# ![@CanyonDriver Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::122234584.png) @CanyonDriver Mike Garcia

Mike Garcia posts on X about nba, level, in the, paint the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [---] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

**Social category influence**
[nba](/list/nba)  22.93% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations)  2.55% [finance](/list/finance)  2.55% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands)  1.91% [countries](/list/countries)  1.91% [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands)  1.27% [social networks](/list/social-networks)  0.64% [stocks](/list/stocks)  0.64% [ncaa basketball](/list/ncaa-basketball)  0.64% [fashion brands](/list/fashion-brands)  0.64%

**Social topic influence**
[nba](/topic/nba) 16.56%, [level](/topic/level) 7.01%, [in the](/topic/in-the) 7.01%, [paint](/topic/paint) 5.73%, [wilson](/topic/wilson) 3.82%, [espn](/topic/espn) 3.18%, [the first](/topic/the-first) 3.18%, [nba draft](/topic/nba-draft) 2.55%, [at least](/topic/at-least) 2.55%, [philosophy](/topic/philosophy) 2.55%

**Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by**
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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"@meera1577 Either him or Marcus Smart. Ugh"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019045085820891402)  2026-02-04T13:47Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Parent team do you need perimeter shooting The rim is still 10' between the G League and Crypto Arena. Kobe Bufkin started last game 6-6 from [--]. This game Hes 7-7 from [--] 🤯 #SBLakers Kobe Bufkin started last game 6-6 from [--]. This game Hes 7-7 from [--] 🤯 #SBLakers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019215950684516354)  2026-02-05T01:06Z [----] followers, 22.9K engagements


"@Cuteghost_0725 I am aware. I think LAL needs to make a trade to open up the room for the contract. The Clippers just got Garland and they're playing their rookies. Bufkin has a faster route to PT"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019218543703925143)  2026-02-05T01:16Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@peter_gibran Still counts against the cap"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019228608968159577)  2026-02-05T01:56Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@_MatthewPeralta Honestly I'm not bothered. Any trade needs to have consideration for cap space and more specially be an expiring contract. That narrows the pool drastically"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019428129421529293)  2026-02-05T15:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I don't understand the Bulls. These moves are worse than the Kings. But hey maybe Leonard Miller finally gets some PT"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019429568105574888)  2026-02-05T15:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Are you kidding The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Gabe Vincent and a [----] second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for Luke Kennard sources tell ESPN. The Los Angeles Lakers are trading Gabe Vincent and a [----] second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for Luke Kennard sources tell ESPN"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019444813918052634)  2026-02-05T16:15Z [----] followers, 12.2K engagements


"I got half of this right. Somebody upstairs stealing my notes. https://x.com/i/status/2018894031384936651 And here I am doing Kennard and Djurisic trades for Gabe and Knecht. https://x.com/i/status/2018894031384936651 And here I am doing Kennard and Djurisic trades for Gabe and Knecht"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019445017555706345)  2026-02-05T16:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Kennard works. Getting Bufkin added helps too. Parent team do you need perimeter shooting The rim is still 10' between the G League and Crypto Arena. Parent team do you need perimeter shooting The rim is still 10' between the G League and Crypto Arena"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019459054553219086)  2026-02-05T17:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Not keeping good young players from South Bay has hurt more. Not keeping Goodwin last year. Scottie Pippen Jr. Jay Huff. Now it's Timme and Bufkin. Not only are they missed opportunities but they're more mature by age and have proven GLeague development already. Thats where missing on both JHS and Knecht to this point has really hurt. Thats where missing on both JHS and Knecht to this point has really hurt"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019466513649180991)  2026-02-05T17:41Z [----] followers, 13.3K engagements


"@bennben99 Every year the South Bay Lakers get [--] to [--] three prospects that I tend to like. Usually one or two of them I think are NBA level rotation players. This goes beyond draft picks. These players are recruited into your culture and backyard"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019473545525342679)  2026-02-05T18:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The Grizzlies get a lot of former South Bay Lakers. This is the payback your [----] memphis grizzlies are so back. https://t.co/irstdEKoNJ your [----] memphis grizzlies are so back. https://t.co/irstdEKoNJ"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019487719949267288)  2026-02-05T19:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@meera1577 Honestly I just think they should run PnR with Giannis doing a short roll anyway. He can also get all of the transition points which I think is the most beneficial part next to the defense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019488009079685617)  2026-02-05T19:07Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Hayes is the best one here. Prince should have come off the bench. Em [----] aps chegar na WCF o Lakers contratou: - Gabe Vincent (MLE) - Taurean Prince (BAE) - Reddish Wood e Hayes (Vet Min) Principal contratao da temporada Gabe precisou de uma 2nd pra conseguirmos nos livrar dele. Desastre de contratao amigos. Que desastre. Em [----] aps chegar na WCF o Lakers contratou: - Gabe Vincent (MLE) - Taurean Prince (BAE) - Reddish Wood e Hayes (Vet Min) Principal contratao da temporada Gabe precisou de uma 2nd pra conseguirmos nos livrar dele. Desastre de contratao amigos. Que desastre"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019490793585799618)  2026-02-05T19:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Ralph_MasonJr That's how strong the draft class is"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019533289539924008)  2026-02-05T22:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Well deserved. The Sacramento Kings are signing rookie center Dylan Cardwell to a four-year deal agent Corey Marcum tells ESPN. The deal includes two fully guaranteed years. Cardwell has averaged [---] points [---] rebounds and [---] blocks in [--] minutes this season. The Sacramento Kings are signing rookie center Dylan Cardwell to a four-year deal agent Corey Marcum tells ESPN. The deal includes two fully guaranteed years. Cardwell has averaged [---] points [---] rebounds and [---] blocks in [--] minutes this season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019560242171019715)  2026-02-05T23:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Always awesome to get a S/O by Darius. "Lakers Trade Gabe for Kennard" Lakers made one trade: Gabe for sharpshooter Luke Kennard. The guys discuss this the team's approach to the trade deadline how Kennard fits other trades around the league & the Lakers' greater focus on this summer. 