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Draft Order |
Team |
Projection |
Position |
Stat Line |
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1. |
Chicago |
Derrick Rose |
PG |
14.9ppg, 4.7apg, 4.5rpg |
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At 6’4”, Derrick’s above average size and quickness for a point guard will make a tough cover for any opposing point guard. Given Rose is a Chicago Native, Paxson better get this one right or Bulls fans will lose all remaining faith in the Execs. |
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2. |
Miami |
Michael Beasley |
PF |
26.2ppg, 12.4rpg,1.6bpg |
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This is a no-brainer for Pat Riley. A SF/PF high flying combo of Beasley and Marion would bring in the fans and no doubt bring the Heat back to the post-season in the East. However, don’t sleep on the possibility of Riles dealing the pick down for a couple of quality players. College Team – Kansas State |
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3. |
Minnesota Timberwolves |
O.J. Mayo |
PG |
20.7ppg, 3.3apg, 4.5rpg |
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Although some skeptics have him dropping as of late, we are still high on O.J. This cat has amazing size and athletic abilities for a point guard. He’s NBA ready. Although more of a scoring PG, in Minnesota that may be a perfect combo with Big Al Jefferson’s skill set. Strong PG like a Billups or B. Davis. College Team – USC |
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4. |
Seattle Supersonics |
Jerryd Bayless |
PG/SG |
19.7ppg, 4.0apg, 2.7rpg |
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This year’s draft will have more PG’s in the top ten than in the past. Although most Bayless skeptics aren’t quite sure if he’s really a PG or a SG. He’s a bit of a tweener size wise. The Hoop Doctors like his game and think he can finally rid the Sonics of the Earl Watson/Luke Ridnour debate that is boring fans to death. College Team – Arizona |
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5. |
Memphis Grizzlies |
Brook Lopez |
C |
19.3ppg, 8.2rpg, 2.1bpg |
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After arguably one of the most lopsided trades in NBA history for Pau Gasol this season, the Grizz have a hole in their front line that Kwame Brown could never hope to fill. Maybe the selection of Lopez to log time at the 5 spot will start to heal the pain? College Team – Stanford |
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6. |
New York Knicks |
Eric Gordon |
PG |
20.9ppg, 2.4apg, 3.3rpg |
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The signing of Mike D’Antoni and his brand of high octane offense signaled a changing of the guard in NYC. Some may be concerned about a logjam of combo guards, but in D’Antoni’s system there is no such thing. The more the merrier. College Team – Indiana |
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7. |
LA Clippers |
DJ Augustin |
PG |
19.2ppg, 5.8apg, 1.2spg |
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I’ve been hearing lots of rumors about Elton Brand being a bit unhappy with the personnel moves of the Clipper execs. But until a time that Brand is moved, he’s their franchise man and more than enough skill at the PF spot. DJ might be a bit undersized but he’s got tons of upside. College Team – Texas |
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8. |
Milwaukee Bucks |
Kevin Love |
PF |
17.5ppg, 10.6rpg,1.4bpg |
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With Bogut, Yi, and Villeneuva already young prospects on the Bucks front line, we had some heated debates about this pick. In the end though we just couldn’t justify letting Kevin Love drop any further. Keep in mind Yi has a decent mid-range game, and Villeneuva loves to step out for the long balls. College Team – UCLA |
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9. |
Charlotte Bobcats |
Danilo Gallinari |
SF |
14.9ppg, 4.2rpg, 1.7apg |
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If Tyler Hansborough didn’t decide to head back for another year, we would have to assume MJ would have been lobbying for him. Although Danilo is young and a bit raw, he has that international experience that allows him to play beyond his years already. Huge upside potential. College Team – None |
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10. |
New Jersey Nets |
DeAndre Jordan |
C |
7.9ppg, 6.0rpg, 1.3bpg |
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The Nets need a Center. There is no question that the 5 spot is their biggest weakness. DeAndre Jordan is a 7-footer with a huge wingspan and good timing. He’s generally knocked for being a bit soft. Might be a risky pick, but so was Andrew Bynum right? College Team – Texas A&M |
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11. |
Indiana |
Anthony Randolph |
PF |
15.6ppg, 8.5rpg, 2.3bpg |
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Randolph may be skinny but a bit more size will come with age. He has pretty good handle and a soft touch, so you could always give him some burn at the 3 spot. Picture this kid running with Granger, Dunleavy, and Tinsley. Could but fun to watch. Could develop into a poor man’s Chris Bosh. College Team – Louisiana State |
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12. |
Sacramento Kings |
Russell Westbrook |
PG/SG |
12.7ppg, 4.3apg, 3.9rpg |
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The Kings need a point guard bad. And although some would argue that Russell Westbrook isn’t a true point guard, who says the Kings system requires one. Coupling Westbrook with Kevin Martin in the backcourt creates a ton of match up problems for the opposition. With Artest at SF it makes it even more difficult. College Team – UCLA |
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13. |
Portland Trailblazers |
Donte Green |
SF |
17.7ppg, 7.2rpg, 2.0apg |
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It’s almost unfair for the rest of the NBA that the Blazers are getting another high pick. This team in 3-4 years will be so good it’s scary. Think of a lineup of Oden, Aldridge, Green, Webster, and Roy. Wow! College Team – Syracuse |
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14. |
Golden State Warriors |
JaVale McGee |
C |
14.1ppg, 7.3rpg, 2.8bpg |
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Golden State is a finely tuned offensive machine. McGee could contribute on the glass, and has excellent timing on his shot blocking ability. Although skeptics knock his shot-selection, luckily there is no such thing as a bad shot in Golden State. College Team – Nevada |
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15. |
Atlanta Hawks to |
Kosta Koufos |
C |
