The Odd Decline of the 2019 NBA Draft (5 Years Later)

[@PER578]

Zion has yet to play a single playoff game. I wish i made this up, but bro has no legacy

[@sharmarkeismail4698]

that's actually insane

[@jareddudleythegoat7220]

Crazy considering the pels have been in the playoffs twice since he was drafted.

[@joelmendozajr01]

and in the closest thing to the playoffs hes experienced, the play in game vs the lakers, he balled out. We know what he can do, he just gotta slim down

[@J420-x6p]

He was one game away from it this year 😪

[@Ryancelot]

his legacy is he broke his shoes in college from being so powerful

[@VVSGoated]

"Alright Man........."

[@nikosclips.]

"I didn't even want to make this video..."

[@HMOPodcast]

@@nikosclips.and as always…. *sigh* …. Stay tuned…..

[@HunterBrown-cj8ec]

Iconic line

[@Ziaaaannis]

Lmao

[@MoralesCorner]

If you liked this video, like this video

[@unlimitedrange280]

2018 draft: talent that works hard (SGA outside the top 10, Brunson at 33, Mitchell Robinson at 36, Simons and Rob Williams in the mid/late 20s, Vando + Bruce B in the 40s, 2019 Draft: talent that doesn’t work hard (as seen with the examples in the vid) Ofc there are exceptions in both drafts but u get what I mean

[@bennyforson6177]

Glad you added exceptions cause my boy jp is a workhorze

[@369pendulum]

You don’t know who’s working and who isn’t bruh you just watch tv a lot

[@guiseppejacobs2357]

@@369pendulum this made no sense lil bruh, he just made a simple analogy

[@369pendulum]

@@guiseppejacobs2357 He made an assumption sis

[@guiseppejacobs2357]

@@369pendulum no he really didn’t. Zion and Ja are both perfect examples of what he’s talking about lil bro IM

[@Gio-pb5rm]

KPJ…that guy…Houston gave him everything. They believed in him. They believed his attitude changed and that he could focus on being a good person and basketball player. But old habits die hard. I had his jersey man, it’s tough seeing him throw away such a good opportunity and environment. Hope his ex is in a better place

[@ovoamiri2086]

He was the only one that showed up to imes presser, it’s more off the court issues yk?

[@snarkmark2806]

I think you’re overstating Houston’s position. They were in a tank cycle, and needed warm bodies to entertain the fans. The fact that each year of his contract was unguaranteed says that he was never in their post tank plans.

[@nvm9040]

I mean he definitely has off court issues and character issues from the jump but I mean he isn’t a bad player which he had a good opportunity in Houston because of their position but still he was solid

[@yung404error8]

Felt bad for silas, he did everything he could to keep kpj on the right path, but dude was broken even before he got to Houston

[@jayherbogaming]

Wym in a better place is she dead

[@euanralph8504]

Zion had so much potential, he still does he just had such a decline. This is a good video that analyses all the good prospects of the draft.

[@TeflonDon451]

Man injuries suck

[@risley.ogembo]

I still have hope. He’ll get where we expected him to, watch.

[@Themegatrolll]

I thought that 23 season was his coming out party fr he went crazy but he got injured

[@tubtubzz]

Did he not have a solid season last year?

[@adamb5629]

I dont like the Darius Garland take, his best season was with Donovan Mitchell, he put up 21 and 7 on better efficiency. I hope this year he can stay healthy and prove himself as an all star PG. People forget that last year he broke his jaw which meant he couldn't eat he ended up loosing 10+ pounds.

[@Hydro_Pump06]

Ya that’s facts

[@andrei4617]

But i think his take is focused more on the usage. Garland is definitely more limited in terms of his ceiling because of donovan

[@kingsofthenerds3695]

​@@andrei4617 His numbers with and without Donavan are the same. His usage isn't a problem.

[@ianardell4660]

Yeah it was kinda dumb to say “his points and assist are down” like usage rating isn’t the reason why

[@curtishenry7926]

This is kinda off topic but also Donavan wants Darius to stay

[@samsackett211]

Honey wake up new swish out vid

[@yj5069]

Cam Reddish is truly forgotten and it makes me sad. I swear he was gna be that dude and things just never worked out.

