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Boris Beric

3 months

I spent the last few months researching every player signed to a Two-Way deal since the 2017-18 NBA season. I used advanced stats from NBA regular season data, guaranteed contract $ and playoff minutes as metrics to determine success. Here's what I found:

NBA Two-Way Deal Research

I've done research on every single player that has signed a Two-Way deal since the beginning of the 2017-18 NBA season to see what we can learn from the type of players that have succeeded and failed.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

How about Sagaba Konate's block on Kostas Antetokounmpo from Day 1. My goodness.

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@_borisberic

5 months

5 Rookies have averaged over 10 minutes per game in the 2024 NBA Playoffs: Dereck Lively Jaime Jaquez Ben Sheppard Cason Wallace Andre Jackson Jr. Who are 2-3 prospects in the 2024 Draft that you're confident can play Playoff mins as a rookie (outside of the consensus top 10)?

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

I'm also impressed with Armando Bacot and Ayo Dosunmu. Sneaky good athletes. Dosunmu is a good passer and uses his long strides well when driving to the basket. Has good finishing ability too.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Matthew Hurt, playing for D1 Minnesota, was definitely one of the top NBA prospects at the Adidas Gauntlet Finale. I was really impressed with his face up game. He is a skilled big, with the ability to shoot from 3 and has a solid handle that he utilizes at a high level.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

To help provide context on why a player may return to college, here’s a list of NBA rookies who were waived from their Two Ways: Omari Moore, Mike Miles, Azuolas Tubelis, D’Moi Hodge, Sir’Jabari Rice, Malcolm Cazalon, Nathan Mensah, Dexter Dennis, Markquis Nowell + Joey Hauser

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

I was impressed with D1 Minnesota's Patrick McCaffery too. Sneaky good athlete, solid length and size. He is an ideal team player, with the ability to shoot/pass/dribble.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Donovan Clingan finished up his hour-long Pro Day workout over 20 minutes ago and he’s been the loudest guy in the gym supporting his fellow Excel signees at the Excel Pro Day in front of hundreds of NBA execs. Cool to see Donovan’s personality shine in this setting.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

11 months

A common misconception in scouting is that the raw projects are the prospects that have the higher upside when in reality the "high floor" prospects are the ones that actually have the more realistic upside (i.e. Desmond Bane, Haliburton, Franz)

Andrew Sharp

@andrewsharp

11 months

@JonesOnTheNBA Yup. They took high upside projects because they wanted stars to build around *after* Steph, not complementary guys for the current era. Everything since has been a lesson in the dangers of hubris

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

2 years

My top unsigned Undrafted Free Agents still remaining: Hyunjung Lee (Davidson) John Butler (Florida St) Kok Yat (Overtime Elite) Taz Sherman (West Virginia) Isaiah Mucius (Wake Forest) Phlandrous Fleming (Florida) Alfonso Plummer (Illinois) Gabe Osabuohein (West Virginia)

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Indiana is going to improve a lot next year. Juwan Morgan and Romeo Langford will be fun to watch.

Jon Rothstein

@JonRothstein

6 years

Juwan Morgan will return to Indiana next season, per his Instagram page. Entered 2018 NBA Draft without an agent. #iubb

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

Lively's college evaluation only reiterates the importance of scouting context. Context is everything. Calf injury in 22-23 preseason had him playing from behind physically. Was sick with the Flu and lost 15 pounds last year. Duke lacked a playmaker who could feed him easy looks.

NBA University

@NBA_University

4 months

Dereck Lively—20 year old rookie center who many assumed would not be able to produce right away. Instead, he’s one of the best players on a Finals team… 7’1 w/o shoes. IMPOSING rim defense & rebounding. Elite vertical spacer. Impressive short-roll passer. Perfect Luka partner.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

11 months

Craig’s 5% block rate last year at Wichita State was one of the 10 highest recorded block rates by a guard 6’3” or under on Barttorvik’s site dating back to 2008. Having an unconventional skill for your position is typically a positive indicator for under the radar prospects.

