NBA Draft 2014 Pick 10: Elfrid Payton, Orlando Magic (via Philadelphia 76ers)

We conclude SportsFansSpeak’s Top 10 draft profiles with Elfrid Payton. The number 10 pick in this year’s draft, acquired by the Orlando Magic in a trade that sent their 12th pick Dario Saric and some future picks to the Philadelphia 76ers. Drafting Elfrid Payton seemed to be in the works for the Orlando Magic regardless of where they picked. Rob Hennigan, the general manager of the Magic, said this on the night of the draft: “Elfrid, going into the draft, was someone we had targeted... We love his toughness, competitiveness and desire to play defense.” 

The young Louisiana Lafayette point guard will do just that. With Jameer Nelson not returning to the magic this year, I believe that the Orlando Magic will begin Payton’s career by immediately throwing him in the ringer alongside Victor Oladipo. I think this will be the quickest way for the Magic to rebuild and grow their franchise. Payton’s a true pass-first point guard and he’s totally unselfish in his play. His presence on the court should free Oladipo to start playing his true position as a SG, and this will change a lot for the Magic next season. Oladipo made it clear last year with his many turnovers that he isn't a point guard. I think many fans are excited to see how Oladipo will improve next season as the young guards take the backcourt.   

Payton has a good quickness to his game. He see’s the open lanes and has a decent finish to the rim. However, his quickness will need to adjust to the pace of the NBA game. This isn’t the Sun Belt conference anymore, and the level of competition is much greater obviously. It was clear that he struggled with the pace in his first Summer League game and he admitted that he was thrown off a little, but it was nice to see him quickly adjust in the next couple of games. He will also need to improve some of his ball handling skills. There were a lot of plays last year where he would drive to the basket, but have it easily picked away. Like what he has shown us in the Summer League, he’ll need to improve these PG skills as he hits the actual floor next season, but I think he’ll eventually get there.

My biggest worry about Payton isn’t his ball-handling skills, nor his ability to get to the rim in the NBA. It’s his shooting. He struggled everywhere to shoot last year. He clocked in only 14-of-54 3 pointers with a dismal shooting percentage of 25.9%. His mid-range jumpers also suffered, making only 17-of-66 (25.8%). His free throw shooting is flat, and has never reached 65%. He still found a way to make buckets for the Ragin Cajuns, where he averaged 19.2 points a game, but if that shooting doesn’t improve he’ll have a hard time keeping a starting job in the NBA. 

His biggest strength is his defense, and I think this trait of his will translate the quickest to the NBA. Admittedly his numbers were put up against a lower competition, but all the right tools are there. He finds a way to disrupt plays with his quick hands. Last year he averaged an impressive 2.6 steals per game, and earned the Sun Belt Defensive Player of the year. He plays close to the ball, get’s over screens well, and puts on a lot of pressure when he’s guarding. Again, he’ll need to adjust to the pace of NBA PG play, but he will do so quickly. I think his defense alone is what makes him such a valuable piece to the Magic. 

Overall, I really like this pick for the Magic, and I think he gives the Magic a good chance to rebuild a potentially scary team. He’ll struggle to adjust to the pace of the game as i mentioned before, but he has a lot of upside to his game that i believe will transition well into the NBA. That upside is a good trait to have in this league. It's clear that he's a good humble kid, and it's hard not to like the afro he's got going on. 

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 9: Noah Vonleh, Charlotte Hornets

Noah Vonleh was the 9th pick in the NBA 2014 Draft. He was selected by the Charlotte Hornets, here at SportsFansSpeak we want to breakdown his game so you have an idea of what he can bring to a team like the Hornets. This pick makes sense for the Hornets as they lost two of their big men, Josh McRoberts and Anthony Tolliver. Vonleh will help add some depth to this Hornet roster.

One of Vonleh's strengths is his age. He is only 18 years old and won't be turning 19 till August of this year. A big factor for the Hornets was his youth. He still has a lot of time to develop physically and mentally and the Hornets will be able to mold him into the player they want him to be. This pick is a pick for the future as the Hornets are looking to add young talent to an already young and promising team.