[@ln9895]

Yeah that’s the worst one to see

[@jayeblonco945]

Yea man I’m a knick fan when he got traded to the lakers I was happy for him, I thought bron was going to help his game but … Nope🤦🏾‍♂️

[@steeezdashoota8569]

@@jayeblonco945LEBRON CANT MAKE THE DUDE BETTER CAM REDDISH CANT SHOOT TO SAVE HIS LIFE THIS IS NOT COLLEGE DAYS ANYMORE

[@jayeblonco945]

@@steeezdashoota8569 I didn’t even know his shot regressed so much, he was a bucket in New York, he even hit a go ahead corner 3 game winner.. He was just weak defensively so thibs benched him. I honestly thought he would be good on a team that asked less from him defensively. But you can tell he didn’t have that dog in him.

[@steeezdashoota8569]

@@jayeblonco945 thing is tho, he has the body and athleticism to be able to play great defense. He was supposed to be a 3nD type of player but like you said he just doesn’t have that dog in him

[@slim8943]

Swishout it’s weird to say it but you been one of the most reliable/ consistent things in my life in these last years

[@LadySniperSwaggYT]

I’m still kinda high on the 2019 class. While others had an off year, you had some players who made a jump like Coby White, PJ Washington, Daniel Gafford and Naz Reid

[@cannedpineapple2702]

Yeah the star players who got off course still have time to reach great heights too

[@TheSchism-y7p]

6:02 I'll never forget before his first NBA game, there was a doctor who made a KZbin video telling everybody that they'll problem with Zion and why he gets hurt was not just because of his weight but because of his gait. I wish I could find that video because that doctor was prophetic lol

[@stargazer8g2]

Isn't it Brian Sutterer

[@TheSchism-y7p]

@stargazer8g2 I think so yeah, I don't remember vividly

[@geaty788]

It's ironic that Shannon Sharpe was giving Ja Morant advice on internet safety and acting as a mentor on the topic, only for Sharpe himself to end up in a situation where he inadvertently exposed himself through his own Instagram Live.

[@geaty788]

So I want to know in the process of Shannon Sharpe being Shannon Sharpe, Shannon Sharpe do your thing, what y’all gonna do now?

[@bandito241]

That was an unfortunate accident. There wasn’t any video but an audio recording.

[@yea3702]

unc get it in

[@thrylla29]

@geaty thats a brain dead take. Its not like Shannon out here waving toy guns on a live. What shannon had was an accident. And most of all he's a genuinely sadden and embarrassed about it. He went as for a going on his podcast with Ocho. Faced the music and apologized to everyone. To espn, his booses, friends family, ocho. Most of all the fans. With that said l love Ja, but he needs to continue being silent on social media, rest and keep his mind on the game. Not on other stuff trying to look hard.

[@TheColdest510]

I think the grizzlies would rather have Shannon’s situation then the guns

[@wg5331]

I’m not too worried about Garland. CLE got a new coach and just locked up their core for awhile. Coach bickerstaff seemed like an alright guy but made some questionable decisions during the season and playoffs. Between a new coach and no more looming thoughts about contracts on the team, garland will have a clear head and should play well barring any injuries.

[@look_at_kai]

And RJ Barret is Canadian💔

[@LadySniperSwaggYT]

😭😭😭

[@wolfiewiggins2810]

The worst sin a person could commit

[@quis.j6844]

Poole got done so dirty man. What could’ve been without that incident and a normal payday

[@jdapaul1351]

Looking at where Poole is, I believe he had a reality check.

[@phamlong4210]

@@jdapaul1351 People love to hate on draymond but he didn't punch wiggs for a reason. Poole acted cocky and disrespectful, bro thought he was bigger than the team already

[@rowen4989]

@@jdapaul1351poole still that guy he is just a 3rd option tryna play a first option role rn

[@simple45679]

​@@rowen4989him getting that Curry buff got you thinking he a star

[@kingsofthenerds3695]

he got exposed

[@J420-x6p]

2019 draft class… nobody’s beating these guys in off court controversies 😮‍💨

[@MusicLover-my6fo]

I believe with the Grizzlies being a sleeper team this year, this is the perfect time for Ja to remind everyone what he's capable of. Regarding the "NBA darling" comparisons with Anthony Edwards, yes, Anthony Edwards is on a better team than Ja Morant is currently. But that doesn't mean the Grizzlies can't make the Timberwolves blink if they meet up in the playoffs. I believe the Timberwolves are going to be the team with the target on their backs the entire season and I think the Grizzlies are going to be one of the teams that wants to knock off that target the most.

