Wigginton declaring for NBA Draft, not hiring agent

[brokenloginagain]

Just because Lindell puts up big numbers for us doesn't mean he's an nba draft pick. He's a great college player and a super athlete, but he's really small.

Its not like he needs feeback from the nba to improve his ball handling/PG skills, that's pretty obvious.

 

[BryceC]

I do think it is a bit concerning the news came from his dad and not Lindell or ISU/Prohm. Maybe I am reading too much into that but it seems that sometimes happens when one party is pushing a kid in a direction and the staff may be giving him different advice. I would assume he comes back but it really depends on what he wants. Some people don't mind taking the chance of being drafted in the second round and trying to get on a team. Fingers crossed he comes back though.

 

[Clonefan32]

Just because Lindell puts up big numbers for us doesn't mean he's an nba draft pick. He's a great college player and a super athlete, but he's really small.

Its not like he needs feeback from the nba to improve his ball handling/PG skills, that's pretty obvious.

He isn't really small. He is listed at 6'2". That's the same height a lottery picks Trey Young and Collin Sexton. It's also the same height as other likely selected PGs Trevon Duval, Jalen Brunson, Devonte Graham and Jevon Carter, and taller than Aaron Holiday and Joel Berry.

In terms of PGs in the league, Kyrie goes at 6'3", Steph goes at 6' 3", CP3 goes at 6' 0", Mike Conley goes 6' 1", Kyle Lowrey goes 6' 0", Damien Lillard goes 6'3". Not saying he's as good as any of these guys, but at 6' 2" I don't think you can say he's too small.

 

[MartinCy]

He isn't really small. He is listed at 6'2". That's the same height a lottery picks Trey Young and Collin Sexton. It's also the same height as other likely selected PGs Trevon Duval, Jalen Brunson, Devonte Graham and Jevon Carter, and taller than Aaron Holiday and Joel Berry.

In terms of PGs in the league, Kyrie goes at 6'3", Steph goes at 6' 3", CP3 goes at 6' 0", Mike Conley goes 6' 1", Kyle Lowrey goes 6' 0", Damien Lillard goes 6'3". Not saying he's as good as any of these guys, but at 6' 2" I don't think you can say he's too small.

I think he might be trying to make the point that his size will hold him back from being a one and done. I don't believe he means Lindell is too small to ever play in the league. A lot of the point guards on that list in paragraph 1 are for sure second round picks max after putting in 3 or 4 years in college. Lindell isn't going to leave to maybe be a second round pick after year 1.

Of the ones that are 1 and dones, Sexton and Duval have incredible length (6'7" and 6'9" wingspans) and maybe even more explosive athleticism to go with their similar or taller stature to Lindell. Trae Young is just a unique talent. He doesn't have the physical tools that blow you away, but makes up for it with a terrific handle and elite shooting ability (this thread will surely be derailed by me throwing Trae Young some compliments ).

 

[AuH2O]

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He isn't really small. He is listed at 6'2". That's the same height a lottery picks Trey Young and Collin Sexton. It's also the same height as other likely selected PGs Trevon Duval, Jalen Brunson, Devonte Graham and Jevon Carter, and taller than Aaron Holiday and Joel Berry.

In terms of PGs in the league, Kyrie goes at 6'3", Steph goes at 6' 3", CP3 goes at 6' 0", Mike Conley goes 6' 1", Kyle Lowrey goes 6' 0", Damien Lillard goes 6'3". Not saying he's as good as any of these guys, but at 6' 2" I don't think you can say he's too small.

I think the point is based on his size he has to be a PG at the next level. His size and strength compare well to NBA PGs. His handles, vision and passing dont stack up to the other potential PGs in the class at all. Right now he's a great college 2 that can shoot and attack the rim. I think he has a long way to go, but I think he makes a huge jump next year and gets himself into the first round in the 2019 draft.

 

[brokenloginagain]

I'm going to assume Lindell doesn't leave early unless he's a 1st rd pick.

The only way he's a 1st rd pick next year is if he turns into a stud PG.

If he's a stud PG for us next year, we are going to be very, very, very good.

 

[KKramer]

He's probably got one of the highest verts of all the possible guards testing the draft waters. Above average strength. His quickness and speed are pretty average for a combo guard I would say.

Ball handling/decision making are good but certainly not something that separates him from the rest of the class. Monte excelled at these and in my opinion was the primary reason he was drafted.

His shooting, statistically, is just okay. Shot 40.1% from three, 41.4% from 2 and 66% from the line. The three point percentage is above average, but 41.4% from 2 is a bit concerning (I would attest this to shooting a lot of mid-range shots vs. attacking the basket), and his FT% is average for a guard.

Defensively I thought he was solid this past year. I think he can guard a few different positions with his strength and athleticism, and is something he could hang his hat on for future NBA prospects.

Given what he can do athletically and the times where he completely took over certain portions of games this year, he could get a late second round grade, but as a lot of you have said I would think he's encouraged to improve his shooting, FT% and his quickness in college for another year. If he does those things, sky's the limit.

