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Wit and wisdom from Grandma Part II:
Grandma said that when she met Grandpa, it was love at first sight. So dumbstruck was Grandpa that Grandma told him, “When your eyes get full, use your pockets.”
Here’s hoping the Warriors brass who embarked Tuesday on a roadie to scout James Wiseman in Portland packed their pockets.
Wiseman? He is a 7-1, 240-pound center, a specimen and a half who is the odds-on favorite to be the first pick in next summer’s NBA draft. Which is interesting, since the Warriors also are the odds-on favorite to be the first pick in next summer’s NBA draft.
Warriors execs Bob Myers, Mike Dunleavy, and Larry Harris all here to see the Oregon State Beavers tonight. (And also probably to see James Wiseman).
— John Hollinger (@johnhollinger) November 13, 2019
Wiseman, pride of the University of Memphis, put on a show against Oregon on Tuesday, with 14 points and 12 rebounds. The show was summarily canceled Thursday when the NCAA ruled Wiseman ineligible.
So whatever Messrs. Myers, Dunleavy and Harris gleaned from their scouting party is about all they’re going to see from Wiseman until he works out for scouts months and months from now.
In the meantime, what does this mean for the Dubs, who could use a big man with which to retool their championship machine?
Fortunately, USA Today has checked in with a helpful guide headlined, “Three players for the Warriors to watch with James Wiseman ineligible.”
Per Tommy Call III:
1: Jaden McDaniels, forward, freshman, Washington (6-10, 8-11 reach). “For his size, he can play all over the court. He can slash and create for others while showcasing a decent jumper.” As a bonus, the Warriors front office won’t have to waste their hotel loyalty points scouting McDaniels, given that Washington plays at Cal and at Stanford this (and every) season.
2: Kahlil Whitney, forward, freshman, Kentucky (6-7, 210 pounds). “An athletic freak that would fit right in with Draymond Green’s lob-ability. The Wildcat is 6-foot-7 and shredded. His strength and athleticism project him to have an immediate impact on the defensive side of the floor.”
3: Matthew Hurt, forward, freshman, Duke (6-9, 214 pounds). “Hurt can get buckets all over the floor with his veteran-like scoring ability. He’s slender, but has a long frame that could cause problems on the defensive side of the ball. A player to keep an eye on if the Dubs slip out of the top-10 in the draft.”
Er, that shouldn’t be a problem.
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