Frank Torres why are you shocked he's a 7 footer who can't run the floor or play defense or even protect the rim. guards score on him routinely down low
Being a junior he's older than most other draftees and it's usually potential over current skillset. I guess many teams are afraid that he might be close to his ceiling
I think (hope) people are sleeping on him. Work ethic, team player and a character that every team needs. Hope he goes to a team where he gets to play.
I have to say I love all of this young talent that's coming into the NBA specifically the physical big guys that are entering the league the NBA needs to get back playing inside-out it's definitely more exciting to watch.
Moritz Wagner has the shooting and offensive skills to be successful in today’s NBA, but his limited defensive versatility and rim protection limit his upside.
Don’t forget, this isn’t a lottery pick so he will develop, but in terms of his offensive ability and leadership and personality intangibles, you just can’t teach that. Very very few rookies come in as defensive monsters cause college and the nba are just played different. And dude he’s big and quick so I’m not really bothered by his lack of rim protection cause for me it’s just a case of effort rather than Kwame Brown type incompetence
@@garyaugustus1009 he doesn't even come close to Wagner's ability from outside. He may be stronger by a significant margin but Wagner has better footwork inside on the offensive end whereas Thomas kind of uses his strength to bully weaker players down low. Thomas is strength and athleticism (especially on defense) where Wagner is more finesse and skill on offense. Both have a ton of potential and both will have long careers but they have a completely different style and skillset.
@@garyaugustus1009 also I'd give Wagner the slight edge going into next season just for the fact that Wagner's skillset is the perfect compliment to LeBron's style of play and how he prefers to have stretch bigs to space the floor and open lanes to drive or kick out if the defense collapses on the ball handler. Unfortunately for Wagner he came into the year injured and that delayed him from building chemistry in the rotation but with a full year of physical development and chemistry growth I would bet Wagner is a big piece in the rotation for next year or maybe even the starting center next to Kuzma which would allow them to play a five out scheme which LeBron would love.
I like the kid.He has a nice demeanor and a nice personality. When you are 6"11 and can shoot 3's you will last a long time in this league ( Dirk Nowinski)
He got high BBIQ, Offensively versatile and defensively underrated just because he's not a shot blocker. I'm surprised he's not even in the Top 10 or 15. This guy is going to have a better NBA career than Jarren Jackson Jr and Wendell Carter Jr. 👍👌💪
Mo needs to come to Dallas be taught by one of the best German players to ever play the game in dirk nowitzki also have holger geschwolinder mold this kid and have another 20 years of playoff success
I really wanted the lakers to get Holiday he was 23, Simmons 24, Huerter and Devincenzo but fuck Kinda pissed me missed out on all of them. I hope this Mo Wagner guy can run
I'm a diehard Michigan fan and I would agree with him having more success than Carter but Jaren Jackson Jr. will be a future all-star. JJJ has elite potential on the defensive end whereas Wagner is much further along on the offensive end and is the perfect stretch big that LeBron loves but both of them will have good careers.
Great pick....pretty mobile, a shooter, & smart big & will improve as a pro...will contribute to that Lakers team @some point...like other great German players before him like Schrempf & Dirk...he’ll have a chance to make a name for himself.
It’s not all good.. don’t get lazy, don’t stop running, keep your hands up etc.. they could’ve won by more if he would’ve stopped that dunk by playing defense. Everyone wants to play offense, I’m sure Cp3 and Kobe get why it’s not all good.
The guy that got the second most amount of points (81) dropped on him is giving you defense tips lmao There’s plenty of other players to listen to. Go talk to Gary Payton or something
Moritz Wagner next laker, I can just hear it now Wagner for 3
David Montano U called it
Fucking called it lol
Lmaaaao
U did it David!!!!!! Lol
u see the future?
How did he slip so far back in the draft pick? Lakers got him. Lakers got very lucky with him.
Exactly. I am shocked he slipped so fardown. The whole tournament he flat out balled. Crazy how teams didnt take notice
Frank Torres
I knew someone would do it
Frank Torres why are you shocked he's a 7 footer who can't run the floor or play defense or even protect the rim. guards score on him routinely down low
Being a junior he's older than most other draftees and it's usually potential over current skillset. I guess many teams are afraid that he might be close to his ceiling
Frank Torres he's gonna be a big steal for Lakers
I think (hope) people are sleeping on him. Work ethic, team player and a character that every team needs. Hope he goes to a team where he gets to play.