An aspect of Vonleh's game I believe will transition very well to the NBA is his rebounding ability. Vonleh uses his superior size to be an effective rebounder. With a wingspan of 7 feet 5 inches, standing reach of 9 feet, and a vertical of 37 inches it's hard to get around or above him. He does an excellent job of hustling for the ball. The Hornets last season struggled to rebound the ball. Their leading rebounder was Al Jefferson averaging 10 rebounds a game, but the next big man on the Hornets' roster only averaged 4.8 rebounds a game. Vonleh should be a big help to Big Al crashing the boards, in college Vonleh averaged 9 rebounds a game. A tandem of Vonleh and Big Al crashing the boards will help in getting more rebounds for this squad.

Something that concerns me with Vonleh is his shot selection. More often than not, Vonleh, becomes selfish with the ball. In college he shot a respectable 52% but during the Summer League he shot a terrible 28%. It's only the Summer League but he needs to work on his shot selection, through 7 games he put up 74 shots and only making 21 of those attempts. Something that will help him overcome this issue is his commitment to studying the game. He is still young and his basketball IQ shows that. The more he studies the easier it will be for him to make simple plays. During the Summer League he didn't even average half an assist a game. There is a lot of room for improvement and once he starts to distribute he will find open looks for himself.

Vonleh's game is very exciting to watch and he has the potential to become one of the best big men from this draft class. I think Al Jefferson will be a big help in his development. He will help Vonleh to understand the flow of the game and to help him mature and become a leader. Vonleh is a big risk as we don't know what kind of player he will become but I believe he has a great work ethic and he will blossom into a very well rounded player.

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 8: Nik Stauskas, Sacramento Kings

Nik Stauskas was the 8th pick in the NBA 2014 draft by the Sacramento Kings. Stauskas is a very interesting pick by the Kings, Stauskas has a very similar game to Ben McClemore, he's an excellent shooter and a great slasher. Here at SportsFansSpeak we will be breaking down Stauskas' game to see why the Kings would make this pick.

One of Stauskas' greatest strengths is his excellent shooting ability. The kid can light it up. He has range and an unbelievably smooth stroke. His last year at Michigan, Stauskas scored 17.5 pts/game shooting about 47% a game. I'm excited to see a tandem of McClemore and Stauskas lighting teams up from deep. One of his shooting strengths is his ability to spot up and knock it down. He does an incredible job of finding open spots on the floor, once they get him the ball you can expect nothing but net.

Another aspect of Nik's game that impresses me is his wonderful basketball IQ. He seems to always make the right pass at the right time. He does a great job of playing one step ahead of the defense. Something that has really impressed me is his ability to find open teammates. He doesn't pass the ball very often but when he does it always seems to be an assist to one of his teammates. He is a natural when it comes to understanding how the game works. Who wouldn't want this on their team?

Like all NBA players Stauskas has a lot of areas of his game that need improvement. His defensive game needs a lot of work. He always seems to be a step behind his defender, especially when his man drives to the hoop. Him struggling to stay in front of his man in college is going to be a big problem in the NBA where the athletes are faster and stronger. Something else he needs to work on is his athleticism. As a shooting guard he will be expected to make some plays for himself in this league. In college he struggled to get around faster, bigger guards. A lot of length in the paint also caused him to shoot very poorly when he drove into the lane.

Overall I really like Sacramento picking Stauskas in this year's draft. I would really like to see him on the court with players like Ben McClemore and Darren Collison but, the Kings run into the problem of what personnel to put on the floor. With players like Darren Collison, Ben McClemore, Rudy Gay, Jason Terry, and Nik Stauskas there are a lot of players that love to score. I don't know how they will be able to use all of those players' talents when some of them wont be happy if they don't get the minutes they think they deserve. To me it seems like they drafted Stauskas to come off the bench and really add some depth for their team. I can see him becoming a kind of Manu Ginobili type player.

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 7: Julius Randle, Los Angeles Lakers

Julius Randle was taken #7 overall in the 2014 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. He brings toughness and star power to one of the most prestigious franchises in the world. I like this pick for them, especially with the recent loss of Pau Gasol. This kid had a great run in the NCAA tournament and almost led his team to the championship. He is a leader and he will play well and adapt at the next level.

Standing at 6'9 and weighing in at 250 he is pretty undersized for a Power Forward but he does have quite an interesting skill set. When I think of Julius Randle I think of Paul Millsap. Both are undersized who play big and can rebound like it's their day job. In his one year at Kentucky he averaged 15 points and 10.4 rebounds. He brings toughness and defense to a Laker team that ranked at the bottom of almost every statistical category last season, they ranked 25th in rebounds per game. Randle will be able to put them towards the better half of the league and with the addition of Carlos Boozer we will see the Lakers grab a bunch of rebounds per game.

