What To Do With #29?

With the NBA Draft taking place tomorrow night, much has been made about what the Bulls will do with the 29th pick. Mat previously entertained the thrones of trade ideas that came about involving various scenarios that probably won’t happen anyways.

This provoked Mat to begin to think about the possibilities of who the Bulls might actually take in that 29th spot and how they would translate to the Bulls roster immediately. After perusing various mock drafts and reading copious amounts of scouting reports, Mat feels these players would be good options to take at 29 tomorrow night:

Jeff Taylor SF Vanderbilt

Mat believes his game at Vanderbilt would translate well to the Bulls over time in many positive ways. He is an athletic small forward whose size at 6’7” translates well to the NBA game. Mat believes his most important asset he brings to the floor is his defensive ability. A noted lockdown defender that would bring a much needed bridge between the gap of missing Luol Deng. Mat has seen him use his athletic ability well while running the floor for Vandy

His 3 point shooting is nothing to scoff at either, shooting a very good 42% for Vandy last year. Where he struggles is with his ball handling. Mat has noticed his ability to create his own shot is somewhat concerning.

His consistency at the NBA level would come into question as well. For Mat, this prospect would be good to take a shot on at 29. He has shown incredible defensive and 3 point prowess. Thibs could do some work on this kid.

Will Barton SF Memphis

Mat has seen this small forwards ability to score and it has intrigued him. His instinct to get to the basket and create his own shot is something that is NBA ready right now. Mat believes it is an intangible the Bulls are looking for immediately. Helping out Rose with the scoring is never a bad thing, and Barton would certainly be able to do that.

His size at 6’6” and overall body is something of a concern. He has above average defense in college, but the question arises as to whether he would be able to guard the bigger SF’s and/or SG’s he would encounter in the NBA.

Mat believes a player of his capabilities would adapt well on the offensive end in the Bulls scheme, however the overall readiness of his NBA defense leaves something to be desired.

Quincy Miller SF Baylor

Mat noticed this kids size and was immediately impressed. 6’10” at the 3? Yes please. Quincy has a noted knack for creating his own shot. Give him the ball and his handles come into play. Above average 3 point shooter, but where Quincy comes in handy is when he is asked to shoot from mid range.

His height makes him a nuisance in the post. Noted at Baylor for his ability to post up down low and create a shot. Mat can only imagine Rose bringing the ball up and already seeing Quincy establishing a presence down low with his 7’4” wingspan.

His defense is above average as well, but his size makes him that much more of a presence guarding across a multitude of positions. Mat has noticed however his jumper leaves a little more to be desired, in addition to his lanky frame causing him to not be as strong as he should be. Quincy is also young. At just 19, Mat has to question his ability to come into a mature league and show what he is made of.



Mat obviously has a preference of the Bulls drafting a small forward to cover for Luol’s early season absence. However, regardless of what the Bulls do, everyone knows Mat cannot wait. All this talk of trades and draft picks is making this mouse a tad bit anxious.