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  • #1621
    Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

    http://dimemag.com/2010/03/dime-nba-...e-greg-monroe/

    Dime NBA Draft Profile: Greg Monroe
    By Dime Magazine

    Georgetown's Greg Monroe
    With the season already down to its last 10 games, NBA GMs have their minds set on the NBA Playoffs. But for those teams that will be counting ping pong balls instead of playoff victories, the upcoming NBA Draft has many intriguing prospects that need to be recognized. So with March Madness wrapping up, Dime contributor Lucas Shapiro continues profiling players and giving them a team that would best fit their talent. Last week was Wake Forest’s Al-Farouq Aminu, so now we’re on to Georgetown’s Greg Monroe.

    Player Comparisons: Chris Webber, Lamar Odom and Brad Miller

    Athleticism
    If you have ever watched Greg Monroe play, you’ll notice that he has an awkward style. He’s not going to kill you with his athleticism. While he is good at running the floor for a big man (6-10, 247 pounds), there is nothing to get excited about in terms of his athleticism. Due to his sneakiness, those with an untrained eye would call Monroe a stiff. Although his movement and strength need improvement, Monroe has great hand-eye coordination for his size. This enables him to be a nontraditional big man, something NBA teams have grown to like more and more as the game continues to change yearly.
    Grade: B

    Fundamentals
    Whenever a lefty big man with great fundamentals comes around, every team has to be intrigued. Monroe’s rare court vision and shooting ability make him a rare prospect. He does not have a traditional post game, but manages to score in all the post areas effortlessly. Just wait until the NBA Draft Combine to see Monroe’s full skill set put on display, since he has been limited within the offense at Georgetown. If Monroe can develop a better right hand and limit his turnovers, he could be an unstoppable offensive threat. On the defensive end, he shows good shot-blocking ability, but he needs to continue to improve. He needs to be more physical against stronger post players. His rebounding is much improved and he should be a solid defensive rebounder in the League.
    Grade: A

    NBA Readiness
    Monroe’s decision to stay at Georgetown for an extra year was a smart one. His improvement was clear from his freshman year to his sophomore year, as his scoring average went up 3.4 points and his rebounding average went up by 3.1 boards. Although Monroe is often described as soft, the Big East has been known to toughen up its players. Charlie Villanueva was also questioned for being soft in college, and he was made ready for the NBA at UConn. Georgetown specifically is also great at preparing big men for the League as well. Patrick Ewing, Alonzo Mourning, Dikembe Mutombo and Roy Hibbert had no issues adjusting to the style of play at the professional level. If Monroe lands on the right team, many experts could pick him for Rookie of the Year since he’s one of the most NBA ready prospects in his class.
    Grade: A-

    Potential
    For some reason, Monroe does not seem to take over games like he should. It could simply be that he’s too worried to turn the ball over. He has fairly limited potential due to his lack of athleticism, but he still can become a star. With a 7-2 wingspan, Monroe also has potential to improve on the defensive end and become a solid overall player – face-up power forwards are the latest trend and Monroe is one of the best available in this Draft. He will need to be more focused since we did see him lose focus against Ohio in the NCAA Tournament. This kind of laziness and complacency scares general managers and it cannot continue. He has become a better worker throughout college, but he still needs to keep showing steady improvement.
    Grade: B

    Best Fit: Milwaukee Bucks*
    Is there a better fit for Monroe than the Milwaukee Bucks? A Brandon Jennings-Greg Monroe duo would be similar to a Brandon Roy-LaMarcus Aldridge duo in Portland. Jennings could be the flashy guard while Monroe could be the quiet and versatile big man. This team does not have a pure face-up power forward. We thought that Hakim Warrick could have been that guy, but he was shipped to Chicago before the trade deadline. Scott Skiles can toughen him up due to his old school coaching style. Monroe would also benefit Andrew Bogut with his great passing. The Bucks would love to add this different look to their offense, as it could be the last piece to make them a contender.

