Does Gonzaga have three first rounders in the front court?

[NYCZAG]

Thoughts-Opinions?-

[CDC84]

I doubt it with Karnowski and Wiltjer. Sabonis has a chance with development.

I would be surprised if Wiltjer gets drafted. He is just too weak defensively, lacks athleticism, is undersized, etc. He's going to make a lot of bread in Europe, though.

[hooter73]

No.

[Zag_Dad]

I think we have three NBA players in our front court but wouldn't go so far as to say three first rounders. Maybe one.

[Zagger]

I doubt it with Karnowski and Wiltjer. Sabonis has a chance with development.

I would be surprised if Wiltjer gets drafted. He is just too weak defensively, lacks athleticism, is undersized, etc. He's going to make a lot of bread in Europe, though.

Another year as a Zag .... can't hurt Wiltjer's prospects nor his development. 'Course I'm driking the Koolaid but .... we'll see how March goes + next year for all 3. Some guys look good to go in high school - others take some time.

[jpwils]

3 or 4 Players

Another year as a Zag .... can't hurt Wiltjer's prospects nor his development. 'Course I'm driking the Koolaid but .... we'll see how March goes + next year for all 3. Some guys look good to go in high school - others take some time.

Possibly so. All 3 will get a look for sure! Wiltjer knows how to play the game and is a good passer. Sabonis is raw but needs some seasoning and work on offensive moves and jump shot. Karnowski is a force but needs to work on rebounding and not getting in foul trouble.

I think it is highly likely that Sabonis will be a first round pick some day; Wiltjer will possibly be a second round pick next year after an MVP-type season; not sure on Karnowski- but he could definitely be a backup center on an NBA team some day soon. I think Pangos may make a team as well....only time will tell . I'll be rooting for them all !

[zag67]

I think that we have 2 or 3 first rounders and all three can play in the NBA. But they might end up making more in Europe. I do think that first round drafts are probably out this year, but next year I can see maybe two and one the following year. I only can see one going this year, but not a first rounder and with more experience I think that the other two will push being first rounders in following years.

[gonzagafan62]

All three will play in NBA. Only sabonis has a chance at a 1st rounder.

[jazzdelmar]

No. One lottery prospect. Two free agents.

[zagamatic]

This year, no. There are a ton of quality bigs in this year's draft. Wouldn't be surprised to see both Karnowski and Wiltjer get drafted after next season. Sabonis could be a lottery pick the next year as I don't see him leaving school before a minimum of 3 years to get his degree. And I think that Edwards could very well get drafted the year after that. He's got the size, hands and touch that the NBA loves to develop. I think Sabonis is the closest to a for sure first round pick, but nothing is guaranteed (remember Harris? ). So to answer your question, I see at least 1 first round guy in our front court but 4 overall going pro. Which is pretty darn good even for Duke.

[cjm720]

Sabonis definitely.

Karno maybe.

Wiltjer doubtful.

Edwards who knows.

That said, I could see all three playing in the NBA.

[zags422]

Karnowski is starting to make me think he has a decent shot at a 1st round pick next year. You can't teach his size...he needs to continue to improve his agility, touch and most importantly (most lacking) the rebounding. Reminds me of a poor man's Andrew Bogut right now...he is light years ahead of last year!!

[cjm720]

No. One lottery prospect. Two free agents.

How about Edwards?

[ZagMan in Philly]

All three will be in the first round next year, if they keep on improving their game.
I really think Wiltjer has a good chance of going in the first. He can really shoot and create his own shots around the basket.
He needs to get stronger I agree, and work on his defense.
He reminds me of the great shooter Peja Stojakovic, drafted in the first round a few years ago. Peja had a fine career in the NBA and won a few
three point shooting contests along the way.

[LongIslandZagFan]

KW has an outside chance (2nd rounder) as a stretch 4.
Karnowski... while I think he SHOULD be there, not sure he'll get there. But the flipside is... you can't teach 7-2.
Sabonis... he could evolve into a lottery pick.