The Atlanta Hawks beat the odds and have the top selection in the 2024 NBA Draft. Unlike 2023, there is no consensus #1. The Spurs couldn't lose. Even if Wemby did nothing in his career nobody faults them for that pick. The Hawks will not have it so easy. Atlanta is already rumored to be up for major changes. Trae Young, Dejounte Murray and the supporting cast have not made for a playoff caliber team. Personally, I'm okay if Trae Young goes. His lack of defense has always been a sticking point for me. Getting Murray was a fail for me. I like Murray but he just isn't a fit with Young and now that's he's on a big extension he'll be hard to move. If nothing else, the #1 pick gives Atlanta lots of options. Whether that is who they pick or the ability to make trades.
Portland has two picks in the top 14. They need lots of help so this is good. Same thing in that they'll have options in regard to making trades. I'm okay if they move up using those two picks but I wouldn't mind them getting two players who can really help. They are struggling to stay healthy, helps their young core take the next step and to see the benefit of picking up Deandre Ayton.
No matter how much grief teams get for drafting, the NBA draft is a crap shoot. So whether you're #1 or #14 you have your work cut out for you. The draft is May 12 in Chicago.
Tough yeah to be lucky enough to move up to 1. Hopefully they make the right call.
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed.
Delete1st the Spurs get Wemby... now they get the #4 and #8 picks. It'll be interesting to see if they build another dynasty there.
ReplyDeleteI agree. They do this right they could be looking good sooner than later.
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