🎧: https://t.co/28hTYcn0eM https://t.co/FUI5ua8hkk "Lakers Trade Gabe for Kennard" Lakers made one trade: Gabe for sharpshooter Luke Kennard. The guys discuss this the team's approach to the trade deadline how Kennard fits other trades around the league & the Lakers' greater focus on this summer. 🎧:"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019562954275143709)  2026-02-06T00:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I just wish the Lakers included Dalton for Djurisic in the Gabe Vincent / Luke Kennard trade"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019562955562709032)  2026-02-06T00:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Really interesting discussion on the 15th roster spot. Last year it was easier to make the decision because Goodwin is more defensively inclined. It's not that way with Bufkin or Timme but I think both deserve it. "Austin Leads Comeback vs 76ers" Lakers got a nice comeback win against the 76ers but also saw Luka leave the game with an apparent hamstring issue. The guys discuss the win Austins big night the unknown of Lukas injury buyout options & MORE. 🎧: https://t.co/28hTYcn0eM https://t.co/DLbCtph9x3 "Austin Leads Comeback vs 76ers" Lakers got a nice comeback win against the 76ers but also"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019899947731345828)  2026-02-06T22:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Timme has already proven he can play since last year. If I were to make a decision I'd want both but Timme is the guy that allows LeBron to be that 4th ball handling PG and the Lakers already have proof of positive lineups with him on the floor"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019899951745232917)  2026-02-06T22:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Unfortunately it also feels like Kennard somewhat replaces what Bufkin would have produced in terms of 3pt shooting even if I believe in his defense and ability to attack more than Kennard"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019899954203095069)  2026-02-06T22:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Really rough to be a T1 prospect as a non dynamic offensive creator especially in this class. You basically have to be Kentucky Anthony Davis to be considered that tier of prospect. At what point do we start calling Caleb Wilson a T1 prospect in the [----] NBA Draft The play finishing tools motor + ancillary skills this is the makings of one of the strongest front-court profiles weve seen in years. https://t.co/GDbURotVHS At what point do we start calling Caleb Wilson a T1 prospect in the [----] NBA Draft The play finishing tools motor + ancillary skills this is the makings of one of the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019901815543021959)  2026-02-06T22:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Coach Pockets by miles. Actively put both Prince and Rui in their worst positions for the team to succeed. Rui was + as a starter. Prince was ++ off the bench. Now that its OVER Which was worse https://t.co/X6FiA3Vmwt Now that its OVER Which was worse https://t.co/X6FiA3Vmwt"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019964014017888305)  2026-02-07T02:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"NBA Draft Centers. Choose one or comment with a draft order of preference. Montiejus Krivas Henri Veesaar Reuben Chinyelu Chris Cenac Montiejus Krivas Henri Veesaar Reuben Chinyelu Chris Cenac"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020170074364211476)  2026-02-07T16:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@_OfficialProta Interesting. My current list is the complete inverse of that but I'm not done researching"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020172599465242661)  2026-02-07T16:27Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@AChad92 What is the source"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020181225022058698)  2026-02-07T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@StephenGHoops I have a higher threshold for guards turning to nab success. I think Flemings clears. I think Wagler has a place if he scales down even if the NBA body isn't there yet. You can't teach feel and touch and he has both. The 3rd guard is the question mark"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020234707817079296)  2026-02-07T20:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"I hate that I missed the first half of the Arizona v Ok St game but if that's another Krivas first half defensive masterpiece Arizona nearly doubled their score by halftime. Arizona [--] - Ok St 22"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020256931559223569)  2026-02-07T22:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@Fiizop Just be clear on a threshold that you think will work for a starting guard vs not"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020274123050741850)  2026-02-07T23:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"LETS GO The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year deal with a team option for the 2026-27 season sources tell ESPN. Bufkin has starred for L.A.'s South Bay affiliate and now rejoins the Lakers in his third NBA season to fill their 15th roster spot. https://t.co/Z1m3M4KvTM The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a two-year deal with a team option for the 2026-27 season sources tell ESPN. Bufkin has starred for L.A.'s South Bay affiliate and now rejoins the Lakers in his third NBA season to fill their 15th roster spot. https://t.co/Z1m3M4KvTM"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020367595724255734)  2026-02-08T05:22Z [----] followers, 10.2K engagements


"Surprise pick considering the Lakers traded for Kennard and I think he had a good debut"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020368681281417570)  2026-02-08T05:26Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Harley_Versace While true I still see the initiating spot as Luka then Reaves then LeBron as the 3rd initiator. Kennard can handle some secondary responsibility"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020373587799265354)  2026-02-08T05:46Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@connor_talk @wyachum I think they would as long as the new salary doesn't pass the first apron"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020373795576668330)  2026-02-08T05:47Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The biggest surprise for me about the Duke / UNC game was how Wilson struggled to create separation from Boozer Boozer forcing him to take a tough shots or settle and how Wilson capitalized on obvious mismatches without getting consistent touches on offense anyway. Caleb Wilson vs Duke THREAD 🧵 Wilson had an efficient [--] point game against Duke yesterday playing essentially the entire game. He had [--] turnovers in [--] minutes which is rather remarkable considering Wilson bears a heavy creation load for UNC let's look at some of the film https://t.co/wXM396Tvhi Caleb Wilson vs Duke THREAD 🧵"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020548580487155916)  2026-02-08T17:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Whew. Thank goodness for LeBron and