ben pfeifer

@bjpf_

11 months

craig porter jr. will be a long time rotation player and may be the most slept on rookie, impactful defensive playmaker with efficient scoring/passing on offense, he should not have gone undrafted

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 years

Checking out a top-5 D3 matchup between Yeshiva and Illinois Wesleyan. Scouting NBA prospects on the margins means turning over every rock. Dialing in on Ryan Turell of Yeshiva. One of the top shooters in college regardless of level. 6’7 wing averages 29ppg on 47% shooting from 3

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Onyeku Okungwu, playing for Compton Magic, has a great feel for the game and an impressive knack for finishing around the rim. He has a solid face up game and was driving to the rim very efficiently. Okungwu has noticeably gotten bigger and has improved upon his mid range game.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Watched Compton Magic vs Exum Elite too. Compton Magic is very long and very skilled. Them and D1 Minnesota are the two best teams here. Compton Magic led by Onyeka Okongwu, Evan Mobley and Isaiah Mobley.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 months

Got the chance to speak to Jaylin Williams ( @iso__jaywill ) at @PIT_Basketball . In contention for a G League Elite camp invite. Discussed with Jaylin his background. From a town with only 1,000 people. Stayed loyal to Auburn all five years. And the NBA player he aims to emulate:

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

PJ Washington impressed me during the combine. He is a great athlete, an energy big who showed rim protecting potential. He can guard 4's/5's and can switch onto wings. He made several midrange jumpers that will definitely help his draft stock.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

First time getting a look at RJ Hampton and I am a fan of his versatility. Defends hard, can see the potential to be able to defend multiple positions. Solid length to go along with his efficiency in shooting/passing/and driving to the basket well.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

I was impressed with @ComptonMagic ’s Isaiah Mobley’s versatility too. He is an impressive passer, with a solid handle and feel for the game on offense. Continuing to improve upon his shooting will open up his game even more. USC will utilize him in many different ways.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Oscar Tshiebwe is the main attraction. He plays for ITPS. Big, strong center. Explosive athlete who runs the floor well and rebounds everything.

Pat Lawless

@PatLawless_

6 years

Plenty of head coaches on hand here for ITPS vs. OSA Crusaders | Kansas, West Virginia, Penn State, Northwestern, Duquesne, Hofstra, Stony Brook, Brown & more.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

10 months

Hey all - I recently created my own Substack. I just published my first blog through the prism of three of my recent scouting misses, what I learned from those mistakes, and how big picture NBA trends may affect scouting the NBA Draft going forward.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Dillon Jones, known more for his rebounding + passing, had one of the most impressive 3pt shooting performances of the day at @RocNationSports Pro Day at the NBA Combine.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 months

100% this. I’d also advise folks who don’t work for teams (that don’t feel a responsibility that their job is on the line) to EMBRACE being wrong. Without knowing all the private medicals and intel, learning from your mistakes is the main competitive advantage on the outside.

Gabe

@Hoops_GE

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Folks wanna be right so bad, it trumps everything else

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

10 months

Will be in Orlando for the week for G League Showcase, but had to stop by Maine at UCF as the appetizer tonight. Ball State transfer, Jaylin Sellers, transferred up a level to UCF and increased his scoring by 6 points per game. Sellers is top ~30 in D1 in scoring at 19.6 PPG.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Have to be wary of some of these vertical jump numbers. Guys will short arm their standing reaches to boost their vertical scores.

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@NoCeilingsNBA

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

*5 true rookies. 6 rookies if we’re including Chet Holmgren in this

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

I was impressed with Brookwood Elite’s Quincy Guerrier. Confident shot maker and has a great build for a wing.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Isaiah Wong, ranked 73rd in the nation by ESPN in the 2019 class, is an explosive athlete with a really strong handle. His passing and transition offense is also impressive.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

In Chicago for the G League Elite Camp and Combine this week. Don’t think there was an obvious standout from yesterday’s scrimmages On the other hand, there were prospects from yesterday with Draft eligibility remaining who should have an easy decision to pull out of this class

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Checking out Cameron Tyson, senior from Seattle, this afternoon in Long Island. Finished 7th in D1 History for 3pt shots made. All-time leader in 3pt shots made in Seattle Univ. history. Scored over 2k points. Worked out with four NBA teams during last year’s pre-draft process.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

A sequence that describes Kenrich Williams well and what could help him end up being drafted in the second round. Good defensive instincts, tough, and a solid 3 point shooter.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

11 months

One of my biggest pet peeves in the Draft community is how early on in the process evaluators create anchoring narratives on the strength of a class. Players will emerge. Not surprising to see that the 2020 Draft turned out to actually be pretty good.

