No reason for Biggie to leave if he is a 2nd round pick

[Rose Bowl Boilers]

I'm sure there are some cases of this out there, but why would someone leave 2 years early to be drafted as a 2nd rounder and possibly be out of a job in a year or two? You might as well stay and get your free education until you are sure you will be drafted in the 1st round or run out of eligibility and get a guaranteed contract.

 

[*4purdue*]

I'm sure there are some cases of this out there, but why would someone leave 2 years early to be drafted as a 2nd rounder and possibly be out of a job in a year or two? You might as well stay and get your free education until you are sure you will be drafted in the 1st round or run out of eligibility and get a guaranteed contract.

You wouldn't, which is why he's coming back.

 

[DrEss]

Unless, he is being told he would more than likely not be a #1 round pick in next year's draft either. In that case, he may take his chances in this year's draft and if he doesn't make a roster, go play overseas for whatever $$ he can make now.

 

[Rose Bowl Boilers]

You can make money overseas anytime, no need to go now. They don't care how old you are. Get your degree.

 

[Dryfly88]

You can make money overseas anytime, no need to go now. They don't care how old you are. Get your degree.

He can get his degree anyway, the two things aren't mutually exclusive.

 

[Wolegib]

Big Dog and many other basketball players got their degree after they went into the NBA, so getting a degree would not be Biggie's priority reason for returning. You can also take a majority of classes online, so there is really no compelling reason to stay on campus.

A point was made above, In the eyes of NBA scouts, unless Biggie dramatically improves his speed and whatever other weaknesses NBA scouts see in his game, he may always be considered as a second round pick. We've all seen the mock draft lists. and we don't understand why biggie is not slotted higher. But those same reasons that pushed Biggie into the second round this year will still be there next year.

and It really doesn't matter what type of success or stats Biggie produces next year. Look at where Kansas' player of the year is ranked verses their all skilled freshman. It's hard to believe one is targeted to be the 3rd player picked and the other will be lucky to be drafted at all. That's sad and unbelievable, but that's reality. Being player of the year is no guarantee to being a first round pick. Biggie could average 20/12 and still be considered as a second round pick. And how many shoe deals is this year's player of the year receiving?

Biggie is not fast, and his perimeter defense is suspect, and he's not a great shot blocker. he can shoot the three, but that's not really his game. Are we going to see Biggie shooting a lot more threes next year at Purdue? if he does, his rebounding will decrease. Many people who watch biggie may be reminded of Tractor Traylor. Traylor played mostly C in college. He couldn't handle the switch to playing PF in the NBA. but he still lasted 8-10 years.

It might be in Biggie's best interest to accept being a second round pick if the team offers guaranteed money. because in all likelihood, he could be a second round pick next year, and he would have forfeited $1-2 million by staying at Purdue one season too many. I believe his best option is to accept being a second round pick, and then go out and prove he belongs. The Bucks' Brogdon was a second round pick last year, and made his way into their starting line-up and is in contention for rookie of the year honors. Purdue's Brad Miller went undrafted, and proved he belonged in the NBA.

I also didn't realize that part of the Naismith player of the year award was fan voting. Biggie could have a tremendous year, but some flashy well liked player from Duke or UK may steal his award because of fan voting.

That's why I say it's in Biggie's best interest to turn pro now and then prove he belongs.

 

[pboiler18]

He's likely an early 2nd round pick this year.

If he stays and produces similar or better than last year he's easily a first round pick because the draft is perceived to be pretty weak.

I was 95% sure he was gone but I'd lower that to 60% now. He's gunna get drafted. 2nd round seems to be more about fit than draft position/best player so this might be his chance to go to a team he wants to and wants him vs next year where he might get slotted in the "best available" line...or the first round.

 

[Wolegib]

He's likely an early 2nd round pick this year.

If he stays and produces similar or better than last year he's easily a first round pick because the draft is perceived to be pretty weak.

