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Let’s hope it stays that way
What is really interesting here is there ARE A LOT of people that have Hunter wayyyyy lower in their tiers than where him getting drafted suggests. Like way lower. As in tier 3 vs tier 1 or even 2.
Let’s hope it stays that way
Furthest i've seen him drop is 8
For sure - there is a huge difference in people ranking prospects on their board and where they will actually get drafted. Same with Coby White. Plenty of people have him low but he’s going to go in the top 10
I like him even though the Spurs aren't gonna get him. But I do see a lot of Harrison Barnes when I've watched him play.
This guy is going top 10 for sure. Most likely top 5
To be honest I’d rather have Little. Although little has a lower floor, his potential is much more
Hunter was the guy I wanted the Spurs to draft, back at the beginning of the season. He was far enough under the hype radar that I thought the Spurs would have a shot. He played his way out of reach, and then really put a nail in the coffin during the NCAA Tournament. I don't think there's any way he falls lower than 6, but there's no way he's getting past 10. I don't know who the people are who have him as a tier 3 player, but I doubt they have jobs with NBA teams.
Well it’s people that are relatively trusted in terms of basketball twitter and work for reputable sites; but many don’t consult with or work for teams.
Based off what exactly? Little is garbage.
Gun to your head, Little or Rui?
Rather kill myself but to answer your question: Rui
That was pretty salty of me. I'm just really worn out with the "analysts" this year. Seeing the same guy projected as a Top 10 pick, and also down in the mid-second round. Worse than the damn Weather Channel. Maybe it's just me, but it seems to be worse than ever this year.
Hunter as a tier 3 player just doesn't make any sense to me. I understand saying that he's not an insta-star, ROY type of player. So if that's Tier 2, I get it. It's pretty well accepted that there is a big drop after the first 2-3-4 players. But he checks so many boxes for the Spurs. If they had the 10 pick, and he fell that far, I can't see any chance of them passing on him. With the demand for guys his size who can shoot the 3 at an elite level AND he's probably the best man defender in the draft? I can't see any NBA GM letting him get past 10, no matter what any analysts say.
The Hawks are “very high” on Virginia forward De’Andre Hunter, according to ESPN’s Jonathan Givony (Insider link). Sources tell Givony that Atlanta is the only team Hunter has worked out for, though if the Hawks want to secure him, they may have to trade up from No. 8. The Hawks are also said to like Jarrett Culver.
Atlanta owns 8 and 10. I don't think there's any way they pass on Hunter twice. That's why I said that 10 is the lowest I can see him going.
Atlanta also owns 17, and has a load of cap space to absorb salaries. I expect them to trade one of those picks to get a good player. If they could trade 8 and still get Hunter at 10, I think they would jump on it without question.
My guess is Atlanta trades up to 4 to grab hunter or culver, whoever they like most.
For sure - they didn’t expect him to fall but the reason he’s ranked low is because his ceiling isn’t thought of as high. For a top 8 pick you’d want more upside.
I hope we get him, LMA for the forth pick!
Just said it, he has way more upside and higher ceiling than Hunter. Little did take a step back his freshmen year but he has all the tools. If you were to swing for the fences on all star talent it’s Little over Hunter. If you want an above average role player you pick Hunter. Roy Williams killed his draft stock. His shot can be fixed.
Youre not saying anything... I literally asked you, why do you claim he has more upside and higher ceiling and what is that based off of. And you answered, Little has more upside and a higher ceiling based off of having more upside and a higher ceiling. Wtf? What tools? Youre saying a bunch of nothing.
Little is a midget SF whose name is going to be forgotten in a few years.
Does anyone remember Sheldon Williams? I didnt think so. He was the 5th pick in the 2006 draft. People are afraid to call out busts. Not everyone projected in the top 15 is going to make it. Little is one of those players.
How is little a midget? They practically have the same measurables. Little is more athletic, he has a high motor, and good work ethic, he can finish around the rim better, rebounder. He was considered a top 5 to 10 pick coming out of high school. His shot is fixable. Like i said he has more potential than Hunter. You asked why I would rather have him because he is still raw, younger and his ceiling is higher than Hunter. Hunter is in the mold of Covington,
Little measured in at 6'4.5 without shoes. That is shorter than Danny Green and DeMar. You dont want your future SF to be that size. Thats just damn short, and his wingspan doesnt make up for it. Hunter didnt participate in the combine for his measurements. But if he was as short as Little, he would drop down my list too.
Little 6’6 with shoes with 7’1 wingspan at 224, Hunter is 6’7 with shoes 7’0 wingspan at 225
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