Chucking Darts NBA & Draft Podcast

@ChuckingDarts

1 year

Tyrese Haliburton Anthony Edwards Lamelo Ball Tyrese Maxey Desmond Bane Devin Vassell Jaden McDaniels Most drafts should be so lucky to produce a top 7 this good.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Charles Bassey is such an appealing prospect with his NBA ready frame and elite athleticism. Offensively he can contribute immediately by running the floor, catching lobs, and finishing around the rim. Defensively he can protect the rim and body anyone up in the paint.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

Didn’t think I would see the day that Kai Sotto would be playing high school ball in the States, but here we are. Was interesting to see him play in a setting outside of the Philippine youth squads where the whole offense was ran through him. Instinctual passer with plus touch.

BPA Hoops

@BPAHoops

5 years

Kai Sotto had a strong showing this afternoon. Explored playing over in Europe, but the Philippines native relocated to the US within the past few weeks and is playing with TSF. Legit 7-1 with perimeter skills and touch around the rim.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Quincy Guerrier, Makur Maker, Isaiah Mobley, Onyeku Okungwu, Tyrell Terry, Patrick McCaffery, Omar Payne, Max Agbonkpolo, Christian Brown, and Oscar Tshiebwe are all intriguing prospects, that I was able to see, that I am going to monitor over the upcoming years.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Think some themes from the 2024 NBA Playoffs in regards to how we evaluate the Draft is the importance of rotation players who are dribble-pass-shoot wings who can also defend with versatility (i.e. Josh Hart, Terance Mann, PJ Washington). Can’t have an exploitable weakness.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Important reminder from @ZachMilner13 and @DraftPow that prospects improve their game and can look different later on amidst a short season. What matters is your opinion in June. Can’t let an anchoring bias hold back your evaluation from November from changing.

Zach Milner

@ZachMilner13

9 months

Two of the questions surrounding Bub Carrington early in the season were his rim attempts & stock numbers Rim Attempts: First 7 Games: 7 Last 8 Games: 17 Stocks: First 7 Games: 1 Last 8 Games: 12

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Seeing Riley Minix (NAIA) this high on D1’s win shares leaders list from Sports Reference is a microcosm of how there is talent from everywhere impacting D1. Ben Humrichous (NAIA), Cedric Coward (D3), Clarence Daniels (D2) all averaging more PPG in D1 than their non-D1 stops

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Hurt's patience and composure stands out as well with the ball in his hands. After an impressive performance at the FIBA U18 Americas, Hurt put up another impressive outing @GauntletSeries in front of Coack K, Bill Self, UNC, and many other high level D1 coaches.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Nothing worse as a scout than a prospect you’re going to scout in person ends up sitting out as a game time decision. Wesley Cardet Jr. out with an ankle injury against Fairleigh Dickinson. All is well. Looking forward to get an updated look on FDU’s 6’6 sophomore Jo’el Emanuel

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

Was in Vegas last night for the West Coast semis and will be here for PAC12. Plenty of prospects in the WCC: Ford, Fitts, Tillie, Ayayi, Kispert, Childs and Toolson to name a few. But I’m wondering if Zac Seljaas should get moved up boards with that elite stache-mullet combo 🤔

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Villanova’s 2019 commit Eric Dixon is very impressive with his real big build. He has a nice soft touch on his jumper. Solid instincts on both sides of the ball plus he’s a hard worker. Heard a lot of great things about his character to go along with his offensive versatility.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Just finished watching Day 1 of the NBA Draft Combine, and here are my winners of the day from the scrimmages: Jevon Carter Kevin Huerter Melvin Frazier Josh Okogie Sagaba Konate Jaylen Hands

