Kyrie Irving PG, Fr, Duke.
The News:
Irving remains the Top prospect up to the last hour. Everybody would be shocked if The Cavs invents a draft strategy where they take Williams over Irving, and draft a PG with Knight or Walker at 4.
Chances to be taken here?
95%
Reminds folks of?
Chris Paul, Mike Conley, Terrell Brandon
Best Case<->Worst Case/Ratio?
Franchise first pass PG <-> overestimated roleplayer who would have needed more college experience/70:30
Why him?
Nearly the only prospect with Allstar or Franchise player potential.
Why this team?
They need everything and everybody to get back on track. Start with: a franchise player possibility. baron davis is old and can teach the kid something.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Kanter (Good complement for Verajao & Hickson) , Williams (BPA) / -
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Jazz
Most Mocks have here?
Again 98% Irving & 1%Williams, 1% Kanter
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
1 / 1 / 2
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2. (5) Minnesota Timberwolves (traded to Cleveland Cavaliers) -
Derrick Williams PF/SF, So, Arizona.
The News:
I assume here, that The T-Wolves - who shop Williams desperately as he would crash with Michael Beasley at the Forward position - make a trade on Draft day. They have reportedly offers from the Rockets, Pacers, Warriors and Bucks, but my guess is they will give the green light for the Cavs offer of the #4 pick and J.J. Hickson. The Cavaliers would also receive Minnys pick #20 they officially shop. The Cavaliers get their dreamteam in Irving and Williams here, for their so forced rebuilding.
(in case of no trade)
ENES KANTER
I'm sticking here to my original mock and let them grab Kanter over Williams because of team need and their liking of Europeans, instead of taking another tweener.
Chances to be taken here?
95%
Reminds folks of?
Antawn Jamison, David West, Michael Beasley
Best Case<->Worst Case/Ratio?
a new powerful PF in the league <-> A Tweener, who can't establish himself as an great NBA player/60:40
Why him?
He is actually the 2nd best player in the draft, if you are listening to the big Mockery. An perfect Combo Forward, who have a slight chance of having an impact on a Franchise.
Why this team?
It's a no brainer at this point of the Draft to take him. Williams would be a steal. Plus the Kings are actually also in need of a SF, so that would be the perfect fit.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Kanter, Valanciunas (team need at C) / Knight, Walker (no PG needed as Rubio arrives)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Cavs / -
Most Mocks have here?
Williams (90%), Kanter (10%)
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
1 / 2 / 3
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3. (1) Utah Jazz (traded to the Washington Wizards) -
Enes Kanter C/PF Turkey.
The News:
The rumor is spread all over the place since weeks. The Wiz wants Kanter and he just wants to play on their court. So I have them trading for him here. My scenario would be they get the Nr. 3 pick and Kanter with it. They will have to offer more than they like, so my bet would be on the #6 pick, the #18 pick and maybe even a good young player like Jordan Crawford (the Jazz desperately need a shooter). The Wizards and Kanter both get what the wanted - each other. The Wiz can move on and build around Wall, McGee and Kanter and trade Blatche.
(in case of no trade):
ENES KANTER
If this trade does not go down, i'm pretty sure the Jazz would still grab Kanter, and not Knight. He kind of fits in the uniform, something i wouldn't say about Knight. And actually all those mocks before having Knight at 3 don't stand on any ground of information, as the Jazz didn't let slip through anything. As nobody knows what the Jazz will do, the very latest rumors even support my assumptions.
Chances to be taken here?
50%
Reminds people of?
Al Jefferson, Al Horford, DeMarcus Cousins
Best Case<->Worst Case/Ratio?
2nd Banana, Top 7 Center <-> just another big body with more talent/50:50
Why him?
Kanter is maybe the only true Center talent in the draft.
Why this team?
Despite the fact that the Jazz have a pretty crowded frontcourt with Jefferson, Millsap and Favors, Kanter would be a different kind of player and fit quiet well into the Jazz system. They can consider trading one of the others or simply let Millsap slide to the 3. Also, a European pospect fits very well with the Jazz to my eyes.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Valanciunas (if they see in him the better player than Kanter), Knight, Walker (PG need), Fredette (if they really wanna take him that high), Vesely (the perfect Kirilenko substitute) / -
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
T-Wolves, Cavs, Raptors, Kings/ -
Most Mocks have here?
25% Kanter & 75% Knight
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
1 / 3 / 6
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4. (4) Cleveland Cavaliers - (traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves)
Jonas Valanciunas, PF/C, Lithuania.
