Draft 2011
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The Dallas Mavericks reached a trade agreement with the Portland Trail Blazers in which Dallas acquires swingman Rudy Fernandez, according to sources with knowledge of the deal. The trade includes picks and Denver's involvement as well.
• Blazers receive: Raymond Felton (from Denver); rights to No. 57 overall pick (from Dallas)
• Nuggets receive: Andre Miller (from Portland); rights to Jordan Hamilton (26th overall pick); future second-round pick (2013 or 2014) from Portland
• Mavs receive: Rudy Fernandez (from Portland); rights to 2007 draftee Petteri Koponen
Charlotte traded top scorer Stephen Jackson to Milwaukee in a three-way deal involving the Sacramento Kings that gave the Bobcats two picks in the top nine.
• Bobcats receive: No. 7 overall pick Bismack Biyombo (from Sacramento); Corey Maggette (from Milwaukee)
• Bucks receive: No. 19 overall pick Tobias Harris (from Charlotte); Stephen Jackson (from Charlotte); Shaun Livingston (from Charlotte); Beno Udrih (from Sacramento)
• Kings receive: No. 10 overall pick Jimmer Fredette and guard John Salmons (from Milwaukee).
The Houston Rockets reached an agreement on a trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves to acquire guard Jonny Flynn and the rights to No. 20 overall pick Donatas Motiejunas, according to sources with knowledge of the trade.
• Rockets get: Jonny Flynn, rights to Donatas Motiejunas (No. 20 overall pick); Chandler Parsons (reacquisition via the No. 38 overall pick)
• Timberwolves receive: Brad Miller; rights to Nikola Mirotic (No. 23 overall pick), 2013 first-round pick; rights to Norris Cole (No. 28 overall pick)
• Bulls receive: Rights to Nikola Mirotic (from Minnesota)
The Indiana Pacers have traded the draft rights to Kawhi Leonard to the San Antonio Spurs for point guard George Hill.
• Pacers get: George Hill; 2005 second-round pick Erazem Lorbek
• Spurs get: Rights to Kawhi Leonard (No. 15 overall pick); rights to Davis Bertans (No. 42 overall pick)
The Boston Celtics worked a draft-day trade, netting a future second-round pick from New Jersey before landing Purdue power forward JaJuan Johnson with the Nets' No. 27 pick overall.
• Nets receive: Rights to Marshon Brooks (No. 25 overall pick)
• Celtics receive: Rights to JaJuan Johnson (No. 27 overall pick); 2014 second-round pick
The Knicks purchased the 45th overall pick from the Hornets and selected Kentucky center Josh Harrellson, adding some depth to a position where they have their greatest need. A league source said the Knicks paid between $700,000 and $750,000 for the pick.
• Knicks receive: Rights to Josh Harrellson (No. 45 overall pick)
• Hornets receive: Financial considerations
• Heat receive: Rights to Norris Cole (No. 28 overall pick)
• Timberwolves receive: Rights to Bojan Bogdanovic (No. 31 pick overall); future second-round pick; cash considerations
• Warriors receive: Rights to Jeremy Tyler (No. 39 overall pick)
• Bobcats receive: Cash considerations
• Magic receive: Rights to Justin Harper (No. 32 overall pick)
• Cavaliers receive: Two future second-round picks
• Nuggets receive: Rights to Chukwudiebere Maduabum (No. 56 overall pick)
• Lakers receive: Future second-round pick
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Draft Time: Instant Analysis
First Round
1. Kyrie Irving | 6-3 | 191 | PG | Duke | 19I’ll
go on record right here saying I don’t like this pick. Irving is
probably going to be a good point guard, but you don’t draft somebody #1
because they’ll be good, you draft them to seriously alter the
franchise’s fortunes, and Irving doesn’t do that. You’re taking somebody
with conditioning issues, and letting him learn from Baron Davis, not
exactly ideal. He lacks elite athleticism but is a quality shooter. I
don’t want to bash him too much, because he’s an excellent player, I’m
just not sold on him going number one overall. Derrick Williams should
have been the pick here. -Eric Yearian
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2. Derrick Williams | 6-8 | 248 | SF/PF | Arizona | 20The
Minnesota Timberwolves spent most of the day sending out strong signals
that they were strongly considering Enes Kanter with this No. 2 pick,
but David Kahn continued his theory of “asset collection” by taking
Derrick Williams. He's arguably the most talented player in this draft,
as his inside-outside game will prove to be a match-up nightmare.