14.4ppg, 6.7rpg, 1.8bpg |
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With the Suns running with Shaquille O’Neal and a new coach next year, I’m sure their style will be a bit more balanced offensive/defensive. If that’s the case they will need a decent true center to back up O’Neal for his usual 20-30 missed games. College Team – Ohio State |
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16. |
Philadelphia 76ers |
Chase Budinger |
SF |
17.1ppg, 5.4rpg, 2.9apg |
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One of the most improved and surprising teams last year, the 76ers could really use some more scoring punch. Budinger is just what the doctor ordered. Since they traded Korver they have needed some more players with an outside touch. Budinger provides this and more. College Team – Arizona |
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17. |
Toronto |
Chris Douglas Roberts |
SG |
18.1ppg, 4.1rpg, 1.8apg |
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Besides Bosh and Calderon did any Raptor player this year do anything offensively besides shoot threes? CDR is a slasher, with a killer first step. Pure scorer, which is just what the Raptors need to complement their outside game and Bosh’s beastly inside game. College Team – Memphis |
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18. |
Washington Wizards |
Brandon Rush |
SF |
13.3ppg, 2.1apg, 5.1rpg |
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Brandon has been on the radar for years, and we think he’s finally ready to contribute. The Wizards could use his mental toughness and confidence. His first couple years he could be a good backup for Caron Butler. College Team – Kansas |
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19. |
Cleveland Cavaliers |
Nicolas Batum |
SF |
8.5ppg, 3.5rpg, 2.7apg |
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Very athletic player, who works hard on both ends of the floor. Doesn’t need a lot of touches or points to affect the game in a positive way. Could be another good role player alongside Lebron James. College Team – None |
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20. |
Denver |
Tywon Lawson |
PG |
12.7ppg, 5.2apg, 2.7rpg |
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Tywon is going to be one of the fastest players in the league. Aside from being lighting quick, he’s a great passer and has enough confidence to quarterback an NBA team. A lot of skeptics are concerned with his size, but we think his size is not an issue, because he has decent footwork, and Camby to correct some mistakes. College Team – North Carolina |
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21. |
Dallas |
Darrell Arthur |
PF |
12.8ppg, 6.3rpg, 1.3bpg |
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New Jersey needs more of a scoring punch so they don’t have to rely so heavily on Vince Carter and Richard Jefferson. Arthur could round out their team a little bit and give them an added plus of a few blocked shots. College Team – Kansas |
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22. |
Orlando Magic |
Courtney Lee |
SG |
20.4ppg, 4.9rpg, 2.1apg |
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Took the unlikely Western Kentucky to the Sweet 16. A phenomenal scoring talent with a great mid-range game. Would be another scoring threat for the Magic to help free up the double teams on Dwight Howard. College Team – Western Kentucky |
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23. |
Utah Jazz |
Roy Hibbert |
C |
13.4ppg, 6.4rpg, 2.2bpg |
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Tough, smart, and competitive. The perfect fit for a Jerry Sloan team. Utah has a lot of bigs that play more of a mid to long range game, so the addition of a true center would be a welcome sight for the Jazz. College Team – Georgetown |
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24. |
Phoenix Suns |
Marreese Speights |
C |
14.5ppg, 8.1rpg, 1.4bpg |
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Great post player. He is a bit undersized at Center, but would be a great addition in Seattle who are pretty weak on their front line, with very poor rebounding performances. College Team – Florida |
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25. |
Houston Rockets |
Robin Lopez |
PF |
10.2ppg, 5.7rpg, 2.3bpg |
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Since we have to assume that the great Dikembe Mutumbo truly can’t play forever, it’s time for Houston to start thinking about a good backup for Yao. Robin is a great shot blocker and a decent role player. Listed as PF, but at 7’0” he might be a better resource as a backup C. College Team – Stanford |
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26. |
San Antonio Spurs |
J.J. Hickson |
PF |
14.8ppg, 8.5rpg, 1.5bpg |
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Hardnosed player that loves to pound the offensive glass. Could be a good energy role player for the Spurs. Another one to add to their list of tough rebounders. College Team – NC State |
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27. |
New Orleans Hornets |
Jason Thompson |
PF |
20.4ppg,12.1rpg, 2.7bpg |
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Jason is raw as hell. Criticized for poor defensive efforts, but playing on a team with Chris Paul directing the traffic the Hornets can’t go wrong here. Paul will make Thompson an even better scorer, and if Thompson slips this far, a lot of people may end up shaking their heads in the future. College Team – Rider |
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28. |
Memphis from LA Lakers |
Joe Alexander |
PF |
16.2ppg, 6.1rpg |
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Aggressive player that likes to get to the rim and free throw line. Another scorer to help fill the void left by Pau Gasol. College Team – West Virginia |
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29. |
Detroit Pistons |
Alexis Ajinca |
C |
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7’1” tall with a ridiculous wingspan. He’s from France and just as most European’s has great fundamentals. We have him at 29 now, but as the June draft date nears you may see this cat move up as high as the top 15. He seems to be raising more and more eyebrows with his play. College Team – None |
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30. |
Boston Celtics |
Devon Hardin |
C |
9.3ppg, 7.4rpg, 1.2rpg |
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Big body, aggressive, and tough. He is the type of player who would thrive with a defensive team. The perfect fit for the Celtics and Tom Thibodeau style of defense. If he slips to the Celtics they will be ecstatic. College Team – California |
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