The News
As I told at the Pick #2 section I have the teams swap their lottery picks + trading Hickson and Minnys #20. The T-Wolves can go for international and talent here, and try to bring Valanciunas as next years top Center replacing Milicic then. Makes a pretty good fit. If there would not be the buyout issue (Valanciunas has to stay one more year overseas), which makes his possible picking quiet a gambling here (I also considered him falling to the Rockets at #14).
(in case of no trade):
TRISTAN THOMPSON
The Cavs could take Valanciunas, Biyombo or Thompson here. The need another big with talent here, as they acquired PG Irving already, otherwise Vesely or Leonard would be an option too. Valanciunas and Biyombo have the buyout issues on their soles, and Thompson has the fast rise in the last pre-draft hours - also there was the rumor about a meeting with the Cavs owner - so i go with him here.
Chances to be taken here?
60%
Reminds folks of?
Pau Gasol, Joakim Noah, Andris Biedrins
Best Case<->Worst Case/Ratio?
a new potent european big man continuing the legacy of Pau Gasol and Dirk Nowitzki <-> Another european who couldn't deal with the toughness of the league/50:50
Why him?
The Lithuanian is an huge big body talent with a lot of upside. He has a better physis than european collegues. He can have an impact in the league even if it is not until 2 years from now.
Why this team?
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Biyombo (another C) / Walker, Knight (Rubio just arrived as as Franchise PG), Vesely, Leonard (no need for SF)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Jazz, Raptors / Pistons
Most Mocks have here?
Valanciunas (60%), Kanter, T. Thompson (20%)
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
3 / 4 / 15
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5. (7) Toronto Raptors
Brandon Knight, PG, Fr, Kentucky.
The News
Most Mocks have Knight token by the Jazz already at this point. Me not without a second of doubt. Even if the Jazz remain at 3 they will prefer Kanter. Which gives the Raptors the chance to make a steal at #5 and grab the potential Top 3 guy of the last weeks (as the Cavs certainly will pass on him at #4, because of the Irving pick). Knight would make plenty of sense here, as the Raptors could move on from Calderon, and even could live with the possibility Knight may be an comco guard.
Chances to be taken here?
60%
Reminds people of?
Brandon Jennings, Chauncey Billups, O.J. Mayo
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
An intelligent Combo guard who controls his shot selection and grows into an franchise player <-> Shooter who wants too much control of the game while not contributing enough for the team/65:35
Why him?
Knight is an Combo guard who can take responsibility and is able to be a clutch player in the league.
Why this team?
Knight is the new PG to replace Jose "he is cool, but not what we exactly want" Calderon. Knight could drive the game as decision maker and could even work out as the Franchise player.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Walker (same reason as Knight), Valanciunas, Biyombo (Raptors love internationals, Valanciunas or Biyombo also brings some strength into the frontcourt finally), Vesely (good working ethic Forward Combo, international) / Motiejunas (not another weak PF), Fredette (no fancy shooter needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Raptors, Pistons, Kings, Bobcats / Wizards, Jazz, Cavs
Most Mocks have here?
Knight if still available, otherwise Biyombo and Vesely.
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
3 / 5 / 7
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6. (6) Washington Wizards (traded to Utah Jazz)
Jimmer Fredette, PG/SG, Sr, BYU.
The news
At #3 it would have been a large scandal if the Jazz would have wasted their pick for Fredette. At #12 he will simply not be available anymore, as word is out that the Kings would pick him at #7. So the Jazz just go back to the position they started off in the draft and can take Jimmer one pick before Sacramento would have picked him. Washington was the perfect trade partner for that. I refuse to send Jimmer somewhere else than the Jazz, simple as that.
Chances to be taken here?
10%
Reminds folks of?
Stephen Curry, Mark Price, Eddie House
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A franchise Shooter who drills the Treys always in the right moment, an known NBA face to identify for fans <-> A bench shooter with some DNP-CD in his short career/50:50
Why him?
Fredette is the extremely hyped straight up shooter. This said, he is already in the hop or flop mode. In the ideal case he is a player to build around. A fan favourite in the making . One of the bigger issues is that Fredette is in need of a team that makes plays for him, if so then there is the chance to be a main player in the league.
Why this team?
The Jazz need a new face of the franchise after D-Williams left. Fredette fits perfect in that scenario. Besides the Jazz are in need at SG, and especially looking out for an offensive weapon here.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Vesely (the perfect Kirilenko surrogate) / Walker, Knight (too much similarities with D-Harris)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Warriors, Suns, Pacers / Raptors, Wizards, Kings, Pistons, Bobcats
Most Mocks have here?
Vesely
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
6 / 12 / 17
On an extra note?