    *The Bucks have the option to switch their pick with the Chicago Bulls.

    Runner-Up: Utah Jazz
    Carlos Boozer has never been known as the loyal type. They will need to add one more big man with Boozer possibly gone. In the event that he does leave, Monroe would fit in well in Utah. Jerry Sloan loves versatile perimeter-oriented big men, as does Deron Williams (since those are the types of players that help his assist rates go higher). Putting Monroe on a contending team would also help his focus problems. If he were to land on a losing team, his development may never be able to reach his star potential.
    Ash from Army of Darkness: Good...Bad...I'm the guy with the gun.

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    • #1622
      Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

      http://dimemag.com/2010/04/dime-nba-...-xavier-henry/

      Dime NBA Draft Profile: Xavier Henry
      By Dime Magazine

      With the season almost over, NBA GMs have their minds set on the NBA Playoffs. But for those teams that will be counting ping pong balls instead of playoff victories, the upcoming NBA Draft has many intriguing prospects that need to be recognized. So with March Madness over, Dime contributor Lucas Shapiro continues profiling players and giving them a team that would best fit their talent. Last week was Georgetown’s Greg Monroe, so now we’re on to Kansas’ Xavier Henry.

      Player Comparisons: Joe Johnson, Paul Pierce and Jimmy Jackson

      Athleticism
      Take one look at Xavier Henry and you will think you are looking at a power forward. He is built like a house standing at 6-6 and 220 pounds. This great body enables Henry to overpower almost anyone in his way. The coordination that accompanies his frame enables him to be an inside-outside threat. Henry gets good elevation while soaring through the lane due to his strong legs. The one issue Henry has is his lack of explosiveness. This limits his ability to get creative on offense at times. It’s nothing that you can drastically improve upon which is too bad since it limits his potential. This would seem like a problem on defense, but Henry makes up for his lack of quickness with his 6-10 wingspan.
      Grade: B

      Fundamentals
      The best part of Henry’s game is his smooth jumper. He has great form and deep range. For a guy his size, he shoots the ball extremely well. He shot 41.8 percent from the three-point land and 45.8 percent from the field on the season, which are good percentages for a freshman. In the middle of the season, Henry did hit the wall with a nine game stretch where he could barely score. As this 19-year-old matures, this should not be a problem in the future. A great skill that Henry possesses is his ability to anticipate where the ball goes. This enables him to rack up rebounds and steals easily. He’s a good help defender, but he will struggle guarding many shooting guards that are quick. If he could land on a team with another versatile defender, Henry should be able to guard small forwards.
      Grade: B+

      NBA Readiness
      With a huge frame and a mature attitude, Henry looks like an instant impact player on paper. The one apparent issue with Henry is that he does not have good shot selection. For a guy who could nearly overpower anyone in college, Henry seemed too fond of his jump shot and chose not to drive a majority of the time. He will need to be more aggresive in the pros if he wants to hang around. His passive approach is what leads to slumps. He may be built for the long run, but it will be interesting to see if Henry can make a big impact right off the bat.
      Grade: B+

      Potential
      Is it worrisome that Kansas never lived up to the high expectations? In the last game of the season, Henry had only 8 points in 32 minutes. He has not proved that he can be a first option in college, so how can he be one in the NBA? Sure, he was only a freshman, but Henry still is fairly unproven. It is unlikely that he can be a franchise guy, but he can still be an All-Star caliber player. Overall, Henry can be effective in many ways but he might not have the potential to be a true superstar. It’s not a bad thing to be a second option.
      Grade: A-

      Best Fit: Philadelphia 76ers
      The 76ers are one of the worst three-point shooting teams in the NBA. It is a problem when Willie Green is one of your team’s best shooters. They need a true shooting guard and Henry fits in perfectly here. Andre Iguodala is a true small forward and the two could interchange. This is also a good duo on defense as well, since Iguodala can guard the faster wing players. The 76ers could try to go against the grain and try to replicate the strategy of the 2004 Detroit Pistons. They will not need to build around one superstar but will have five solid players that are threats to kill opponents on any given night.