However, with Michael Beasley and Anthony Randolph already on the roster
(not to mention Kevin Love), don't be surprised to see a trade.
Williams is efficient, explosive, and gifted. He's one of the few
prospects in this draft with All-Star potential. -Nick Prevenas
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3. Enes Kanter | 6-11 | 259 | PF/C | Kentucky | 19The
only player in the draft that makes Kyrie Irving look experienced,
Kanter is certainly a gamble. But in a weak draft like this one, his
talent is just far too much to ignore. Kanter broke the Hoop Summit
record for points with 34 and has good strength for a young post player.
His combination of size and skills doesn’t come along too often. The
Jazz took the best player available and now have a cornerstone to build
on in the post-Sloan era. -Seth Sommerfeld
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4. Tristan Thompson | 6-9 | 227 | PF | Texas | 20The
Cavs wanted a big man to pair with Irving, and they passed up on
Valanciunas who they were said to like, for somebody they knew they
could count on to step in and play right away. Thompson is a quality
defender and looks to fit well alongside J.J. Hickson, but may be
difficult to score when playing alongside Varejao. They did pick up a
quality forward with good size who can bang with anyone in
the league. If he develops an offensive game he could be a good catch.
Little bit of a reach, but pretty good pick. -Eric Yearian
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5. Jonas Valanciunas | 6-11 | 240 | C | Lithuania | 19Bryan
Colangelo loves to go international in the draft, so it should surprise
nobody that Jonas Valanciunas is heading to Toronto – just maybe not
right away, given his contract issues and the impending lockout.
Valanciunas' complicated buyout situation will likely delay his debut,
but when he does suit up for Toronto, he'll give them some much-needed
size and rebounding.New coach Dwane Casey preaches defense, and
Valanciunas shows the instincts and aptitude to develop into a solid
starting center. He needs to get stronger and refine his post skills,
but he fills a serious need for Toronto. -Nick Prevenas
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6. Jan Vesely | 6-11 | 230 | SF/PF | Czech Republic | 21Love
this pick. Jan Vesely isn't your typical European; he's super athletic
with incredible length and has good toughness. Wizards fans should be
thrilled thinking of John Wall and Vesley running the fast break for
years to come. Maurice Evans and Larry Owens played over 33 minutes per
game for the Wiz last year...so yeah...Vesely fills a need. -Seth
Sommerfeld
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7. Bismack Biyombo | 6-9 | 243 | C | Congo | 18Sacramento
traded back to number 10, and with Brandon Knight still on the board,
they’ve got to be kicking themselves. The Bobcats, on the other hand,
are glad to scoop up the draft’s best defensive player in Bismack
Biyombo. He has incredible length and his ability to alter and block
shots will be welcomed on a roster short on true big men. This is a very
good pick as it allows the Bobcats to sure up a frontline that depended
heavily on Kwame Brown last season. They’re in rebuilding mode and
Biyombo is a good building block in the mold of Ben Wallace. -Eric
Yearian
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8. Brandon Knight | 6-3 | 177 | PG/SG | Kentucky | 19The
Pistons hoped to grab a rebounder/defender with this pick, but with
Thompson and Biyombo flying off the board, Detroit actually catches a
big break as Brandon Knight falls into their laps at No. 8. Knight was
listed as high as No. 3 in many mock drafts as recently as six hours
ago. Knight should remind many Detroit fans of Chauncey Billups, with
his combination of height (6-foot-3) and shooting ability. He'll form a
solid backcourt duo with Rodney Stuckey. Knight is a high-character kid
with a tremendous basketball IQ. He could also develop into a terrific
on-ball defender as he gains strength. -Nick Prevenas
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9. Kemba Walker | 6-1 | 184 | PG | UConn | 21Michael
Jordan is beginning to become a little predictable as he continues his
love affair with established NCAA champions. Kemba Walker should be able
to step into the Bobcats lineup and give them some much needed guard
scoring from Day 1. While he'll probably never be an All-Star guard, at
worst he should be a poor man's Ben Gordon. - Seth Sommerfeld
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10. Jimmer Fredette | 6-2 | 196 | PG | BYU | 22This
is what happens when ownership cares more about selling tickets in the
short term than winning games. The Kings move back and end up with the
most polarizing figure in this year’s draft. Jimmer can score the
basketball from anywhere, but can he defend, can he defer to Tyreke
Evans when he needs to? The Kings need to hope the doubters are wrong.