A lot to say here. First off it's not a question about "Do you believe the hype?", someone simply will do. And that will be early on. The Jazz should be highly interested in this pick as they need a new face for their franchise, and frankly: Who would better fit than a white mormon? (haha, yeah, you can stone me for that now if you like) Honestly, Fredette needs a team that gives him room in the offense, and enough playing time and simply shots to find his rhythm in the league. The Jazz are exactly the team that can provide this, as they are in lack of a shooter, and are already in the middle of a rebuilding process, where Fredette just perfectly fits in. They have their pick at 12, which could be enough to get Fredette, but if they want that face for their franchise they simply will go at it as early as they can. I have them taking Burks at 12, so maybe it will be the other way round (which would match a lot of other Mocks), or maybe they simply are not high on Fredette and let him pass, but Sports is all about storys and this one would simply fit like eggs at breakfast. So i'm all in for that. If everything works out fine, Fredette could be one of the reasons, people will switch around their opinion about the weakness of this years draft in the future.
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7. (19) Charlotte Bobcats (acquired from Sacramento Kings) -
Tristan Thompson PF, Fr, Texas.
The News:
The trade actually really happened hours before the draft, so this is pretty accurate to mock. Word is out that the Bobcats are interested in getting Tristan Thompson and Bismack Biyombo, at least one of them, and my mock now has even both available. I let them take Thompson here, cause is stock was rising like anybodys, the Pistons on #8 wants him too (word is out that they made a promise to him), while there are question marks for Biyombo. T. Thompson smells a little bit like a draft bust, just the perfect pick for Michael Jordan.
Chances to go away at this point?
50%
Who to compare to?
Tyrus Thomas, Amir Johnson, Hakim Warrick
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
First off good defender, and after 2 years immerges as Top 10 PF <-> complete breakdown, as he doesn't live up to the high expectations / 50:50
Why him?
PF prospect and project. big time talent, but high risk pick.
Why this team?
The Bobcats just needs young talent at all positions. And they want to start off soon, Thompson could emerge as a huge player.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Obviously Biyombo, though all the others available (Leonard, Vesely, Walker, Knight) would make sense too / Fredette
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Cavs, Pistons / Jazz
Most Mocks have here?
Thompson or Biyombo
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
4 / 7 / 19
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8. (3) Detroit Pistons -
Kemba Walker, PG, Jr, Connecticut.
The news:
The Pistons surprise everybody by taking Walker here, and just make the best decision possible. After their dreampick T. Thompson just gone moments ago, they decide to take Walker as floor leader of the future. 80% of all mocks would have Biyombo here, but actually there was never a rumour out there saying the Pistons are intrigued by that guy - the comparison to Ben Wallace was simply enough to make all the people think, that he will hgo here. As Biyombo is a high risk pick, chances are good that the Pistons pass on him.
Chances to be taken here?
20%
Reminds folks of?
Ty Lawson, Raymond Felton, Tim Hardaway
Best Case<->Worst Case/Ratio?
Franchise PG getting it down at all ends of the floor, Top 10 NBA player <-> undersized instable provider with sunshine moments next to DNP-CD/30:70
Why him?
Looks to me pretty much like a potential Superstar. Fuck the size issue. He has the heart, power and the winning genes. Maybe the best player in the draft, but nobody wants to go that far out of his long time mock status as late 1st rounder at best and undersized PG.
Why this team?
The Pistons lack of structure. Their biggest need therefore is a PG who brings control back to the game. Walker might be just one of those, and could even turn out to be a franchise player.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
If available T. Thompson in the first place, Biyombo of course, they may also like Leonard here / Fredette, K. Thompson (no soft shooter needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Raptors, Bobcats / Wizards, Cavs
Most Mock have here?
T. Thompson or Biyombo (80%), some have Knight, Walker or Leonard (20%)
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
3 / 8 / 17
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9. (9) Charlotte Bobcats -
Bismack Biyombo, C, Congo.
The news
The rumour has it, that everybodys loving Biyombo, but most teams are scared that he might turn out as a huge draft bust. Again, just the right pick for Jordan and the Bobcats. They will call themselves lucky bastards, if Biyombo really falls to them here. But if we can call them so, time will tell.
Chances to go away here?
90%
Who to compare to?
Serbe Ibaka, Ekpe Udoh, Hasheem Thabeet
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Defensive Rebound-Blockshot machine with crazy physis who can even mess with Dwight Howard and tries to get his offense game into shape <-> Another African project who immiserates after 3 years of pro basketball/30:70
Why him?
High risk pick who could turn out as potent big man, that every team would love to have in the roster. Defensive machine. Blog Shot monster.
Why this team?