 The Laker defense was 2nd to last, last season so they will need a lot of help on that side of the court. Without a coach this team doesn't really have any philosophy as of yet. They will score points which shouldn't be a problem but they will vastly improve I feel on defense. Randle is tough and will plug up the lane. Watch the FG percentage go up too. He shot 50% last year and LA was actually in the middle in terms of FG %. Where I see Randle making the difference is on defense where the Lakers struggled all year. They won't have to rely on him to score right now with Kobe and Nick Young on the team and also with Boozer. I see him having a great season for a rookie. If he wants to be good he will have to work at it. 

He still needs to work on his defense being an undersized PF. Hopefully LA can bring in a defensive minded coach that can develop him because Calipari wins with offense and not defense. If he wants to be a star in this league he'll need to develop a decent jump shot for being smaller. He actually shot 70% from the free throw line which is pretty good. He has an interesting skill set and he seems to be fearless down low, however, he needs to get stronger and develop something other than an average post-game. I like the pick for LA. I hope he can be the one LA can pass the torch to once Kobe  retires (whenever that may be) but I feel he needs to work on a lot of things before he can be "the man" in LA. 

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 6: Marcus Smart, Boston Celtics

Marcus Smart was the 6th overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft coming out of Oklahoma State after an excellent sophomore year. Smart was an interesting pick by the Boston Celtics because Rajon Rondo is in the final year of his contract. Does this mean the Celtics may be looking for a trade to get Rondo's contract out of Boston and pick up some young talent to play alongside Marcus Smart and the other young talent on this Celtic's roster? If that's their plan Marcus Smart is the perfect player to build a franchise around.

Smart is a gifted player that understands how to use his speed, quickness, and superior instincts to get him to the rim. With his big body he is almost unstoppable when he gets inside the paint. I really love his passing ability once he gets into the paint. He does not mind passing to his teammates and using his talents and skills to create shots for his teammates. Smart averaged 5 assists last year at Oklahoma State with a team that struggled to keep their best players on the court due to injury and suspension.

Another area where Smart excels is his defensive ability. He is an excellent one-on-one defender and can shut down an opposing player. Smart had a defensive rating of 92.3 last season with Oklahoma State as compared to Rajon Rondo who has always been an average defender. I believe Smart will be an upgrade at least defensively for the Celtics this year. He does a great job of keeping a body in front of his man and he is also great on closing out on defenders. Smart has an excellent motor on defense and never gives up. Here's a video of him defending Andrew Wiggins last year.

Smart has a lot to improve on with his game. A lot of people say Smart needs to work on his shot, I believe he has a great shot but his shot selection at Oklahoma State was pretty horrendous. He needed to carry that Cowboy team which caused him to force many of his shots. With more teammates that can score on this Celtic roster, Smart should be able to shot at a higher percentage. Another area of his game he needs to improve is his ball handling ability. At the moment he is just an undersized two guard but if he just improved his ball handling then he would be an excellent one guard.

Marcus Smart is an excellent pick by the Celtics, and this is definitely a move towards the future. The Celtics are in a rebuilding phase and this pick just indicates in which direction the Celtics intend to go. Rajon Rando's days are numbered in Boston, they have this excellent player and all they need is some more young talent around him. I'm excited to see Marcus Smart play and I wouldn't be surprised if he is one of the best players from this year's draft.

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 5: Dante Exum, Utah Jazz

Dante Exum, the international man of mystery, and the 5^th pick in the 2014 NBA Draft. Utah Jazz fans lit up Energy Solutions Arena with loud cries of excitement as they learned that Aaron Gordon was headed to the Magic, and that the young Aussie was headed his way from down under to Salt Lake City. With the cards falling exactly as the Jazz front office would have them, the number 5 pick didn’t seem all too bad with #3 player on their draft big board landing in their laps.

Exum definitely lives up to his nickname with only hours of limited video on YouTube and other various sites. However; upon observation of only a few basketball games mixed with a few practices and the NBA Summer League games, I believe that he could potentially be one of the best players of this draft. My initial impression of Dante is his quickness. He has a lightning fast first step, and leaves his defenders a step behind. He can bring it in for the layup, and pass it out to an open man. He is unselfish with a high basketball IQ, and a team player. His defense is also impressive, he gets into the open lane and causes problems for smaller guards.

