G League Ignite guard/forward Dyson Daniels, who worked out for the Pacers on Friday, believes he’d be good fit alongside Tyrese Haliburton, writes James Boyd of The Indianapolis Star. Daniels is the sixth-best prospect on ESPN’s big board, and Indiana holds the No. 6 pick in the upcoming draft.
“For me, this offseason has been a big focus on my shooting, being able to knock down the shot so I can play off the ball,” Daniels said. “I’m confident in my shot now, so I feel like playing here with a guy like Tyrese, who’s a very good passer as well, I can play off the ball, cut to spots and knock down the shot. That’s something that’s come a long way in my game, and it’s definitely something I’ve worked on because every team usually has a primary ball-handler.”
Known as a well-rounded player who’s a solid rebounder, cutter and passer, Daniels is considered one of the best perimeter defenders in the draft and he said he hoped he showcased that during his workout.
“I think with my defense, you can see that on film and things like that, but coming here you play 1-on-1, you play 3-on-3, 2-on-2, so you can show that in the drills and stuff,” Daniels said, per Boyd. “Busting through screens, using your hands, getting deflections, things like that. … Showing that’s my main strength and showing that offensive stuff that I’ve worked on as well.”
Daniels has an upcoming workout with the Kings (No. 4), and previously worked out for the Pistons (No. 5) and Spurs (No. 9), as Boyd relays.
Here are a few more workout-related notes on some projected first-round picks:
- Kansas wing Ochai Agbaji, the 16th overall prospect on ESPN’s board, has upcoming workouts with the Knicks (No. 11) and Hawks (No. 16). He previously worked out for the Thunder (No. 12), Cavaliers (No. 14) and Bulls (No. 18), according to Josh Robbins of The Athletic (Twitter link).
- G League Ignite’s MarJon Beauchamp, another wing who ranks 23rd on ESPN’s board, has workouts scheduled with the Knicks, Pelicans (No. 8), Spurs (Nos. 9, 20 and 25), Hornets (Nos. 13 and 15) and Timberwolves (No. 19). He previously worked out for the Hawks, Bulls and Grizzlies (Nos. 22 and 29), tweets Robbins.
- Notre Dame guard Blake Wesley worked out for the Hawks on Friday, Boyd reports (via Twitter). Wesley, who is No. 27 on ESPN’s board, had a previous workout with the Nuggets (No. 21).
I wouldn’t be surprised if Agbaji falls in this draft. I could see him going in the 20-25 range.
This is one of the weakest drafts I’ve seen in a long time. The there’s not a single wing I would feel comfortable drafting in the top 10.
Not weak at all. It’s one of the deepest in recent history. Very good players available into 2nd rd.
This draft is garbage. STOP IT
In a normal draft, Agbaji would be a second round pick.
Dyson Daniels reminds me a lot of Tyrese Haliburton with his methodical and intelligent approach to the game. I see some Gordon Hayward in him as well.
Agbaji: Another possible Bulls role-player
Agbaji can come in and start next yr. He’s one of best 2way players in draft. He’s a 2 that can guard guards and wings. He’s got more gm than he’s shown. He’s a solid system guy. Who now needs to be more selfish. I’d be very happy with him.
Knicks best choice would be Mathurin. Have to trade up for him. Then I think they like Griffin. I hope they take a long look at TyTy. There’s a player there at #11 for us.
Griffin could be there ??
Duren might be there ??
TyTy should be there ….
Agbaji should be there ….
Knicks want Dyson, Sharpe, Davis to move up. This means Griffin or Duren can drop to us.
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I think this mock by avg out all mocks. Is close to legit. Although I don’t think Daniels falls to us. Dyson seems raw still. Has great size for his game. I’d have to think Thibs loves this kind of talent. If he’s there Knicks probably take him.
Kings, Blazers, Pelicans all could trade out or down. All are more focused on next yrs team. More a win now mentality.