[@LadySniperSwaggYT]

And speaking of the 2019 class we are going to get a full season of a healthy Brandon Clarke

[@ineveryuniverse3953]

@@LadySniperSwaggYThopefully we see a full year from Clarke, bro is such a great player and fit with the team

[@LeonarRonquillo]

They were good in 2022 considering some other teams were on decline. Jazz was starting to be ass on that year, both L.A. teams missed the playoffs, Wolves was hovering on the 7th or 8th seed, etc. Now, lot of Western teams had bolster their roster. OKC, Wolves, Mavs, Pelicans, etc. Denver is still a strong choice but it will come down to Murray and how Westbrook will perform.

[@cannedpineapple2702]

Very very well said

[@hunterhidalgo9917]

also just to expand on poole, he went from a smart play system and coaching staff w defense around him (+ having the spacing of Klay still) to the fuccin wizards where they made him a primary ball handler and scoring option for entire defenses to gameplan for; he will be better next szn but realistically just needs a better roster to be all-star level again

[@machung178]

Most of the season he wasn't even the main ball handler, they made him to stay at the corner to shoot 3pt and let Tyus Jones be the PG and their playstyle weren't even match each other. Until the end of the season he got to be PG, running the offense and got a lot better. I dont even know why but b4 he became the main ball handler, the whole wizards squad dont even know how to set a single screen =))

[@nvm9040]

@@machung178he is a better point guard than the two guard but he isn’t that good enough to be a consistent PG

[@mitch761]

Dame said it best, guys come in with talent and think they're entitled to things without putting in the work and time

[@cwellcpg]

Cam Reddish to a T. Dude hasn't improved not one weakness since he was drafted, yet asked out of ATL because he wanted Trae's role without being able to dribble a basketball without constantly losing it

[@ColdHoops]

@mitch761 *That's IRONIC coming from the guy who's always crying "put some respect on my name". That dude hasn't even made a Finals or won MVP. Gtfoh* 🤣

[@cobalt6014]

@@ColdHoopsbro what he was a top 15 player he deserves respect he led a team to the playoffs not many can do that if he doesn’t deserve respect then ai doesn’t

[@dowzer609]

I think another that affected Poole's performance the season after winning was the carry fouls. Where the offensive player cant carry the ball for a crossover or other moves. Since he carried the ball a lot for his moves, he keeps getting called, almost as if being targeted sometimes. Compared to Ja who is almost a worse offender in carrying the ball gets a fewer calls than JP at that time

[@JacobPodrasky]

darius looks amazing now lmao

[@havesomefaitharthur9020]

9:34, claims that all DG’s stats have gone down, where Donovan’s stats have all gone up. But 3 out of the 4 stats here show that Donovan went down too.

[@ZBreadyy_]

Been waiting for this all day

[@HeatvsHaters]

10:20 I'm glad you speaking on Tyler because I've been saint for a while he needs a new team it's nothing against him but he'll be better elsewhere

[@cannedpineapple2702]

Honestly I think we need to trade Jimmy and go all in on Bam Tyler JJJ Ware and Jovic.

[@cannedpineapple2702]

Jimmy's selfishness and EGO have held the Heat back multiple times. Like why is a non 3 point shooter taking a running 3 pointer to win game 7? Why not put the ball in Tyler's hands? I'll tell you why. Jimmy's ego.

[@doublechocolatedangles7351]

2019 draft class: “All-time talent, All-time crashouts”

[@sagekujo]

Zion was def Shawn Kemp but with stronger everything. Same weight issues too.

