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Lakers considered likely landing spot for Missi at 17
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June 16, 2024 2 Comments
17. Los Angeles Lakers Yves Missi 7-0 230 PF/C Baylor So.
Missi is somehow a stiff and an athlete at the same time. Missi impressed scouts this year with his high motor and intensity. He showed a willingness to compete and perform well in big games. He also showed the ability to use his length to impact both ends of the floor. And while there are certainly concerns related to his fluidity and coordination, he is an explosive athlete. He has some rim protection ability as well as some ball handling that scouts took note of as he was, at times, able to take slower bigs off the dribble and create baskets in isolation. Missi figures to find a spot somewhere in the second half of the first round.
Why the Lakers select Yves Missi: The Lakers are considered the likely landing spot for Missi at 17 with the Baylor big as their main target. They like his athleticism and potential as a rim protector, plus his surprising shooting from 3. He’s an upside play and while his basement has a lot of steps, the upside is undeniable.
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This seems like a stretch since there are several centers who would seem to be better fits like Holmes, Ware, or even Edey and maybe even Tyler Smith. Love Lakers to take a modern two-way center with the #17 pick. Need to hit on this like the Mavs did with Lively. Doesn’t need to start but needs to protect the rim, dominate the paint, and stretch the floor.