Re: tOfficial NBA 2016 Draft Thread

by **NigelUno** 2016-06-24, 19:43

http://www.ajc.com/news/sports/basketball/hawks-sign-michigan-states-costello-to-contract/nrmsX/

Matt Costello, of Michigan State, has agreed to a contract with the Hawks and will go to the Las Vegas Summer League and training camp with the team.

by **Turtleneck** 2016-06-27, 00:26

The system and people failed Davis — from Chad Ford’s first mock draft for ESPN last winter and every mock draft that followed, to the NBA execs and agents who perpetuated the myth of Davis as a lottery pick and the folks in Davis’ corner who believed it and advised him that he was ready.

Davis is a 19-year-old kid who if left completely to himself to decide his future would likely be back at Michigan State — and a lottery pick next year. For real this time. He’s a good kid, who in his hour of embarrassment and disappointment, stopped on his way off the arena floor to sign autographs for kids yelling his name. Most of the draft picks on hand — all of them presumably in a better mood than Davis — just walked on by as they were escorted to media obligations.

Couch: Denzel Valentine, Deyonta Davis reap what they sow at NBA Draft
http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports/columnists/graham-couch/2016/06/24/couch-column-denzel-deyonta-nba-draft/86304236/

Not sure what is up with the title of the article.

by **DWags** 2016-06-27, 00:34

Turtleneck wrote:
The system and people failed Davis — from Chad Ford’s first mock draft for ESPN last winter and every mock draft that followed, to the NBA execs and agents who perpetuated the myth of Davis as a lottery pick and the folks in Davis’ corner who believed it and advised him that he was ready.

Davis is a 19-year-old kid who if left completely to himself to decide his future would likely be back at Michigan State — and a lottery pick next year. For real this time. He’s a good kid, who in his hour of embarrassment and disappointment, stopped on his way off the arena floor to sign autographs for kids yelling his name. Most of the draft picks on hand — all of them presumably in a better mood than Davis — just walked on by as they were escorted to media obligations.

Couch: Denzel Valentine, Deyonta Davis reap what they sow at NBA Draft
http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports/columnists/graham-couch/2016/06/24/couch-column-denzel-deyonta-nba-draft/86304236/

Not sure what is up with the title of the article.

Wow, that's a depressing read.

by **Other Teams Pursuing That** 2016-06-27, 01:16

DWags wrote:
Turtleneck wrote:

Couch: Denzel Valentine, Deyonta Davis reap what they sow at NBA Draft
http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/sports/columnists/graham-couch/2016/06/24/couch-column-denzel-deyonta-nba-draft/86304236/

Not sure what is up with the title of the article.

Wow, that's a depressing read.

It wasn't too bad d wags. Valentine went earlier than I expected and can help the Bulls right away. If Deyonta is a NBA caliber player - he will prove it and perform. Doesn't really matter where he got drafted.

by **InTenSity** 2016-06-27, 09:23

Other Teams Pursuing That wrote:
DWags wrote:

Wow, that's a depressing read.

It wasn't too bad d wags. Valentine went earlier than I expected and can help the Bulls right away. If Deyonta is a NBA caliber player - he will prove it and perform. Doesn't really matter where he got drafted.

That's true, although I think part of that article also talks about what teams are allowed to do with Europeans. They can basically draft them, hold their position, not pay them immediately and leave them in Europe so they develop. Davis will have to develop on his own now. I read an article, probably this one, and Izzo was trying to call Z Bo, to see if he will take Davis under his wings, cuz he's on his own now.

by **Robert J Sakimano** 2016-06-27, 09:30

I'd like to get Timbo's opinion on what he thinks about our fine scholar-athletes and their draft status...

might I suggest a "Turkey Sandwich with Timbo" podcast??

by **Watch Out Pylon!** 2016-06-27, 09:31

Robert J Sakimano wrote:I'd like to get Timbo's opinion on what he thinks about our fine scholar-athletes and their draft status...

might I suggest a "Turkey Sandwich with Timbo" podcast??

