06-08-2022, 04:45 PM
(This post was last modified: 06-08-2022, 04:46 PM by hakeemfaan.)
(06-08-2022, 04:14 PM)Winter Wrote: Slips?
I think he's already slipped. Several mock drafts now have him lower than #26
You're right though, we are outclassed on the front line. By adding Kessler, we will be adding a big, somewhat slow rookie who might struggle to get minutes while learning the system. He's going to struggle when teams go small. My personal feeling is that he's a much bigger gamble than Dalen Terry or Jake LaRivia - both of whom might be there when we pick, and who are strong enough to get good rotation minutes.
I do admit though, I'm gun-shy about giant centers who have specialized skill sets that keep them in the paint.
You are not getting any sure thing in most drafts even at the top, let alone at 26. Each one will come with their flaws. The challenge will be to evaluate which flaws you can live with.
Coming to Kessler I have seen some where they say he has enough athleticism to stay on the switches. Some that say he doesn’t. What I am saying is that same logic should hold true for some of the centers who are still doing very well in this league. Who on our team guards those folks if we get into a playoff matchup? Sure Kessler might get hurt a few times but he is also going to give our guards a 2nd line of defense and also provide size and rebounding underneath. There is something to be said about blocking so many shots without getting into foul trouble.
Looks like his outside shot also might be getting better. If you tell me he is Bobanesque at the perimeter, sure pass on him. OTOH if his perimeter dense while not great is comparable to most big men currently succeeding in this league, then he should be considered strongly.