Nikola Topic

[rascal]

Just draft Nikola Djurisic in the 2nd round

[BackHome]

I am pretty sure he will not be there at 35 but would definitely grab him if he is

[JPB]

Why i can understand some of your takes, i still find it crazy that some refers to topic 2 euroleague games post injury where he played like 15 minutes. Unbeliavable imo.

Not fair from you to put that out of context, specially with incorrect stats and information.

First of all, those 2 games were before, not after injury. And he played 16/game in two games that's 32 minutes in total. Aynway I didn't, nor anybody, entirely based their evaluation on Topic out of these 2 games. That's the reason why I first mentioned the "short sample size" and that those games didn't bring anything, even oh so slightly, to help regarding my initial worries about him.

Those games exist and are an element among others you can't just ignore either. In 2 games; he looked totally lost out there. that's ofc not enough to make definitive judgment about his level of play vs stronger compe ion, but that still doesn't play in his favor, even oh so slightly... when you have to make a decision, since that's all we got, and you're already not that high on the guy.

Would he haved performed well in those games, that would have played a little in his favor... even oh so slightly.

[exstatic]

Not fair from you to put that out of context, specially with incorrect stats and information.

First of all, those 2 games were before, not after injury. And he played 16/game in two games that's 32 minutes in total. Aynway I didn't, nor anybody, entirely based their evaluation on Topic out of these 2 games. That's the reason why I first mentioned the "short sample size" and that those games didn't bring anything, even oh so slightly, to help regarding my initial worries about him.

Those games exist and are an element among others you can't just ignore either. In 2 games; he looked totally lost out there. that's ofc not enough to make definitive judgment about his level of play vs stronger compe ion, but that still doesn't play in his favor, even oh so slightly... when you have to make a decision, since that's all we got, and you're already not that high on the guy.

Would he haved performed well in those games, that would have played a little in his favor... even oh so slightly.

Baseline bum has entered the chat.

He rides those two games like a bucking bronco.

[SpursFan86]

Not the best of vibes…only way I’m content with getting him is if it’s at #8 and we get a shooter like Sheppard at 4.

[CGD]

Are his measurements in?

[BackHome]

Topic has not talked with the Spurs scouts or managements but has talked with the Spurs medical staff

[rjv]

Not the best of vibes…only way I’m content with getting him is if it’s at #8 and we get a shooter like Sheppard at 4.

there's no way he doesn't drop.

[Uriel]

Not the best of vibes…only way I’m content with getting him is if it’s at #8 and we get a shooter like Sheppard at 4.

So I guess Bruno was right. This really does undermine his agent’s story that his knee just buckled during that last game and that he was able to recover quickly once he got back to the locker room.

[BatManu20]

Topic is an interesting looking dude tbh. Almost looks like a Bond villain or something.

[Maddog]

Topic is an interesting looking dude tbh. Almost looks like a Bond villain or something.

That should count for something

[Mr. Body]

No, Mr Bond, I expect you to rehab my knee.

[CGD]

Man, i'd feel much better discarding him as a draft candidate if it turns out he was 6'3" with T-Rex arms.

[BatManu20]

Between Timvp's comments and Topic's camp saying that the Spurs haven't reached out to him yet, it's a bit odd to me that PATFO seem to have little-to-no interest in Topic tbh, especially considering he fits our biggest position of need. Can't tell if it's legit or a smoke-screen. He seems like a very Spursy player with his advanced passing ability and overall feel for the game. Shooting can always be improved upon. Even if they don't end up drafting him, you'd think they'd at least show a little more interest. Wonder if they're really just that turned off by the medicals or what (not saying they shouldn't be -- he's missed a ton of time with those knee injuries. Legit concerning). Interesting situation imo.

[Uriel]

Between Timvp's comments and Topic's camp saying that the Spurs haven't reached out to him yet, it's a bit odd to me that PATFO seem to have little-to-no interest in Topic tbh, especially considering he fits our biggest position of need. Can't tell if it's legit or a smoke-screen. He seems like a very Spursy player with his advanced passing ability and overall feel for the game. Shooting can always be improved upon. Even if they don't end up drafting him, you'd think they'd at least show a little more interest. Wonder if they're really just that turned off by the medicals or what (not saying they shouldn't be -- he's missed a ton of time with those knee injuries. Legit concerning). Interesting situation imo.