A product from the Australian Institute of Sport, Exum played on the Australia Men’s Junior and Senior National teams at the FIBA world championships where he averaged 17.8 points a game with 3.2 assists. His games with Australia have shown us that he can score and has the ability to make plays for his teammates. He also impressed us at the Nike Hoop Summit, where in 22 minutes of play he had 16 points, 2 assists and 2 steals. The mystery surrounding Exum is becoming clearer as he has just started playing professional basketball in the NBA Summer League. Even after one game, the talking heads of major sport’s networks are taking interest in Exum’s ability to compete at an NBA level.

It's just summer league, but just saw an amazing steal followed by a baseline two-hand dunk by Jazz rookie Dante Exum.
— Marc J. Spears (@SpearsNBAYahoo) July 13, 2014

Watched Jazz-76ers game tonight @NBASummerLeague. Jazz will be ecstatic with some of things Dante Exum did tonight.
— Fran Fraschilla (@franfraschilla) July 13, 2014

I've watched Dante Exum play like six minutes of summer league and I've already decided he's going to be amazing.
— Royce Young (@royceyoung) July 13, 2014

.@ChrisMannixSI on @1280sports: "I really believe that Dante Exum could end up being the best player from this draft class."
— Spencer Checketts (@1280Spence) July 14, 2014

Only so much can be determined after a few games of watching him play, but he has certainly drawn respect from his critics. His ceiling has been compared to the likes of Kobe Bryant and Penny Hardaway. He certainly has the potential to reach that caliber of play, but it will take time and hard work. He’ll have his mistakes as a rookie, and has already had a few in the Summer League. He needs to work on his shot, and his overall stamina. I don’t believe this will be a problem though because he has a great work ethic, and a determination that’s hard to find in this league.

I think he’s a great fit for the Utah Jazz, and I believe his game will continue to translate well into the NBA. He’s projected to play along-side Trey Burke at the shooting guard position, but it’s still a mystery as to where his involvement will be under the new Jazz head coach Quin Snyder. I think this line-up could work, but there is a one Alec Burks who is more ready to play right now along-side Burke for the Jazz. Right now I expect Exum to come off the bench early this season for either guard, and I think it will be a good opportunity for him to grow. The Jazz bench he’s surrounded with won’t be stellar by any means this year, but it will sure be exciting to see him play with the young talent that the Utah Jazz have acquired in Rodney Hood and Rudy Gobert. 

Ultimately I believe that he will take over at the point guard position. Once he starts to really grow I won’t be one bit surprised when the reigns of this very young team are handed over to Exum. Whether he plays alongside Burke or Burks, he’ll be the starting point guard. If there’s anything I’ve learned about him it’s this: His play, is a point guard play. He’s a leader on the floor. He manages the game very well. He has the ability to take over the game at any moment, and he’s more concerned about giving his team the best opportunity to score rather than taking the credit for himself.

The Utah Jazz could be a very scary team to play in a few years if all cylinders click at the right time, and Dante Exum will need to be the driving force behind it all. I believe he can make Gordon Hayward live up to his max contract. I think he can help Derrick Favors become a great big in this league. His defense along-side this young core will create tough match-ups for other NBA teams to deal with. The Jazz have been missing a point guard who can add more potential to his teammates, and Exum is the guy who can fill that void. I think Utah Jazz fans can look forward to his development into a potential NBA all-star, and I believe he will be the face of the Utah franchise. With his young Aussie charm and humility, it’s hard to not to like him and what he will bring to the table. 

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 4: Aaron Gordon, Orlando Magic

Aaron Gordon, the 4th pick in the 2014 NBA Draft, is an excellent player that has wonderful athletic talent. His super-human leaping ability makes him comparable to Blake Griffin, but after just one year at Arizona Aaron Gordon has more potential than Blake Griffin did after his first year.

Aaron Gordon has a lot of heart and plays with a lot of passion. Gordon is only 18 years old and doesn't turn 19 until a month before the season starts. Despite his youth he is very mature for his age and is a leader on and off the court. He has a passion for the game that coaches want in every locker room.

Gordon is comparable to Blake Griffin, as they have a very similar body structure. Coming into the league, Blake Griffin, stood at 6 feet 8 inches with a wingspan of 6 feet 11 inches and a reach of 8 feet 9 inches. Gordon has exactly the same dimensions. The reasons I believe Gordon has more potential are because of his leaping ability and muscle mass. When Blake Griffin was coming into the NBA everyone was drooling over his superior leaping abilities. Gordon actually is a better jumper coming out of college than Griffin was with a max vertical of 39 inches, whereas Griffin's was 35 inches.

