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| InterMilan31 |
NBA Fans come on tomarrow is the start of the 2006-2007 NBA Season.
My fav night next to the NBA Playoff nights and All Star Saturday Night
My fav team the Knicks have the 8th pick and 30th in the first round. Want them to get Warrick from Syracuse with the 8th but probably wont happen. I see him as a Kevin Garnett type player when he finishes developing.
Bogut the college player of the year might go 1st to the Bucks.
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| SlackerBoy9 |
mock taken from fanball.com.i don't agree with these picks at all.
1. Milwaukee Bucks: Andrew Bogut, C, Utah
After both Bogut and Marvin Williams visited Cheesetown earlier this week, no definitive decision seemed to come out of either player's workout. Both impressed, but the general feeling from Milwaukee is that they'll take the big man. It's probably the safer pick (read: boring), and the Bucks have proven that they're not afraid to take a chance on a big, ugly guy from Utah (Keith Van Horn).
2. Atlanta Hawks: Chris Paul, PG, Wake Forest
Word on the street is that A-Town is down with the Bucks' leftovers, be it Bogut or Marvin Williams, but a quick scan of Mike Woodson's roster suggests that point guard is the play. Paul is an immediate upgrade over Tyronn Lue and Royal Ivey and would be a good fit with last year's rooks Josh Smith and Josh Childress who already occupy Marvin's small forward spot. If the Hawks are satisfied with either Paul or Deron Williams, they could get more picks by moving down a few spots.
3. Portland Trail Blazers: Marvin Williams, F, North Carolina
What makes Paul Allen happier than a Microsoft stock split? Just catch him on his Blackberry and tell him that Marvin Williams slipped to No.3. This is likely the only way the Trailblazers hang on to this pick, since they have Sebastian Telfair firmly entrenched at the point. For the sake of his long-term development, we can imagine better places for Marv.
4. New Orleans Hornets: Deron Williams, PG, Illinois
Williams has performed so well in workouts that some are beginning to wonder whether he's actually the top point guard in the draft ahead of Paul. Rumors are beginning to surface that he could actually be an option with the second overall selection. However, if the Hawks are willing to take him at No. 2, they'll be able to trade down and still get him. No matter who owns the pick, Williams is likely to be the fourth player selected and is on the short list of immediate fantasy impact rookies.
5. Charlotte Bobcats: Gerald Green, G/F, Gulf Shores Academy (H.S.)
Green is the top high school player in the draft and is a perfect fit for a team that isn't expected to win many games. He has had maturity issues in the past and will need to spend the summer bulking up, but his raw athleticism is too great to be ignored. He's probably not going to help too many fantasy teams out early in the year, but he'll be a name to remember if he works his way into the Bobcats rotation.
6. Utah Jazz: Raymond Felton, PG, North Carolina
A point guard platoon of Raul Lopez, Keith McLeod and Howard Eisley was nothing more than a stop-gap last season. He's exactly the floor general the Jazz needs, and if he starts, assists and steals should be there for the taking. On the other side of the floor, he'll be the best defensive point guard the Jazz have seen since Stockton.
7. Toronto Raptors: Danny Granger, SF, New Mexico
Granger's stock has risen to the point where he's now being compared to Shawn Marion. The Raps will think about Felton (if he's around) since they need help at the point, but Granger is simply too good an athlete to pass up. He has a chance to step in at small forward and be a primary option for the Raptors right away, meaning he could be one of the biggest statistical contributors of this year's fantasy class.
8. New York Knicks: Channing Frye, C, Arizona
This selection is about as locked in as Tim Duncan's legacy. The Knicks finished last in the NBA in blocked shots and have just one big man (something called Bruno Sundov) over 6-10. Frye should be able to step into a starting role early on and, at the least, contribute on the defensive end.
9. Golden State Warriors: Hakim Warrick, PF, Syracuse
With the Warriors possibly modeling themselves after the Suns and Sonics, it's only proper to grab an athletic forward who can run the floor and flush the rock. He'll make Baron Davis look like a bearded, chubby version of Steve Nash.