      Runner-Up: Sacramento Kings
      Have you noticed anything in common with all of the Sacramento Kings? Most of the players on the roster are large for their position. Having a backcourt with Tyreke Evans and Henry would be punishing to a backcourt like that of Stephen Curry and Monta Ellis. Any team would have issues guarding this duo. It is also great since the two can switch off for good defensive match-ups. They are also a good tandem offensively since Evans is a great drive-and-kick player, which is perfect to get Henry many open looks.
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      • #1623
        Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

        http://dimemag.com/2010/04/dime-nba-...ordon-hayward/

        Dime NBA Draft Profile: Gordon Hayward
        By Dime Magazine

        Butler's Gordon Hayward
        With the season almost over, NBA GMs have their minds set on the NBA Playoffs. But for those teams that will be counting ping pong balls instead of playoff victories, the upcoming NBA Draft has many intriguing prospects that need to be recognized. So with March Madness over, Dime contributor Lucas Shapiro continues profiling players and giving them a team that would best fit their talent. Last week was Kansas’ Xavier Henry, so now we’re on to Butler’s Gordon Hayward.

        Player Comparisons: Matt Harpring, Luke Walton and Mike Dunleavy Jr.

        Athleticism
        Gordon Hayward is a white forward standing at 6-9, can shoot and plays college basketball in Indiana. Obviously, the ridiculous Larry Bird comparisons will be overused because of that. Hopefully, it is not overused to the point that the comparisons were given to Adam Morrison back in 2004. However, from an athleticism standpoint, Hayward is fairly similar to Bird. He lacks the lateral quickness and explosiveness of an elite athlete but has a quick first step. This can be attributed to Hayward’s ten-inch growth spurt back in high school. A couple years ago, Hayward was 5-11 and he managed to retain his guard characteristics from this magical transformation. He also managed to keep the same frame as a guard, which is not a good thing. Hayward should look to add 10-15 pounds of muscle for more upper body strength. He may not be a world-class athlete, but Hayward has the tools to get by in the NBA.
        Grade: B-

        Fundamentals
        Any NBA team likes a tall small forward who can shoot. Why do you think Tim Thomas is still in the League? They also love guys who are mismatches at all times, and Hayward is that type of player. He can be a triple threat due to his great shooting form, sneaky court vision and underrated ball-handling. Another underrated aspect of Hayward’s game is his ability to drive to the basket, which is an important skill for shooters. Whenever a player gets in a shooting slump, the best way to get out of it is to attack the rim. Hayward’s all-around skill set and knowledge of the game make him one of the most fundamentally sound players in this Draft.
        Grade: A-

        NBA Readiness
        The NBA is a league for men. Hayward’s baby-face demeanor and slight frame do not project well for an instant impact in the league. While he has the fundamentals to hang, his body is not ready to handle the physical play. As mentioned before, his lack of upper body strength will be an issue. He will need to land on a team that allows him to solely play small forward since he would have serious problems guarding opposing power forwards. He may have to deal with some adversity due to his aggressive manner. If Hayward can toughen up, he could be this year’s version of Omri Casspi.
        Grade: B-

        Potential
        Oftentimes, the media stereotypically profiles white players as having limited potential. Luckily, this is not the case for Hayward. He has the potential to be a full-time starter on an NBA roster, but it depends on what system he ends up in. His lack of speed would not fit in well on a team like the Golden State Warriors. A slow-paced tempo will be necessary for Hayward’s classic style of play. It is unlikely that he will become a star in this league, but he could be a high-quality role player. Being a role player is not a bad thing, especially if he lands on a contending team. One of the comparisons that Hayward receives is Matt Harpring. If Hayward could reach the level of play that Harpring had in his first couple seasons with the Utah Jazz, he won’t disappoint any team that drafts him.
        Grade: B+

        Best Fit: San Antonio Spurs*
        Richard Jefferson was not the player the Spurs expected him to be before the season. One way of putting the pressure on Jefferson would be to draft a small forward to breath down his neck. Hayward is the perfect player for the Spurs because of his great basketball I.Q. The team loves versatile players who can play multiple positions. With the future of the franchise on Tony Parker’s shoulders, Hayward would make for a great recipient of Parker’s drive-and-kick game.