[@SlanditTheBandit]

Swish always pick bangers for the background

[@malrulesall9669]

I feel like the 2019 class still has a chance to be good they’re still relatively young

[@tooskooski]

this aged well. shoutout the cavs

[@lucasphillips2177]

another banger 🔥🔥

[@TheSiemek]

1. An intro - basketball related video quote 2. An ad 3. “Alright man, I didn’t want to make this video…” 4. Something about basketball 5. “If you liked this video like this video…” 6. *sigh* 7. Leaves

[@i_l96]

Facts. I was at #4, when I saw this comment😂😂😂

[@slimreaper8050]

Kinda wish warriors kept Jordan Poole😔

[@rohangupte3545]

Draymond’s punch destroyed his confidence plus him being in Washington will bring depression to anyone

[@XycoManiac]

Jordan Pooles the one guy I really root for. Like Draymond really had to do that to him and pretty much fucked him over. He didn't deserve any of that and now hes on a scary downfall.

[@rob.parsnips]

@@XycoManiac I don’t root for JP as much as I used to after seeing those clips last season of him being kinda an asshole to his new team. Like deni telling him he was open and JP saying like “naw ninja we good” or whatever, just telling deni he doesn’t trust him with a shot, and right in front of the whole bench. Draymond is much worse though, god I hate that dude.

[@nvm9040]

Definitely he isn’t a Chris Paul but he would helped some of the Warriors problems last season

[@ignabigna6357]

these cavs takes didn’t age well huh? darius garland now looking like one of the better players in his draft class

[@kyvsthewrld]

Ngl having ur seasons cut back to back years def must have stunted some growth

[@ColdHoops]

The basketball gods don't care about that lol

[@Flyc2]

@@ColdHoops😂😂😂at all

[@lildatboy196]

mannn swish don’t miss

[@MusicLover-my6fo]

Personally, I don't expect anything more from Zion Williamson anymore. I thought for sure that with Ja being suspended for 25 games last season, that Zion would really take advantage of that opportunity especially with the arrival of Victor Wembamyama. But since Zion got hurt again when they needed him most, I don't really see how anyone could really expect him to be a convincing face of a franchise. Let's face it, Victor Wembamyama is going to have the spotlight for the next few years assuming no injuries. And I think Zion can turn this around in his favor, but it's just going to take something very special from himself and the Pelicans.

[@CDofn]

The good part of this situation is these guys can still turn it around. Most these guys are only 24-26. These guys can still blossom and Ja & Zion will probably end up having their best seasons respectively this year

[@neo1343]

It sucks for Darius, they broke his face and he just wasn’t the same even after they came back

[@havesomefaitharthur9020]

Had to drink his meals for a month and lost a bunch of muscle from it. Not surprising he struggled the rest of the season

[@RudCh01]

Poole's problem is he got a big head, and refused to play basketball unless he was in the starting lineup. It's that "I'm him" attitude that led to the conflict with Dray. Warriors would have traded him with or without the knockout, because his attitude became toxic and he was playing for himself, not for his team. It's a shame, because humility would have earned him the keys to the kingdom, while hubris earned him a ticket out of town.

[@champn252]

There's a gym run of Garland with other nba players, and he was killing it. Probably the best player out there. He'll be fine somewhere.

[@fabiandre2414]

watching this after he’s out….

[@spiritanimaldaniels]

All these guys caught the “Harold Miner/Baby Jordan” Disease. They all have had amazing careers. Moments that deserve all time respect but when it comes to being a face of this NBA, in the internet age you have narratives (psychoanalysis) that are more important than reality

[@raphaeltabengwa9985]

I feel like this video needs a part 2

[@ColdHoops]

11:16 I'm sorry but, Herro will never be that x-factor for Miami people hope he'll be. The man's averaged 20 points for 3 straight seasons and barely raises his game in the playoffs. He's not that guy 🤷‍♂️

[@colewrld901]

My boy Ja the only one doing big things. Zion is a beast but can't stay healthy. Shit is sad man. I hope ja brings us a championship. First legit superstar we've ever had

[@me_boone]

Zion is gonna stay healthy this season. I can feel it.