Another aspect of Gordon's game that has the Orlando Magic excited is his defensive ability. With Gordon's athletic talent he is able to close out, block shots, and defend players in the post. The Magic's defense ranked 13th in the NBA with their opponents shooting about 45.6% per game. This is a decent stat but Aaron Gordon's Wildcats were ranked 4th in the NCAA allowing their opponents to only shoot 38% per game. Aaron Gordon will be able to help the front court of Orlando with his athletic talents.

Probably the best part of Aaron Gordon's game is his ability to get up and down the court in the transition game. Here is an example of Gordon running the floor at Arizona.

Imagine a line up of Victor Oladipo, Elfrid Payton, and Tobias Harris running the floor with him. With all this talent and ability on this Magic roster we are going to see some great buckets scored in transition. 

Although Aaron Gordon has tremendous upside he still needs to improve his game if he wants to become an elite player. He needs to develop a consistent jump shot and he really need to work on his free-throw shooting. NBA defenders are not going to give him easy buckets at the rim and if he is not consistent at the line he will see his minutes go down throughout the season. 

This pick by the Orlando Magic was a great one. It gives them a player that will compliment the players they already have on their roster. Aaron Gordon and the rest of their young roster are going to make them contenders for the years to come. What do you think of Aaron Gordon? How do you think he will fare in the NBA? Here at SportsFansSpeak, David B, thinks he will be rookie of the year. Do you think he's right?

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 3: Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers

Joel Embiid, the 3^rd overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft, was a bit of a disappointment being that he was on the top of everyone’s board until the final week leading up to the draft. He is so talented that he WILL become the next Hakeem Olajuwon OR.. Sam Bowie if his injuries prove to be chronic.

I really think Philly did well with this pick. Pairing him with Nerlens Noel we might have a Twin Towers 2.0 ala Timmy Duncan and “The Admiral” David Robinson. Throw in Michael Carter Williams and you have a potential contender in years to come. At 7’0 and 240 he’s got the size to be a force in this league.

Joel Embiid’s biggest strength is that he can score as a big man. He has excellent moves in the low post which is an area where a lot of NBA players struggle defending. I am confident he would have averaged close to 20 points a game if it weren’t for his teammate Andrew Wiggins who went #1 overall. Assuming he comes back to full strength and these injuries were flukes, he will average 20 and 10 for years to come. His field goal percentage was off the charts considering how many touches he got a game. He shot 63% from the field on about 11 shots per game. This will be a big boost for the 76ers as they shot 29th in the league around the basket shooting a terrible 54.9%. His potential is outstanding considering how young and athletic he is.

More strengths are his shot-blocking and rebounding. He reminds me a bit of Anthony Davis in his physique and how he plays the game. If Embiid would have gotten the minutes that Anthony Davis played for Kentucky then their numbers would have been on par for total rebounds and blocks per game. I really think he will be an immediate star in this league depending on his health.

He does have weaknesses and I feel the main one is his experience. He started playing at the age of 15 and I don’t feel like he has had enough experience playing basketball like other players in the draft. At Kansas there were some games where he struggled making the best decision for his team. His basketball IQ will come with more experience. Give him the right coach and you have a potential Hall of Famer. Another is quite obvious—his health. If he can’t stay healthy he will become the next Greg Oden. If he can work through these injuries he will be a star. He’ll put on good muscle weight and become great like other players so don’t worry about him being a little lanky right now, with NBA trainers and coaches he will be able to develop his game and his body to fit and succeed in the NBA.

Overall he is a great fit for almost any team right now. He brings size, athleticism, and a presence down low into the league. He has the potential to be great but only time will tell if he can stay healthy. The Philadelphia 76ers are doing an excellent job rebuilding by finding young talented players that want to win. If Embiid wouldn't have his health problems would you have picked him with the 1st pick? Let us know what you want us to talk about next!

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 2: Jabari Parker, Milwaukee Bucks

Jabari Parker was the 2nd overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft out of Duke University.  He was widely considered to be the 1st overall pick. His style is not common in the league, he is 6 feet 8 inches but scores like a shooting guard. He is easily comparable to Carmelo Anthony and Paul Pierce but quicker.

Not only does he bring his athletic talents, he also brings character to a franchise looking for an identity. With the Bucks current roster they are not looking for an immediate impact but a long term leader that will shape their franchise into a potential dynasty.