 

[isuno1fan]

He's probably got one of the highest verts of all the possible guards testing the draft waters. Above average strength. His quickness and speed are pretty average for a combo guard I would say.

Ball handling/decision making are good but certainly not something that separates him from the rest of the class. Monte excelled at these and in my opinion was the primary reason he was drafted.

His shooting, statistically, is just okay. Shot 40.1% from three, 41.4% from 2 and 66% from the line. The three point percentage is above average, but 41.4% from 2 is a bit concerning (I would attest this to shooting a lot of mid-range shots vs. attacking the basket), and his FT% is average for a guard.

Defensively I thought he was solid this past year. I think he can guard a few different positions with his strength and athleticism, and is something he could hang his hat on for future NBA prospects.

Given what he can do athletically and the times where he completely took over certain portions of games this year, he could get a late second round grade, but as a lot of you have said I would think he's encouraged to improve his shooting, FT% and his quickness in college for another year. If he does those things, sky's the limit.

Disagree completely that his ball handling and decision making are good. Freak athlete, elite college player, but not convinced he has a NBA future. I think he is Stinson part two with better athleticism.

 

[LLCoolCY]

For those who thought about reading into not having an official notification. I don't think there is any reason to worry.
Prohm is aware and I guess the University is waiting for the paperwork to be submitted before sending out the notification.

@TravisHines21 Iowa State’s Lindell Wigginton will declare for the NBA draft without an agent, Steve Prohm confirms. Paperwork yet to be submitted.

 

[ruxCYtable]

I want to feel positive about this. But, a lifetime of Cyclone fandom has taught me not to be. Mr. Overreaction, the demon on my shoulder, says he's probably already stopped going to class and won't be back.

 

[BoxsterCy]

For those who thought about reading into not having an official notification. I don't think there is any reason to worry.
Prohm is aware and I guess the University is waiting for the paperwork to be submitted before sending out the notification.

@TravisHines21 Iowa State’s Lindell Wigginton will declare for the NBA draft without an agent, Steve Prohm confirms. Paperwork yet to be submitted.

It ain't over till Randy weighs in and stupidly asks Lindell "So, is there anything to the fact that ISU HAS NOT issued a press release on your NBA test?"

 

[SCarolinaCy]

It would be dumb for him not to declare. It will give him valuable feedback on the things he needs to improve the most on.

Everything.

 

[KKramer]

I want to feel positive about this. But, a lifetime of Cyclone fandom has taught me not to be. Mr. Overreaction, the demon on my shoulder, says he's probably already stopped going to class and won't be back.

If he quit going to class he would have hired an agent.

 

[iowastatefan1929]

the dreams of a final 4 are over
whar hoiberg

 

[cjclone]

Lindell is a smart kid and can really use the experience to his advantage. He is a tremendous athlete, but then everyone in the NBA is a tremendous athlete. He does put lots of tough shots that reflect on his decision making. NWB was looking more like a NBA point guard before his tendonitis set in. He did thinks so effortlessly with the flow of the game and had really good decision making. Lindell can learn a lot from him next year. NWB will have problems due to chronic injury like that.

 

[RotatingColumn]

Lindell knows he has a legitimate shot at being a 1st rounder. He's not going to throw that away by going into the draft this year.

 

[Knownothing]

Good idea for Wigginton to do. However, I think he will leave after next year but I seriously don't see him being a very good pro in the NBA. To short for what he does. I could be very wrong though.

 

[VeloClone]

Good idea for Wigginton to do. However, I think he will leave after next year but I seriously don't see him being a very good pro in the NBA. To short for what he does. I could be very wrong though.

Good grief, he is a freshman. He has plenty of time to augment "what he does." Let's at least wait until he has played more than one season of college ball before we pigeon hole him.

 

[srjclone]

Good idea for Wigginton to do. However, I think he will leave after next year but I seriously don't see him being a very good pro in the NBA. To short for what he does. I could be very wrong though.

yes, you could be.

As for the bold, what is it he does that he is too small for? Being a scoring guard? His athleticism is top-tier for his size, and he has a uncanny knack for finishing around the rim/through contact. I'll ask you this, do you think of Russell Westbrook as 6'3"? I doubt it because of the way he plays.

I think a great comparison for Lindell and "what he does" is Donovan Mitchell. 6'2.6", nba-build, and amazing athleticism. Lindell has a lot to work on, but to claim right now that he will not be a good pro is a bit odd.

 

[Knownothing]

yes, you could be.

As for the bold, what is it he does that he is too small for? Being a scoring guard? His athleticism is top-tier for his size, and he has a uncanny knack for finishing around the rim/through contact. I'll ask you this, do you think of Russell Westbrook as 6'3"? I doubt it because of the way he plays.

I think a great comparison for Lindell and "what he does" is Donovan Mitchell. 6'3", nba-build, and amazing athleticism. Lindell has a lot to work on, but to claim right now that he will not be a good pro is a bit odd.

Westbrook is not playing the same position as Lindell. I hope I am wrong. I hope he is all pro some day. I am not slamming him. Just saying what he does and his height makes NBA teams pass. He is not the same player as Curtis but Curtis Height killed him in the NBA.