I'm having a turkey sandwich for lunch. Looking forward to it. I'm using that fancy romaine lettuce.

by **DWags** 2016-06-27, 09:32

InTenSity wrote:
Other Teams Pursuing That wrote:

It wasn't too bad d wags. Valentine went earlier than I expected and can help the Bulls right away. If Deyonta is a NBA caliber player - he will prove it and perform. Doesn't really matter where he got drafted.
That's true, although I think part of that article also talks about what teams are allowed to do with Europeans. They can basically draft them, hold their position, not pay them immediately and leave them in Europe so they develop. Davis will have to develop on his own now. I read an article, probably this one, and Izzo was trying to call Z Bo, to see if he will take Davis under his wings, cuz he's on his own now.

I just got the sense that Davis might have been pushed into this. Being a good person he does it. Then, when they leave the floor, he stops and signs.

Denzel is fine and has a great support system. Best to Davis, we'll all be pulling for him.

by **Robert J Sakimano** 2016-06-27, 09:38

Watch Out Pylon! wrote:
Robert J Sakimano wrote:I'd like to get Timbo's opinion on what he thinks about our fine scholar-athletes and their draft status...

might I suggest a "Turkey Sandwich with Timbo" podcast??

I'm having a turkey sandwich for lunch. Looking forward to it. I'm using that fancy romaine lettuce.

is Timbo invited??

if so, can you ask him about doing the podcast? We can provide the turkey sandwich.

by **Turtleneck** 2016-06-27, 09:49

Robert J Sakimano wrote:
Watch Out Pylon! wrote:

I'm having a turkey sandwich for lunch. Looking forward to it. I'm using that fancy romaine lettuce.
is Timbo invited??

if so, can you ask him about doing the podcast? We can provide the turkey sandwich.

There is no money in the budget for turkey sandwiches, Bob.

by **Watch Out Pylon!** 2016-06-27, 09:54

Robert J Sakimano wrote:
Watch Out Pylon! wrote:

I'm having a turkey sandwich for lunch. Looking forward to it. I'm using that fancy romaine lettuce.
is Timbo invited??

if so, can you ask him about doing the podcast? We can provide the turkey sandwich.

If I see him I'll ask. Good thing I got that romaine.

by **Robert J Sakimano** 2016-06-27, 10:05

Turtleneck wrote:
Robert J Sakimano wrote:is Timbo invited??

if so, can you ask him about doing the podcast? We can provide the turkey sandwich.

There is no money in the budget for turkey sandwiches, Bob.

I'd be happy to finance Timbo's sandwich - I have some cans and bottles I can take back to Meijer..

the hassle of taking back cans and bottles is worth Timbo's keen insight.

by **Travis of the Cosmos** 2016-06-27, 10:08

Watch Out Pylon! wrote:
Robert J Sakimano wrote:
is Timbo invited??

if so, can you ask him about doing the podcast? We can provide the turkey sandwich.

If I see him I'll ask. Good thing I got that romaine.

Fuck you and your bourgey fucking lettuce.

by **Watch Out Pylon!** 2016-06-27, 11:13

Travis of the Cosmos wrote:
Watch Out Pylon! wrote:

If I see him I'll ask. Good thing I got that romaine.

Fuck you and your bourgey fucking lettuce.

tOfficial NBA 2016 Draft Thread - Page 5 Big-head-of-romaine-480x320

Look at this shit dude. Sooooo much better than that iceberg bullshit.

by Guest 2016-06-28, 07:01

Windsor: MSU’s Davis took gamble on self in draft, and it will pay off

by **Floyd Robertson** 2016-07-03, 08:16

Couch: Spurs make Bryn Forbes a priority; now he has to make shots

I guess I missed the part where Forbes signed with the Spurs. Guaranteed money for an undrafted guy is the NBA is kind of rare, right?

Bryn Forbes has only briefly spoken to San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich since signing with the team.

Pop’s advice to his undrafted rookie entering NBA summer league play: “He just told me to shoot it,” Forbes said Thursday.