Austin Reaves. I can't wait until they all play together for an extended stretch healthy. I think the era of ball dominant playmakers is coming to an end. True Helioball hasnt worked in basically any era of basketball High volume of touches Absolutely. But absolute playmaking responsibility No The closest weve seen is likely the Jokic Nuggets in [--] (1/10) https://t.co/tryXsnRKXM I think the era of ball dominant playmakers is coming to an end. True Helioball hasnt worked in basically any era of basketball High volume of touches Absolutely. But absolute"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020567967835054593)  2026-02-08T18:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@brosales12 Three years in the league and finally in his 4th year Mark Williams breaks [--] games played. LAL already struggles with health"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020608533201645935)  2026-02-08T21:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@damanr Maybe for Aston Martin"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020721598869709188)  2026-02-09T04:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@SylvSmoove @PDTScouting I wanted Mashack last draft if the Lakers kept the pick without moving up. Same defensive ability"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020967607961256286)  2026-02-09T21:06Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@Obolatcan24 Imagine benching the best ascending Laker player on a contract year. Rui at least had a chance. Austin more than proved himself. The Lakers are lucky he didn't leave considering his contract. I'd consider leaving"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020995426888057256)  2026-02-09T22:57Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@jeaniezk I'm just trying to find any kind of immediate impact [--] way player at any position"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2020996349538467936)  2026-02-09T23:00Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@JM4life25 @Obolatcan24 You do know that another team specially the Spurs could have made a large contract offer for Reaves last year and they just didn't right He's a FA this summer. He could just outright leave the Lakers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021008377200206169)  2026-02-09T23:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@Gchoc76 This is why I've been making draft lists for years. You don't need to know other teams big boards. You just cross off the names on a BPA list. The Charlotte Hornets draft being YT or televised a few years ago was very bad process too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021076662771933603)  2026-02-10T04:20Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@AlvinNelson07 @ThePettiestLA Make sure you're comfortable with the ADAS calibration on the Polestar"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021334276399345903)  2026-02-10T21:23Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@RajChipalu It better be a guy with motor because that's what Pascal and Gordon were known for out of college"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1927563067757654038)  2025-05-28T03:10Z [----] followers, 29.1K engagements


"I'm just waiting for AR to make a post on IG and tag Luka "That's how you do it." 😂"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1982657451779596511)  2025-10-27T03:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Just looking at the game tape Theiro looks like the best corner crash rebounder on the team by far"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1989915208283033912)  2025-11-16T04:35Z [----] followers, 29.5K engagements


"If everyone declares for the draft LAL should buy 2nd round picks. I'm not optimistic about the depth of the draft anymore because there's so much NIL salary. Otherwise the guy at the Lakers spot and [--] player ahead of the Lakers spot I have mid to late lottery. ITS MOCK DRAFT DAY YALL 🎉 The No Ceilings crew is back with their [----] NBA Mock Draft V.4 Hit the link to view the full two-round mock https://t.co/hQFCQlsIIf ITS MOCK DRAFT DAY YALL 🎉 The No Ceilings crew is back with their [----] NBA Mock Draft V.4 Hit the link to view the full two-round mock https://t.co/hQFCQlsIIf"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021657173617782902)  2026-02-11T18:46Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@BeansCool70490 Yes but I just wish he was a better lob threat or offensive threat in general"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021669910565597662)  2026-02-11T19:37Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@onballcreator @brooklynnets85 I don't even think freshman Jaylen Brown is in the same tier as freshman AJ as a prospect. It's at least two tiers apart. Reddish as a floor yet AJ has had zero indications of playing like Reddish at Duke and he never developed at the NBA level Nah"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021681800909906096)  2026-02-11T20:24Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"He doesn't contribute a lot in terms of passing rebounding or defense yet but this is exactly the kind of wing I hope falls in the draft. Alijah Arenas is a pro https://t.co/cUgPo16pju Alijah Arenas is a pro https://t.co/cUgPo16pju"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021766861973750259)  2026-02-12T02:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@mneff3710 I just watch how Illinois sets up the mismatches and how he does some sort of initial move whether it's a jab step to crossover the opposite direction or see the defender leaning hard against the screen and rejecting the screen. That seems to be A LOT of the paint touches"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021794023837774231)  2026-02-12T03:50Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@Sam_Vecenie It feels like this thought process was also done before years ago on here and the people that graduated to the NBA didn't follow it at all"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021796646397603943)  2026-02-12T04:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@mneff3710 I'm actually impressed with the relative level of shot making within short range considering his frame and athletic abilities. It's a reflection of actual touch when I expect far worse results"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021796987935633898)  2026-02-12T04:02Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Would have worked. Jordan Walsh [--] PTS [--] REB [--] STL [--] BLK 7/12 FG [--] TO 64.3% TS vs Bulls https://t.co/GV4sHu3ZjX Jordan Walsh [--] PTS [--] REB [--] STL [--] BLK 7/12 FG [--] TO 64.3% TS vs Bulls https://t.co/GV4sHu3ZjX"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2021798090865565954)  2026-02-12T04:06Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@HoopeFiasco @Rome_Beast Terrible GMing by Magic"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2022120967850668207)  2026-02-13T01:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Guys like him make NCAA basketball so much easier to watch than the total inconsistent motor of DA despite being so much more talented. Give me the guy that fights every possession and wins defensively on switches. Florida's Rueben Chinyelu's development has been special to watch in real time the junior big has now turned into one of the premier dominant centers in the nation and a legit NBA prospect Chinyelu