But pairing Jimmer with Tyreke and Cousins doesn't appear to be a match
made in heaven. -Eric Yearian
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11. Klay Thompson | 6-7 | 206 | SG/SF | Washington State | 21With
the Warriors essentially listing Monta Ellis on Craigslist, they've
made no secret about their desire to land a taller, more traditional
shooting guard to play next to Stephen Curry. Enter Klay Thompson. The
Washington State product is among the best shooters in this draft, and
will help space the floor alongside Curry and Dorell Wright.He should
give the Warriors roughly the same things Kevin Martin gives the Houston
Rockets. Nice pick. -Nick Prevenas
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12. Alec Burks | 6-6 | 193 | PG/SG | Colorado | 19The
Jazz complete their inside-outside lottery combo pairing Alec Burks
with Kanter. Burks lacks a specific standout skill, but contributes in
all areas do to his athleticism and length. A big concern is that while
he's a scorer, he's not a shooter (a scarry 29.2% from 3 last
season). Expect Burks to contribute, but don't be surprised if he's not a
starter for years. -Seth Sommerfeld
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13. Markieff Morris | 6-9 | 241 | PF | Kansas | 21In
the end the bigger, stronger, more athletic, but less skilled Morris
twin goes first with the Suns taking Markieff. With Kawhi Leonard and
brother Marcus still on the board, the Suns reach to bolster their
frontcourt. Phoenix ultimately gravitates to the lousier Morris Twin,
and Robert Sarver prefers the films of Frank Stallone. -Aran Smith
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14. Marcus Morris | 6-8 | 230 | SF/PF | Kansas | 21The
Houston Rockets, apparently fans of symmetry, make sure the Morris
twins keep their names together on the draft sheet. Daryl Morey loves
players like Marcus Morris – an efficient scorer who can score with his
back to the basket, as well as with a terrific fallaway jumper that is
impossible to block. He thinks he's a small forward, but he'll be much
more successful as a power forward. Think of him as a poor man's Derrick
Williams. He'll join a crowded frontcourt, with Luis Scola, Patrick
Patterson, and Jordan Hill. -Nick Prevenas
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15. Kawhi Leonard | 6-7 | 227 | SF | San Diego St. | 19Kawhi
Leonard was dealt for George Hill. Leonard is a Spurs type of player
that should fit Popovich's system like a glove. He’s got a killer motor
and can do just about everything on the floor. Adding a young, tough
lottery talent is huge for this team and Leonard can immediately step in
and make an impact at small forward. Seth Sommerfeld
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16. Nikola Vucevic | 6-11 | 260 | C | USC | 20The
76ers need size, so why not take one of the biggest guy in the draft?
USC's Nikola Vucevic wasn't a hot prospect heading into last season, but
posted tremendous measurements at the combine (6-11.75 in shoes) and
showed deft touch around the hoop during workouts. Vucevic is
tremendously skilled. He can score with either hand and shoot it out to
20 feet. He's not very fast or athletic (much like current Sixers
Spencer Hawes and Marreese Speights), but he can score and rebound.
