“I like Risacher, but is he that much better than Rayan Rupert?” is an interesting thought experiment (that I am completely unqualified to participate in)
"I like Risacher, but is he that much better than Rayan Rupert?" is an interesting thought experiment (that I am completely unqualified to participate in) https://t.co/B0bH4QXefC
— Casey Holdahl (@CHold) May 15, 2024
by Classics22
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Wasn’t sure how to format this, but Holdahl linked an article by Rafael Barlowe getting views on this drafts from different NBA scouts. Some interesting tidbits:
> The unpredictable nature of the draft was acknowledged by another scout who admitted, “You know, it’s a unique draft. I mean, we talked yesterday as a staff, and we’re kind of, as crazy as it sounds, we’re kind of glad that we don’t have a lottery pick.
> Scout on Risascher: “I’ve seen him No. 1 on some draft boards. That’s a risk there. You better have some good job security if you’re going to make that call. That could hit or it could be a miss. I like Risacher, but is he that much better than Rayan Rupert? I’ve seen the Michael Porter, Jr. comps and I get it, there are similarities, but MPJ landed in the perfect spot.”
If Risacher is not better than Rayan then this draft is really cooked (and I’m high on Rupert’s potential)
Smokescreen to get Risacher to drop in the draft lol
Risascher is not an exciting prospect. He has a high floor, but I don’t see big time upside at all. Strong pass.
I get it. So many of the guys in this draft have huge weaknesses, their positions are primarily based on potential. Rupert, tho raw as fuck, has sky high potential. As another example Tidjane Salaun is expected to be a lottery pick and that dude can barely play basketball right now.
Shit title was supposed to be [Holdahl] then the quote
I’m okay drafting a large wing who isn’t an off the dribble creator at 19 with Scoot on the roster. Catch and shoot/defense/slashing on the wing is something the Blazers need, we’ll be lucky if he drops to us.
I love Rupert and if he is truly 6’8, I think they are more comparable. However, Risacher is a legit 6’10 who can guard 1-4, so I think that tips the scale.
Rupert is also far more raw, but obviously has major upside.
This article is further evidence that this was the year to drop in the draft if there had to be one. Jumping into the top-3 last year was the real win. And then hopefully a similar jump next year, but there’s not much reason to be too upset with the drop this year. The draft is extremely flat from 1-14. And having two early 2nds is actually quite valuable since this draft doesn’t have the top-end talent but is particularly deep.
You’re drafting Risacher based on his size and athleticism. He had a solid start to his season and just didn’t really standout as the season continued.
But really who are you placing above him, personally I think Topic could go 2 and Castle 3 then Risacher 4 which feels like a reason spot for him.
We need shooters and plus defenders who won’t get played off the floor
I wouldn’t mind Risacher at 7 even if you think he is another “Rupert.” That gives to swings at hitting (or missing). I am optimistic about Rupert’s upside.
I’m a Rupert believer. Hoping whoever we draft doesn’t take minutes away from him so we can keep seeing how he develops. Feel like he’s best used as a 3 or 2.
If we are debating end of bench prospects the near future sucks.