is averaging [----] PPG [----] RPG on 61.8% in [----] MPG for the Gators in https://t.co/nmK5H7oG1p Florida's Rueben Chinyelu's development has been special to watch in real time the junior"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2019964404901769391)  2026-02-07T02:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@_OfficialProta He knows that pairing with Luka can set him up for life. Other 3pt shooters and lob threats should know the same. They just have to be able to defend"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2022437235996659883)  2026-02-13T22:26Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@EDemirNBA @onballcreator @OdjHoops @DraftPow And gets it right when he doesn't stick with consensus"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2005692795819024596)  2025-12-29T17:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I wish the Lakers could have that kind of defensive improvement. NET GAINS: The Brooklyn Nets are 7-3 in December after consecutive road wins over the Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves. Brooklyn boasts the NBAs top defense this month leading the league in both defensive rating and opponent scoring average. On offense Michael https://t.co/U1iPt3XKEJ NET GAINS: The Brooklyn Nets are 7-3 in December after consecutive road wins over the Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves. Brooklyn boasts the NBAs top defense this month leading the league in both defensive rating and"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2005712734021902546)  2025-12-29T18:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Jayjone80899221 Not with the demeanor of the team every 1st Q feeling so unserious"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2005716974782013663)  2025-12-29T19:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@thisisweaksauce @jeaniezk Clearly they do. Jordan Goodwin being the most recent "graduate.""  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2005865869067407603)  2025-12-30T04:57Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Had a killer season and still wanted Tatum at #2. Arguably one of the most entertaining CBB players in the last decade Lonzo Ball went OFF against Cincinnati in the Round of [--] in March Madness [--] PTS [--] AST [--] REB [--] STL Where do you rank him amongst the best UCLA Basketball players of all time 👀 https://t.co/kkR0AgZE8K Arguably one of the most entertaining CBB players in the last decade Lonzo Ball went OFF against Cincinnati in the Round of [--] in March Madness [--] PTS [--] AST [--] REB [--] STL Where do you rank him amongst the best UCLA Basketball players of all time 👀 https://t.co/kkR0AgZE8K"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006119201463755062)  2025-12-30T21:44Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@PAKA_FLOCKA I have mixed opinions about him"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006177999738315251)  2025-12-31T01:38Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"No idea what the Lakers are actually trying to accomplish on offense. The ball keeps stopping. Poor post entry/interior passing"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006211940234977596)  2025-12-31T03:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The whole point of Luka being in shape isn't just to become a better defensive player but to bully other teams and get downhill with roughly 15+ drives a game"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006224070342312327)  2025-12-31T04:41Z [----] followers, 11.9K engagements


"@Johnny_DFS I don't want to make an assumption but I think they all know there needs to be a change. But find a team willing to help the Lakers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006397273329336643)  2025-12-31T16:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@_MatthewPeralta It was so easy to see when on the first possessions DET was fighting through a screen and the Lakers basically gave up. After that it was a ton of the [--] pass offense and not getting the shots they wanted because no one got freed up limited paint touches"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006434235033465200)  2025-12-31T18:36Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@_OfficialProta Jalen Johnson that's my guy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006451932777558275)  2025-12-31T19:46Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@_OfficialProta To me it's an actual defensive anchor with at least [--] skill on offense. That's why I mentioned Lively. But frankly a lot of what the Lakers need isn't really available for trade. This is why I'm a draft guy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006474581343875309)  2025-12-31T21:16Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"37 made baskets in the paint is why I turned it off. I thought I watched half of them in the first [--] minutes"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006496979560575064)  2025-12-31T22:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"It felt therapeutic to listen to Darius and Pete talk about how the Lakers were able to compete despite giving up so many PITP through transition and early offense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006505519796859126)  2025-12-31T23:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Ofc it's the end of the pod that haunts me. Do the Lakers draft a competent player Or the athletic one Right now it seems I need to change this to competence. That means Tristan Da Silva even if DK had the background and better vertical athleticism"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006505521994723662)  2025-12-31T23:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"That means Maxime Raynaud or Jamir Watkins both players I've talked about quite a bit last year; over an ultra athlete at wing size like Theiro. Because the truth is unless LAL changes philosophy they don't keep/develop these guys enough to see the investment bearing fruit"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006505523936636968)  2025-12-31T23:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Instead they trade or let go because immediate impact is the priority. Well if that's the case there's a certain ceiling the Lakers hit every year because other teams keep their athletic defensive players at every position and those types are costly at every trade"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006505525924737290)  2025-12-31T23:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Gnasher1999 He's actually the Type of [--] that Coach Redick would love offensively because he's a triple threat [--] with range and touch"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006507398626943271)  2025-12-31T23:26Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@Gnasher1999 I mean he fell that far in the draft and wanted to call his own shot. The Lakers still acquired him. It's not like they totally lacked interest"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006513213194776657)  2025-12-31T23:50Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@Gnasher1999 @TrevorLane That's not great rational. It should be not a playable rotation player for a rotation player plus flexibility to add another possible rotation player. Draft position shouldn't mean anything"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006515370002362607)  