Pre-draft season continues at the 76ers Training Complex, as six new prospects
visited the facility for Thursday’s workout.
Here’s some of what was said following the practice:
Shizz Alston Jr.
For Shizz Alston Jr., a visit to the Sixers’ facility holds a profound meaning.
Between his Philadelphia upbringing to his four seasons at Temple, Alston’s
roots in the area are deep. Following the workout, Alston discussed the idea of
potentially playing in Philadelphia:
” my favorite team growing up, I would love that – just bringing a Philly guy to
the Sixers. I think that would mean a lot for the city of Philadelphia, and also
for me.”
Alston noted that two Temple greats share Sixers’ ties. He said Marc Jackson and
current Temple head coach Aaron McKie serve as inspirations.
“It would be a dream come true to play for the Sixers.”
Dylan Windler
After four years at Belmont, Dylan Windler brings a veteran presence with
shooting prowess to this year’s draft class. He led the Ohio Valley Conference
by shooting 42.9% from deep, and said he could fill in wherever necessary on an
NBA team.
“I think I could come in, be a good role player for them early on. Obviously
those guys are superstars, so I’m just trying to fit in where I can, and help
out the team where I can — knocking down shots, making hustle plays, getting
extra efforts, and crashing the glass for sure.”
Windler said he’s enjoyed the pre-draft process, embracing the challenges along
the way:
“Today was a lot of fun. It was very competitive, fast-paced — that’s what you
like to see as a competitor.”
.@BelmontMBB’s @Dylan_Windler23 goes one-on-one with @brianseltzer after
Thursday’s pre-draft workout at the Complex. #HereTheyCome
pic.twitter.com/9ni3ltHW0r– Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) June 6, 2019
.@BelmontMBB’s @Dylan_Windler23 goes one-on-one with @brianseltzer after
Thursday’s pre-draft workout at the Complex. #HereTheyCome
pic.twitter.com/9ni3ltHW0r
Josh Perkins
Following a decorated four years at Gonzaga and an All-West Coast Conference
First Team selection in 2018-19, Josh Perkins is welcoming the grind of draft
season:
“I love it. In retrospect, I’m close to achieving a dream. Not everybody gets to
work out in NBA arenas on a day-to-day basis. So really, it’s a blessing. I just
take it day by day, and try to learn, and embrace every opportunity I’m
getting.”
Perkins appeared in the 2017 National Championship game, and said that his
college experiences under the brightest lights prepared him well for the next
level:
“I played at GU, played in a lot of NBA arenas, so I kind of got the kinks out
in college. To be here… I’m just that much closer to living out a dream. So I
just want to give it my all, and chase what I really want.”
Jaylen Hoard
Jaylen Hoard echoed Josh Perkins’ sentiments about playing on some of college
basketball’s biggest stages. He said conference play in the ACC during his
freshman season at Wake Forest prepared him for pro ball in more ways than one:
“Every game was tough. I learned a lot, just playing that type of competition. I
feel like it prepared me for all of this. You go in packed houses every game on
the road, even at home. I feel like in the NBA, it won’t be too much of a
transition atmosphere-wise. Obviously, the game will be different – the NBA is a
totally different level. But as far as the atmosphere, I feel like I’ll be
prepared.”
Donta Hall
Donta Hall, a native of Luverna AL and four-year player for the Crimson Tide,
said he’s ready to leave Alabama for the first time in order to chase his dream.
As pre-draft season continues, Hall said he’s taking time to savor the moment:
“I’ve just been embracing it, learning each and every day, each and every
workout. Just taking it all in, learning the game, and being a student of the
game.”
Harry Froling
Harry Froling has seen his fair share of international play against stiff
competition. Following NCAA seasons at SMU and Marquette, he returned to
Australia to play for the Adelaide 36ers. After the workout, Froling reflected
on his journey:
“I think it’s been great. College was good for the experience. Leading up to
college, I played at the world championships against Jayson Tatum, De’Aaron Fox,
all those guys. Then I played in the Hoop Summit against DeAndre Ayton, and the
NBA Global Camp was really good for me where I had a really good camp against
all the guys that are in the NBA right now. That’s really helped me learn to
play like those guys, and play at this level.”
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