Wtf is Jalen wearing a hoodie suit? Idk if I should be impressed or insulted.
im impressed . it looks ight.
your profile pic matches your comment lol
Christen Code shits crazy but he pulled it off
Robots don't get hot, he has a cooling system
Which is worse this or traes shorts
I have to say I love all of this young talent that's coming into the NBA specifically the physical big guys that are entering the league the NBA needs to get back playing inside-out it's definitely more exciting to watch.
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As a lakers fan i think this is great pick
Are we just going to ignore how well he speaks english for a german fella ?
Like this kid. Quick big man that can do more than just shoot. Needs to work on D though. Welcome to Lakers!!!
jalen its hot asf in the city why you rockin a hoodie wit a blazer
I starred at them J's the whole time lol
does anybody know what thos jordans are called that he has on
Kid got style. L.A. suits ya bro. Welcome.
Moritz Wagner has the shooting and offensive skills to be successful in today’s NBA, but his limited defensive versatility and rim protection limit his upside.
There is no such thing as a defensive liability in today's NBA.
have you heard of IT lol
3LlTE who actually believes that
3LlTE says a casual
Don’t forget, this isn’t a lottery pick so he will develop, but in terms of his offensive ability and leadership and personality intangibles, you just can’t teach that. Very very few rookies come in as defensive monsters cause college and the nba are just played different. And dude he’s big and quick so I’m not really bothered by his lack of rim protection cause for me it’s just a case of effort rather than Kwame Brown type incompetence
Rip zubac and bryant
Rip Zubac
Rip Randle
Zubac possibly, but don't sleep on Bryant...kid plays the inside with passion and can shoot 3s as well as Mo..
@@garyaugustus1009 he doesn't even come close to Wagner's ability from outside. He may be stronger by a significant margin but Wagner has better footwork inside on the offensive end whereas Thomas kind of uses his strength to bully weaker players down low. Thomas is strength and athleticism (especially on defense) where Wagner is more finesse and skill on offense. Both have a ton of potential and both will have long careers but they have a completely different style and skillset.
@@garyaugustus1009 also I'd give Wagner the slight edge going into next season just for the fact that Wagner's skillset is the perfect compliment to LeBron's style of play and how he prefers to have stretch bigs to space the floor and open lanes to drive or kick out if the defense collapses on the ball handler. Unfortunately for Wagner he came into the year injured and that delayed him from building chemistry in the rotation but with a full year of physical development and chemistry growth I would bet Wagner is a big piece in the rotation for next year or maybe even the starting center next to Kuzma which would allow them to play a five out scheme which LeBron would love.
I like the kid.He has a nice demeanor and a nice personality. When you are 6"11 and can shoot 3's you will last a long time in this league ( Dirk Nowinski)
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A hoodie with a suit wow Jalen
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He got high BBIQ, Offensively versatile and defensively underrated just because he's not a shot blocker. I'm surprised he's not even in the Top 10 or 15. This guy is going to have a better NBA career than Jarren Jackson Jr and Wendell Carter Jr. 👍👌💪
the kid nice, welcome to LA #LAKESHOWALLDAY
Proud to see how Germanys future looks ⚫🔴🔥
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That's not Wagner, that's just a mild mannered reporter in glasses.
Mo needs to come to Dallas be taught by one of the best German players to ever play the game in dirk nowitzki also have holger geschwolinder mold this kid and have another 20 years of playoff success
German Basketball becoming better and better. Some great talents now. Wagner, Hartenstein und Schröder. Also Zipser and Theis
Freigeist2008 zipser most likely will be out of the league
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I really wanted the lakers to get Holiday he was 23, Simmons 24, Huerter and Devincenzo but fuck Kinda pissed me missed out on all of them. I hope this Mo Wagner guy can run
Definitely a 1st Round Pick. Warriors & Celtics would miss out if they passed up on this opportunity
Nate D. Lumumba nah fam we got hem Lakers baby.
Juan Chavez Sharp bro. He’ll fit in perfectly & He actually can ball. Peeped him in Michigan State. This guy has a future for sure. Def see him maxing
This guy is awesome
This guy is going to have a better NBA career than Jarren Jackson Jr and Wendell Carter Jr. 👍👌💪
I'm a diehard Michigan fan and I would agree with him having more success than Carter but Jaren Jackson Jr. will be a future all-star. JJJ has elite potential on the defensive end whereas Wagner is much further along on the offensive end and is the perfect stretch big that LeBron loves but both of them will have good careers.
