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NBA Mock Draft

By Dalton Del Don – Senior Writer

1. Portland Trail Blazers – Greg Oden

Not only is he a center in size, he might also be the most athletic player in the draft as well.

2. Seattle Sonics – Kevin Durant

The easiest selection in NBA draft history? Can’t bench press 185 lbs.

3. Atlanta Hawks – Al Horford

While conventional wisdom suggests an obvious top-two, I actually think Horford makes it a clear-cut top-three, although the Hawks will be hard-pressed to pass on Mike Conley Jr. after letting Chris Paul and Deron Williams slip through their mitts.

4. Memphis Grizzlies – Mike Conley Jr.

He’s legit. Obviously needs to work on his shot.

5. Boston Celtics – Yi Jianlian

Has there ever been a more mysterious prospect? Word is, he might be 44 years old, and the Chinese government is controlling his landing spot.

6. Milwaukee Bucks – Corey Brewer

Tremendous defender. Is a steal here.

7. Minnesota Timberwolves – Brandan Wright

The Wolves move into full-blown rebuild mode.

8. Charlotte Bobcats – Joakim Noah

A polarizing talent, with some likening him to the next Anderson Varejao and others expecting big things.

9. Chicago Bulls – Spencer Hawes

Chicago wants to go big.

10. Sacramento Kings – Jeff Green

Sactown needs to blow it up, and Green is a good building block.

11. Atlanta Hawks – Acie Law

The Hawks finally get their point guard.

12. Philadelphia 76ers – Al Thornton

Could prove to be the sleeper of the draft but is a truly awful passer.

13. New Orleans Hornets – Julian Wright

Is a jump shot away from becoming a perennial All-Star.

14. L.A. Clippers – Nick Young

Clips need a shooter, and Young fits the bill.

15. Detroit Pistons – Rodney Stuckey

The pride of Eastern Washington.

16. Washington Wizards – Javaris Crittenton

Project, but Wizards could use a ballhandler, and Crittenton has legitimate potential.

17. New Jersey Nets – Thaddeus Young

Raw but is very athletic.

18. Golden St. Warriors – Jason Smith

Warriors need another big.

19. L.A. Lakers – Nick Fazegas

Release, rotation, splash.

20. Miami Heat – Petteri Koponen

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8 responses to “NBA Mock Draft”

  1. Robby Avatar
    Robby

    Can you bench press 185? I’m pretty sure I can’t anymore….. Then again, I’m neither big nor black.

  2. RotoScoop Avatar
    RotoScoop

    I haven’t tried in years, but I doubt I could as well. Then again, I’m not getting selected No. 2 in the NBA Draft.

  3. Keith Avatar
    Keith

    J-Rich…why? I’m in shock…

  4. RotoScoop Avatar
    RotoScoop

    I’m really not sure what to make of this. On one hand, J-Rich is expensive and not a true No. 1 guy, with Wright having “tremendous upside potential” (a phrase used to describe anyone with a pulse throughout ESPN’s telecast, but it is true with Wright). And plus, getting an advantage in size is always key in NBA deals.

    That said, the Warriors just beat the No. 1 seed in May, and Wright is definitely a project that is 2-3 years away from making a true impact. Stephen the A Smith was treating J-Rich like some scrub when analyzing this deal, a clearly erroneous assumption.

    My verdict: I honestly don’t watch enough college hoops to truly know what I’m talking about comparing the two, but it’s definitely a gamble, with G. State taking most of the risk here.

  5. Robby Avatar
    Robby

    Couldn’t Shaun Livingston not even bench 135? I’m pretty sure we could both do that. Then again, I heard his legs were absolutely ripped and indestructible… oh wait, nevermind.

  6. Robby Avatar
    Robby

    PS – I like the J-Rich trade a lot.

  7. Keith Avatar
    Keith

    With a step back, and taking the shock out of it, it’s difficult to argue against the J-Rich deal. I didn’t watch UNC much, so I’m not that knowledgeable about Wright either, but it does seem like he and Biedrins would make a pretty formidable front in 2-3 years. It seems like a couple athletic big guys with some slashing wing types and a PG who can penetrate is a solid formula for success. It just hurts losing the heart and soul of the franchise for a guy that’s a couple years away, even if the salary makes it necessary (damn you Foyle!!). I guess they got a $10 million trade excemption, which seems like it could be crazy valuable. If Crash could stay healthy, I’d love to see him end up in the blue and gold. At least the A’s have gotten me used to losing the guys I root the hardest for. I guess it’s just weird for me, because I’m not rooting for the Warriors to win the NBA Finals…I mean, they’re the Warriors for God’s sake; I just want to be entertained! Yi would have done that, and I think a healthy J-Rich next year would have been more productive and entertaining, but oh well…if it makes them better, so be it.

  8. RotoScoop Avatar
    RotoScoop

    Ya, good point. It’s hard to take the Warriors seriously above just being entertaining. But that could be a sick frontline, and they have some cap flexibility as well. And Monta Ellis can step in w/ Bellinelli (a pick I think could be good actually). And I guess B Davis and J Rich didn’t always get along. G. State def. wanted Yi, but hopefully Wright pans out.

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