I was 95% sure he was gone but I'd lower that to 60% now. He's gunna get drafted. 2nd round seems to be more about fit than draft position/best player so this might be his chance to go to a team he wants to and wants him vs next year where he might get slotted in the "best available" line...or the first round.

I would agree with that philosophy. A lot of teams make reaches in the first round on what they perceive is potential talent. no way should thon maker have been a first round pick. But teams thought he could be the next Giannis. The same case could be made for Kansas' Jackson. he's being drafted on potential rather than performance. the same for all those UK and Duke guys in the draft.

Many say next year's draft will be weak. However, all those UK guys will still be first round picks no matter what they do next year. And surely Biggie will have better production than any of the Kentucky players, but they will still be drafted ahead of him.

as I look at the second round, a lot more teams draft on actual need over talent. a very talented player could slip if the need is not there. and that has benefits. Brogdon went to the bucks and they needed his talents. I actually thought Hammons being drafted by the mavs was a good match. if biggie is drafted by somebody in the second round, it will be because they see a match, and he'll have a chance to play.

 

[asby]

Big Dog and many other basketball players got their degree after they went into the NBA, so getting a degree would not be Biggie's priority reason for returning. You can also take a majority of classes online, so there is really no compelling reason to stay on campus.

A point was made above, In the eyes of NBA scouts, unless Biggie dramatically improves his speed and whatever other weaknesses NBA scouts see in his game, he may always be considered as a second round pick. We've all seen the mock draft lists. and we don't understand why biggie is not slotted higher. But those same reasons that pushed Biggie into the second round this year will still be there next year.

and It really doesn't matter what type of success or stats Biggie produces next year. Look at where Kansas' player of the year is ranked verses their all skilled freshman. It's hard to believe one is targeted to be the 3rd player picked and the other will be lucky to be drafted at all. That's sad and unbelievable, but that's reality. Being player of the year is no guarantee to being a first round pick. Biggie could average 20/12 and still be considered as a second round pick. And how many shoe deals is this year's player of the year receiving?

Biggie is not fast, and his perimeter defense is suspect, and he's not a great shot blocker. he can shoot the three, but that's not really his game. Are we going to see Biggie shooting a lot more threes next year at Purdue? if he does, his rebounding will decrease. Many people who watch biggie may be reminded of Tractor Traylor. Traylor played mostly C in college. He couldn't handle the switch to playing PF in the NBA. but he still lasted 8-10 years.

It might be in Biggie's best interest to accept being a second round pick if the team offers guaranteed money. because in all likelihood, he could be a second round pick next year, and he would have forfeited $1-2 million by staying at Purdue one season too many. I believe his best option is to accept being a second round pick, and then go out and prove he belongs. The Bucks' Brogdon was a second round pick last year, and made his way into their starting line-up and is in contention for rookie of the year honors. Purdue's Brad Miller went undrafted, and proved he belonged in the NBA.

I also didn't realize that part of the Naismith player of the year award was fan voting. Biggie could have a tremendous year, but some flashy well liked player from Duke or UK may steal his award because of fan voting.

That's why I say it's in Biggie's best interest to turn pro now and then prove he belongs.

Well said.....It just comes down to the direction the NBA is moving...Other than the first few picks it all comes down to potential. I don't think Biggie will ever be a stretch 4 and can he really guard the other teams stretch 4? He isn't big enough to be banging in the paint with NBA centers.. I think he measured 6'7.5" at the combine.. The way the NBA is going with the spread the floor style, Biggie is gonna be on the perimeter a lot... 10 years ago he probably would of been a top 10 pick.. And in this day and age.. I doubt Tractor would have lasted 8 years in the league.

 

[FearTheTrain]

I think we are making too much of first round vs. second round here. If you have talent, you will stick around. Just look at where Smooge and JJ started and where they are now.

 

[Boileratthebeach]

I think we are making too much of first round vs. second round here. If you have talent, you will stick around. Just look at where Smooge and JJ started and where they are now.

I wouldn't really use JJ as an example. He was drafted 27th but never really caught on in the league. He's now been playing overseas in Italy for the past several years. Don't think Biggie wants to go that route.