, but I don’t think he’s worth drafting and I really find it hard to believe he will be BPA at 19. Really hard to believe that.

I disagree with the Metu comp. Metu is far less mobile.

[kobyz]

I see a lot Josh Smith in him, also some Jonathan Issac with less promise jumper...

[keithington1]

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

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

He strikes me as someone getting hyped up near the draft, so he'll probably get drafted much higher than his true worth. 29 would be cool. 19...ehhh, I guess it depends who's left.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

I'm hearing that the opinion on talent is that it gets weak fast after the top 3 or 4 players, so I'd predict we'll be drafting "potential upside" by the time we get to 19. So yeah, this one wouldn't shock me with our first pick.

[elec7ro]

yea I don't care anymore, the more is see this kid the more I think there's no reason we should pass him at 19

[DesignatedT]

Reminds of a little of DJ Wilson from a couple years that played at Michigan and was drafted by Milwaukee. I was kinda high on him but he hasn't shown much his first couple years.

[Dejounte]

Great interview. Came across as intelligent, articulate.

I got the opposite of intelligent and articulate. He doesnt seem bright. But if we get him, hope the Spurs instill bball enough bball iq.

[Thomas82]

I just went and watched some more clips on him. Let's get this kid in black & silver!!

[Dr. John R. Brinkley]

I got the opposite of intelligent and articulate. He doesnt seem bright. But if we get him, hope the Spurs instill bball enough bball iq.

Compared to Kawhi, he looks like a Rhodes Scholar. But in general, these things are subjective. To me, he appeared thoughtful, for an athlete.

[duncan2150]

Sam Vecenie: According to a source, Georgia forward Nic Claxton has canceled and shut down all workouts for non-lottery teams (https://hoopshype.com/social/). Feels good about where he’ll be picked based off of feedback during the pre-draft process.– via Twitter Sam_Vecenie (https://twitter.com/Sam_Vecenie)

[mo7888]

Sam Vecenie: According to a source, Georgia forward Nic Claxton has canceled and shut down all workouts for non-lottery teams (https://hoopshype.com/social/). Feels good about where he’ll be picked based off of feedback during the pre-draft process.– via Twitter Sam_Vecenie (https://twitter.com/Sam_Vecenie)

If he has a promise in the lottery then somebody is falling.

[timvp]

Sounds like he'll be gone at 19. Impressive climb up the draft board for someone who wasn't even viewed as an NBA prospect not that long ago.

[Chinook]

If he has a promise in the lottery then somebody is falling.

Yeah. People keep saying "There's no chance that (X) will be on the board at 19," but I bet if you made a list of those players it'd be like 26 names long. There will be really good players available at 19 and 29. This is looking like the best draft since 2011.

[D-Robinson 50 fan]

That's hella surprising if he got a promise from a lotto team. I thought he might be available at the 19th spot for sure. Samanic, should be our target there unless one of the better wings aka small forwards drop.

I feel this draft has a decent amount of guys who can play the 3 and D role decently in the NBA, so the 19th pick should be a high ceiling player. Claxton and or Samanic were my guys.

[Dr. John R. Brinkley]

It feels like people are elevating the stock of certain players in search of the next Draymond or Siakam. It makes sense. But that also means some more talented guards will likely slip.

[exstatic]

If he has a promise in the lottery then somebody is falling.

If he had a promise, he would have shut down ALL workouts.

This draft is going to be odd. They've already invited 16 players to the green room, and there are only 14 lottery draft picks. No one really knows what will happen after the first 3 picks.

[exstatic]

It feels like people are elevating the stock of certain players in search of the next Draymond or Siakam. It makes sense. But that also means some more talented guards will likely slip.

OMG, this place would melt if they pick another guard.

[Dr. John R. Brinkley]

OMG, this place would melt if they pick another guard.

I agree. But I would prefer a guard with skills over a big man who can’t stay on the floor. Ideally, they should pick a forward, but I’m expecting to be let down.

[Dejounte]

With Davis going to the Lakers, you kind of have to draft Claxton now so we can have someone match up with Davis in the future. Then with the other pick to draft someone to match up with LeBron / Kawhi since Kawhi will probably be on the Lakers too.

19th Claxton
29th Bazley

[Degoat]

With Davis going to the Lakers, you kind of have to draft Claxton now so we can have someone match up with Davis in the future. Then with the other pick to draft someone to match up with LeBron / Kawhi since Kawhi will probably be on the Lakers too.

19th Claxton
29th Bazley

dont disagree with you but honestly last couple of matchups Aldridge has owned Davis :hat

[NickiRasgo]

With Davis going to the Lakers, you kind of have to draft Claxton now so we can have someone match up with Davis in the future. Then with the other pick to draft someone to match up with LeBron / Kawhi since Kawhi will probably be on the Lakers too.

19th Claxton
29th Bazley

Davis will eat Claxton alive - both physically and mentally.

[Dejounte]

Davis will eat Claxton alive - both physically and mentally.

