Bender is a project. There is no doubt about that. He's the youngest player in the draft. Too skinny. Raw. But he has certain characteristics that are hard to ignore. Drafting him Bender is not a "win now" move. But that doesn't mean it might not be the right move down the road. This is where the international scouting comes into play. I am fine with taking Bender if that is what they decide if they truly believe that kid could be very very good one day. The other options like Hield or Murray etc to don't project to be star type players IMO.
i agree with some of your pts.
And I agree with some others, that Bender could essentially turn out to be KO part 2 but longer and a little quicker. Even with added strength just the way Bender is (more perimeter and less likely to battle in the post) his rebounding numbers likely won't be exceptional. Maybe 7 or 8 per game.
I think the Celts really need to add some players that can rebound bc it was one of our weakest area last season. And in this draft there are lots of "potential" good rebounders down the line than top level right now. Minus Domantas Sabonis. His rebounding will absolutely translate at the NBA level
If Danny grabs Bender and Sabonis , I'm ok with this. And you can add decent looking SG or SF prospects later in the draft. As their are many this season. Many that can defend, shoot the ball. For example Hart, Blossomgame, Ellis, gbinije, Richardson, Brogdon, Beasley, MCcaw, the list is long