The Bobcats will tend to pick risky with their "new" goals. Center is a team need, they need more big bodies.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
T. Thompson (Need for a big man, willing to take the risk), Walker, Knight (Team need at PG), Leonard (Wallace compensation) / Fredette, Vesely
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Warriors, Rockets / Jazz
Most Mocks have here?
differs very much. Walker, Knight, Burks (if still avaiable), Biyombo, T. Thompson.
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
4 /7 /18
on an extra note?
Definately the most risky pick, and as usual one team in the lottery will take the bait. The Bobcats under Mister Michael "I like to draft crap" Jordan just seems right for that move here. I'm kind of sure too see in Biyombo the next outcoming of Ekpe Udoh. So hello Warriors, maybe you wanna have a look at him?
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10. (11) Sacramento Kings (aqcuired from Milwaukee Bucks) -
Kawhi Leonard, SF, So, San Diego St.
The news
Most mocks had a straight rising of Leonard in the last couple of weeks. In mine he's just going one step higher than originally thought. My idea is that if Jimmer is gone, the Kings can concentrate on their SF strongly needed. With Vesely and Leonard there are 2 cats in town providing just what the Kings need so much, and there is a strong possibility that one of them will still be available at 10. I even have both still on board, so I decide for Leonard as he might be the better fit defense wise.
Chances to go away here?
40%
Who to compare to?
Luol Deng, Luc MBah a Moute, Gerald Wallace, Shawn Marion
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A perfect team player and difference maker through his great defense, Rebound securer when on the field, all around glue guy <-> Just another SF wingman with no firepower/80:20
Why him?
A Defense first Forward, Strong Rebounder
Why this team?
Sac town needs a new SF and defense. The perfect fit.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Vesely (the other SF) / Fredette (doesn't fit into their system)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Pistons, Bucks, Jazz, Rockets, Bobcats, Warriors / -
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
5 / 8 / 11
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11. (28) Golden State Warriors -
Klay Thompson, SG, Jr, Washington St.
The news
The Warriors hired Jerry West to give all the responsibility to this man - he loves Klay Thompson and that is all she wrote. Nearly nobody believes that the Warriors change their opinion here, even if guys like Biyombo or Leonard are still available.
Chances to go away at this point?
95%
Who to compare to?
Marco Belinelli, Kevin Martin, Wally Szczerbiak, Francisco Garcia
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Pure shooter, that provides all that is necessary for a winning team <-> Too less athletic guard who can't compete enough in the league / 65:35
Why him?
Pure shooter, very high working ethic and Basketball IQ.
Why this team?
Clearly K. Thompson is not what the team needs. But West believes in him and his draft stock was riding.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
If still available Biyombo would be a guy, they can hardly pass on, as they love defensed minded bigs right now, Leonard would be another option / Knight, Walker (no PG needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Pacers, Bulls / Pistons
Most Mocks have here?
K. Thompson (90%)
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
9 / 11 / 17
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12. (10) Utah Jazz -
Jan Vesely, SF/PF, Czech Republic.
The news
Nobody thinks that Vesely would slip out the Top 7, though the Wizards are the team which is strongly related to his name. In my mock they traded up for Kanter, so I have Vesely as the surprisingly falling pick. It's nearly a no brainer for the Jazz, who find the perfect Kirilenko substitute in Vesely.
Chances to go away here?
90%
Who to compare to?
Andrei Kirilenko, Josh Smith, Charlie Villanueva
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A versatile Roleplayer providing the necessary energy for an contender <-> An inconsistent european project/75:25
Why him?
Fits perfectly with the Jazz who need upgrading their SF spot.
Why this team?
A no brainer at #12. Fits perfectly with the Jazz need at SF.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Burks (All around shooter, team need), Leonard (if still available), Motiejunas (reportedly liked him at 12, No fear of european projects) / Marcus Morris (no PF need)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Wizards, Kings / Bobcats
Most Mocks have here?
Fredette, Burks
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
4 / 6 / 10
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13. (12) Phoenix Suns -
Alec Burks, SG, So, Colorado.
The news:
There is not much movement about Burks. He is considered a high talent, and the Suns need a replacement for Vince Carter. The Suns were also connected to Fredette, but he is long gone here.
Chances to go away at this point?
40%
Who to compare to?
Eddie Jones, Brandon Roy, James Harden
Best<->Worst Case Scenarios/Chances?
Pure Shooter with a lot of more abilities in the game <-> Bench Shooter a la Eddie House/80:20
Why him?
Straight up shooter, simply the first and best one in the draft.
Why this team?
The Suns need a Vince Carter replacement.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
The Morris twins (PF need) / -
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Bucks, Cavs, Jazz / Warriors, Pistons, Kings, Wizards
Most Mocks have here?