Im not so sure. Claxton has a +2" standing reach over Davis and his defense reminds me a lot of Davis. I think its a good matchup between those two. Claxton just needs to get a lot stronger.

[NickiRasgo]

Im not so sure. Claxton has a +2" standing reach over Davis and his defense reminds me a lot of Davis. I think its a good matchup between those two. Claxton just needs to get a lot stronger.

Davis has been in the league for 7 years - much experienced and stronger. Claxton is an upcoming rookie. I doubt he can do shit on Davis. Maybe in a few years but not now.

Remember when Boris is schooling Draymond in the post back in 2013.

[Chinook]

Guarding Davis is Poeltl's job anyway. You draft Claxton if you think he's BPA. You don't worry about what other teams are doing right now. If anything, getting Davis out of the division was a good thing for the Spurs. The SW division already had enough talent as it was.

[Dejounte]

Davis has been in the league for 7 years - much experienced and stronger. Claxton is an upcoming rookie. I doubt he can do shit on Davis. Maybe in a few years but not now.

Remember when Boris is schooling Draymond in the post back in 2013.

Well yeah, i wrote my posts based off a year or two from now when Claxton has more strength and is tapping into his potential. Not saying hes gonna hold his own just yet against him this coming year. Maybe show flashes of it though for 3 minutes at a time.

[BackHome]

Tbh I thought the same thing would not mind your two picks if Bazley head is on straight.

[kobyz]

Atlanta really like him and his potential to play a Draymond Green role for them as a defensive playmaking big, so he's not gonna be there after #17

[Thomas82]

Atlanta really like him and his potential to play a Draymond Green role for them as a defensive playmaking big, so he's not gonna be there after #17

I don't see him going to Atlanta.

[Big Empty]

Mavs with Porzingus, Denver has yoke-its that we couldnt stop, Lakers with AD. We probably need a tool in the shed to deal with these cats so im good with a center at 29

[Russ]

Tankathon has the Spurs drafting Keldon Johnson at 19 and Claxton at 29.

Not bad.

[Dverde]

Latest SI mock draft has Spurs picking him at #19.

[kobyz]

he reminds andrei kirilenko...

[Dejounte]

If the Spurs work with this guy, his potential is off the roof. Biggest potential alongside Bol Bol (insane shooting for his size), Bazley (point forward with great size and skills), and Roby (defensive wing/pf with great size and mobility).

[Dverde]

I read on here he’s father is from the Virgin Islands. It would be amazing to have TD mentor this kid up. He appears to be a project, but definitely see potential.

[keithington1]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vM8j5jzZFiA
I like this guy and Bazley soo much. Who do u take first and hope last till 29? U might only get one of them. Speaking off of potential. Can Claxton play SF ala Giannas?

[timvp]

^I'd say Bazely is much more likely to fall to 29 than Claxton.

[Dejounte]

^I'd say Bazely is much more likely to fall to 29 than Claxton.

I doubt it. Bazley is in Detroit today per his instagram for his third workout. Last i checked, they only have a 1st round pick...15th.

[Immortal Spur]

Dang... those highlights are nutty. Seems to have DPOY potential in the right situation. Reminds me of Ben Wallace. Does he Rim run or do anything on offense? With him, white and Murray that would be a tough defense to score on.

[Dejounte]

Dang... those highlights are nutty. Seems to have DPOY potential in the right situation. Reminds me of Ben Wallace. Does he Rim run or do anything on offense? With him, white and Murray that would be a tough defense to score on.

His offense is whats most appealing to me. Plays like Giannis with how he drives to the hoop. Only has one move right now though with the turnaround J.

[Immortal Spur]

His offense is whats most appealing to me. Plays like Giannis with how he drives to the hoop. Only has one move right now though with the turnaround J.
the way it looks he can guard 1-5.

[Dejounte]

the way it looks he can guard 1-5.

Which is why we should draft this dude. Imagine our guards playing great man to man D then if they even try to get inside they get their ass blocked by Claxton

[keithington1]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ei92DT2924
Will he ever be a good 1 on 1 player of the dribble?

[Thomas82]

the way it looks he can guard 1-5.


Which is why we should draft this dude. Imagine our guards playing great man to man D then if they even try to get inside they get their ass blocked by Claxton

All of this!!

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/Sam_Vecenie/status/1141174516237783040

[timvp]

https://twitter.com/Sam_Vecenie/status/1141174516237783040

Wow. Between this and Claxton shutting down workouts for teams outside of the lottery, he must be really confident that he's going to be picked somewhere between 15 and 20. My guess would be Hawks at 17.

[Dejounte]

Wow. Between this and Claxton shutting down workouts for teams outside of the lottery, he must be really confident that he's going to be picked somewhere between 15 and 20. My guess would be Hawks at 17.

That would suck. Really wanted him.

[RiverwalkParade]

With Horford our in Boston, I think he could go 14

[timvp]

With Horford our in Boston, I think he could go 14

I hadn't thought of that. Good point.

Hayes, Claxton and Goga suddenly make a lot more sense for the Celtics.