10. Los Angeles Lakers: Fran Vazquez, PF, Spain
There is a lot of talk about the Lakers either moving out of this spot or taking Shaq-sized center prospect Andrew Bynum here. All we know is that while Vazquez is a polished, experienced big man who could help the Lakers, he's not going to be the difference in taking Phil Jackson back to the playoffs. It would shock us if the Lakers didn't make a move—potentially jumping up to grab one of the three dynamic point guards—but in the event that this is the pick, Vazquez is a nice value.
11. Orlando Magic: Martell Webster, SG, Seattle Prep (WA)
After years of training with Mr. Papadapolis, Webster is ready to take his talents to the NBA. Martell is a sharpshooter who can fill it up from anywhere on the floor. He also has a knack for rebounding that is uncommon for an 18-year-old. Like any high-schooler not named LeBron, it would be unwise to expect steady fantasy contributions from Webster right away.
12. Los Angeles Clippers: Yaroslav Korolev, SF, Russia
If you reflect on that high school sweetheart of yours who showed no faults, provided an enjoyable after-prom, and was rewarded with a cute promise ring, then you'll understand the relationship the Clips reportedly have with Korolev. Rumors persist that Korolev has been given a promise by the Clippers that, if he's there when they pick at 12, they will select him. It's hard to blame them given his athleticism, long-range shot, and solid ball-handling skills, but he will get pushed around by more physical defenders. Not unlike you when the popular jock stole your prom date.
13. Charlotte Bobcats: Joey Graham, SF, Oklahoma State
Having already grabbed the next T-Mac (Green) earlier, this pick is essentially wide open. With Emeka Okafor and Green already in the fold to build around, the athletic Graham fits in well as a complementary piece. He played at the highest level in college ball and tested out physically as one of the best athletes in the draft. He should be able to step in and contribute right away for the Cats; in fact, he'll probably make a bigger fantasy impact than Green, selected eight spots ahead of him.
14. Minnesota Timberwolves: Antoine Wright, SG, Texas A&M
The Wolves have been loosely tied to high school big man Andrew Bynum, but it would be absurd for them to pass up on either Graham or Wright here. Wright is a 6-7 swingman with a deft outside touch, good handles, and solid rebounding skills. The Wolves need someone who can help now and replace Latrell Sprewell. Wright fits the bill.
15. New Jersey Nets: Ike Diogu, PF, Arizona State
The missing piece to the Nets' puzzle is found in the desert. Diogu will fill the gap that was missing after Kenyon Martin darted to Denver. He came into the draft season with concerns about his size, but measured up with a wingspan that has scouts thinking Elton Brand. He fills up the paint with his wide frame and would provide the Nets with a much-needed post presence.
16. Toronto Raptors: Andrew Bynum, C, St. Joseph's (NJ)
The age-old adage says you can't teach height. Outside of super-sizing it regularly, you can't really teach weight either, which explains why the 7-0, 300-pound Bynum is attracting a ton of attention as draft day approaches. The 17-year-old has reportedly shown much more polish that scouts expected, and teams in the lottery are clamoring for his enormous body. The Raptors can play Chris Bosh at the four and new small forward Granger at the three, leaving the pivot to Bynum for years to come.
17. Indiana Pacers: Martynas Andriuskevicius, PF, Lithuania
Marty has been compared to both Dirk Nowitzki and Arvydas Sabonis by various scouts. The Sabonis comparisons abound because of his great passing skills and his ability to shoot from the outside might be downright Dirk-like. The Pacers are hopeful he will develop into a clone of either of those players, and they have a roster that affords them the luxury of bringing him along slowly.
18. Boston Celtics: Roko Ukic, PG, Serbia
The Celtics are probably inclined to let veteran Gary Payton walk this offseason, which would create a void at the point guard spot. Ukic has virtually all the traits you want there—athleticism, quickness, ball-handling, and the work ethic necessary to address any deficiencies (jump shot). With Delonte West playing well as a rook, the Celtics can take their time developing him and building up his slight frame.