Fredette, Burks
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
10 / 12 / 17
8. Cleveland Cavaliers -
Donatas Motiejunas, PF, Lithuania.
Chances to be taken here?
30%
Who to compare to?
Andrea Bargnani, Ersan Ilyasova, Yi Jianlian
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
An soft shooting 2nd banana for a contender <-> Andrea Bargnani light, who can't establish in the league/40:60
Why him?
Motiejunas is a versatile big man. Offense machine. Ready and made player for the NBA. Can contribute now.
Why this team?
He is a good fit to the defensive strong Verajao and banging young gun Hickson in the frontcourt. Also i considered that the Cavs picked a PG at 2.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Vesely (hard nosed SF), Burks (Team Lack of Shooting) / -
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Jazz, Bucks, Suns, Rockets / Pistons, Bobcats
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
4 / 8 / 22
Most Mocks have here?
very different, partly depending on who the Cavs picked at Nr. 2
On an extra note?
There is a good chance, that Motiejunas lands even outside the lottery which would be a shock considering the projected weak draft. He maybe just has the bad luck of the bad example of Bargnani some years ago, which will remain in GMs heads for a while. There are just a few teams that would prefer to get a potent PF scorer, which lacks toughness. The Cavs may would be willing to take the bait.
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13. Phoenix Suns -
Jordan Hamilton, SG/SF, So, Texas.
Chances to go away at this point?
40%
Who to compare to?
Jason Richardson, Cedric Ceballos, Brandon Rush, Martell Webster
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A capable Winger and great shooter for an contender <-> Just another Shooter of the bench / 75:25
Why him?
The 2nd best pure shooter in the draft. He should be a safe pick for a roleplayer at the wings.
Why this team?
After the breakdown of Vince Carter the Suns are in need of am SG next to Dudley and Pietrus. The other need would be a new SF, and even that Hamilton can provide as he is pretty big. Though as long as Grant Hill is walking he will be the guy.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Marcus Morris, Thompson (finally a capable compensation for Bosh at PF), Burks, Fredette (even better shooter, if still available) /
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Jazz, 76ers, Timberwolves / Warriors, Knicks
Most Mocks have here?
Hamilton, Fredette, One of the Morris twins
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
12 / 14 / 23
On an extra note?
That one just fits naturally. Hamilton should be a lottery pick and fulfills the needs the Suns have right now.
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14. Houston Rockets -
Kenneth Faried, PF/SF, Sr, Morehead St.
Chances to go away at this point?
30%
Compared by folks with?
Ronnie Turiaf, Larry Sanders, Reggie Evans
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Hard defending, great rebounding PF addition for an contender <-> bench defender, who provides too less offense to get into the starting 5 / 80:20
Why him?
A guy every team likes to have, hard nosed rebounder.
Why this team?
The Rockets are one og the teams that would appreciate another hard-worker next to Cuck Hayes, specially as they have no real Center around right now. Therefore, A tough rebounder is what they need.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Leonard, Singleton (same reasons as Faried), Thompson (Rockets love prospects) / Burks, Fredette (no need for shooters, they have Martin)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Bucks, Warriors, Knicks, Nuggets / -
Most Mocks have here?
very different.
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
10 / 16 / 27
on an extra note?
To be honest, the Rockets are a team, that could draft nearly everyone. Only they know, what they are up to. They like hard workers like Faried as much as young prospects, that already got lost in other towns (Williams, Hill). After the departure of Adelman everything is possible, including trades that sent away Scola and Martin and could shake up the team. Therefore, you never know what will happen here. On a site note: As I was conducting the draft Terrence Jones just withdraw his name. Originally I had given a lot of thoughts before getting sure, that the Rockets will land him here.
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15. Indiana Pacers -
Marcus Morris, PF, Jr, Kentucky.
Chances to go away at this point?
40%
Who to compare to?
Al Harrington, Hakim Warrick, Amir Johnson
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Allround PF, who can do a little bit of everything and establishes himself as solide scorer <-> Another tweener, who can't find his position / 55:45
Why him?
A Powerful, NBA-ready PF on the offensive end.
Why this team?
The Pacers need simply a PG who isn't available anymore at this point, or a complementary PF to Hansbrough, an impact setting guy like Morris.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Knight (PG need), Thompson (a larger prospect, but more upside than Morris) /
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Warriors, Suns, 76ers, Knicks / Jazz, Rockets
Most Mocks have here?
Marcus Morris
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
9 / 15/ 22
on an extra note?
Some people are high on the Morris twins, I'll sent Marcus to the Pacers, cause i'm pretty sure they want to replace McRoberts, who could walk, with an NBA ready body.