[KDKSpurs24]

This is who I want the most in the draft. I keep seeing Chris Bosh. But I’m sure other teams are seeing it too and he may be gone as high as 14 unfortunately.

[timvp]

I'm not 100% sold on Claxton -- he sometimes looks like Metu 2.0 -- but his switchability on defense alone makes me think using 19 on him wouldn't be a waste. In theory, Murray, White and Claxton could combine to be the best pick-and-roll defending trio in the league by far.

[Dejounte]

I'm not 100% sold on Claxton -- he sometimes looks like Metu 2.0 -- but his switchability on defense alone makes me think using 19 on him wouldn't be a waste. In theory, Murray, White and Claxton could combine to be the best pick-and-roll defending trio in the league by far.

How does his game resemble Metu at all? Metu is a post up player (poor man's Aldridge) and quick jumping athlete. Claxton handled the ball way more than Metu did during his whole GLeague stint.

[timvp]

How does his game resemble Metu at all? Metu is a post up player (poor man's Aldridge)
Huh? Metu is a face-up, perimeter bigman. In fact, after summer league last year, many Spurs fans thought he could play SF.

I don't think he posted up once last season on the Spurs and I doubt we ever see that from him. He's a pick-and-pop, lithely big ... like Claxton.

[Thomas82]

This is who I want the most in the draft. I keep seeing Chris Bosh. But I’m sure other teams are seeing it too and he may be gone as high as 14 unfortunately.

Sports Illustrated has us picking him at 19. I really hope that prediction comes true somehow. I would also be ecstatic with Bol Bol or Jaxson Hayes.

[Marcus Bryant]

You can swing for the fences or draft players more likely to make the league though not be stars. With the latter maybe you end up with some tradeable pieces.

[Gordy58]

I like Claxton, he’s definitely got some intriguing tools and skills. As of now though, he’s still too skinny, like really skinny, he shot horrible from three and his form isn’t the most encouraging. His handles are definitely above average for a big, his passing is average. His defense and rebounding are definitely his strengths, his switch-ability in the PNR is what makes him the most intriguing along with his shot blocking presence, although I think he’d easily get buried under the basket by a quality big.

[Thomas82]

I like Claxton, he’s definitely got some intriguing tools and skills. As of now though, he’s still too skinny, like really skinny, he shot horrible from three and his form isn’t the most encouraging. His handles are definitely above average for a big, his passing is average. His defense and rebounding are definitely his strengths, his switch-ability in the PNR is what makes him the most intriguing along with his shot blocking presence, although I think he’d easily get buried under the basket by a quality big.

IMO, he would still be too good to pass on if he's available.

[Dejounte]

Nic is the taller, more athletic, but less skilled version of Jontay Porter whom the Spurs were interested in last year.

[SASdynasty!]

Too bad he's not Speedy's kid otherwise he'd bail out LMA's chokejobs in the playoffs like Speedy bailed out TP's chokejobs.
Yah I remember that!

Especially in the 2003 Finals:

Parker: 14.0/4.0
Claxton: 6.2/1.5

Or better yet in the playoffs in general that year:

Parker: 14.7/3.5
Claxton: 5.2/1.9

And even that regular season!

Parker: 15.5/5.3
Claxton: 5.8/2.5

Man, Claxton was almost half as productive as Parker!

[Gordy58]

IMO, he would still be too good to pass on if he's available.
At 19th just depending on who’s still there. I’d still take Bol Bol and Goga over him. Even at 29 if Samanic, Bazely, Okeke, or Roby are there id rather take them before Claxton. Just my opinion

[BackHome]

I would not touch Bol with a ten foot pole no way he stays healthy Cousins would cave in his chest with an elbow jab.

[Gordy58]

I would not touch Bol with a ten foot pole no way he stays healthy Cousins would cave in his chest with an elbow jab.
I mean it’s not like he’s torn an acl or Achilles.... I don’t think his skinny build is too much of a concern porzingis is a twig, so was Tyson chandler as a rookie not to mention AD

[Dr. John R. Brinkley]

I don’t see a lot of luck falling our way for the 19th pick, but Claxton is one of the upside guys that should still be available. Bol Bol might still be there, but I would rather take Claxton. Bol feels like a situational player who probably can’t get more than 15 minutes a night IF he stays healthy AND he develops.

[Ocotillo]

I mean it’s not like he’s torn an acl or Achilles.... I don’t think his skinny build is too much of a concern porzingis is a twig, so was Tyson chandler as a rookie not to mention AD

Your point about the other players doing well despite their build is true but if Bol's genetics apply, his Dad never really filled out. My memory is he was a rail thin shotblocker his whole career.

[Gordy58]

Your point about the other players doing well despite their build is true but if Bol's genetics apply, his Dad never really filled out. My memory is he was a rail thin shotblocker his whole career.
I still think you take that chance if he’s there, I don’t think there’s anyone in this draft with his size combined with skill set. I think he can be another building block and eventual replacement for LA.