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

I decided to track everyone's answers from this question. Cut down the list to a top 7: Devin Carter - 35 votes Tristan da Silva - 25 votes Jared McCain - 19 votes Kevin McCullar Jr. - 15 votes Terrence Shannon Jr. - 14 votes DaRon Holmes - 13 votes Baylor Scheierman - 11 votes

Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

5 Rookies have averaged over 10 minutes per game in the 2024 NBA Playoffs: Dereck Lively Jaime Jaquez Ben Sheppard Cason Wallace Andre Jackson Jr. Who are 2-3 prospects in the 2024 Draft that you're confident can play Playoff mins as a rookie (outside of the consensus top 10)?

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

Wanted to do quick research on @ChuckingDarts ' point about 18 year olds with high usage struggling with efficiency their one-and-done season because I believe it to be true as well. I compiled every non-big, one-and-done prospect who recorded over 25% Usage dating back to 2016:

Chucking Darts NBA & Draft Podcast

@ChuckingDarts

4 months

Re: “Raw” Ron Holland Below: his slash lines in his last 8 games (Pts/reb/ast/stl/blk). 30/6/2 21/10/8/4/3 24/6/2/4/2 25/6/6/1/2 15/3/1/2 (the outlier!) 31/6/2/2/1 25/6/2/2 26/11/6/3 No 18 year old wing on monster usage w pros is “polished” except Luka. Not hard to grasp.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Putnam Science's Justin Winston has the size/length for the modern day combo forward. He brings nice versatility with his solid handle and passing ability. Continuing to work on his shooting will be important for him.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Have to take into account that it may not make sense for teams that love a prospect who is under the radar to invite him to a heavily attended event like this. Why have a prospect you like blow up in front of other teams? What’s the incentive if you’re familiar with said player?

Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Notable names that didn’t get an NBA Combine or G League Elite Camp invite: Riley Minix, Jaylin Williams, Marcus Domask, Kobe Johnson, Zyon Pullin, Saint Thomas, Josiah-Jordan James, Dylan Disu, Norchad Omier, Amari Williams, RayJ Dennis, and Somto Cyril.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

Terance Mann is looking like a no-brainer addition to the Clippers roster for this upcoming season. Love that the Clippers Summer League staff is letting him play PG. His drive and kick ability is on full display. Unselfish, smart, and engaged on both ends.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 months

Always find it useful listening + reading how NFL Draft evaluators discuss their scouting process. There’s more of an emphasis on contextualizing settings/situations/contexts that players are in. Helpful reminder to apply the same concepts for basketball.

Mina Kimes

@minakimes

6 months

"I've seen him layer the ball, I've seen him drive the ball, I've seen him escape and create...he can do all those things." Discussed Drake Maye's (falling?) draft stock with my pal @MovetheSticks on this week's pod! 🎧: 📷:

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Yuta Watanabe had a solid day on Day 2 of the scrimmages. He's a good athlete with good size and length. He defended very well and showed on offense he has driving ability to the basket.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

Caught Obi Toppin and Dayton tonight versus La Salle. Toppin has an impressive blend of athleticism and skill improvement over the years as a late bloomer.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

I thought Jaylen Hands helped himself. He was a good playmaker, passing the ball well while leading his offense. He was consistently driving to the basket making smart plays. He obviously lacks strength but the potential is there. If he stays another year his stock would improve.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

2 years

I'm going to be hopping on @SportsRadioWIP on @robcharry 's show at 11pm tonight to talk NBA Draft topics. We're going to touch on the top prospects, potential targets for the Sixers at 23 and local guys from the Philly area that are going pro. Looking forward to it!

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Team Faith vs Brookwood Elite. Greg Brown is the standout player for Team Faith. Quincy Guerrier and Makur Maker the standouts for Brookwood Elite. Jim Boeheim and Jon Scheyer in attendance for this matchup.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 months

Chinese national team playing in the Cali Classic vs. NBA players made for a unique scouting environment for teams to see the talented 19-year-old Hansen Yang. However, scouts have new concerning defensive tape to scrutinize from Yang. These clips are just from the Spurs game:

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Omari Spellman has an interesting decision on his hands. Is likely a top 40 pick this year, but next year in a weaker class he would most likely be a first round pick. I like his versatility. Can shoot from 3 well, smart passer, solid dribbler, and active on the glass.