2025-12-31T23:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@ajbrownfanclub @TheArmoTrader @TrevorLane Okay. Come up with a trade that works for both teams"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006519450821116256)  2026-01-01T00:14Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@aubreyfwood @_OfficialProta Herb Jones but it's more like if the injuries to the Lakers keep continuing I'd like them to use the pick in a trade for a player better than him"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006522802514657285)  2026-01-01T00:28Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@aironie1 @TrevorLane You know there are teams that'll find the expiring contract as a bigger asset than what DK provides right"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2006547088319066562)  2026-01-01T02:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@iggypop120 You know you're saying this when he doesn't have the spacing Rui provides when he's had [--] months of explosive 1st Q scoring right"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2007313436649353272)  2026-01-03T04:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"If LAL is serious not only do they have to find ways to link Luka LeBron and AR within the playbook but also find ways to touch the paint every possession. After Saturdays practice JJ Redick pointed out that the Lakers have been one of the worst teams in the league in paint touches this season but that was much better last night helping lead to a strong offensive showing in the W over Memphis. After Saturdays practice JJ Redick pointed out that the Lakers have been one of the worst teams in the league in paint touches this season but that was much better last night helping lead to a strong"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2007606268442357858)  2026-01-04T00:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Luka and AR have been playing heavy minutes and have already taken turns sitting out games with injury. There needs to be a balance of where LeBron picks up some of the slack in terms of attacking the paint while Luka and AR spot up or move off the ball"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2007606270111711694)  2026-01-04T00:13Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@Yinoma2001 I wouldn't draft any of those guys for LAL"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2007982970821546476)  2026-01-05T01:10Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"As I've mentioned before this team doesn't wait for projects and always wants immediate production so the guarantee of athletic ability is a trade off for more refined skill once we get into the late 1st into the mid 2nd"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2007989760560861491)  2026-01-05T01:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"If the Lakers really had a more proven training staff I'd consider more long term plays like Aday Mara. The other guys I do like in Cameron Carr Yaxel Lendeborg Neoklis Avdalas Braylon Mullins All probably go mid 1st to late lottery too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2007989762800664592)  2026-01-05T01:37Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I guess I'm driving a Honda Beat. If the last saved picture of a car in your gallery for [----] was your next car which one is it NB: exclude your current car. Im starting first👇 https://t.co/wFPTOjku95 If the last saved picture of a car in your gallery for [----] was your next car which one is it NB: exclude your current car. Im starting first👇 https://t.co/wFPTOjku95"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2008765857703268789)  2026-01-07T05:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@MT_Lazarus I trust the FTr to get there at the NBA level. If he's projected to be starting NBA PG and lead initiator I'd just place the emphasis on FTr/paint touches far more so than 3ptR. Someone that attacks at that level should raise 3ptR for the role players anyway"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2008986437400904100)  2026-01-07T19:37Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"There are players in the early to mid 2nd that I prefer over the player picked for LAL. FULL [----] NBA Mock Draft 👀 [--]. Hawks (via Pelicans): Cameron Boozer 🔥 [--]. Wizards: Caleb Wilson 🪄 [--]. Jazz: Koa Peat 🎶 [--]. Spurs (via Hawks): Thomas Haugh 😤 [--]. Celtics: Bennett Stirtz ☘ Read full list here: https://t.co/qMq5lS8wPN https://t.co/S0URIsDt48 FULL [----] NBA Mock Draft 👀 [--]. Hawks (via Pelicans): Cameron Boozer 🔥 [--]. Wizards: Caleb Wilson 🪄 [--]. Jazz: Koa Peat 🎶 [--]. Spurs (via Hawks): Thomas Haugh 😤 [--]. Celtics: Bennett Stirtz ☘ Read full list here: https://t.co/qMq5lS8wPN"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009051212076003723)  2026-01-07T23:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@TheLakersReview I disagree and his current trajectory isn't lining up with the growth that he had from JuCo to Div I. There was clear growth with Reaves. That's the difference"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009711273064477039)  2026-01-09T19:38Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I'm so glad Darius talked about how the Lakers get talked about with some level of doom and gloom yet the record reflects otherwise. "Rui's Return" Lakers hope to get both LeBron & Rui back. The guys discuss whether Rui should reclaim his starting spot how he helps on offense & the balance between enjoying the team while still wanting them to push to the next level to contend. 🎧: https://t.co/28hTYcmspe https://t.co/aHTy8KcQqo "Rui's Return" Lakers hope to get both LeBron & Rui back. The guys discuss whether Rui should reclaim his starting spot how he helps on offense & the balance between"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009745625416642977)  2026-01-09T21:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"It's also why I pay a lot of attention to college basketball and F1 racing. It's not always the most enjoyable experience following this team. But the people I do interact with and share the same joy really make it fun"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009749238008410190)  2026-01-09T22:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"But hey I remember the ESPN NBA message boards and several other Laker message boards and all the complaining and arguments sound the same to me"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009749840872517681)  2026-01-09T22:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Luka is at the end of his lowest 3pt FG% but the TS is still 60.6%. He's only had [--] other seasons above 60% TS. The career high is 61.7%"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009841885242900703)  2026-01-10T04:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@DraftPow Extreme cases only but as long as the energy transfer makes sense without adding excessive movements for errors"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2009998522993782878)  2026-01-10T14:39Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@Gchoc76 No it's not. Ayton isn't getting the space to work and isn't consistently sought for finishing. This is how his motor works. Hayes motor is constant and Ayton low end drops below that. Yes for Sharpe"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2010038554945302560)  2026-01-10T17:18Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@One_big_drop @meera1577 That's one way to look at it. The other is the Lakers fell out of contention with the Westbrook trade and it took years to recover (and we're still recovering). It should have been more than [--] ring"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2010878167788007472)  2026-01-13T00:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@One_big_drop @meera1577 I agree on new draft team but it doesn't look like there's a plan in place since we're halfway through the NCAA season. Unless LAL wants to copy my pick again fine by me. Griffen didn't have a good track record. But comparing Pelinka to that standard is a low bar too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2010884645265760469)  2026-01-13T01:20Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@One_big_drop @meera1577 OKC building a culture so good that their own players accept descending contracts continually draft well AND develop their players. That's the bar. But trade for WB and let go of Caruso who was willing to accept less to stay in LAL You need to account when GMs miss badly"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2010885149400186899)  2026-01-13T01:22Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"So the Laker identity so far is they can't stay healthy they're good in the clutch against sub .500 teams (half their wins) and not great against +.500 teams. They had a good off-season but this is still an unbalanced roster patching one hole on a boat and another arises"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011078000415031439)  2026-01-13T14:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Once again I like 5-10 guys after the Lakers pick. Darryn Peterson and Tyrese Haliburton on the Pacers 🍿 @JeremyWoo's updated [----] NBA mock draft is here https://t.co/moHvdPZKMS Darryn Peterson and Tyrese Haliburton on the Pacers 🍿 @JeremyWoo's updated [----] NBA mock draft is here https://t.co/moHvdPZKMS"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011139937878565178)  2026-01-13T18:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@Bashir41096 I think you need on ball feel from the jump if you're a guard. The exception to Adou was that he will always be a finisher at the very least. Guards don't typically operate well from the dunker spot"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011147297531576463)  2026-01-13T18:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@LakersBoysReds This is like an old LFR episode / article. It took a lot of film to understand what kind of moves / movements / projections appear to be the most successful at the NBA level. That's how I learned how some high FTr players don't have it translate or ball handling moves that do"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011150724793844226)  2026-01-13T18:57Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@LakersBoysReds The thing that I've stuck with the most is trying to get a clear understanding of one team's philosophy. That way easier to sort out what a BPA is from a team point of view. That idea is going to be different from the rest of the NBA teams so I find mock drafts difficult"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011152356818502038)  2026-01-13T19:04Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@LakersBoysReds If I were to sum up the three questions of scouting philosophy into one it would be if healthy who would have the longest it be a career If I did that every single eligible player mock draft or big board would be drastically different from consensus"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011153266827239878)  2026-01-13T19:07Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"It's a start. The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a 10-day contract sources tell ESPN. Bufkin has starred for the Lakers' South Bay NBA G League affiliate and spent some time with the Grizzlies this season. The Los Angeles Lakers are signing guard Kobe Bufkin to a 10-day contract sources tell ESPN. Bufkin has starred for the Lakers' South Bay NBA G League affiliate and spent some time with the Grizzlies this season"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011157014941241433)  2026-01-13T19:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I'm much more confident in Bufkin's ball handling ability under pressure and PnR ability to get paint touches. He's also comfortable spotting up at the diagonals and dead ahead behind the arc from three"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011162040224854525)  2026-01-13T19:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@PAKA_FLOCKA Underrated defender. The FTr is not an indicator of his physicality on both ends of the floor too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011527329198325989)  2026-01-14T19:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@mcfNBA @ebukaokorie_ @StanfordMBB It's been an all year thing; slicing defenses"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011818044746842129)  2026-01-15T15:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I think of Siakam. High motor range ground coverage defender high stock rate downhill transition player. Pascal wasn't really a 3pt shooter at all through [--] years at New Mexico St. Caleb has the absurd FTr advantage too. The Caleb Wilson projection for the NBA is super fun. It's basically: "UNC utilizes him as if he's Giannis in college and it's obviously wildly effective. Can he get strong enough to be that in the NBA and be a star And if he doesn't what is he then if he doesn't shoot" The Caleb Wilson projection for the NBA is super fun. It's basically: "UNC utilizes him as if he's Giannis"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011935993465827605)  2026-01-15T22:58Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@midvault @TheCollinDunks The TS is [--]. He doesn't get to the line enough for the most top tier PGs. Meanwhile you can get a [--] anytime in the HC but it's more important for their team for him to break down a defense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2011958016686666185)  2026-01-16T00:25Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Not that I think Kuminga would ever be traded to the Lakers and I know AR is out but it's these scoring droughts with the bench units where he could be useful"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2012019911187710072)  2026-01-16T04:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@FinnDraft @TrellInterlude Considering his stride length footwork and some odd angles for him to get to the rim I think that "measly" 60% ATR is really good. He's the one adding difficulty to his own shots by getting there in the first place"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2012168635087835429)  2026-01-16T14:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@Rome_Beast The theory is he gets more usage. The truth is it doesn't really happen because he's a finisher not really a high end diversified shot creator"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2012285242804158649)  2026-01-16T22:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@RajChipalu Any first round matchup isn't great"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2012327120824119759)  2026-01-17T00:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@_OfficialProta Get everyone healthy take multiple games off tank"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2012648827246018577)  