JayBirdHawk

Sucks not watching Hawks basketball. I'm so bored. Makes an even long summer, LONGER!!!

Where will Zach Edey be drafted? Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY: Phoenix Suns – No. 20 overall Zillgitt writes: "Edey was outstanding in the tournament, leading Purdue to the title game where he had 37 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks in the loss to UConn. Had 40 points and 16 rebounds against Tennessee in an Elite Eight game. Edey is a bear to defend in the low post... But in the NBA, is he mobile enough, especially defensively, to keep up with style and pace?" Jonathan Wasserman, Bleacher Report: Phoenix Suns – No. 23 overall Wasserman writes: "[Edey]'s changed a number of minds regarding his pro outlook and potential to carve out an NBA role, even without adding any modern skills. His combination of 7'4" height and one-handed touch creates a tremendous advantage in the post. And improved mobility has led to increased, quicker defensive court coverage around the key." Kyle Boone, CBS Sports: Washington Wizards – No. 26 overall (via Los Angeles Clippers) Boone writes: "In a head-to-head matchup with projected top-10 pick Donovan Clingan in the national championship game, Edey scored 37 points and showed why even the most capable defenders may have trouble slowing him in the NBA." https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/draft/2024/04/23/2024-nba-mock-draft-zach-edey-top-picks/73428801007/

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I guess we'll have to see how the rest if the draft plays out going forward.

The Atlanta Falcons pulled off the biggest shocker of the early part of the NFL draft Thursday night, taking Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick. And that stunned feeling extended to incumbent quarterback Kirk Cousins, too. The Falcons made the pick despite signing veteran quarterback Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract last month in free agency. Cousins' agent, Mike McCartney, told ESPN's Pete Thamel that the Falcons only notified the QB that they'd pick Penix while the team was on the clock. McCartney said there is frustration and confusion coming from Cousins' camp because Atlanta did not use its first-round pick to make the team better in 2024. Instead, the Falcons used their selection on Cousins' apparent successor before Cousins played a single down for the team. McCartney said Cousins understands the business of football and is ready to move on, but there was indeed surprise about the Falcons' decision.

Changing schemes and coaches I think has a lot to do with that. Instead of just playing instinctual, he's more likely having to process more. It happens. I voiced my concerns early in the season, but I'm encouraged by his stats in his starting role though a small sample. There's something there. And I'll repeat again - he should have started more games this season so the HAWKS could make a more informed decision this offseason.

BI has spent more time as the focal point on offense during his early years, so his overall stats might be better. However, we have seen a transition where that is no longer the case as will be the case here. Just saying.

Part of that has to do with OO's development since being drafted. Not only in the games he has missed due to injury, but the offseasons he has spent having to rehab vs working on his game. It all adds up. Can't forget 3 coaches as well.

I hoped he would be, but Bam's offensive versatility far outshines OO. He's also strongerand tougher (and this is not me saying we should trade OO or he can't get to another level).

He's already making more than Murray next season alone. So ee know that going in: $36 mil vs $25 mil. The question is are they willing to almost double the Murray cost in the following seasons.

So do you thinks the Hawks will want to and should they sign BI for $50 mil? If the Hawks aren't willing, then the trade is essentially for Nance ($11 mil next 2 years) and #21 (maybe)?

Potential 4yr/$221 for Ingram vs 4/$114mil for DJ