19. Memphis Grizzlies: Jarrett Jack, PG, Georgia Tech
Jack thought about withdrawing from the draft, but his decision pays off even though he is the fifth point guard to be selected. The Grizzlies have not been discreet about their unhappiness with Jason Williams, and they very well may lose free agent Earl Watson. Jack's a good floor general with size, athleticism, and leadership that will endear him to Jerry West. His fantasy potential depends largely on what happens with Williams and Watson.
20. Denver Nuggets: Francisco Garcia, SG, Louisville
The Nuggets need to fill their void at shooting guard, and it makes sense for them to accomplish their goal with the first of their two picks. Garcia is a polished sharpshooter with a big heart and leadership skills, and we have to believe that George Karl isn't looking to add a project to his burgeoning club. Garcia can help right away, although he probably wouldn't be much of a fantasy factor with 'Melo and the other Denver scorers.
21. Phoenix Suns: Sean May, PF, North Carolina
May is a great fit for the Suns, sans the baby fat. He'll help Amare Stoudemire focus solely on filling it up while he morphs into a glass-cleaning aficionado. You have to like any capable player in the Suns potent system, and May has the potential to be a double-double monster down the road. If the Suns have Kurt Thomas in the fold by draft night, they may look for a swingman to replace Q-Rich. Turkey's Ersan Ilyasova fits the bill.
22. Denver Nuggets: Ersan Ilyasova, SF, Turkey
With two picks in the first round, and Garcia addressing the Nuggets need for a shooter, there's no pressing need for an immediate impact guy. Ilyasova might be a higher prospect than Korolev if not for an ankle injury he's just now getting over. Be it overseas or in the NBDL, Denver can make sure he's healthy and getting experience before they throw him to the fire.
23. Sacramento Kings: Rashad McCants, SG, North Carolina
McCants isn't dropping this far because teams don't believe in his talent. Instead, his size and frequent attitude problems are causing him to fall. Nobody at this point of the draft is without question marks, so if McCants can keep his head on straight and work hard to improve his game, the Kings may get a steal.
24. Houston Rockets: Wayne Simien, PF, Kansas
The Rockets might be tempted by Chris Taft, but this is the safer pick. His durability and defense has never been questioned by scouts, and neither does anyone doubt he has the ability to play the four at the next level. He should compete immediately for playing time and eventually take over as the starter. That being said, he is unlikely to offer much fantasy value in his rookie season beyond rebounding digits.
25. Seattle Sonics: Charlie Villanueva, PF, Connecticut
To put it mildly, the Sonics are in need a few big bodies. They had a void inside to begin with, and now they could lose Jerome James and Vitaly Potapenko to free agency—not that having either would prevent them from going big. They already have a center project in 2004 draft pick Robert Swift, and Villanueva is far too talented to pass on at this point, despite his questionable attitude. He's a gifted scorer and would be a physical presence in the paint for the Sonics.
26. Detroit Pistons: Julius Hodge, SG, N.C. State
We went through this agony last weekend when trying to buy a Father's Day gift. What do you give a team that has everything? The Pistons have no free agents and no major needs. However, it would be nice to add a guy who can fill minutes behind Hamilton and Prince, and the N.C. State senior would be able to fill that role immediately.
27. Utah Jazz: Johan Petro, C, France
This is a pet project for Jerry Sloan, one that could drive the longest tenured NBA coach to an early grave. Petro needs to develop his game, but he's got the size (7-1, 250) of a true NBA center. He could be a great complimentary player to AK-47 and Carlos Boozer if given the right guidance. However, he's at least another year or two away from making any fantasy impact.