Parker's biggest strength is his offensive game. He's not a one dimensional offensive player, he can take it inside, shoot from deep, set picks, and has excellent court vision. He has a knack for the offensive game and he doesn't shy from the ball in high pressure situations. This is the reason the Bucks chose Parker with the 2nd overall pick, last season the Bucks were 28th in points scored per game shooting an abysmal 43.8% which ranked 26th in the league. Parker at Duke scored 19 points a game shooting at 47%, coming into the NBA his shooting percentages are slightly better than Carmelo and about on par with Kevin Durant when they entered the league.

Another one of his positives is his outstanding rebounding ability. He is very long, he has a wingspan of almost 7 feet and a standing reach of 8 feet 8 inches. At Duke he averaged 8.8 rebounds per game, the Bucks were 23rd in total rebounds averaging 41 rebounds a game. Even if Parker only averages 5 rebounds a game it puts the Bucks towards the top of the league in rebounds.  With a front-court of Parker, Antetokounmpo, and Larry Sanders there is a lot of height and some great rebounders for the Bucks.

Although Parker has many strengths there are some flaws to his game defensively. He struggles to defend quicker forwards but he is an average defender in the post. He makes up for his lack of defensive ability with his rebounding. His basketball knowledge also helps him defensively read the passing lanes and come up with a few steals a game. The only other knock on him is his weight, there have been some speculations that he gained weight over the offseason but time will tell once he suits up.

This is a great pick for the Bucks, it gives them an offensive threat which they have been struggling to find the past few seasons. I think it will take Parker a few seasons to become an all-star player because he will need to carry this Bucks team until they can get better role players around him. This is probably the most exciting player for the Bucks since Andrew Bogut. What kind of impact will he make on the league this year? If your favorite had the number 1 pick, would you take Wiggins or Parker?

NBA Draft 2014 Pick 1: Andrew Wiggins, Cleveland Cavaliers

Andrew Wiggins was the 1st overall pick by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2014 NBA Draft. Here at SportsFansSpeak we decided to give a rundown on Andrew Wiggins and what impact he will have on the Cavaliers. 

Wiggins is a very raw player, he has lots of talent but, he is still developing. His main asset is he is by far the most athletically gifted player in this year's draft. Standing at 6 feet 8 inches he can play both the SG and the SF positions. With his size and quickness he will be a real problem for other NBA teams. As shown below he excels in transition. This is great for the Cavs as they were 3rd in the NBA in miles ran per game. The Cavs love to push the ball and with a back court of Kyrie Irving, Andrew Wiggins, and Dion Waiters you can expect some points to be put on the board. 

Another of Wiggins' strengths is his defense. With a wingspan of 6 feet 11 inches and a reach of 8 feet 11 inches, Wiggins can cause a lot of havoc on the defensive end. His quickness and reach allows him to stay in front of smaller guards, block shots, and most importantly with the three-point shot becoming so common in the NBA, closing out on shooters. His lack of bulk will make it a problem if he gets played at the SF position. Although he has enough length and quickness to bother most Small Forwards on the wing he will struggle to defend them in the post. 

While Wiggins has an excellent transition game, his outside shooting needs some work. Wiggins shot an average of 34% on three-point shots, whereas the second pick, Jabari Parker, shot 51% from three. With the NBA three being farther back, Wiggins, will struggle unless he works on that aspect of his game. Wiggins has an incredible first step but watching him play at Kansas he seems a little timid to use it. During a lot of his games at Kansas Wiggins just drifts around the three point line looking unsure of what to do. David Blatt, head coach of the Cavs, should be able to get Wiggins moving around with his Princeton offense. 

One are Wiggins struggled with during his days with Kansas was his passing. Per 40 minutes Wiggins only averaged 1.9 assists per game. This is something the Cavs need to get better at as they were 21st in the league with 21.2 assists per game. Wiggins also struggle with his turnovers averaging 2.8 per 40 minutes. The Cavs also struggled with turnovers averaging 14.2 a game at 21st in the league. 

Overall I think Wiggins is an excellent player with incredible potential. I think he was a great pick by the Cavs and I think David Blatt will help Wiggins become an elite player with his coaching. I believe it will take Wiggins a few years to become an all-star caliber player unless he starts working on his outside shooting early and bulks up soon. Tell us what you think. Was Wiggens the right choice for the Cavs as the first overall pick? What will he amount to in the NBA? What do you want us to talk about next? Let us know in the comments below.