Sam Presti: Best Drafter Ever?

[Jud]

He's been on blast for 3 years due to the Harden trade. We get it. But man, this guy is incredible at drafts.

We know about Durant, Westbrook, Harden, and Ibaka. Actually, out of all those, Durant was the only "easy" pick. Westbrook was a PG/SG from UCLA; many questioned if he was even going to make it as a PG in the NBA. Even though Harden was a good player at the time, many in the NBA though he wasn't athletic enough to justify the #3 draft spot at the time. Ibaka was drafted outside the lottery, so it was a gamble as well. Then he drafted Reggie Jackson, who may potentially get a $15 mil/yr offer this summer.

He drafted Steven Adams, who is a legit 7 footer, who's averaging 7.4 pt/7 rebs/1.2 blks in 24 minutes as a 21 year old. He is already above avg defensively and his offense is coming around. Basically a 21 year old who's already a legit 7 foot starter on a playoff team.

He drafted Mitch McGary, who is a 6'10 255 lb PF/C that's averaging 8.3 pts/6 rebs/0.5 blks, 54% FG in 16.5 min/per game. While still questionable defensively, he has a wide array of offensive post moves and can step out for an 18 foot jumper. The way he shoots the ball, there may be potential to shoot 3s in the future. His overall game is similar to Kevin Love when he was starting out, but of course, may not reach Kevin Love's level.

I'm just amazed at Sam Presti's work. He constantly finds players that are way above their worth in drafts.

[JohnFreeman]

Jerry Krause

[T_L_P]

Don't forget Tony Parker.

Pop didn't like Parker...even after Presti made up this huge montage of his play. Pop said he was unsure of the pick even after Tony's rookie season.

I'm no Parker fan, but at #28, that pick was a steal.

[imdaman99]

http://www.nbadraft.net/mocks/2008_nba_mock_draft.html

Just wish he hadn't taken the chance and let Westbrook go where he was projected

[JohnMax]

He drafted Eric Bledsoe but traded him

[Jud]

Don't forget Tony Parker.

Pop didn't like Parker...even after Presti made up this huge montage of his play. Pop said he was unsure of the pick even after Tony's rookie season.

I'm no Parker fan, but at #28, that pick was a steal.

Parker was definitely one of the best late 1st round draft picks ever.

[Hittin_Shots]

He should trade Durant to a team with lots of picks so he can do some more magic.. but who has lots of picks.. hmm

[Budadiiii]

He should trade Durant

[Hittin_Shots]

Obviously just want Durant on Boston...

[Jud]

He should trade Durant to a team with lots of picks so he can do some more magic.. but who has lots of picks.. hmm

Durant to 76ers

[Beastmode88]

Durant to 76ers

Lol perfect mentors for the young squad. Durant and mcgee.

[IncarceratedBob]

jerry west?

magic
worthy
kobe
curry
klay
draymond

[Marchesk]

Durant to 76ers

How many first rounders do they have?

[Akrazotile]

He drafted Eric Bledsoe but traded him

That's because Neil Olshey told him "draft Eric Bledsoe and we'll give you a pick."

[Lebronxrings]

no excuses