28. San Antonio Spurs: Mickael Gelebale, SF, France
As usual, the champs have most of the pieces in place. Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobili are all locked up long term, meaning the Spurs need to keep populating their bench with complementary role players. Gelebale is a 6-7 hustler who plays aggressive defense and shoots it from deep. Sounds just about perfect.
29. Miami Heat: Kennedy Winston, SF, Alabama
Winston averaged almost 18 points a game as a junior for the Crimson Tide last season and is one of the better pure scorers available at this point in the draft. The Heat could use another reliable weapon to compliment their two megastars, but Winston has to learn to buckle down on defense if he wants to see enough burn to help out your fantasy team.
30. New York Knicks: Chris Taft, PF, Pittsburgh
What a difference a season makes. Taft began the collegiate season as an undisputed top-10 pick, but after a season in which he lacked assertiveness and effort, his stock fell like a ton of bricks. Still, his mix of size, athleticism, strength, and power is a rarity that scouts covet. When draft season opened, Taft was a possible option for the Knicks at No. 8, so there's little reason to pass on him at No. 30. Of course, Isiah may have just traded his only legitimate big man (Thomas) for another pass-second, 40-percent field goal shooter (Richardson), so all bets are off. |
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| SlackerBoy9 |
fox sports/tsn:
Bucks Marvin Williams SF UNC 6-9
There is a whole lotta sweating going down in Milwaukee. Terry Porter already lost his job. Porter was a Bogut fan and believed in building from the inside out. Could that mean Williams is the man?
2. Hawks Andrew Bogut C Utah 7-0
Might be the easiest pick in the draft. We're pretty sure that the Hawks can't screw this up. "Pretty sure" we said. All of a sudden the Hawks are reportedly in love with Deron Williams so a trade isn't out of the realm of possibility. More likely it's just pre-draft chatter or some kind of smokescreen from Atlanta.
3. Trail Blazers Chris Paul PG Wake Forest 5-11
We're assuming this pick won't be the Blazers'. Portland wants nothing to do with it. Nothing. Here's the question: Is there a team that wants to move up and give Portland some real value in return? Teams that need a point guard sitting lower: Utah, Boston, Charlotte, Miami, Lakers and the Clippers. Ante up, boys.
4. Hornets Deron Williams PG Illinois 6-3
Dan Dickau is the unhappiest guy in hoops right about now. At No. 4, the Hornets are likely to land their next starting point guard. Scouts we've talked to are split 50/50 on their Paul/Williams preference, but either way, the feelgood ride for Dickau is done.
5. Bobcats Raymond Felton PG UNC 6-0
The Bobcats may find themselves in a bad place. The 'Cats need either Paul or Deron to slip. Otherwise, they have a tough choice. Assuming Paul and Williams are gone, there is no perfect pick. So we'll go with a big hunch and say they take Felton. Makes sense ... with him and Okafor you have experienced winners.
6. Jazz Martell Webster SG/SF Seattle Prep 6-7
The Jazz could trade up for the Blazers' pick. If they stay here, their options are limited based on need. They're solid upfront, but could use some help in the backcourt. Webster has been up and down draft boards but nobody questioned his talent. Webster comes to Utah with a great coach and a green light.
7. Raptors Gerald Green SF/SG Gulf Shores Academy 6-8
The Raptors sweat Green and love the thought of landing the next T-Mac. We're pretty sure that Sam Mitchell would love to see some maturity on this squad though and the Raptors could fight the urge to draft a high schooler (see: Danny Granger).
8. Knicks Channing Frye PF/C Arizona 6-10
Although this looks like a lock, NYC isn't the only squad to love Frye and there is a possibility that he could go before the Knicks pick.
9. Warriors Danny Granger SF New Mexico 6-8
The Warriors job for the draft? Just don't screw up. G-State is coming off a terrific finish to last season and wants to win this season. We think they'll draft safe and take someone who can ball right now. If Granger is still available, they have to take him.