Totally smoke screen.

[BatManu20]

Totally smoke screen.

That's my gut feeling too. Just seems like the exact type of player PATFO would be fawning over. The injuries are red flag though so you never know.

[exstatic]

If they really had no interest, they wouldn’t have gotten the medicals.

[couchman]

Smoke screen
I’d bet we want him at 8

[BatManu20]

Adding this in here. A 6'6 Goran Dragic would be one of the best players to come out of this draft, if he ever got to that level. The closer we inch towards the draft, the more I think the Spurs are going to seriously consider this kid.

His game is nothing like TP's tbh. TP was small but lightning quick and his game was predicated on floaters and tear drops. Most scouts have compared Topic to a taller version of Goran Dragic, which is a good comp imo. When you watch their tapes, it's easy to see the similarities. Both are excellent passers who excel in PnR. Both really like to get downhill and attack the basket. Both are crafty scorers once they get to the cup. Neither can defend much. Dragic was a considerably better 3-point shooter than Topic is right now, but Dragic also came into the league as a 22 year-old, which makes you hope Topic can get there with time. People tend to forget how good of an offensive player Goran Dragic was though. He made a couple All-Star Games as a Reserve for a reason. Guy could really hoop.

If you could somehow guarantee that Topic would end up being as good as Dragic was then I would take him at 4. Not kidding. The problem is Topic's shooting isn't near Dragic's and there's no guarantee it'll get there (though it may), and those knee injuries are red flags imo. The kid can't seem to stay on the court. Maybe it's just bad luck on his part and he winds up having a long career like Dragic did -- Who knows. But that's the gamble you're taking with him.

[Uriel]

Here’s the thing. If RC were still the GM, given his European scouting background, I’m confident Topic would’ve been at or near the top of our big board. But ever since Wright took over, we’ve focused almost exclusively on drafting US college players.

That’s not to say that I don’t think the Spurs are interested. I’m pretty sure they are. But I feel that they still have domestic players like Castle or Dillingham higher on their big board.

[SpursFan86]

I keep going back and forth on this guy At #4, I’d have mixed feelings…but at this point I’m fairly confident he’s going to be the best guy available at #8 so I’d be thrilled if we snagged him there.

[Mugen]

Adding this in here. A 6'6 Goran Dragic would be one of the best players to come out of this draft, if he ever got to that level. The closer we inch towards the draft, the more I think the Spurs are going to seriously consider this kid.

Anybody that doesn't remember how good Dragic was doesn't remember him dragging his nuts across the Spurs during the playoffs tbh

I'd be shocked if Topic ever develops the shot and offensive arsenal that Dragic had. If you guarantee that he would, then he'd be an easy pick at #4.

I was all in on Hot Topic before his 2nd major knee injury. Now, I think he's even way too risky for #8 tbh.

[exstatic]

Anybody that doesn't remember how good Dragic was doesn't remember him dragging his nuts across the Spurs during the playoffs tbh

I'd be shocked if Topic ever develops the shot and offensive arsenal that Dragic had. If you guarantee that he would, then he'd be an easy pick at #4.

I was all in on Hot Topic before his 2nd major knee injury. Now, I think he's even way too risky for #8 tbh.

It’s not a second injury, he tweaked the first one. Even if the MCL requires surgery, the recovery period is 3-6 months, not a year like an ACL. If he got drafted and went under the knife 1 July, he’d be ready sometime between Labor Day and NewYears,with all or most of his rookie season in front of him.

[Mr. Body]

Let's not call him Goran Dragic. Then people will think he's Goran Dragic. He doesn't have any jumpshot at any point on the floor.

[duncan2150]

Between Timvp's comments and Topic's camp saying that the Spurs haven't reached out to him yet, it's a bit odd to me that PATFO seem to have little-to-no interest in Topic tbh, especially considering he fits our biggest position of need. Can't tell if it's legit or a smoke-screen. He seems like a very Spursy player with his advanced passing ability and overall feel for the game. Shooting can always be improved upon. Even if they don't end up drafting him, you'd think they'd at least show a little more interest. Wonder if they're really just that turned off by the medicals or what (not saying they shouldn't be -- he's missed a ton of time with those knee injuries. Legit concerning). Interesting situation imo.

I saw that topic talked With spurs doctor.