Pre-draft workout schedules (merged)
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I don't think we are going with the strong GM model here. This feels more like a Dallas or San Antonio situation where there is strong franchise direction stemming from other sources, and the GM is going to be the guy who executes it. In fact if anything I suspect the hire is going to be made to match the GM to a preexisting culture.
I find that risky when we don't have a preexisting culture and a rookie head coach and new owner are doing this without a GM. Not exactly a Pop in SA situation. I'm hopeful, I just don't even remember it being done in this order. I'd also say with rumors of Vivek wanting Buford/Bird, he might want a strong GM. We'll see, we'll find out pretty quickly what will happen.
It's true that MCW is a gamble. I'm a Tyreke fan, and the only issue I've had with him is his passing. If you're a pg and your offensive game is about driving to the hoop, then you have to be able to kick the ball out or find your teammates in traffic. Reke puts his head down and goes straight to the hoop with rarely a thought of passing. Parker and Paul are penetrating pg too, but they always have their head up ready to find the open man. Neither are considered great shooters. The difference between MCW and Reke is the passing ability/desire. So they're not the same player, as they do not have the same approach to the game. Asking reke to learn to spot up at the 3 point line and hit shots is asking him to change his game and thought process, which is more difficult than asking MCW to improve an aspect of his game.
As far as Burke goes, he is solid at everything, but great at nothing. He is a safe pick in a risky draft. If he was great at anything, we wouldn't be talking about having the chance to snag him at 7.
As far as Burke goes, he is solid at everything, but great at nothing. He is a safe pick in a risky draft. If he was great at anything, we wouldn't be talking about having the chance to snag him at 7.
Was thinking the same thing. This draft pick is going to give us a good idea on whether or not we are going to look into resigning Reke imo. I could be way off base and they could take a guy like MCW and then re-sign Reke, but I have a feeling it won't be very popular here.
On the other hand like roast said above if we did take a guy like Mccollum then we could be confident that we are resigning Reke.
On the other hand like roast said above if we did take a guy like Mccollum then we could be confident that we are resigning Reke.
I've thought that Bibby was a good comparison as they both like to use changing speeds effectively. And for those saying CP3 is a way better athlete, the 2 compared to each other fairly well. Same height (with Burke having a bigger wingspan and standing reach). Paul had a 38" vertical while Burkes' was 36". Lane agility and 3/4 court sprints were almost the same. Now I happen to place more stock in what I see than in combine numbers, and I think that Paul is probably quicker than he measured at the combine. I also know that Burke had very little trouble getting anywhere he wanted in college, and his skills should translate very well on the next level. Defensively, Burke was very solid in college IMO. He will need to improve, but that is par for the course.
My biggest concern with MCW is that he played at Syracuse. While he has all the tools to be a good defensive player, we won't really know how good he is (or can be) until he plays something other than a zone. And while he is a pass first type PG, I'm not as impressed with his court vision as some others around here. I don't think it is a fluke that his assists dropped when he played better competition (and not because his teammates were missing shots). Throw in is lack of shooting, and I see way too many red flags for my comfort.
My biggest concern with MCW is that he played at Syracuse. While he has all the tools to be a good defensive player, we won't really know how good he is (or can be) until he plays something other than a zone. And while he is a pass first type PG, I'm not as impressed with his court vision as some others around here. I don't think it is a fluke that his assists dropped when he played better competition (and not because his teammates were missing shots). Throw in is lack of shooting, and I see way too many red flags for my comfort.
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Hmm, not sure what to think. I do like McCollum's attitude and persona (you can see that he won't be a me first type of player) and his movements do seem quicker than MCW's, but its hard to tell off a 3 minute clip. His shooting does make sense, but can he be a PG? Seemed like a good workout all around.
personally not really a fan of either, Id prefer Burke or Schroeder (although some of the predraft talk/reports has me concerned).. but I understand there is now large agreement on McCollum.. I'm trying to look past my apathy towards combo players, especially combo points, and understand he does have heart/confidence, is an offenive machine, good rebounder and generally seemed to like it here in that clip..and yes he did make a jump in his junior year in the playmaking department. There has been mixed success on developing talented scoring college combos into nba point guards so I will trust the staff on this one if selected. personally Carter-Williams doesn't excite me, but I guess it comes down to availability
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Its been reported that Shabazz Muhammad will work out for the Kings tomorrow. Brandon Davies is also part of the group coming in tomorrow. Here's the link.
http://www.sactownroyalty.com/2013/...ft-workouts-sacramento-kings-shabazz-muhammad
http://www.sactownroyalty.com/2013/...ft-workouts-sacramento-kings-shabazz-muhammad
My wish list:
1. Muhammad can see fill SF role, but will have to be Battier for right now (bye Jimmma)
2. Burke can see fill PG role
3. CJ like his scoring ability (that's about it)
4. MCW will be available when we buy Dallas' 13th overall pick
Burke/IT or Douglas
Tyreke/Thornton (no offers)
Battier/Muhammad
JT/P-Patt
Cousins/Aldrich
1. Muhammad can see fill SF role, but will have to be Battier for right now (bye Jimmma)
2. Burke can see fill PG role
3. CJ like his scoring ability (that's about it)
4. MCW will be available when we buy Dallas' 13th overall pick
Burke/IT or Douglas
Tyreke/Thornton (no offers)
Battier/Muhammad
JT/P-Patt
Cousins/Aldrich
With all due respects that is a terrible team. Under sized at just about every position. That PG rotation gives me fits! Thye would get molested defensively.
When Malone was hired as assistant coach he was asked if the teacould play defence with two small guards starting and getting major minutes in the backcourt (Curry and Ellis), he smirked and said we will see! Some 6 months later, Ellis was shipped out for some size.
The only way we are looking at Burke is if we are trading Thomas. There is no way in hell, that long term, Malone looks at that PG rotation and says we are set! Just not happening.
As I said all along there are about 3 or 4 players expected to go top 7 that might actually fit the team and chances are all 4 will not be there when we pick.
I would personally trade the pick but it's not likely to happen as the ownership is clear they want to rebuild via the draft so I guess we will pick the best available and work it out from there. It's a pitty the very players we DON'T need are those that will be available in the 7 range and those that would fit are iether top 5 or further back in the draft.
When Malone was hired as assistant coach he was asked if the teacould play defence with two small guards starting and getting major minutes in the backcourt (Curry and Ellis), he smirked and said we will see! Some 6 months later, Ellis was shipped out for some size.
The only way we are looking at Burke is if we are trading Thomas. There is no way in hell, that long term, Malone looks at that PG rotation and says we are set! Just not happening.
As I said all along there are about 3 or 4 players expected to go top 7 that might actually fit the team and chances are all 4 will not be there when we pick.
I would personally trade the pick but it's not likely to happen as the ownership is clear they want to rebuild via the draft so I guess we will pick the best available and work it out from there. It's a pitty the very players we DON'T need are those that will be available in the 7 range and those that would fit are iether top 5 or further back in the draft.