There is no ambiguity as why NBA teams like Forbes or why the Spurs gave the former Michigan State and Lansing Sexton standout a guaranteed contract to choose them.

by Guest 2016-07-10, 15:17

Shams CharaniaVerified account ‏@ShamsCharania
Vertical Sources: Memphis' Deyonta Davis signing $4M rookie deal, richest guarantee for American-born 2nd-rounder.

by **InTenSity** 2016-07-10, 15:52

LooseGoose wrote:Shams CharaniaVerified account ‏@ShamsCharania
Vertical Sources: Memphis' Deyonta Davis signing $4M rookie deal, richest guarantee for American-born 2nd-rounder.

Not too bad, how many years? 2?

by **NigelUno** 2016-07-10, 16:01

http://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/242794/Deyonta-Davis-Grizzlies-Agrees-To-Record-Contract-For-2nd-Rounder

Deyonta Davis has agreed upon a fully guaranteed three-year, $4 million deal with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Davis' deal is the richest ever for an American-born second round pick. The deal allows Memphis to retain his Bird rights and eliminate the Arena provision, leaving him with no restrictions on how much he can earn on a second deal.

Davis’ deal exceeds the guaranteed slotted salary of the 16th pick in the draft.

Davis was the 31st overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft.

by **NigelUno** 2016-07-10, 16:05

The_Dude wrote:What a massive fuck up. Guy was top 16 pick by virtually everyone and must had him higher.

System failed Davis and now may have ruined his life.

Deyonta Davis has agreed upon a fully guaranteed three-year, $4 million deal.

Davis’ deal exceeds the guaranteed slotted salary of the 16th pick in the draft.

by **NigelUno** 2016-07-10, 16:07

The_Dude wrote:
duffy munn wrote:

Picked 31st. Life is clearly ruined. Just be happy for Levert and STFU.

You don't get it. First round pick is everything. Guaranteed roster spot and money.

Now he will be in the D league making scraps and having to fight against everyone else to get noticed and called up.

Life changer. Kid went into tonight thinking he'd leave a multimillionaire and instead will be making next to nothing and no guarantees.

Deyonta Davis has agreed upon a fully guaranteed three-year, $4 million deal with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Davis' deal is the richest ever for an American-born second round pick. The deal allows Memphis to retain his Bird rights and eliminate the Arena provision, leaving him with no restrictions on how much he can earn on a second deal.

Davis’ deal exceeds the guaranteed slotted salary of the 16th pick in the draft.

by Clarett's Folly 2016-07-10, 16:38

DD has almost no offensive game to speak of. He'd be wise to seek the help of Ben Wallace and commit himself to modeling his game on Wallace's.

by **WhiteBoyHatcher** 2016-07-10, 20:49

Bulls are live on the deuce against Philly. Denzel just dunked on Stauskas and was fouled.

by **Floyd Robertson** 2016-07-14, 16:13

I'm not really sure what the difference is between the last Forbes signing announcement and this one today.

SPURS SIGN BRYN FORBES

SAN ANTONION (July 14, 2016) -- The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have signed guard Bryn Forbes. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not announced.

Maybe nba.com is just catching up. Maybe I'm missing something. Today is July 14, 2016, right?

by Guest 2016-07-14, 16:56

Floyd Robertson wrote:I'm not really sure what the difference is between the last Forbes signing announcement and this one today.

SPURS SIGN BRYN FORBES

SAN ANTONION (July 14, 2016) -- The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have signed guard Bryn Forbes. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not announced.

Maybe nba.com is just catching up. Maybe I'm missing something. Today is July 14, 2016, right?

OR they gave him some more guaranteed $$?

by **NigelUno** 2016-07-14, 17:38

Floyd Robertson wrote:I'm not really sure what the difference is between the last Forbes signing announcement and this one today.

SPURS SIGN BRYN FORBES

SAN ANTONION (July 14, 2016) -- The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have signed guard Bryn Forbes. Per club policy, terms of the contract were not announced.

Maybe nba.com is just catching up. Maybe I'm missing something. Today is July 14, 2016, right?

I'm guessing the first signing was just for the summer team. This one most likely ensures he will come to camp with them in the fall, and would also most likely be a 2 way deal (NBA minimum if he makes the roster...something else if he gets sent to their D League team).

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