[@neo1343]

For how big and strong Zion is , it’s crazy that he averages only 6.5 boards for his career

[@bigbeezy5056]

Bro, Zion rippes the ball out of Giannis' hands once loke dude was a little brother. Could have been insane but them damn injuries and being out of shape

[@josephlockdown6803]

Money trees instrumental background 🔥

[@juniorhall5076]

All Zion needa develop is a real post game. Add a bit of KG or Tim Duncan to his arsenal with some post up face away

[@hunterhidalgo9917]

I know it's prolly for clicks but this title and some of the language you're using is mad misleading dawg gotta keep it real; it sounds like many of these players have not declined but simply have not been on the court whether it's from injury or whatever; all of these players (even JP) are still quality to great nab players I'm not really understanding the "decline" angle

[@MrBubblecake]

If Ja Morant becomes a better 3 PT shooter, he’ll be a top 3 PG in the league. I was a huge D. Rose fan since his rookie season, and John Wall fan as well. Ja is better at getting to the rim than both of those guys, and his dunking ability/athleticism/vertical are better too. His only offensive flaw is the same flaw that both of them had, his 3PT %. If he can improve his 3 PT shooting like Donovan Mitchell did. We’re basically looking at a 6’3 Donovan Mitchell with better ball handling and better passing

[@NathanR2D2]

Missing the Poole party 🙂‍↕️

[@camerongrier1611]

This vid should have more views

[@yellowferrariinc4039]

I agree with dame in the intro

[@TheSmoothViewASMR]

What's your opinion of the 21 class? I feel like there are so many guys that have the potential to break out but none of them have yet

[@ANDRE1mang]

Ja Morant can still make a great impact. Just hope he’s focused enough

[@04Monte]

the new 2010s draft

[@LikeWhyTF]

Crazy never thought about it but yeah all from 2019 😮

[@kyvsthewrld]

8:10 Ja and Ant should team up

[@LOWKEYMEMPHIS]

Only if it’s in Memphis

[@bucksfan1945]

I think ja has potential to win a MVP and even be a champion in Think he's gonna have a insane year this year Zion is wasting his potential and garland has had a surprise career but this is a great and mid draft we gotta see how Zion and ja can be and it might be in The same tier as other drafts

[@rohangupte3545]

I think ANT has a better chance of a championship then Ja as presently constructed and ANT is gonna be in the convo for best player in the world once he hits his prime . Ja can win an MVP fs but it depends on the type of season he has and where the Grizzlies are standing wise

[@kendallboultsjr]

Zion was sensational the second half of the season up until the play in game, where he got hurt again. He can still reach his potential

[@nvm9040]

Hopefully KPJ can be a good player with the Clips because he can work on this team but the off the court incident has ruined his image

[@Bkgiest]

RJ the best from this draft? Consistent growth

[@Sqeaky6969]

Hes been super inconsistent wym, he had a decent first season, popped off in his 2nd season, fell back to earth in his 3rd, looked like he was finally adjusting in his 4th then last year his shooting splits fell off again got trade and then seemed like he finally progressed at the end of last season but that was also closer to the end of the season where raps were trying to tank to keep their pick

[@angelmercedes2029]

@@Sqeaky6969I think it was more of situation with RJ. Every year he’s grown and added stuff to his game. He’s just really unlucky ngl. He would go on an amazing streak and then get sick or injured. I think Toronto is really gonna wake people up to how good rj is. He wasn’t gonna grow with 2 other non shooters on the Knicks in Randle and Robinson

[@snarkmark2806]

Keldon Johnson is a top 5 player in this class, and he was picked #29.

[@dkarmusic5424]

He’s nowhere near top 5

[@aperez123100]

Yo Swish I had to hold off on my editing for my other channel to watch this, Alright Man….

[@taannmann]

i believe in jordan poole bru

[@LikeWhyTF]

I say Halle Berry and Swishalujah 🎵

[@RetroShark360]

I will never forgive dray. He basically ruined the warriors future.

[@ColdHoops]

Rumors are out there that they don't want to pay Kuminga the amount he wants in his next contract. If they somehow let him walk away, the whole front office and head coach should be fired

[@verward]

That year 2 comparison between Zion and Lebron doesn't make any sense, because 1) Lebron was a year younger his second year 2) Lebron played the dead-ball era so the stats can't be compared and negatively impact Lebron efficiency 3) a 4 assist gap is huge 4) Lebron was a much better defender. So Lebron James was a much better player in his second year compared to Zion.