        *Hayward is projected to be a borderline Lottery pick to a mid-first rounder.

        Runner-Up: Minnesota Timberwolves
        Obviously, the Timberwolves would not select Hayward with their earliest first round pick, but they could select him with their second one. The Timberwolves were 25th in the league in three-point shooting and could not seem to elect anyone as the official three-point assassin. With Kurt Rambis trying to put in the Triangle Offense, Hayward would be able to fit in perfectly with his great decision making. His shooting stroke, ability to post up players and passing skills could make him overachieve in the NBA. If Ricky Rubio can make his way to Minnesota, the team would have a mean white trio in Kevin Love, Hayward and Rubio. That is not something you see every day in the NBA.
        Ash from Army of Darkness: Good...Bad...I'm the guy with the gun.

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        • #1624
          Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

          Cool! Thanks for posting this, KC. Nice reads. Not sure if I agree with everything that's written, but when does one ever do that?

          Regards,

          Mourning
          2012 PD ABA Fantasy Keeper League Champion, sports.ws

          2011 PD ABA Fantasy Keeper League Champion, sports.ws

          2006 PD ABA Fantasy League runner up, sports.ws

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          • #1625
            Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

            Originally posted by Mourning View Post
            Cool! Thanks for posting this, KC. Nice reads. Not sure if I agree with everything that's written, but when does one ever do that?

            Regards,

            Mourning
            People that have actually watched them play would probably have to provide some input.....but I get the sense that many of these ratings on these Players are graded based on a curve.
            Ash from Army of Darkness: Good...Bad...I'm the guy with the gun.

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            • #1626
              Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

              Originally posted by CableKC View Post
              http://dimemag.com/2010/02/dime-nba-...ile-john-wall/
              Best Fit: Indiana Pacers*
              Danny Granger is a borderline franchise player and he needs another threat on the floor to take the defense’s attention off of him. T.J Ford was supposed to be that guy, but that experiment did not end up working out. Bringing in Wall would be beneficiary to both he and Granger. His transition to the League would not be as hard as other rookie point guards in the pass, as Wall would not have to lead the Pacers like Rose had to lead the Bulls in 2008-2009. Adding a dynamic duo like this to the East would have to scare teams such as Cleveland, Orlando, Boston and Atlanta.
              Why do they do this to me?

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              • #1627
                Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                I'd like to have two mid-first round picks; one to go with a safer pick (Monroe, Udoh, Patterson, etc.) and the other to take a shot on a high-upside talent (Whiteside, Henry, Bledsoe, etc.).

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                • #1628
                  Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                  I've gotten to the point with Hassan Whiteside where I would be irate if we drafted him. Hansbrough pushed me pretty far last year, Whiteside would have me drinking moonshine and chasing it with maple syrup for a year.

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                  • #1629
                    Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                    Who here thinks Greg Monroe and Roy could work together? I realize Monroe isn't the ultra-athletic, rough and tough banger that many would like to have, but to have, basically, a pair of seven-footers with their skill level would be intriguing. Not to mention any sort of Georgetown bond they may have.

