Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
+2
dboss
bobheckler
6 posters
Page 1 of 1
Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
https://nesn.com/2019/11/will-celtics-keep-grizzlies-prize-nba-draft-pick-in-2020-espn-predicts-chances/
Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
by Marcus Kwesi O'Mard
on Wed, Nov 6, 2019 at 11:55AM
The Memphis Grizzlies will determine whether the Boston Celtics finish in the money at the next NBA Draft Lottery.
ESPN’s Basketball Power Index projected Tuesday the Celtics have a 9.2 percent chance of receiving the Grizzlies’ first-round pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. The Grizzlies pick will convey to the Celtics if it falls outside the top six spots in order the lottery will set next summer, but the combination of Memphis’ slow start to the season and new lottery rules suggest the selection will roll over to 2021. Here’s why, per ESPN’s Jonathan Givony.
“… ESPN’s Basketball Power Index (BPI) ranks the Grizzlies as the second-worst team in the league, but they currently are projected to win the least amount of games (23) due to being in the much stronger Western Conference,” Givony writes. “The Grizzlies might decide to do everything in their power to keep this pick, which under the new lottery odds would only happen for certain if they finish 30th or 29th overall.”
If the Grizzlies keep their first-round pick in 2020, it will roll over to the Celtics next year, when it will be unprotected. Most NBA observers predict Memphis won’t contend for playoff places this season or next, meaning the chances of Boston receiving a high-lottery pick in 2021 will remain high. Givony believes such a scenario might have a ripple effect on the NBA landscape.
“A top-10 team getting a high lottery pick definitely changes the complexion of a draft, both in terms of potential trades and the type of player the Celtics might target (as opposed to a rebuilding team),” Givony concluded. “If the pick rolls over to 2021 — where there appears to be a great deal of star power — the Celtics likely won’t be devastated, as Memphis still seems to be far away from contending for the playoffs.”
The Celtics acquired the Grizzlies’ pick in the 2015 Jeff Green trade, and the protections the deal included always meant the value of the pick would fluctuate over time, depending on the outcome of Memphis’ seasons and the lottery results.
The 1-5 Grizzlies have plenty of time to improve their performances and results. However, it’s doubtful whether they have the will do so and lessen their chances or receiving a top-two, or top-six pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
bob
.
Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
by Marcus Kwesi O'Mard
on Wed, Nov 6, 2019 at 11:55AM
The Memphis Grizzlies will determine whether the Boston Celtics finish in the money at the next NBA Draft Lottery.
ESPN’s Basketball Power Index projected Tuesday the Celtics have a 9.2 percent chance of receiving the Grizzlies’ first-round pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. The Grizzlies pick will convey to the Celtics if it falls outside the top six spots in order the lottery will set next summer, but the combination of Memphis’ slow start to the season and new lottery rules suggest the selection will roll over to 2021. Here’s why, per ESPN’s Jonathan Givony.
“… ESPN’s Basketball Power Index (BPI) ranks the Grizzlies as the second-worst team in the league, but they currently are projected to win the least amount of games (23) due to being in the much stronger Western Conference,” Givony writes. “The Grizzlies might decide to do everything in their power to keep this pick, which under the new lottery odds would only happen for certain if they finish 30th or 29th overall.”
If the Grizzlies keep their first-round pick in 2020, it will roll over to the Celtics next year, when it will be unprotected. Most NBA observers predict Memphis won’t contend for playoff places this season or next, meaning the chances of Boston receiving a high-lottery pick in 2021 will remain high. Givony believes such a scenario might have a ripple effect on the NBA landscape.
“A top-10 team getting a high lottery pick definitely changes the complexion of a draft, both in terms of potential trades and the type of player the Celtics might target (as opposed to a rebuilding team),” Givony concluded. “If the pick rolls over to 2021 — where there appears to be a great deal of star power — the Celtics likely won’t be devastated, as Memphis still seems to be far away from contending for the playoffs.”
The Celtics acquired the Grizzlies’ pick in the 2015 Jeff Green trade, and the protections the deal included always meant the value of the pick would fluctuate over time, depending on the outcome of Memphis’ seasons and the lottery results.
The 1-5 Grizzlies have plenty of time to improve their performances and results. However, it’s doubtful whether they have the will do so and lessen their chances or receiving a top-two, or top-six pick in the 2020 NBA Draft.
bob
.
bobheckler- Posts : 61303
Join date : 2009-10-28
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
I think it will roll over to 2021 which is fine given all the young players on this team.
