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I like this pick. I would have been happier w/CDR, Hendrix, or Walker, but its a nice pick.
Another Money Maker Move
I like this pick. I would have been happier w/CDR, Hendrix, or Walker, but its a nice pick.
Well, what the , we got a good shooter and ball handler with size for a SG and maybe can play some SF in a small ball lineup PLUS we got an extra 2nd rounder next year and some cash.
Ain't no 'sure things' at 45.
If you told me before the draft the Spurs could trade 45 for a future second from Golden State, Malik Hairston and cash I would have said go for it ... even though I think Hairston has only about a 10% chance of panning out into a role player reserve in the mold of a poor man's Aaron McKie.
I give the Spurs a big thumbs up for what they did at 45. I wanted Hendrix or Walker but this trade is even safer. Free look at a decent prospect, the potential to get a very good second rounder next year and cash? Thanks, Kerr.
Yes, they got value, but both Hendrix and Walker had big time "steal of the draft" potential. I appreciate the Spurs responible approach to drafting, but last night was a case when they should have rolled the dice.
Hill was a major roll of the dice. They could have picked Chalmers or Arthur and everyone would be happy and they'd be getting praised all over the place. Instead they go with a player out of IUUIPIPUIU who could make them look bad if he doesn't pan out.
They could have rolled the dice again in the second round by going with Walker but Walker has a lot of question marks. Hendrix vs. Hairston is pretty equal in terms of risk. The decision between those two comes down to a matter of positional need.
Is Udoka a quite accurate NBA comparison for Hairston ?
Hairston is more athletic. He had a 38" vertical. Udoka probably has a 20" vertical these days
I'd say Hairston is like a poor man's Aaron McKie with more athleticism. His biggest flaw is his lack of passion. He was a top ten recruit heading into Oregon and instead of turning into a stud he got fat and lazy. He's skilled but his drive for excellence has long been questioned.
If you are going to compare him to a Spur, he's more Finley than Udoka.
Yep, you're right, I doubt Udoka can do that :Hairston is more athletic. He had a 38" vertical. Udoka probably has a 20" vertical these days
No, the spurs made the safer picks. The picks with less upside potential with less risk. Arthur's ? with the kidney and Walkers injuries ? make them the riskier picks not the safer picks but those guys were considered the better prospects with higher potential.
The spurs added a backup pg from this draft. You said it yourself that they had bigger needs for the first round pick then get the backup pg in the 2nd round.
Last edited by rascal; 06-27-2008 at 10:22 PM.
Hairston is a nice pick at No. 48. He's solid at just about everything, he could make the team as a spot-up shooter and defender.
Chad Ford analyse
and the analyse of the predraft camp
http://www.nbadraft.net/2008_nbapred...aluations.html
In his first game he looked passive and uncomfortable, trying to get into a rhythm and feel out his teammates. By the time the second game rolled around he figured things out and proceeded to have a nice showing for the remainder of the week. His outside shoot is still a work in progress, but anything inside of the three looks good for him. His mid-range game is very effective as is his ability to get to the basket, all thanks to his strength. He does not shy away from contact, in fact he goes right at it looking to draw the foul as well as finish the play. In his last game he put together a good performance, showing all the different ways that he can score. With Lason going down with an injury, Hairston was asked to bring the ball up and play some point guard, and he did an admirable job although he;s obviously not going to be confused with a point. At 6-5, a tough, athletic player, who has some nice skill and is definitely someone that has the resume to get drafted and potentially do some things in the near future.
Last edited by A.H 21-50; 06-27-2008 at 12:54 PM.
How is Hill a safer pick than Chalmers? Even if the Spurs picked Chalmers and he failed, there'd be no one to blame but Chalmers.
But if Hill fails, this would top the Splitter blunder.
Spurs reached perhaps 10-20 spots for Hill, putting some pressure on him to succeed. They should have gotten Arthur and gotten more value out of the pick by trading it.
this is a hilarious, yet disturbing image.
I'll concede the point. I've read a bit about Hairston today and watched his Blazers video. Truth is, it's probably a wash between him and Hendrix and Walker. I'll shut up about this until sometime after training camp. Besides, Pop and RC seem confident that Hairston has a legit shot making the team--that's something in itself.
This scouting report sounding wrong so I did some research since I didnt know much about this guy. Hairston may have his faults, but his athleticism and defense are not a problem. The guy has a 38" inch vertical and he plays pretty good defense.
Last edited by Sway; 06-28-2008 at 08:34 PM.
Arthur was the pick with the most potential in the first round but it came with some risk.
Does the hiring of consultant (samson?) has anything to do with drafting all US players?
Hairston faces Matt Bonner Jr in that highlight reel
This makes me sound very fickle 72 hrs later, but I'm really warming to Hairston. Last night a knowledgable friend pointed out that Hairston game improved steadily thoughout his career--noting that he free throw and 3pt percentage rose every year. He also became a more efficient scorer, and his pps would bear that out. Couple this with his good size for a shooting guard and his above-average athleticism, and I doubt we could have done much better at 45. Throw in the 2nd rounder, and it's a pretty sweet deal.
We're talking a bunch about Hill, but I think there is reason for grounded optimism with Hairston. He could be a servicable player down the line.
He's athletic. That's all I need from a second rounder.
Why?
What that gives to the team?
He won't even be a good practice player then. (without some bball IQ)
Not one athletic player in the second round but TWO!
How about that!
Chump your gonna have a fun year watching the Toros with Gist and Hairston.
Just
stop.
While your ahead, just stop.
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