2026 NBA draft thread

[Smitty]

...how concerned are we about Peterson, "the Kawhi of College," and his apparent willingness to sit out anytime he feels like it? Do we think this is likely to continue in the NBA? Is he good enough that, if you have the chance to get him, you take the risk?

Very! I've said it before, but I don't think he has the intangibles. I don't think he loves or even likes the game of basketball. When I watched Dybantsa play against Baylor, late in the game his teammate got an And-1 and the fire and passion he showed for his teammate, in the moment. It stood out! That's what it's all about. Coop has it also. I don't think Peterson does. He's the most talented player, but I'd put my money on Dybantsa, Boozer, and others having a better NBA career...