A report suggests that the New York Knicks may not be the favorite of potential heirs to Derrick Rose in the upcoming NBA draft.
Before the 2021 NBA Draft on July 29, Treman had already attracted a lot of attention.
In recent weeks, the Knicks have been very helpful in placing Mann at number one. 21, but according to Kyle Boone of CBS SportsIn the latest mock draft, the former Florida Gators point guard may join the Brooklyn Nets with the 27th overall pick.
Prior to Boone’s report, Mann was predicted to be very suitable for the Knicks. His outstanding performance on the Gators has made NBA draft experts full of praise for his backcourt games.
Jeremy Woo of Sports Illustrated Earlier suggested that Mann might be a suitable Rose’s successor in New York.
“The Knicks have some extra flexibility when entering the draft,” Wu wrote. “After more or less crossing the threshold from reconstruction to competition, look forward to New York’s efforts in a successful year and continue to improve the roster. They will almost certainly use these picks to explore their options.”
“But in the long run, the Knicks clearly need a leading guard, and Emmanuel Quikley is functionally more suitable for the combination and Derrick Rose in the final stages of his career,” he added. “[Tre] Mann has real offensive ability and showed signs of explosion at the end of the season. His ball handling and pull-up movements are smooth and suitable for his position. “
Scott Gleason of USA Today I also saw that the 20-year-old player may take his A-level game to the Knicks after proving that he is an outstanding player for the Gators.
Gleason wrote: “Mann is the kind of point guard who can dribble and play off the ball, which may be very suitable for New York.” “He shot 40% from the three-point line in Florida and is used to it. This kind of physical fitness.”
Except for the Knicks, Earlier report It is suggested that the Golden State Warriors can also use Mann’s qualities if the Dubs team chooses him. 7 or 14.
Mann’s unique desire to guide people like Stephen Curry made him a substitute for the three-time NBA championship.
“I see Tre Young, Damian Lillard, Stephen Curry, Bradley Beal, Devin Booker and CJ McCollum. Players like this are very cunning and can create their own shooting opportunities; and I The same types of games are played,” Mann said Walker Net During his pre-draft training.
“I think I’m a flexible player, no matter if I shoot from deep or under the basket, I can reach my position and dribble to beat someone,” he added. “I think I did a good job.”
Kevin Durant #7 and James Harden #13 of the Brooklyn Nets play in the second half against the Los Angeles Clippers on February 2, 2021 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
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