10. Lakers Charlie Villaneuva PF UConn 6-11
Think the Lakers are running things with Chris Mihm in the paint? Villaneuva is one of the more intriguing players. Physically he has the pieces, but hasn't put it all together. If he doesn't go here, he may be waiting a while. We don't believe the Andrew Bynum guarantee. Phil Jackson coaching a high schooler? Can't see it.
11. Magic Fran Vasquez C Spain 6-11
An athletic – if still somewhat raw - big man, Vasquez would pair nicely with Dwight Howard on Orlando's front line.
12. Clippers Antoine Wright SG/SF Texas A&M 6-7
The Clips have been at the center of a consistent rumor recently — that they guaranteed Korolev they'll draft him here. The Clips have denied it to anyone who'll listen. Either they're telling the truth, or they're afraid he'll go early. They obviously like him. But with Wright still on the board, they take a guy who helps now.
13. Bobcats Andrew Bynum C St. Joseph High School 6-11
Bynum is the mystery player. Has great size and had impressive workouts, but isn't ready for The League. The Lakers are infatuated, but we don't see them taking a project. The T-Wolves are interested too. But we think the 'Cats grab him at lucky No. 13 and patiently develop him. Charlotte has time to wait.
14. Timberwolves Jarrett Jack PG Georgia Tech 6-3
Surprise, surprise. Too early you say? Maybe, but the T-Wolves need a guy here who can play now. They could use a point guard for the future also (if you didn't notice, Sam isn't getting any younger), and Jack reportedly has a Top 20 guarantee. Look for a surprise here of the Jack/Julius Hodge variety.
15. Nets Hakim Warrick SF/PF Syracuse 6-8
We want this to happen. Hakim Warrick should want this to happen. The Nets should want this to happen. Can you picture the Kidd to Warrick oops? Think back two years to Kenyon/Kidd. A perfect fit.
16. Raptors Sean May PF UNC 6-8
We looked long and hard at every team's style of play to try to find a place higher where Sean May could be picked. At No. 16, the Raptors get a steal and some much needed toughness and maturity.
17. Pacers Francisco Garcia G Louisville 6-7
Francisco Garcia marks the beginning of the list of players who could go anywhere from mid-first to late second. We've been watching him from his days at Rucker Park and the EBC. Garcia is nasty.
18. Celtics Roko Ukic PG Croatia 6-5
Someone close to the Celtics told us there is a good chance that Boston will take an international player and stash him away in Europe for a year or two. We know the C's like Ukic.
19. Grizzlies Joey Graham SF Oklahoma State 6-7
A steal for the Grizzlies. Memphis always looks to take refined, coachable players in the draft. We know they love Julius Hodge, who could easily be taken here, but if Joey Graham slides this far, they probably take Graham over Hodge.
20. Nuggets Yaroslav Korolev SG/SF Russia 6-9
Korolev didn't even play with CSKA's first team in Moscow this season, but a great performance for scouts in a junior tourney at the Final Four changed things. He's extremely versatile and skilled for his size, but some teams question his temperament, since he's so fiery on the court (keep in mind he's only 18 years old).
21. Suns Wayne Simien PF Kansas 6-8
You don't think the Suns are going to roll out there with "Wultah" being their seventh or eighth man do you? Phoenix needs cheap, front line depth and Simien fits the bill.
22. Nuggets Salim Stoudamire PG Arizona 6-1
Salim would be fired up to hear his name announced here. We're big fans. Stoudamire has a legit NBA skill – he can shoot the lights out. Denver needs an outside threat and the Arizona cat could be the perfect role player.
23. Kings Johan Petro PF/C France 7-0
Johan Petro is a strange case. His size and athletic ability generated huge buzz two years ago. First-round talent and the opportunity to hold his rights while he matures overseas makes Petro a probable Top 25 pick.
24. Rockets Chris Taft PF Pittsburgh 6-10
Hard to believe that just a few months ago, people were talking about Chris Taft as the potential #1 pick in the draft. His lackluster play this season and whatever has happened in workouts seem to have cost him millions. He's still worth a gamble at the end of the first round.