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16. Philadelphia 76ers -
Markieff Morris, PF, Jr, Kansas.
Chances to go away at this point?
40%
Who to compare to?
Drew Gooden, Rasheed Wallace, Jason Thompson
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Double-Double machine, who is reliable like a Schweizer clockwerk <-> nice Defender from the bench, but not enough impact in the league / 80:20
Why him?
Solide, physical strong PF, especially on the defensive end.
Why this team?
The 76ers would love to grab a good big man, and at 16 they definately still have the shoot to get one. Markieff is a homeproduct, can step up immediately and will give the team a much needed inside presence.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Burks, Hamilton, K. Thompson (A new shooter), M. Morris, T. Thompson (PFs) / Harris, Honeycutt (Igouadola + Turner have the SF position)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Pacers, Knicks, Nuggets / T-Wolves
Most Mocks have here?
Markieff Morris
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
9 / 17 / 22
on an extra note?
Markieff is just another safe bet from the land of defense. As a Philly native he makes sense here, though could be heading nearly everywhere from 10 to 20.
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17. New York Knicks -
Lucas Nogueira, C, Spain.
Chances to go away at this point?
15%
Who to compare to?
Hassan Whiteside, Hasheem Thabeet, Tyrus Thomas
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Kid explodes as an Top Center of the league, rocking the rim every single night <-> kid doesn't get his work ethic right, and can't use his talent properly, goes overseas after trying in the NBA / 20:80
Why him?
Top notch talent on the Center position.
Why this team?
New York desperately needs big man, especially on Center. Bébé at least provides some frsh brazilian flavour.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Faried (2nd outcome of Turiaf), Morris Twins, T. Thompson (big man need), Singleton (defense need), Fredette (provides Hype) / Honeycutt, Harris (boring westcoast wingers)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Rockets, Bobcats, Wizards / Jazz
Most Mocks have here?
Faried
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
14 / 20 / 2nd round
on an extra note?
Kid has written "bust" all over him, but NY would be a team that could take a chance here.
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18. Washington Wizards (from Atlanta Hawks) -
Chris Singleton, SF, Jr, Florida St.
Chances to go away at this point?
30%
Who to compare to?
Luc MBah A Moute, Shawn Marion, Bruce Bowen
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A tough Defender, who can acquire a offense set to be a great allround player in the league <-> roleplayer from the bench who simply can't contribute on the offensive end / 80:20
Why him?
tough defender & rebounder every team would love to have on his squad.
Why this team?
Having drafted Valanciunas at 4, the Wiz can fulfill their need for a new SF here, especially as this is another roleplayer perfectly fitting into the system as lockdown defender. Exactly what the Wizards needed here.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Morris Twins, T. Thompson (Blatche surrogates) / Jackson, Smith, Selby (no need for PG)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
fits everywhere, really!
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
16 / 18 / 27
on an extra note?
Another one from the famous & unspectacular defense section of this draft. A safe pick and everything the Wiz can wish for at this point.
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20. Minnesota Timberwolves (from Memphis Grizzlies) -
Tobias Harris, SF, Fr, Tennessee.
Chances to go away at this point?
25%
Who to compare to?
Richard Jefferson, Trevor Ariza, Shawne Williams
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Big time underrated talent, that explodes to become a main player in the league <-> overrated by some, he starves to death within the first 3 years / 30:70
Why him?
Some people really like him because of his potential. Hard to get a good guess, cause Tennessee is a too little college team.
Why this team?
The Wolves are made for wing-talents as Harris is. They also need to add versatile wingers.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Honeycutt (same story as Harris), K. Thompson (shoot!) / Jackson, Mack, Smith, Selby (no more guards needed please), T. Thompson, Thompkins (no more PF needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Bobcats, Rockets / Nuggets
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
14 / 20 / 30
on an extra note?
Harris is the first one in my personal "overrated" section. I see an guy who won't make an impact in the league. As no Mockdraft in this world has Harris falling out of the 1st round, it's just the perfect fit for the Wolves (Sorry!).
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21. Portland Trail Blazers -
Reggie Jackson, PG, Jr, Boston College
Chances to go away at this point?
25%
Who to compare to?
Jarrett Jack, George Hill, Antonio Daniels
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Fomridable Starting 5 PG <-> 3rd PG on rotation, too less of everything to maintain / 55:45
Why him?
A potential starting PG in the NBA.
Why this team?
Portland simply needs to replace Andre Miller. Jackson just fits well here.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Jazz, Suns, Knicks, Bobcats, Nuggets / 76ers, Wizards, T-Wolves
Most Mocks have here?