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@_borisberic

3 months

Love the Jaylon Tyson pick. I had a lottery grade on him. Checks philosophical boxes I value highly when scouting the Draft. You have to be overqualified pre-NBA to scale down off the ball in the League. And Tyson was a do-it-all college star who is overqualified as a role player

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 months

I had a top 20 grade on Jamal Shead. These kinds of elite POA defensive guards are more valuable to roster construction than people think. And the polished midrange jumper should allow him to threaten defenses that go under screens in Drop coverage on him.

Matt Powers

@DraftPow

4 months

Jamal Shead clips. - Elite reaction time, ground coverage, hand placement and instant leaping make stocks likely to translate - Creative manipulating defense on drives using burst - May be best passer in class. Perfect velocity and accuracy - Lacks high efficiency scoring option

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@_borisberic

5 months

@halfawaketakes Ah yes good call. I did forget him. But I’m also not sure I want to include Chet. That redshirt year of learning how to be a pro and studying the game makes for a different case from the others

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 months

It's been great to see the amount of talent already committed to playing at Portsmouth this year. Seem to be capitalizing on last year's success (Toumani Camara, Craig Porter Jr., Hunter Tyson). Hopefully agents realize the upside of performing well at PIT.

League Him

@League_Him

6 months

Day 2 of our @PIT_Basketball player announcements. Tremendous player field set for the 70th annual Portsmouth Invitational Tournament beginning next week (April 17-20).

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

2 years

This isn’t exactly a new phenomenon but an interesting storyline from this Draft class is that teams seem to be giving highly rated high school prospects the benefit of the doubt despite imperfect years in college (Patrick Baldwin Jr., Peyton Watson, Max Christie to name a few)

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 months

Up close look at Isaiah Crawford’s (Louisiana Tech) shooting mechanics. Arguably has the most impressive physical profile at this year’s @PIT_Basketball . Isaiah has displayed superb switchability, mirroring defensive instincts so far against a variety of different talent at PIT

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

An aspect of deciphering intel that leaks publicly is that teams can gain an advantage by a player having wrong intel leaked to the public. Could make for a smokescreen that causes player X to slip in the Draft. And then that said team benefits potentially because of it.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

2 years

Trying not to have any overarching takeaways from this first summer league game, but Jamal Cain for the Heat has been very impressive today. Showing switchability and great activity defending the ball. Playing really hard. Genuinely looks big out there.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Team Chandler Parsons Omar Payne is the prototypical rim running big. Great combination of size/length/athleticism.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Really solid pick up for Stanford in getting @adidasD1MN point guard Tyrell Terry.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 years

Checking out the reigning NEC POY tonight in Wagner’s Alex Morales. Facing a NEC contender in Long Island U. The 6’6”, senior wing is averaging 16 pts, 7 rebs and 4 assists per game in back-to-back years. Likely gets draft workout/Summer League consideration come June.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

If your draft board looks like other boards you’re probably doing something wrong, especially for this Draft. Considering there’s not a consensus lottery there’ll be wide variance outcomes. Not abnormal compared to most Drafts, but smart teams will hit on players on ++ value

Sravan

@SravanNBA

9 months

@bballstrategy I think that there is too much group think in draft circles Variety in opinion should be welcome and more prevalent than it is now

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Versatility across the board on both ends is so valuable. Why I was personally lower on Jordan Hawkins compared to consensus. Being a one dimensional shooter as a small wing is a tricky game to play. @FearTheBrown contextualized that problem well recently:

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

10 months

Impressed with Khaman Maluach the 2025 Draft eligible Big from NBA Academy Africa. Arguably more vocal than any of the professional G Leaguers here in Orlando Team captain. Flashed a pull up 3pt shot. Has experience playing for South Sudan in the FIBA World Cup as a teenager.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

Alex Fudge, Jacob Toppin and Jaylen Martin were also waived as rookies, but were fortunate enough to sign a second Two Way deal later on this season. There's more financial security at play for top college players to return to school in the NIL world vs. the Two Way deal route.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Makur Maker another interesting prospect from the Maker family. Skilled big who can shoot from outside.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Just to add to @slipthescreen 's point, this 2024 Draft may be the group that is hindered the most by the challenges surrounding Covid. Shouldn't be a surprise if the one-and-done talent in this Draft don't have linear developments or immediate return on investment in the pros.

