11th...

[bendm]

Get's to a chance to play in an offense he'll get a lot of good looks in while competing for the playoffs. Has another young great PG to play and grow with. Love the fit.

I don’t love the fit. Very crowded young and talented back court with ball, graham, rozier, Bouk and Hayward. Rozier just had a monster season. not a lot of extra shots to go around.

 

[CardiacAndre7]

I don’t love the fit. Very crowded young and talented back court with ball, graham, rozier, Bouk and Hayward. Rozier just had a monster season. not a lot of extra shots to go around.

They’re gonna trade at least one of those guys. Most likely Graham.

 

[superjohn]

I don’t love the fit. Very crowded young and talented back court with ball, graham, rozier, Bouk and Hayward. Rozier just had a monster season. not a lot of extra shots to go around.

Hayward is an injury prone forward Rozier is a free agent in a year and is a point guard/shooting guard and Graham is a 6'0 point guard. It's a great spot for Bouknight.

 

[KembaKek]

I’m so mad he didn’t go to the Grizz. I had said a couple times before last season how I wanted Bouk to land on the grizz.

I would have INSTANTLY bought the throwback Vancouver Grizzlies jerseys. I’ll buy a Bouk hornets but damn.

this was my plan too. Really wanted the throwback grizzlies jersey and to see him play with Ja Morant. But oh well, i'll settle for Hornets.

 

[Chief00]

It’s not so important where you are drafted as where you end up. As Chief has said, James has the talent to have a great career. He just needs to focus on the future and developing both on the court and as a person. He can learn a lot by how Cade Cunningham handles himself with such maturity. I think a small market is good for James. He can focus on improvement without the distractions of a NY or LA. If he can hit the 3 in the game as he did at the combine, he will be fine. The main thing is to back it up on the court and remove himself from pressure, which comes from unrealistic expectations set by others.

 

[Sachem]

I wouldn’t be surprised if Jordan said hands off Bouk

 

[husky429]

whut? how many minutes do you think he'll see?

He'll start by January. 25+ a game. Unless Gaffney totally changes his mentality Hawkins is a better player once he adjusts to the speed of the game. 2-3 inches taller, way better defender, a little better shooter, more athletic, and much more aggressive. Gaff is a better passer though for sure and has a better handle, of still not great.

Still love Gaff and his role. But they're not the same caliber of player in terms of potential.

 

[Sachem]

Now imagine UConn jerseys with the Jumpman logo!

 

[YearoftheHusky]

why. should every comment be a new thread? pay attention.

Two pages of responses tells me your opinion is in the minority.

 

[HuskyWarrior611]

Hayward is an injury prone forward Rozier is a free agent in a year and is a point guard/shooting guard and Graham is a 6'0 point guard. It's a great spot for Bouknight.

Yeah James is pretty much the only true SG on the team right now. They should definitely make room for him.

 

[AdamaNation]

He did not look happy!

Remember Paul pierce and Caron. Vengeance.

 

[AdamaNation]

this was my plan too. Really wanted the throwback grizzlies jersey and to see him play with Ja Morant. But oh well, i'll settle for Hornets.

Ball is a pretty ex outing backup ho morant.

 

[UconnFanNVa]

Me thinks Bouk needed to be humbled. That reaction was not a good look, especially for Bobcat fans.

Kobe was drafted 13th and looked happier than Bouk.

Personally I've never seen someone's dream come true and not look happy.

That really stood out to me too. I understand where he is coming from, but it looks like someone who feels entitled and is not grateful. I hope he takes that anger and tears the league up though. He has the talent and the motivation.

 

[bendm]

Hayward is an injury prone forward Rozier is a free agent in a year and is a point guard/shooting guard and Graham is a 6'0 point guard. It's a great spot for Bouknight.

Hayward can play 3 positions and takes a lot of shots. Rozier started almost every game at SG the last 2 seasons and you don’t know whether he’ll resign. Lamelo’s size allowed him and Graham to play together plenty doesn’t matter how short Graham is. They also have Monk who’s improving. There were better fits.

 

[Travelman6]

There are still people on fbook UConn groups saying he should have stayed another year, never should have left, etc.....

Just crazy.

 

[CTBasketball]

There are still people on fbook UConn groups saying he should have stayed another year, never should have left, etc.....

Just crazy.

This draft class is so bad on paper that he had to leave.

 

[CL82]

There are still people on fbook UConn groups saying he should have stayed another year, never should have left, etc.....

Just crazy.

Yep Bouk is a lottery pick in the NBA draft. College players dream of that. Heck most guys would be happy just to get a shot at playing in the NBA. Bouk gets to live the dream and he’s about to become a multi-millionaire. I’m happy for him.

 

[navery12]

Hayward can play 3 positions and takes a lot of shots. Rozier started almost every game at SG the last 2 seasons and you don’t know whether he’ll resign. Lamelo’s size allowed him and Graham to play together plenty doesn’t matter how short Graham is. They also have Monk who’s improving. There were better fits.

Monk and Graham are both free agents, I'm sure Graham will be back and they'll match whatever offer he gets, but Monk is definitely gone

 

[uchusky32]

Congrats Bouk! One of your dreams realized. Now make them pay. You have the talent. You've shown your commitment to your team playing hurt. You've shown you will put the time in to improve. Now channel all of that at your next goal.

We'll be watching.

 

[imno1]

Am I the only one who is tired of those commenting on facial expressions or body language who think they know what Bouk is thinking or feeling? Hated it during the season and still do. I would bet James is ecstatic about becoming a multimillionaire and getting paid to play a game he loves.

 

[BGesus4]

Anyone have links for his post draft interviews?

can’t wait to watch lamelo and Bouk throwing and catching lobs

 

[GHSWolverines]

While I wish he was picked earlier he is still going to make some good $$$

 

[CardiacAndre7]

This draft class is so bad on paper that he had to leave.

Bad draft class? Are you sure you’re not thinking of the 2020 draft? This is one of the deepest drafts in the last 20 years.

 

[Jkiller]

Did you know this is the 3rd player to be drafted by Charlotte from UCONN?

Bouknight, Kemba and Okafor. Best of luck! Should be a great experience for him to play alongside LaMelo Ball

 

[uconnever]

I think it’s a GREAT spot for him. Yes there were better situations out there for him, but this is almost as good as it gets I believe. He will play a lot there and there’s a lot of buzz and optimism around that team now, so he can show off in the spotlight that’s there from last year. It’s really up to him. Jeremy Lamb career or Ray Allen. I think he can go either way.