Jackson, Honeycutt, Harris
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
12 / 21 / 2nd round
on an extra note?
A few folks are really high on Jackson, sometimes that's just enough to be picked early by the right team. I also like what I saw, he just brings in another nice PG in this years draft. If he got drafted here, that would be just the nice coincidence that Blazers decisionmaker are belonging to the mentioned group.
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22. Denver Nuggets -
Trey Thompkins, PF Jr, Georgia.
Chances to go away at this point?
65%
Who to compare to?
Channing Frye, Al Harrington, Brian Cook
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
He turns out as a capable PF doing an allround job <-> He just goes down as big man bench opportunity / 25:75
Why him?
He is a NBA made PF. A Team would just draft him for team need, but he is worth a 1st rounder.
Why this team?
Simple and plain: Denver just has one need: PF. Andersen and Martin are old and highly injury-prone. All the other position are best casted. Thompkins is the last PF on the board worth taken in the 1st round.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Morris twins, Thompson, Faried (PF need), Nogueira (getting Nênes next buddy at C) / Smith, Singler, Honeycutt, Harris (No need for wingers)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Pacers, Knicks, Bobcats / Bulls
Most Mocks have here?
Thompkins, Markieff Morris, Motiejunas, whichever PF will fall till here
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
15 / 22 / early 2nd round
on an extra note?
Simply the last PF available who his kind of worth to be taken in the 1st round. I really hope for Denver that somebody else will fall through.
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23. Houston Rockets (from Orlando Magic) -
Tyler Honeycutt, SF, So, UCLA.
Chances to go away at this point?
40%
Who to compare to?
Josh Childress, Tayshaun Prince, Austin Daye
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
He becomes an all around player every team wishes for to have in his team <-> He is n0t finding his role in the team and atrves on the bench / 60:40
Why him?
All arounder who can do a little bit of everything.
Why this team?
The Rockets just fits perfectly well for flexible players right now. Honeycutts type of playing just looks like Rockets basketball.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
As usual with the Rockets, nearly everybody in the back of the 1st round would make a nice fit / maybe no PG like Jackson
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Bobcats, Thunder / -
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
14 / 21 /30
on an extra note?
Honeycutt naturally was one of the players i tend to overview for quiet a while. He reminds me too much of player types like Henderson and Daye, who are kind of too weak for the NBA while being really talented. Within the last weeks though I came more and more to the conclusion, that he could maybe have more impact with his versatility. We will see.
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24. Oklahoma City Thunder -
Nolan Smith, PG, Sr, Duke.
Chances to go away at this point?
45%
Who to compare to?
Mario Chalmers, Anthony Carter, Tony Delk
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A perfect back up glue guy from the bench for a lot of years <-> Too less to bring to the table, so he finally gets dismissed in any roster / 90:10
Why him?
If you need a reliable man from the bench who can contribute right now, Nolan is the man.
Why this team?
First of, OKC is in "win now"/"win a title" mode and can need help for the bench out of the draft. Nolan is the perfect fit, as he finally can provide an organized game while Westbrook is sitting. OKC nearly is the only team that can relax and search for components of the future championship team.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Mirotic (OKC also is the only team that can afford it to wait for an prospect 2 more seasons, and then get an impact now top 10 pick) / Thompkins (no PF tweeners needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Celtics, Pacers, Bulls / Nuggets, Nets
Most Mocks have here?
Smith or Mirotic
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
15 / 25 / early 2nd round
on an extra note?
Smith is like the safest bet you can get here. I had a hard problem to decide if he already got picked by OKC or will go to the Celtics. Westbrook or Rondo backup? If OKC takes Mirotic, i would definately let Nolan go to the Cs.
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25. Boston Celtics -
Shelvin Mack, PG, Jr, Butler.
Chances to go away at this point?
20%
Who to compare to?
Kyle Lowry, AJ Price, Sherron Collins, (Ben Gordon)
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
He surprises folks and can play PG while shooting the lights out <-> He is an unreliablility from the bench and does have up and down games in regular fashion / 40:60
Why him?
A NCAA tournament sensation Mack follows the cinderella story of an winning PG combo guard.
Why this team?
Boston needs power from the bench. If Nolan is off the board Mack would be a logical pick for the backcourt.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Nolan (backup for Rondo), Mirotic (considering already a rebuild), Selby (take a flier), Jackson (homegrown PG) / -
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Blazers, Thunder, Bulls, Heat, Pistons / T-Wolves, Spurs
Most Mocks have here?
Smith, Jackson
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
21 / 28 / mid 2nd round
on an extra note?