Ahmed Jama

@slipthescreen

10 months

Think a lot of people who were panicking about Ron’s early season numbers don’t understand how wild his development arc has been. From a guy who was an energy big as recently as 18 months ago, to someone whose increasingly confident taking Pros off the dribble. Clear #1 for me rn

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@_borisberic

4 months

Kudos to the Celtics front office for how they constructed this roster. Answers for most schemes used against them. Nailed the needed curveball with the Porzingis trade. Dribble/pass/shoot wings. Intelligent/versatile defenders. Teams will try mimic their and OKC's 5-out offense.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Keying in on Charlotte transfer Brice Williams + Keisei Tominaga at Nebraska vs Rutgers tonight. Williams, 6'7 wing, hit 60% true shooting last year on a versatile diet of perimeter shots. 19.6% assist rate this year at Nebraska. Tominaga's arguably the best 3pt shooter in D1.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

7 months

2nd game of my Philly doubleheader. Prioritizing Drexel’s senior Big from England, Amari Williams, who will likely be named CAA Defensive Player of the Year for a third time in a row this season. European roots are reflected by his passing ability (has an 18% assist rate)

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

10 months

Tulane has several potential prospects for the '24 Draft including Kevin Cross, Jaylen Forbes + Sion James At 6'8", Cross is leading Tulane in points, REBs, ASTs, BLKs and FTAs per game. Coach Hunter has said he studies Draymond Green film for ideas on how to best utilize Cross

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Shekinah Munanga is an interesting prospect. Solid NBA frame, but needs to polish his offensive skills.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

As someone who is fully immersed in the Draft world it is admittedly difficult not to overreact based on how rookies are playing early on. We are human and want to correct our mistakes (at least that's my justification for creating takeaways from the last class)

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Back on the in-person scouting grind after a few weeks off during the holidays. Truly a pleasure to watch Marquette’s offense led by arguably the best passing big in this Draft, Oso Ighodaro, and one of the toughest, cliche “winner, dog in him” 2024 Draft prospects Tyler Kolek.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

Seeing a lot of frustration/discussion online about players returning to school despite being a likely 2nd round pick. Just because you are graded as a Two Way deal player pre-NBA doesn't mean you are going to stay on your Two Way deal throughout the entire year as a rookie.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

IMG vs Montverde coming up in a bit. Too many characters in a tweet to name every potential pro prospect in this one. Cade Cunningham is the top player in this star studded matchup.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 years

Will be in Providence for the next few days at the National Prep School Invitational. 2022 NBA draft-eligible Leonard Miller is the headliner here. The Canadian big wing seems to be gaining steam towards entering this draft. Several NBA scouts were in the building.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

I thought Jevon Carter really helped himself Day 1. He measured well with a 4% body fat. That is crazy. In the scrimmages he was super aggressive defensively, and showed he was a solid shooter and passer. A leader I would want on my team.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

7 months

Genuinely curious. As Draft evaluators, should we tweak how we evaluate the NBA Draft with this emphasis on rule changes from the NBA on giving more leeway to defenses? Should physicality hold more of precedent for perimeter prospects?