2026-01-17T22:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Team South Bay on the floor but I'm glad Timme showed a few reasons why I like him on the roster"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2012760275611795494)  2026-01-18T05:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@meera1577 Getting closer to the draft lottery where the best player positions are PG and PF"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013009127560315148)  2026-01-18T22:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@FinnDraft Late 1st. Felt more confident with Austin Reaves game tape than Stirtz's current"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013071770484351063)  2026-01-19T02:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@RichStapless People will highlight his shot blocking or 1v1 defense but not the fact that he closes out to shooters and is at least in position to not compromise the team defensively. Usually that's just enough to stay on the floor esp with his triple threat skills"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013346873617027406)  2026-01-19T20:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@jeaniezk I'm just glad they not only found a spot for Timme to play but also play with lineups and schemes that make him and the whole team thrive"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013415835835015229)  2026-01-20T00:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@wilkomcv I don't make comparisons with prior prospects. I just try looking for BPAs. Theiro is more of a finisher. Swain is more comfortable creating. Both are capable defenders"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013438363613716975)  2026-01-20T02:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@azzmaster I've seen as high as lottery and as low as mid 2nd"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013438987722203161)  2026-01-20T02:30Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"So glad they talked about how effective Timme was but also how the strategic use of a big line up and a defensive scheme helped turn the tables against Toronto. This is why I want a big team. If they were athletic I'd love to see more full court and 3/4 press. New pod: Go Big or Go Home Lakers split their weekend games. The guys discuss them Drew Timme getting minutes the combination of big lineups & zone defense that fueled the win and whether these things can work on the teams upcoming road trip. 🎧: https://t.co/28hTYcn0eM https://t.co/iaiTh0xnNt New pod: Go Big or Go Home Lakers split"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013446656923197575)  2026-01-20T03:01Z [----] followers, 48.7K engagements


"@fra_sempru @onballcreator @DraftPow I disagree"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013694005649854500)  2026-01-20T19:23Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@mcfNBA It's the idea that he can eventually surpass those numbers against tough competition at the NBA stage and he has all of the physical tools and skill set to do so. That's also a T1 prospect on a lot of prior draft years too"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2013716408585117765)  2026-01-20T20:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"I only disagree with Tanner that high and have question marks about Ngongba's prior injury history but it looks like a lot of guys that were mocked late 1st to early 2nd by others (Jefferson Swain) are late lottery. TODAY: Swish Theorys Big Board [---] Our teams lottery https://t.co/aP92rrAZ6L TODAY: Swish Theorys Big Board [---] Our teams lottery https://t.co/aP92rrAZ6L"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014035716414579061)  2026-01-21T18:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@JasonHirsch16 @mcfNBA He has already been experimenting by how defenses are reacting to him and that has been the hardest adjustment. Boozer and Peterson haven't faced that kind of changing defensive pressure in multiple areas of the floor"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014038560425312309)  2026-01-21T18:13Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"I've been hearing that Drew has short arms Maybe it was the shirt. I disagree with that. He is just PF size that happened to play C in Gonzaga. But now that he's more consistent behind the arc he can play that [--] spot competently defensively. Gonzaga's Drew Timme official measurements from the NBA Combine: 6'9.25 in shoes 7'2 wingspan 8'11.5 standing reach [-----] lbs with 15.7% body fat Gonzaga's Drew Timme official measurements from the NBA Combine: 6'9.25 in shoes 7'2 wingspan 8'11.5 standing reach [-----] lbs with 15.7% body fat"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014040200520016003)  2026-01-21T18:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Ofc those that have been following me know that Jefferson and Swain were targets that I like for LAL. Looks like I have to key in on Juke Harris"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014040653890453645)  2026-01-21T18:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The guy selected for the Lakers I almost I have a DND label for unless I see more consistency physicality and improved process overall. Otherwise once again I like 5-10 guys after LALs pick. Updated NBA mock draft https://t.co/CUEeIE1aMO Updated NBA mock draft https://t.co/CUEeIE1aMO"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014058111380635801)  2026-01-21T19:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@azzmaster There's no guarantee of that late in the draft. His passing is poor and that's usually an indicator of playing slowly up to NBA game speed / anticipation"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014129876496748612)  2026-01-22T00:15Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"And JJ Redick Alijah Arenas returned to the court and had this ridiculous play in his college debut in front of Mom Dad Nick Young CP3 and JJ Redick https://t.co/rYQ8VUMGIe Alijah Arenas returned to the court and had this ridiculous play in his college debut in front of Mom Dad Nick Young CP3 and JJ Redick https://t.co/rYQ8VUMGIe"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014342442057912415)  2026-01-22T14:20Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@onballcreator I agree about the friendship part. LAL was just in Denver. Kind of thought he would have taken a rest day before today's game. But I also bet that he's seen Alijah play for a long time already"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014356882165784586)  2026-01-22T15:18Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I'd look at this query and then ask myself who is the best paint touch player of the entire group Looks like AJD. So I did a bart query for high USG (25+) wing sized guys U21 which resembles Dybantsa stat profile (30 FTr [--] AST% [---] A:TO) that got drafted in 1st Round with OREB/BLK filter to remove bigs. Some interesting All-Stars in the list to say the least. #nbadraft https://t.co/3os9VGk103 So I did a bart query for high USG (25+) wing sized guys U21 which resembles Dybantsa stat profile (30 FTr [--] AST% [---] A:TO) that got drafted in 1st Round with OREB/BLK filter to remove bigs. Some"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014727297501429991)  2026-01-23T15:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"This is why I don't find draft athletic testing to be