Looks like Duval didn’t get drafted.. I’m sure he will get picked up by a team though and play in the G-League next year and make his way to the NBA like Quinn did.
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I just wonder if there was anyone in Duval’s ear to tell him he needed to return?
That kind of makes sense because I’ve heard people say that it can be better to go undrafted than to get drafted in the second round because like you said it allows players to try to sign with any team that they want to as a free agent.It is possible that when they got late in the draft, his agent requested that teams not select him.
Kind of like the NFL, once you realize you are going to be a long shot based on your draft status, it is not uncommon to prefer to be a FA so that you can best position yourself by signing with a team that fits your style.
IMO, hindsight is 20/20 in saying “anyone could see Duval wouldn’t be drafted.” In the past 5 seasons you can find quite a few point guards who cannot shoot, and were still drafted. Whether we think he’s a good basketball player or not, there’s precedent for a player like him in the league.
It’s just a shame, this is one reason why most college coaches tell their OAD candidates when they come in to at least unpack your bags, because nothing is guaranteed. He’d better get to a shooting coach and quick, because if he wasn’t drafted in a PG’s draft, the odds of him pulling a Quinn with a broken shot are slim.
Agreed, as long as he doesn't cause any chemistry issues.Great pick up by the Celtics getting Robert Williams with the 27th pick,great rebounding defensive presence,a steal at 27
Duval made a mistake going to Duke where he was recruited over, then compounded it by entering the draft instead of transferring.
IMO, hindsight is 20/20 in saying “anyone could see Duval wouldn’t be drafted.” In the past 5 seasons you can find quite a few point guards who cannot shoot, and were still drafted. Whether we think he’s a good basketball player or not, there’s precedent for a player like him in the league.
It’s just a shame, this is one reason why most college coaches tell their OAD candidates when they come in to at least unpack your bags, because nothing is guaranteed. He’d better get to a shooting coach and quick, because if he wasn’t drafted in a PG’s draft, the odds of him pulling a Quinn with a broken shot are slim.
I think Sgrooms was right too that maybe his vision problems hurt him. I also think he was really affected in the style of play he had to fit in while here at Duke.But the thing is people on this board said he wouldn’t be drafted. He had some real bad info or hated duke. Someone called him William Avery 2.0 but at least Avery got that money
I'm always going to feel bad for a 19 year-old who makes a poor, potentially life-altering decision.Unless a family member is ill, I will never feel bad for a kid who declares way too early for the draft and doesn’t get selected. I think it’s laughabke. He made his bed. Duval had no business being in the draft this year.
I'm always going to feel bad for a 19 year-old who makes a poor, potentially life-altering decision.
This. Even if ignoring the fact that Duval gave it his all for the program, never complained about his role once, and truly cared about winning; how could you not feel bad in the slightest about a 19 year old that’s been waiting his whole life for this moment only for it to not work out? Regardless if you agree with his decision or not to declare, he was still a great addition to the program and we should be supporting him.Exactly. I don't agree with his decision. I'm sure I wouldn't agree with a lot of decisions people on this board have made in life. That doesn't mean I won't feel sorry for you if something bad happened as a result of those decisions. In general, I root for people to succeed in life. Especially when they played at Duke.
Shouldn't be an issue there,his biggest contributions will be on the defensive end.Agreed, as long as he doesn't cause any chemistry issues.
Shouldn't be an issue there,his biggest contributions will be on the defensive end.
Im a little surprised he did not get drafted but yeah, he should have stayed one more year at least, IMO. He will improve in the D League I suppose.
I knew he was supposed to be a lottery pick but wasn't aware why he fell so low,so i hope he has or will address his off court issues,if he can he's a great additionYeah, I was more referring to his work ethic and off-court issues. They were hinting at them before the pick last night. If not for those issues, he was a top 10 pick. I think he was suspended from Texas A&M for a couple games at one point. I do think the Celtics will be a great fit for him. Hopefully they can keep him focused.
You mean Charlotte didn’t take pinson or berry?
Congrats to Marvin, Wendell and Grayson on going in the first round. I was really hoping the Wolves would go Grayson....oh well.
I still like Trent’s game for the NBA. He’s a really good shooter with the physical attributes to be a defender in the League.
I do feel bad for Trevon. It had to be a disappointing night for him. His problem is not just that he’s a below-average shooter....he’s a really poor shooter.
He won't be taking and chemistry classes, so it should be fine.Agreed, as long as he doesn't cause any chemistry issues.
I doubt Wendell or MB3 play much at all. Grayson is going to be fun to watch for sure.Summer league will be fun to follow with all our guys.