Mr. Statistician Face Man

@tomhaberstroh

7 months

Scoring is way down in the NBA. A big reason? Referees have subtly swallowed their whistle on just about everything. Shooting fouls, non-shooting fouls, techs, Def 3 seconds, ... all down significantly. More on that trend for paid subscribers:

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

11 months

Over a dozen NBA scouts at the Barclays for Notre Dame vs Oklahoma St + Auburn vs St Bonaventure Carey Booth is one of the headliner prospects. The son of Denver Nuggets GM, Calvin Booth, is shooting 35.7% from 3pt range on nearly 5 attempts a game at 6’10”. Turned 18 in July

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Had a chance to watch some future pros @TheHoopGroup Elite 2 Session. Some standout players who attended were Scottie Lewis, Bryan Antoine, Eric Dixon, Aidan Igiehon, Isaiah Wong, Jalen Gaffney, Trey Patterson, and Lester Quinones.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 months

I’ll be on @SportsRadioWIP on @robcharry ’s show covering a wide variety of topics on the NBA Draft at 11pm eastern time tonight. Can follow at this link: or on the Audacy app.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

7 months

Coming off an AAC DPOY and AAC-First Team campaign, junior forward Yaxel Lendeborg is announcing he's returning to UAB for his final collegiate season. JUCO product averaged 13.8 PPG, 10.6 REBs, and 2.1 ASTs per game this year. Next step for Yaxel is providing more 3pt spacing.

Yaxel Lendeborg

@Yaxel_Lendeborg

7 months

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Thought Alize Johnson was interesting. Solid passer, good body control, finished well, defend multiple positions with size. Shot is a little awkward but it works.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 months

Caught up with Cameron Tyson after his workout in Long Island. Discussed his experience playing at Seattle where his brother was on the coaching staff. Cam turned down high major D1 interest after his Houston tenure to play at Seattle. Plus, players he models his game after.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Devin Carter’s a clear breakout prospect in the 2024 Draft. All-around stats speak for themselves: 20% AST rate, over 2.5 STL and BLK %, over 8 REBs a game, plus gets to the FT line a healthy amount. But it’s his drastic 3pt improvement that’s key. Up to 6.6 attempts on 37%.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

At the PAC-12 tournament for the next two days. Utah versus Oregon State in the first matchup. Both Gach (Utah) and Tres Tinkle (Oregon State) are the top prospects.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

6 years

Just finished up watching Day 2 of the combine, and these are my winners from the scrimmages on Day 2: Devonte Graham Kevin Hervey Alize Johnson Donte Divencenzo PJ Washington De'Anthony Melton

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

Nice matchup here at the RAC. Rutgers needs a win here versus Maryland to feel better about their tournament hopes. Have some gripes about Jalen Smith, especially defensively where the effort needs to be turned up a notch. But have to be optimistic about shooting improvements.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

4 years

Enjoyed chatting potential Knicks draft targets with Mike. Think several of these guys are in the conversation at 23 (if they keep it) or if they slip to the late second/undrafted where the Knicks could potentially grab them.

Mike Vorkunov

@MikeVorkunov

4 years

Talked to @SKPearlman and @_borisberic about who Knicks could take with their last 2 picks. Then a trade. Some of those guys could still go at No. 23. Here's a scouting report on Isaiah Stewart, Theo Maledon, Malachi Flynn, Robert Woodard, & Xavier Tillman

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

9 months

Bryant’s Earl Timberlake has had an admirable reinvention arc. Consensus top 50 HS recruit as a guard. Played at Miami and Memphis. Has totally embraced being an undersized switch everything ‘5’ averaging 14-8.9-4.4 per game. Tracked him having 11 potential assists tonight.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

5 years

Out here at @PatLawless_ ’s Northeast Fall Invitational. Great event filled with talented hoopers from the tri-state area. Jameel Brown has impressed. Improved his skill set since I last saw him in June. Way more aggressive scoring the ball. Basketball IQ stands out on both ends.

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Boris Beric

@_borisberic

3 months

Surrounding Wemby with role players with connective passing traits, ++ rebounding, the physicality to play in a playoff environment and the versatility to defend multiple positions is good business. The bones of a long time NBA rotation player are here.

Kevin O'Connor

@KevinOConnorNBA

3 months

Harrison Ingram to the San Antonio Spurs is a dream fit. Ingram is super versatile. Has played so many different roles throughout his college career. Type of guy who should earn minutes right away next to Victor Wembanyama.

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