-Nick Prevenas
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17. Iman Shumpert | 6-5 | 222 | PG/SG | Georgia Tech | 20The
Knicks need defense and Iman Shumpert provides that. He's the best
defensive point guard in this draft thanks to his tremendous length. The
question is if he’ll ever develop any offensive skills. If he does this
could be a steal, but that’s a massive “if.” Not surprisingly, Knicks
fans at the draft booed. They may be right about this one, it seems like
a HUGE reach. -Seth Sommerfeld
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18. Chris Singleton | 6-9 | 230 | SF/PF | Florida St. | 21The
Wizards were among the worst defensive teams in the league last season.
Chris Singleton should help fix that right away. Singleton was the last
man standing in the green room, meaning he was a huge steal at this
point in the draft. At 6-9, he can defend anyone from shooting guards to
power forwards. He's not a very good shooter, and will never be the
type of player who creates his own offense, but he can defend with the
best of them. Think Luc Richard Mbah a Moute. He'll bring much-needed
toughness to the Wizards and complement Jan Vesley nicely. - Nick
Prevenas
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19. Tobias Harris | 6-8 | 223 | SF/PF | Tennessee | 18Pick
traded to Milwaukee. Tobias Harris is the youngest American player and
should give the Bucks a versatile yin to Mbah a Moute's yang as a player
with offensive potential. At 19, Harris isn't a terrible pick but the
Bucks likely have a long wait before he'll be ready to produce. - Aran
Smith
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20. Donatas Motiejunas | 7-0 | 224 | PF | Lithuania | 20The
Timberwolves drafted a stretch forward at No. 2 overall, so logically,
they draft a stretch power forward in Donatas Montiejunas at No. 20.
Thankfully, David Kahn sends him to Houston with Jonny Flynn for
Houston's No. 23 pick and Brad Miller. Montiejunas has lottery-level
talent on offense, thanks to his pure shooting stroke, height (7-feet)
and ball-handling ability. However, Montiejunas is allergic to
rebounding and every scouting report on the kid includes the word
“apathetic” in bold type. -Nick Prevenas
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21. Nolan Smith | 6-3 | 189 | PG/SG | Duke | 22
Picks don’t get less exciting than Nolan Smith. Congrats Portland,
you just drafted a potential backup guard. You know, if he reaches his
ceiling. For a team that seriously lacks frontcourt depth this pick
makes no sense. I guess that's what happens when you fire your GM a
month before the draft. -Seth Sommerfeld
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22. Kenneth Faried | 6-7 | 225 | PF | Morehead St. | 21The
Denver Nuggets and Portland Trailblazers are in the midst of trying to
swap Ray Felton and Andre Miller. Kenneth Faried has the highest-revving
motor in this year's draft. He's one of the most tenacious rebounders
in college basketball (more rebounds than anyone who has ever played
college hoops), and he plays with maximum effort every second he's on
the floor. He won't score much, and he's a little undersized (6-8 power
forward), but there is always a spot for a guy with Faried's rebounding
instincts. -Nick Prevenas
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23. Nikola Mirotic | 6-10 | 225 | SF/PF | Montenegro | 20Pick
acquired by Chicago. Mirotic is the prototypical guy to stash overseas.
