Let's use this thread for a running draft game thread. Separate the Celtics picks/trades out into their own threads. I don't care about spoilers(dopes you can make that call) as I will be following The Vertical stream through the first round.
2016 NBA Draft Game Thread
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Adrian Wojnarowski @WojVerticalNBA 21s22 seconds ago
Sacramento is trading guard Marco Belinelli to Charlotte for the No. 22 pick, league sources tell @TheVertical.
Sacramento is trading guard Marco Belinelli to Charlotte for the No. 22 pick, league sources tell @TheVertical.
I keep seeing "coverage starts at 7" but does anyone know when the Sixers will officially be on the clock?
That is confusing. Belinelli has that kind of trade value? This draft may be even worse than reported...
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/live--the-vertical-nba-draft-show-215921489.html
I'd watch it here since it will be 2-3 picks ahead of the "live" broadcast on ESPN
I'd watch it here since it will be 2-3 picks ahead of the "live" broadcast on ESPN
With this me mentioned, let's get it out of the way now: Spoilers are cool or no? I vote yay spoilers.
Guessing at the Celtic war room now:
No Bender, but Dunn, Brown, Murray, Hield and Chriss are still plausible in descending order. Dunn has gotten all the buzz because so many bad teams need a point guard.
#3 on the auction block, bidders on multiple phones, league officials on speed dial. All other draft choices available too. How many of the Celtics' announced picks will still be wearing Celtic caps after tonight?
No Bender, but Dunn, Brown, Murray, Hield and Chriss are still plausible in descending order. Dunn has gotten all the buzz because so many bad teams need a point guard.
#3 on the auction block, bidders on multiple phones, league officials on speed dial. All other draft choices available too. How many of the Celtics' announced picks will still be wearing Celtic caps after tonight?
I vote no. But I'll compromise....maybe no spoilers until after the celtics pick or trade 3?
I don't care about watching some ESPN tape delayed shit show -- if you want to see the name announced, don't read the thread. I want the news as soon as anybody anywhere knows!
Ibaka would be a nice addition to the Celtics.
Thank you. It's 2016. Why are we pretending ESPN is "reality", while Twitter/Yahoo are spoilers.
Joe Giza @JoeGiza 24s24 seconds ago
Steve Pagliuca told @RochieWBZ that Danny Ainge and company are still working the phones #Celtics #WBZ #NBADraft
Steve Pagliuca told @RochieWBZ that Danny Ainge and company are still working the phones #Celtics #WBZ #NBADraft
It only takes one team......and the only guards currently on the Hornets roster are Kemba Walker and Jeremy Lamb. Sacramento maximized Belinelli's value due to Charlotte's huge need for backcourt help.
There seems to be too much demand for Dunn to have Ainge draft anyone else. At this point I'd be shocked to hear anyone elses name.
David Aldridge @daldridgetnt 24s24 seconds ago
Denver tried to move up to three, but like everyone else, for now, felt Boston wanted too much for the pick(s).
Denver tried to move up to three, but like everyone else, for now, felt Boston wanted too much for the pick(s).
Steve Bulpett @SteveBHoop 8s9 seconds ago
Told Celtics and Philly engaging in last-minute talks for No. 3. We'll see who -- if anyone -- blinks first. ... Sixers really want Dunn.
Told Celtics and Philly engaging in last-minute talks for No. 3. We'll see who -- if anyone -- blinks first. ... Sixers really want Dunn.
It's kinda funny how people seem surprised they're not gonna just give the pick away! Almost as if... I dunno, they really want someone at that spot...
As HRB stated, Dunn's the pick. But he'll be dealt. It's just a matter of how long it takes to get consummated. On sort of a side note, I'm a huge Friars' fan, so of course I love Kris, but I have concerns over his durability. Can he handle the physical toll of a full NBA season? He's missed many games over his college career, even this past season. If so, he's going to have to get a lot bigger/stronger. Love Ainge's attempt to get the best deal he can for him.
K.C. Johnson @KCJHoop 1m1 minute ago
Bulls have held advanced discussions w/ Celtics centered on Jimmy Butler and No. 3 pick. Bulls love Kris Dunn. But Bulls don't love Cs offer
Bulls have held advanced discussions w/ Celtics centered on Jimmy Butler and No. 3 pick. Bulls love Kris Dunn. But Bulls don't love Cs offer