relevant. I'd also think it makes sense that Yaxel didn't have largely dramatic improvement athletically as an older player at the NCAA level while Philon had notable improvement as a younger player. [--] guys who went through the pre-draft process last year did the athletic testing but returned to college Who both had some athletic testing numbers that were mid so it'll be interesting to see if they test better this year Yaxel Lendeborg Labaron Philon Lendeborg a 31" max [--] guys who went through the pre-draft process last year did the"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014750243603243316)  2026-01-23T17:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@onballcreator Jaylen Brown wasn't at AJDs level with paint touches at Cal. The court was too crowded"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2014767215984419191)  2026-01-23T18:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@yaxelmuse @onballcreator Yaxel may not have the highest vertical but he uses most of it in all reasonable applications and NBA draft athletic testing won't reflect that either"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015092104452788389)  2026-01-24T15:59Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"When there's a couple of NBA sized players capable of being effective at both ends of the floor know their role and play their roles well it's not a reach especially when it's basically 15-20 guys that stick in the league in every draft. This is why they get overlooked. I love Lendeborg and Jefferson But Im not REACHING on those guys in the draft. If I dont love what else is on the board then great take them Neither is an especially good shooter/scorer/defender They can play but when youre a Sr Id need a little more to reach for ya I love Lendeborg and Jefferson But Im not REACHING on those"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015240508541739503)  2026-01-25T01:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@RK_DRAFT I mean some of those MVP level guys didn't have those skills as freshman out of college. They developed those skills in the league"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015241966360117371)  2026-01-25T01:55Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@BrianJNBA I only decided today that I'd take him over Caleb Wilson even with the "height requirement" to my draft philosophy. It's so tough to turn down a proven consistent [--] level guard that also defends at a high level"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015245855759229339)  2026-01-25T02:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@LoganRoA_ But as long as guys understand how to closeout play within a scheme be physical and contest that's *just* enough to make certain offensively leaned players stay on the floor. It doesn't have to be about a possession battle. It can be about contests and defensive rebs"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015262484320645234)  2026-01-25T03:16Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Lakers really trying to drop to #8 for a better pick after a bunch of college players went for 30+ and 40+ point games"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015263316483113008)  2026-01-25T03:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@LoganRoA_ Mb. But fwiw if I felt Wagler was the BPA I'd draft him regardless of team"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015272756611535327)  2026-01-25T03:57Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@LoganRoA_ The only difference is if it was SAS or OKC then it makes sense to have a player like that higher on the team's respective board"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015272935305707615)  2026-01-25T03:58Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"Boozer Peterson Dybantsa Flemings Wilson Quaintance Wagler Steinbach Swain Lendeborg Johnson Jr. Ngongba Philon Mullins Brown Jr. Peat Haugh Carr Jefferson Anderson Veesar Burries Acuff"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015312766434001251)  2026-01-25T06:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@DevInTheLab @EuroLeague He's the same guy"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015434982228119713)  2026-01-25T14:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@fra_sempru One thing we may not see is Flemings going against wing sized POA defenders at the NCAA level for half of a game. If he's a top tier NBA PG that's what he'll be facing. With AJ he's already seeing a variety of defenses adapting quickly and finding some success"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015461312260907022)  2026-01-25T16:26Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@fra_sempru I don't always buy the production v T50 comp stats because it implies that a player can't figure it out. AJ is the most devastating paint touch player in how long but can't figure it out Doesn't make sense to me. Prior NBA MVPs didn't figure it out that young either"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015461745150796146)  2026-01-25T16:28Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Back to back clips of Wagler "attacking" at the weakest point of a switching hedging double on defense. Makes the pass precisely when he has the most attention. Defender caught on 2'-5' short range recovery to the pressure release/shooter. when the magnets are on for a player like Keaton Wagler who creates a ton of looks for himself the defense is basically always in scramble mode switching didn't work sending two to the ball didn't as well so Purdue try to hedge this high pick and roll with Oscar Cluff but https://t.co/5d3vFBGcpS when the magnets are on for a player like Keaton Wagler who"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015473500698681719)  2026-01-25T17:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The last [--] minutes of Rolex [--] was insane"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015497074083848623)  2026-01-25T18:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@_MatthewPeralta GSD. Get Shit Done"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015911130653458805)  2026-01-26T22:14Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@TheCollinDunks Polymarket just likes athleticism apparently"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015963221367390233)  2026-01-27T01:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"@RajChipalu Because they don't beat many above .500 teams to make it believable"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2015997329275486504)  2026-01-27T03:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"@cobey3 @mcten 1980s NBA body at age [--]. This is way before all the advancements in diet and training so I'm not hearing that noise. He was already 6'6" [---] as a soph/junior in HS"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/2016000059410887120)  2026-01-27T04:07Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@Reed_nba Just by principle. We have already blown big money on role players. Otto is 3rd option type. Blows budget on non franchise players"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/863229902245449728)  2017-05-13T03:10Z [----] followers, [--] engagements


"@Tim_Stevens Curious which generation Mr2"  
[X Link](https://x.com/CanyonDriver/status/921096854414249984)  2017-10-19T19:32Z [----] followers, [--] engagements

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