He’s already a dead-eye shooter and can work on becoming tougher,
rounding out his skillset and getting a more NBA ready body over the
next few seasons. While it would be nice for the Bulls to add another
piece to get further in the playoffs, this is a very good big picture
move. It’s not like Derrick Rose won’t be around when Mirotic is ready
to start draining shots. -Seth Sommerfeld
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24. Reggie Jackson | 6-3 | 200 | PG/SG | Boston College | 21Just
as we reported a few weeks ago, the Thunder had a promise in place for
Reggie Jackson. The Boston College guard is one of the draft's most
explosive perimeter players, and elected to shut down workouts after OKC
promised to take him early on. He'll provide a nice scoring punch off
the bench behind Russell Westbrook, and may prove to be Eric Maynor
insurance, should Maynor be moved or depart after his rookie contract
expires. -Nick Prevenas
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25. Marshon Brooks | 6-5 | 195 | SG | Providence | 22Traded
to New Jersey for the 27th pick (and future 2nd). Due to his amazing
ability to put the ball through the hoop, Marshon Brooks has outstanding
upside. Unfortunately, the rest of his game is suspect. His defense is
downright awful. If the Nets are able to properly develop him (or at
least figure out a team D to compensate for him), this could be a major
steal. Considering Anthony Morrow and Sasha Vujacic are the Nets’
shooting guards, it’s hard to argue with the pick. -Seth Sommerfeld
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26. Jordan Hamilton | 6-8 | 228 | SG/SF | Texas | 20The
World Champion Dallas Mavericks selected versatile forward Jordan
Hamilton, but ESPN's Marc Stein reports they will be sending him to
Portland for Rudy Fernandez. Hamilton heads to the Nuggets as part of
this deal. He can score in a multitude of ways, and is much too talented
to fall this far. The big knock on Hamilton is his shot selection, but
he seems to be improving on that end. He's also a strong rebound and
capable defender. At 6-8, he'll give the Nuggets a much-needed scoring
threat on the wing. Denver used to have a pretty strong wing scorer, but
his name escapes me right now. -Nick Prevenas
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27. JaJuan Johnson | 6-10 | 220 | PF | Purdue | 22
JaJuan Johnson seems like the anti-Glen Davis. He’s got length and
athleticism, but needs to improve his basketball IQ and put on some bulk
if he’s going to stick in the league. He certainly will inject energy
into the aging Celtics, it’s just a question if he will be consistent
enough to stay on the court. -Seth Sommerfeld
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28. Norris Cole | 6-1 | 174 | PG | Cleveland St. | 22This
No. 28 pick has switched hands from Chicago to Minnesota to Miami,
where the Heat land Norris Cole. This is a logical fit for Miami, who is
in serious need of depth at the guard spots. Cole filled the stat sheet
like few others, but he was a one-man show at Cleveland State. He is an
exceptional rebounder for his size, and possesses terrific quickness
and straight-line speed. Think of him as a poor man's Rajon Rondo. He'll
need to prepare for constant scrutiny, as there is a little bit more
media coverage of the Miami Heat than Cleveland State. -Nick Prevenas
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29. Cory Joseph | 6-3 | 186 | PG | Texas | 20
With the Spurs trading George Hill to Indiana, Cory Joseph has a
chance to come in and immediately make an impact. With any other team
this would be considered a reach, but the San Antonio system will help
Joseph immensely. His speed and ability to penetrate suit the Popovich
system. It may take him a few years to develop, but this is a very good
fit all things considered. - Seth Sommerfeld
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30. Jimmy Butler | 6-7 | 222 | SF | Marquette | 21And
the last guaranteed first-round contract in the current collective
bargaining agreement goes to...Jimmy Butler from Marquette! Now this is a
feel-good story. Butler's story has been told many times by now (his
mom kicked him out at age 13 and he bounced around until finding a
family with the Lamberts), and now he gets his happy ending with the
Bulls. Butler can do a little bit of everything. He's a smooth and
versatile combo forward who will work his butt off and do whatever the
coaches say. He'll fit right in. -Nick Prevenas
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Second Round
31. Bojan Bogdanovic | 6-7 | 195 | SG/SF | Croatia | 22A
prolific scorer, Bogdanovic averaged 18 ppg for Cibona (2nd in
Euroleague) this year at just 22 years of age. But Bulls fans will be
waiting a few years as he just signed a multi-year deal to play in
Turkey. -Aran Smith