Yes yes yes
He’s so very well spoken 🤔
Nice to see you!!!
He would be bullied with that face if he was 5'2 but he damn 6'10
This guy is gonna be a stud
Wow 😯 Jalan
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I’m calling it right now he is going to be the steal of the entire draft!
AdamBruins man I hope u right
AdamBruins That's what Lakers are known to draft...hope youre right
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German Players are always kinda successful cause they bring intensity which Americans are not known for
kreisel dreher mmmmm
kevin garnett is american sir
literally almost every nba hall of famer says otherwise, dumbass
kreisel dreher lmfao what xD
Umm no
I love Wagner, his fundamentals are amazing for a big man, he needs to hit the gym and put on a lot of muscle, and he will be in NBA All-Star!
Welcome to the Lakers BIG BOI! Dirk 2.0 🤟🏽
Welcome to the Cs
Great pick....pretty mobile, a shooter, & smart big & will improve as a pro...will contribute to that Lakers team @some point...like other great German players before him like Schrempf & Dirk...he’ll have a chance to make a name for himself.
he looks like Logics cooler little brother that has more friends than the big brother
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Kid is legit !
1:53 Pause lol
#goblue〽 #lakergang4life mannn mo gone be a beast for us and svi can really shoot!
Gonna be a stud
It’s not all good.. don’t get lazy, don’t stop running, keep your hands up etc.. they could’ve won by more if he would’ve stopped that dunk by playing defense. Everyone wants to play offense, I’m sure Cp3 and Kobe get why it’s not all good.
Fire ass shoes
Everyday Dreday retros 🔥
Demarcus cousins to the knicks heard it here first
Jalen trying to do the Jon Gruden thing.
Magic u smart son of the gun,our next kuzma
I see a similar style to Kyle Kuzma but not quite on kuz's level yet
Miguel Wallace yeah I was thinking the same lol I'm sure being in LA will help that
Wagner better get more minutes after today
He gets tired too quickly; he has no stamina
How does he have no stamina? I didn’t see it in games. If ur talking about how he got put on the bench often is bc he would get silly fouls sometimes.
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who is this guy?
Kax Max guy scored 10 Points for Lakers 2 days ago
The guy that got the second most amount of points (81) dropped on him is giving you defense tips lmao There’s plenty of other players to listen to. Go talk to Gary Payton or something
Warriors get him at 28. steal of the draft and future HOF.
41belvedere Lakers sorry bud
goddamn i knew it. to pick Mo was a nobrainer...
I thought I clicked on a luka donic video
Back to back steal of the drafts???
Homage to home aj1's
No wonder the Lakers drafted him, High Basketball IQ!
WELCOME TO LA
Hulk smashed his ass, you got dunked tf on boi
he looks like 6'11 to me, when he beside to dirk nowtitzki his idol they are looked the same height. btw dirk is a 7 footer.
Lakers should take him
Good call Jo
Showtime on them boys son!
I was piss Brooklyn didn’t not get him
I woulda been pissed if the warriors got him 😂😂💯
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His hated rival happens to be his boss now lol Magic but you know Rob Pelinka got his back tho....i think this is where they say "Go Blue"
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Dangit! The Lakers got the player I wish we had and I don't like the Lakers. Had to be a Magic Johnson move.
Did you laker fans Watch summer league? Big MO 23 points who does That?
More like Moritz SWAGner... clean 1’s
lakeshow baby
Eh I guess for me it’s just another Lauri marknenen *spell check.
hugo martinez of you can get a lauri in the 2nd round that my friend is a steal
Lakers lets get it
THe Knicks need him!!!
Well it’s KARMA!!!! Lakers fucking drafted this guy lmao. I’m a laker fan wow. Guess I’m happy to have a Lauri type now lmao smh
Hoodie with a suit jacket looks ridiculous
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Wish the Spurs would of picked him up.
Welcome to LA!
Mr. Rose what the h*** are you wearing. Come on man you On TV Dress up.
Dem shoes
6'10 buddy holly but with less rhythm
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Super MO. Glückwunsch. Du packst das. Gibt schlechtere Orte als L.A. ;-)
X is alive
Skervo whose X
Skervo dumbass kid
Y should we care