Judah Mintz to test NBA Draft waters

[Orangezoo]

Could the uncertainty make it harder to get a good portal guard?

Assuming we go with a multi guard offense and play fast.. hoping that reduces that worry of minutes being available.

 

[CuseMan4]

This was always going to happen. Not really news tbh. He’s gonna get evaluated, see what the scouts say, etc…I still get a pretty good feeling he comes back for one more year

 

[walsh2012]

Quincy wanted to play a different role. A role that didn't take advantage of his ability as a rebounder and face up scorer in the paint. Clearly not the best move.

100% agree

 

[walsh2012]

Could the uncertainty make it harder to get a good portal guard?

I don’t think so

 

[Orangezoo]

This was always going to happen. Not really news tbh. He’s gonna get evaluated, see what the scouts say, etc…I still get a pretty good feeling he comes back for one more year

Unless there are a bunch of other guys who don't test the waters alongside.. there are at least 15 guards probably 20 ahead of him right now.

He needs to get stronger, improve his outside shooting and his decision making. Anything can happen but can't see him getting a grade higher than mid to late second right now...

 

[TheHaze315]

As people have already said, this was beyond expected, it was a formality. As he said in his statement he’s entering while maintaining his college eligibility, it would not make any sense for him to not take advantage of this. Plenty of players have done this and returned to college.

 

[Frozen]

If he does return to college, is it a college in Central NY or somewhere else?

 

[Sbucketball]

Could the uncertainty make it harder to get a good portal guard?

That’s my concern too. And I think the answer is yes.

 

[M2MPrinciples]

It would've been surprising if Mintz opted not to test the waters. I think he'll ultimately come back, but I have to admit it's tough not to feel a little uneasy about Starling being the only other guard on the roster capable of playing point. I suppose that's what the portal is for, but hopefully it's a quick process for Judah either way.

 

[Cusefan0307]

Could really use some briancuse right now

Last seen March 2nd. Someone still lurks!

 

[Bulldog04]

When he realizes his stock is going to be second round from what he is told, he will be back… Being a second round pick right now does absolutely nothing. Next year first round and guaranteed money. No brainer and everyone is preparing as if he is coming back

 

[OptimusOtto]

When he realizes his stock is going to be second round from what he is told, he will be back… Being a second round pick right now does absolutely nothing. Next year first round and guaranteed money. No brainer and everyone is preparing as if he is coming back

Not sure if you can say but do you expect us to bring in a portal guard?

 

[PauliePeppas]

No combine invite and he will be back quick. That is the first indication with these early entrants

 

[hoopsupstate]

Symir probably wouldn’t have left if he thought Judah was gone. It will be interesting to see if Joe comes back. I still think we need a stud wing.

 

[Giants1973]

Looks like in most mock drafts he range is 40- 50 in Second round.

 

[Cusefan69]

Totally fair.

He would be insane not to get evaluated.

Yeah I mean this isn't a surprise. Let him go through the process and figure out if he has 1st round grades or not.

 

[OrangeDW]

Which SU players have gone through the process and then come back?

Tyus Battle, I think?

Anyone else?

 

[Melancer46]

Selfishly hoping he’s told 2nd round but I can’t help but think he could go first round this year. Probably only a handful of guards this year that I would draft over him.

I do truly think this is a rare case where he could raise his draft stock by returning though.

 

[Trueblue25]

Testing the waters makes it a fluid situation but from what I’ve heard its very likely he comes back.

 

[Orangezoo]

Selfishly hoping he’s told 2nd round but I can’t help but think he could go first round this year. Probably only a handful of guards this year that I would draft over him.

I do truly think this is a rare case where he could raise his draft stock by returning though.

Interesting- was hoping you would chime in since you watch a ton of NBA...

 

[Trueblue25]

Which SU players have gone through the process and then come back?

Tyus Battle, I think?

Anyone else?

Cj Fair in that day’s equivalence if i remember right

 

[OburgOrange]

He gone

 

[Melancer46]

Interesting- was hoping you would chime in since you watch a ton of NBA...

I’m simply hoping the 2023 mock drafts are accurate. I suspect he will shoot much better in workouts than his numbers showed and could impress teams and lord knows people are always looking for guys that can create their own shot and draw fouls and he does those two things as well as anyone.

But maybe teams will be skeptical due to how he shot it this year. I almost always say our guys that leave early are striking while the iron is hot. Judah is a rare exception (along with Grant in recent memory) where I truly think he can improve his stock in a significant way by returning. He’s got some special talents in there.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

When he realizes his stock is going to be second round from what he is told, he will be back… Being a second round pick right now does absolutely nothing. Next year first round and guaranteed money. No brainer and everyone is preparing as if he is coming back

How neutral is the NBA pre-draft process towards actual draft value for kids? Is it a genuine best estimate or does it lean toward getting guys to enter.

 

[Capt. Tuttle]

Not sure if you can say but do you expect us to bring in a portal guard?

JJ/Q/Joe/JT