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32. Justin Harper | 6-9 | 228 | PF | Richmond | 21Justin
Harper is a sweet-shooting stretch forward who turned himself into an
NBA-level player during his four years at Richmond. He's not the most
physical guy in the draft, but he has a rare combination of height (6-9)
and shooting ability. If he can hit close to 40-percent of his 3s,
he'll stick in the NBA. -Nick Prevenas
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33. Kyle Singler | 6-9 | 228 | SF | Duke | 23
When you think of Detroit you think of…Kyle Singler? Singler made a
mistake by not coming out last year when his stock was higher. This
year he proved that none of his skills are particularly special. He
won’t flame out, but teams aren’t going to be regretting passing on him
anytime soon. Seth Sommerfeld
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34. Shelvin Mack | 6-2 | 205 | PG/SG | Butler | 22Shelvin
Mack introduced himself to basketball fans through back-to-back trips
to the National Championship game. He's a strong, physical guard with a
scorer's mentality. He's not a pure point guard, but he's an NBA-level
athlete and terrific teammate. -Nick Prevenas
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35. Tyler Honeycutt | 6-8 | 187 | SG/SF | UCLA | 20
Tyler Honeycutt is the type of guy that makes for a great second
round pick. He’s got upside, but not enough to want to guarantee him a
contract. Honeycutt is a very smart player with enough athletic ability
to develop into a solid role player. -Seth Sommerfeld
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36. Jordan Williams | 6-9 | 247 | PF | Maryland |Jordan
Williams is a strong, burly rebounder with soft hands and an improved
physique. He'll contribute on the glass right away, but he'll be best
served as a back-up, as stamina continues to be an issue. -Nick Prevenas
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37. Trey Thompkins | 6-10 | 239 | PF | Georgia | 21
Trey Thompkins strength is his advanced post skills. While he’s
certainly not flashy, he gets the job done down low. If he can improve
his body (he's something of a pudge right now) this might end up being a
decent value.
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38. Chandler Parsons | 6-10 | 221 | SF | Florida | 22Chandler
Parsons was one of college basketball's most versatile players last
year, as his creativity and high basketball IQ was a big reason for
Florida's success. He possess excellent height (nearly 6-10 in shoes)
for the small forward spot and could flourish in a point-forward role.
He's a subpar athlete, though, and will struggle to defend anyone at the
next level. -Nick Prevenas
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39. Jeremy Tyler | 6-10 | 262 | PF/C | USA | 20Traded
to Golden State. (As reported by Jeff Van Gundy via Mark Jackson)
Jeremy Tyler’s path to the NBA has been beyond rocky (dropping out of
high school and struggling overseas). His potential is high, but right
now that’s entirely based on his physical attributes as opposed to any
sort of polished skills. He’s the walking, breathing definition of a
project. -Seth Sommerfeld
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40. Jon Leuer | 6-11 | 223 | PF | Wisconsin | 22Jon
Leuer was one of college basketball's most efficient scorers. At 6-11,
Leuer possess a high release point on a jump shot that seems to go in
almost every time he gets a clear look. He tested surprisingly well at
the NBA combine, but plays a slower game than those numbers would
indicate. Best-case scenario, Leuer fills a Ryan Anderson role in the
NBA. -Nick Prevenas
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41. Darius Morris | 6-4 | 190 | PG | Michigan | 20There’s
no way Darius Morris should have come out this year. That said, he’s
probably fairly happy to end up with his hometown Lakers. He’s got size
and excellent point guard skills, and room to develop. However it’s hard
to ignore his dismal 3 point shot (25% last season). -Seth Sommerfeld
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42. Davis Bertans | 6-10 | 211 | SF | Latvia | 18Traded
to Spurs. Many mock drafts had Davis Bertans going in the late-first
round, so landing him in the middle of round two is tremendous value.
Bertans won't come over right away, but he's worth the wait. He's a
terrific spot-up shooter and wastes no time squaring up. He has a good
motor, but lacks strength. He'll spend the next couple years bulking up
his frame. -Nick Prevenas
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43. Malcolm Lee | 6-5 | 198 | PG/SG | UCLA | 21
Combo guard Malcolm Lee provides the T’Wolves with some much needed
defense. His offensive game has improved steadily (though still isn’t up
to snuff), so there’s hope that he might not be an offensive liability.