The Celtics still have their own pick as well as the Bucks pick top 7 protected.
So once again Boston goes into a draft with some assets.
Expect to see lots of trade rumors.
The Celtics still have their own pick as well as the Bucks pick top 7 protected.
So once again Boston goes into a draft with some assets.
Expect to see lots of trade rumors.
dboss- Posts : 18730
Join date : 2009-11-01
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
I didn't know we got the Bucks pick this year....how did that one happen?
kdp59- Posts : 5709
Join date : 2014-01-05
Age : 64
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
_________________
gyso- Posts : 22053
Join date : 2009-10-13
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
_________________
gyso- Posts : 22053
Join date : 2009-10-13
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
kdp59 wrote:I didn't know we got the Bucks pick this year....how did that one happen?
From the Aron Baynes trade:
https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-celtics/2019/06/21/aron-baynes-trade-draft-picks-suns
_________________
gyso- Posts : 22053
Join date : 2009-10-13
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
Never thought I would miss Aaron Baynes this much. He did so many little things that don't show up in the boxscore. He has kept improving on his 3 pt shot. He is also a BIG. He is going to get a pretty good contract next year.
tardust- Posts : 1605
Join date : 2012-05-03
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
It came to us as a result of the Aron Baynes trade. The Suns owned the pick (Bucks) and acquired it from a previous trade.kdp59 wrote:I didn't know we got the Bucks pick this year....how did that one happen?
dboss- Posts : 18730
Join date : 2009-11-01
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
Thanks GYSO I was getting ready to post that information.
Danny continues to make deals that benefit the Celtics. He is like a scavenger at the beach with a metal detector. Always looking for shiny metal object to add to his war chest.
Danny continues to make deals that benefit the Celtics. He is like a scavenger at the beach with a metal detector. Always looking for shiny metal object to add to his war chest.
Last edited by dboss on Thu Nov 07, 2019 5:15 pm; edited 2 times in total
dboss- Posts : 18730
Join date : 2009-11-01
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
thanks guys...I didn't remember what we got back for dumping Baynes contract on the suns.
kdp59- Posts : 5709
Join date : 2014-01-05
Age : 64
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
With the way Baynes has been playing I am sure the Suns do not feel like Danny dumped his salary on them. Have you seen his numbers?kdp59 wrote:thanks guys...I didn't remember what we got back for dumping Baynes contract on the suns.
15 PPG, 5.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists. is shooting 48.4% from deep on 4.4 attempts. wow
Baynes is the perfect example of a guy who comes to the Celtics and leaves better than when he arrived.
The Celts and Bucks picks are likely to be in the mid to late 20's. They could be packaged to move up if there is a guy that Danny really wants or he could include them in a trade.
The Memphis pick could end up being ANOTHER Golden Egg. They look like crap this year so the likelihood it transfer to us seems pretty slim but in 2021 we will have another lottery pick most likely. I think Memphis will be a poor team for a few years.
The Celtics will resign Tatum and if Hayward continues on his path to return to stardom, the team will pretty much be capped out for a good while. They will try to retain him. In any even, an opportunity for a high lottery pick for a contending team is huge.
dboss- Posts : 18730
Join date : 2009-11-01
Re: Will Celtics Receive Grizzlies Prized NBA Draft Pick In 2020? ESPN Projects Chances
Danny did good
cowens/oldschool- Posts : 27235
Join date : 2009-10-18
Similar topics
» Will Celtics get Grizzlies' first-round pick in 2020? Here are the scenarios
» Why It’s Time For Celtics To Be Worried About That Grizzlies Draft Pick
» CELTICS POSSIBLE DRAFT PICK COMCAST NEW ENGLAND & ESPN BOSTON
» Mike Conley and Marc Gasol meet with Grizzlies ownership to see how the Celtics can get the best possible draft pick from them.
» How ESPN projects Boston Celtics' 2019-20 record, odds of making playoffs
» Why It’s Time For Celtics To Be Worried About That Grizzlies Draft Pick
» CELTICS POSSIBLE DRAFT PICK COMCAST NEW ENGLAND & ESPN BOSTON
» Mike Conley and Marc Gasol meet with Grizzlies ownership to see how the Celtics can get the best possible draft pick from them.
» How ESPN projects Boston Celtics' 2019-20 record, odds of making playoffs
Page 1 of 1
Permissions in this forum:
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
|
|