The Bill Simmons Podcast An NBA Mock Draft War Room With Kevin O’Connor, Jonathan Tjarks, and J. Kyle Mann
Jul 26, 2021
Kevin O’Connor, Jonathan Tjarks, and J. Kyle Mann, all writers for The Ringer with a keen eye for NBA analysis, dive deep into the upcoming NBA draft. They discuss top prospects like Cade Cunningham and Jalen Green, assessing their potential impacts on teams. The trio explores fake trades, international player dynamics, and the critical decision-making surrounding the second overall pick. With spirited debates on player versatility and team strategies, they highlight the intricacies of draft choices and their long-term implications.
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Top Prospects
- Cade Cunningham possesses desirable skills like shot creation, multi-positional defense, and playmaking.
- Evan Mobley offers valuable defensive abilities as a seven-footer who can protect the rim and guard multiple positions.
Value of Top Picks
- Trading up in the draft can be costly, but the price for a potential superstar has increased significantly.
- It is similar to the NFL draft, where teams may pay a premium to secure a specific player.
Green vs. Mobley
- Jalen Green is a highly touted prospect with potential but also carries some risk.
- Evan Mobley is considered a safer pick due to his defensive abilities and potential for two-way impact.