[@Mecofmecs]

Ja is the goat. 7:12 mf has always been the next Mj. Watch

[@IIAiPlayerII]

Ja isn't an all defensive player. If you're going to compare him to anyone make it a complete comparison.

[@Prince-gv6le]

The commissioner needs to save the NBA from IG baddies

[@paypaul69]

Fr Ja gonna have comeback season this year

[@cherylwong6719]

Really thought we got gems in Poole and pashcall

[@rob.parsnips]

Wizards with 3/5 of the lowest +/- in the season 😬

[@hasstrupezekiel9005]

“Lastcheaaaaa”

[@otislamar8613]

You should talk about how JW was the true best player on OKC based on all the advanced metrics and basic on offense numbers. Cause if he takes the real jump that everyone is faking SGA took then they could make the finals next year. (I doubt they’d win even with the jump though cause he’d only have one year as the man.) I feel like the world is sleeping on him and giving his team mate all the credit cause of aura.

[@Sqeaky6969]

He also fell off and couldn't shoot to save his life once the mavs packed the paint and forced him to become a shooter

[@therealdannyfenton]

2017 draft one of the best ever 🤣 over 96, 03, and 84 draft ? its ok but one of the best ever is crazy

[@ethanfreeman5443]

@swishout Tomorrow, I'm going to watch Lamar Jackson live.

[@brandonlowe543]

What music is used in the background?

[@YungBxndit]

Draymond knocked the talent outta him 🤣🤣

[@zachyoung4496]

What I don’t understand is why people who like basketball shit on Tatum for just being a good dad and taking inspiration from older guys in the league and glorify people like Ja who’s a wannabe thug…

[@Nine2sixx]

Send Garlington to Orlando

[@anthonyborgonzi2446]

How r u not going to mention garlands injury???? Dude is going to bounce back this year

[@jimbobfisher8904]

10:29 lol doesn’t matter if it was the bubble or whatever stats were still kept and he still had to get on the court and play against who was in front of him, Im so sick of the tired 2020 season narrative in the NBA like it didn’t count or was some kind of mistake, if they never make that fake virus then the season likely would have went the same exact way but only difference is it would have ended in June.

[@Steeezzzzz]

This didnt take long to not age well lol

[@jayherbogaming]

Zion can still be the best player in this class

[@Miles_305]

"One of"..shooot, Ja IS the most electrifying player in tge league. Which makes his off court antics so annoying...bro was Ant before Ant. No, I'm not a Grizz fan😅

[@ColdHoops]

Ant isn't electrifying lol

[@justtimes9257]

yo, so see my fellow age mates get drafted was kind of cool to me cause I'm like damn like I'm really really that old but also it makes me wonder like I know about these. Most of them were fucking goofballs right at ball goofballs nonetheless but you get to hear shit you know through the AU circuit and through high school about certain dudes and you're just liketo give them the key to the franchise is low-key crazy but it looks like some of them are taking them more serious now so may they have a blessed career

[@tjones8778]

Poole should still be on the team he’s not trash idc what anyone says

[@Historicutuber]

Zion is easily the most disappointing imo

[@ColdHoops]

Is he really? I've always learned to never believe in the hype of players who had a bunch of hype in high school

[@slaugmromni6743]

Please don’t publish a video where, more than once, you say, “…I believe.” Don’t guess, look shit up.

[@ckq]

Whyd i think zion was in a warriors jersey

[@YouCallThataKnife253]

Why draft day Jordan Poole look like he slang bean pies?

[@inmyownworldfr]

Bol bol da 🐐

[@AdamWestTheDrunk]

Yall sleeping in Jordan poole

[@danj4736]

the beginning of Gen-Z in the NBA

[@SYE149]

Kevin porter ex cleared his name already she said he never did it and the police was lying

[@alexgrissom3513]

Was Zion really compared to LeBron or were they just really hyped prospects? There’s a difference

[@Megatraum504]

ya thats the comparison, they compared his potential and hype to lebron.

[@alexgrissom3513]

@@Megatraum504 swish made it seem like their actual games were being compared. At least that’s what I got from it

[@motokavsvlog7737]

19K 9h 365K subs

[@AKWuzHere]

Ja actually never fell off he get hurt for a whole yr n he fall off 🤦🏾‍♂️ wha we doing