The reason Mack appears here is, that Smith just disappeared from the list, I kinda liked the idea of a new guard for the Celtics, and I like Mack and wanted him to stay in the 1st round. Though he would make perfectly sense in the eraly 2nd round, with Miami for example.
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26. Dallas Mavericks -
Josh Selby, SG/PG, Fr, Kansas.
Chances to go away at this point?
30%
Who to compare to?
Monta Ellis, Jerryd Bayless, Randy Foye
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Chance to be a high flyer, omnipotent scorer, who can carry a team <-> a wasted talent, starving on the bench / 15:85
Why him?
A high school talent, struggling in college, who still could emerge as a draft surprise.
Why this team?
Dallas likes to go for talent and possible upside. Always quiet a difficult task at the end of the 1st round, but not unpossible as the last drafts showed. Selby definately has the best possibility to change tack.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Jackson, Smith, Mack, Cole (Searching fo the new "Kidd" in town), T. Thompson, Thompkins, Johnson (backup PF) / K.Thompson (no shooter needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Every team that believes in him / -
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
16 / 26 / 2nd round
on an extra note?
Dallas drafted Beaubois and Jones in the years before, so Selby just would make perfect sense here - another combo guard with huge talent. Though recent rumours have Selby going higher, i may adjust my Mock then.
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27. New Jersey Nets (from Los Angeles Lakers) -
JaJuan Johnson, SF/PF, Sr, Purdue.
Chances to go away at this point?
35%
Who to compare to?
Hakim Warrick, Charlie Villanueva, Channing Frye
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
Can claim a Forward spot for him in the NBA, solide slider between SF and PF <-> just another tweener / 25:75
Why him?
Pretty solide Combo Forward, who can immediately contribute and is NBA ready after 4 years in college.
Why this team?
The Nets are in need of both SF and PF. Additionally to this they have to take somebody who can contribute now, as they just have one year left to convince D-Will that they are a "Win now" team.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
To be honest the Nets could need anybody. They are a lottery team drafting in the late 20s, what do you expect?
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Everywhere. He is too much of an safe allrounder / maybe not Portland, they have too many good Forwards.
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
18 / 25 / early 2nd round
on an extra note?
I had Johnson as safe bet for the 1st round as he can contribute now after 4 years of college, and is a flexible Forward. Though my thoughts going backwards now - As longer as I think about him, as higher are my doubts in him. In the end, he is an undersized big man, who could easily end up getting tossed. Maybe he will end up in round 2 after all.
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29. San Antonio Spurs -
Jon Leuer, PF, Sr, Wisconsin.
Chances to go away at this point?
15%
Who to compare to?
Ryan Anderson, Jason Smith, Nick Collison
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
A smart team player, providing depth from the bench <-> less too athletic to hold it up on this level / 70:30
Why him?
If you need smart backup power in the front, Leuer would be a good fit.
Why this team?
The Spurs like reliable guys with high basketball IQ in the front, he would be a good complement.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
Mirotic (long time project, part of rebuilding process in 2 years), Singler, Smith (smart players Popovich will like), Nogueira (Duncan replacement, if the Spurs believe in him) / K. Thompson (no shooters needed), Thompkins (no tweeners needed)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Bulls, Mavs / Thunder, Nuggets
Most Mocks have here?
Bertans
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
late 1st round / 2nd round / late 2nd round
on an extra note?
Another 1st round safe bet. Nothing but a smart roleplayer, but that's okay for this years draft choices.
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30. Chicago Bulls -
Kyle Singler, SF/SG, Sr, Duke.
Chances to go away at this point?
30%
Who to compare to?
Mike Dunleavy, Wally Szczerbiak, Mike Miller
Best<->Worst Case Scenario/Ratio?
He is going to be a solide backup from the bench, providing strength for a contender in his 12 year career <-> He can't hold up with the league and has to retire early / 80:20
Why him?
You can't get more solide here. Sure he had a bad NCAA season at the end, but seriously everybody knows that he is a capable NBA backup.
Why this team?
The Bulls are a contender for the next couple of years. They need reliable backup player and nothing but that. Singler just provides that and has the right mentality.
Who else would fit?/Who wouldn't?
K.Thompson, Selby (shooter + hidden talent from the bench), Smith (finally a solide backup for Rose), Mirotic (can add strenght to the team in 2 years) / Dunn, McCarmey (no lockerroom cancer please)
Where else would he fit?/Where not?
Spurs, Celtics / Bobcats, Nuggets
Most Mocks have here?
-
Highest/Realistic/Lowest Mock Value?
24 / 30 / 2nd round
on an extra note?
Singler is a safe bet for someone who gets a guaranteed contract at the end of the 1st round. He also can provides now, which is needed Chicagos contender team.
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