25. Sonics Julius Hodge SG NC State 6-7
The Sonics love Hodge. He won't get past Seattle at this pick.
26. Pistons Rashad McCants SG North Carolina 6-3
A prediction – nobody will slide more in this draft than McCants. The Pistons would be a great situation for McCants where he'd have fellow 'Heel alum Rasheed Wallace to steer his course.
27. Jazz Ike Diogu PF Arizona St. 6-8
Another guy who could go anywhere from 10-30. Seems someone gave Ike a first-round guarentee and he's 100 percent a first-round talent. Ike can play a role off the bench now. These late first-rounders are proving to have plenty of value and the Jazz are pumped to get a player of Ike's abilities and experience.
28. Spurs Martynas Andriuskevicius C Lithuania 7-2
Plenty of mock drafts within the last year had Martynas going No. 1 or 2. So what happened? The kid is probably two to three years from being ready to run in The League. Nobody can be more patient than the Spurs. That being said, this kid could easily go in the lottery too. Crazy draft.
29. Heat Ryan Gomes SF Providence 6-8
We're big fans of Gomes. At this point, Gomes is the best offensive player left in this draft. He debated coming out last year, but everyone told him that they needed to see if he could shoot the ball. So what did he do? Gomes made 52 three's last season, going 39 percent from beyond the stripe.
30. Knicks Mile Ilic C Partizan Belgrade 7-1
The Knicks take a risk and hope that they can develop Ilic into an NBA player. Let the Freddy Weiss chants begin. |
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| Eddie N MIAMI |
dont know much about alot of these players but one of the mock drafts I read about the Heat getting Ryan Gomes, the guy sounds good to me.
on sports center they said it looks like Bogut will go to the Bucks |
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| LeopoldStotch |
| quote: | Originally posted by SlackerBoy9
mock taken from fanball.com.i don't agree with these picks at all.
7. Toronto Raptors: Danny Granger, SF, New Mexico
Granger's stock has risen to the point where he's now being compared to Shawn Marion. The Raps will think about Felton (if he's around) since they need help at the point, but Granger is simply too good an athlete to pass up. He has a chance to step in at small forward and be a primary option for the Raptors right away, meaning he could be one of the biggest statistical contributors of this year's fantasy class.
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i would not be surprised if toronto picks this guy up, and then the hornets and raptors have some kind of deal worked out where granger and donyell marshall/jalen rose goes to the hornets for "big cat" maggloire (whose name has been appearing in trade offers as of late) and probably either dickau or speedy claxton (likely claxton, because toronto wouldnt want dickau) .. this would be a fan fare trade, since big cat goes back to canada (his home) and granger comes home (nawlins)
i could mention chris bosh or morris peterson, but i don't think toronto is crazy enough to trade these guys .. |
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I'm a Blazers fan. I want Marvin Williams but I think he's going 2 to Hotlanta. Only if there is some big surprise will we get the eventual best player from this draft. So, I want a trade out of that pick like everyone talks about to acquire more picks. Of course the best is with Charlotte for the 5th and 13th picks. Big if there.
Looks like the Blazers really like Martell Webster who is considered to be a lot like Glen Rice. We need shooters but who knows about a high school guy. The guy is built though a la Lebron coming out of high school. Gerald Green is considered the better athlete but more immature at this stage and the Blazers are probably leery of that considering half their team is already filled with knuckleheads. But maybe they're throwing up a smokescreen.
I'm going to the Garden tomorrow to watch the draft. I will yell out at the dudes jocking the pink suits. I will also scream "Noooooooo, why the did we draft Donovan McNabb... he sucks!!! We want Ricky Williams."
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| verndogs |
| quote: | 0. Knicks Mile Ilic C Partizan Belgrade 7-1
The Knicks take a risk and hope that they can develop Ilic into an NBA player. Let the Freddy Weiss chants begin.Let the Freddy Weiss chants begin. |
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I still remember that draft pick.
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