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                    • #1630
                      Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                      Originally posted by GrangeRusHibbert View Post
                      Who here thinks Greg Monroe and Roy could work together? I realize Monroe isn't the ultra-athletic, rough and tough banger that many would like to have, but to have, basically, a pair of seven-footers with their skill level would be intriguing. Not to mention any sort of Georgetown bond they may have.
                      What would or inside defence look like or better put would there be any intimidation factor on our front court with both of them on the court at the sametime.
                      2012 PD ABA Fantasy Keeper League Champion, sports.ws

                      2011 PD ABA Fantasy Keeper League Champion, sports.ws

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                      • #1631
                        Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                        From what I've seen from Monroe, I think he could be a good fit next to pretty much everybody offensively but I wouldn't expect good things to happen on the defensive end if he's paired with Hibbert. Don't think any of them is anywhere near passable defending away from the basket.

                        Originally posted by cordobes View Post
                        - as a future 4 next to Hibbert assuming the team drafts him I guess it depends on your views on Hibbert + what you want from your bigs. To me Hibbert is more of a post presence and a classic center that would benefit from a quicker, more athletic, faster, defensive minded and better rebounding player next to him, ideally with a game more oriented to face-up.
                        Just to clarify my point a little further: even though I think that's the kind of player I'd like to pair with Hibbert, I think that strictly from a positional perspective, it makes more sense for the Pacers, considering their current roster, to draft a 4/5 like Udoh or Favors than a 3/4 like Alimu or Vesely.

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                        • #1632
                          Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                          Need less to say, Favors would be the perfect fit next to Hibbs. But
                          unless Bird is ready to part with Granger to move up to #3 or 4 (which
                          I assume would induce wholesale mutiny on PD and among most Pacer
                          fans), that's not gonna happen.

                          Personally though, assuming they stay at #10 post-Lottery, I'm not
                          sure that the Pacers are even at the point where drafting (or seriously
                          reaching, as with Bledsoe) for need makes the most sense. Drafting
                          the best player available regardless of current 'fit' may make more
                          sense as a means of accumulating valuable assets.

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                          • #1633
                            Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                            Originally posted by cordobes View Post
                            From what I've seen from Monroe, I think he could be a good fit next to pretty much everybody offensively but I wouldn't expect good things to happen on the defensive end if he's paired with Hibbert. Don't think any of them is anywhere near passable defending away from the basket.



                            Just to clarify my point a little further: even though I think that's the kind of player I'd like to pair with Hibbert, I think that strictly from a positional perspective, it makes more sense for the Pacers, considering their current roster, to draft a 4/5 like Udoh or Favors than a 3/4 like Alimu or Vesely.
                            100% agree. If Tbird isn't already planning on one, I'll hound him mercilessly to post an analysis thread on Pacer-suitable 4-5s (Player Xs).


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                            • #1634
                              Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                              Originally posted by GrangeRusHibbert View Post
                              Who here thinks Greg Monroe and Roy could work together? I realize Monroe isn't the ultra-athletic, rough and tough banger that many would like to have, but to have, basically, a pair of seven-footers with their skill level would be intriguing. Not to mention any sort of Georgetown bond they may have.
                              I think it would be a really bad pairing. You'd have two guys who are more mid-range jumper guys who would occupy the same space on the floor. we would get KILLED on the boards on both ends of the floor. I don't see either guy being a "dirty work" guy, and that's what needed.

                              Best most well known examples I can think of are Hakeem/Sampson and Robinson/Duncan. In those cases Hakeem and Duncan were the fundamentals, dirty work guys. I don't see Monroe or Roy carving out that role.
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                              • #1635
                                Re: Official 2010 NBA Draft Recruiting Center

                                Originally posted by cdash View Post
                                I've gotten to the point with Hassan Whiteside where I would be irate if we drafted him. Hansbrough pushed me pretty far last year, Whiteside would have me drinking moonshine and chasing it with maple syrup for a year.
                                I would make the drive, buy two cases of moonshine and send you one of them.
                                "Your course, your path, is not going to be like mine," West says. "Everybody is not called to be a multimillionaire. Everybody's not called to be the president. Whatever your best work is, you do it. Do it well. … You cease your own greatness when you aspire to be someone else."

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