A smart, solid pickup for a team that can't be counted on for Draft
stability. -Seth Sommerfeld
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44. Charles Jenkins | 6-3 | 216 | PG/SG | Hofstra | 22Charles
Jenkins was a scoring machine at Hofstra, and you just know Mark
Jackson was thrilled to snag him at No. 44. He's a physical guard who
can muscle his way to the rim against most college defenders. His game
lacks polish, and he won't bully his way to the rack against NBA guards,
but he could stick as a bench scorer. -Nick Prevenas
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45. Josh Harrellson | 6-10 | 275 | PF/C | Kentucky | 22Traded
to Knicks. Josh Harrellson is not an NBA player. Congrats to him for
getting drafted, but he’s got no business being taken. He’s tall and he
works hard. That’s it. New York paid $1 million dollars for him? I now
officially believe Isiah Thomas is still making Knicks personnel
decisions. -Seth Sommerfeld
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46. Andrew Goudelock | 6-2 | 198 | PG/SG | Charleston | 22Andrew
Goudelock is a lights-out shooter with range out to a step behind the
3-point line. Even though the College of Charleston didn't play the
toughest competition, Goudelock often lit it up against the top-flight
teams they did take on. He's a shooting guard trapped in a point guard's
body, however, so he'll look to land on a roster as a shooting
specialist. – Nick Prevenas
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47. Travis Leslie | 6-4 | 205 | SG/SF | Georgia | 21The
Clippers clearly weren’t fully content with just having Blake Griffin’s
dunking ability, so they bring in high flying Travis Leslie. Leslie
can soar above the rim, but none of his other skills compare. It’s
unlikely he’ll have a significant career, but for the sake of highlight
dunk lovers everywhere, let’s hope he does. –Seth Sommerfeld
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48. Keith Benson | 6-11 | 217 | C | Oakland | 22Keith
Benson is a terrific rebounder and shot-blocker, but there isn't much
room in the NBA for centers who weigh less than 220 pounds. He has the
reach (7-4 wingspan) and the talent to be a pro center, but he's almost
the anti-Kenneth Faried in terms of his energy and tenacity. -Nick
Prevenas
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49. Josh Selby | 6-3 | 195 | PG/SG | Kansas | 20
It’s about time Selby got picked up. His talent is undeniable, but
he didn’t come close to putting everything together in his one shortened
year at Kansas. He’s a complete boom or bust prospect. Selby will
either be out of the league in a few years or will have a lot of teams
wondering how they passed him up. –Seth Sommerfeld
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50. Lavoy Allen | 6-9 | 225 | PF | Temple |Lavoy
Allen is the sort of player who has all the tools, but doesn't always
use them at the same time. He has good size for a power forward and he
rebounds well, can also pass but he doesn't always play to his talent
level. There is a decent chance he can stick on a roster if he finds a
coach/teammate to light a fire under him. -Nick Prevenas
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51. Jon Diebler | 6-6 | 197 | SG | Ohio State | 23
Jon Diebler can shoot like no one else in this draft (with the
possible exception of Jimmer). He’ll never be a complete player, but at
this point you can draft specialists. Who knows, he might be a future
3-point contest winner. –Seth Sommerfeld
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52. Vernon Macklin | 6-10 | 244 | PF | Florida | 24Vernon
Macklin certainly looks the part. At 6-9, 245 with a 9-1 standing
reach, he has all of the physical tools one could ask for in an NBA
power forward. However, he has no offensive game outside of six feet. He
can't face up, he struggles at the line, and he doesn't rebound
particularly well. He's 24 years old, as well. -Nick Prevenas
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53. DeAndre Liggins | 6-6 | 202 | SG | Kentucky | 23
DeAndre Liggins; another big, long defensive guard. It’s the fad
this year. All the cool kids are doing it. Liggins essentially got
squeezed out of Kentucky due to all the playing time needed for the top
prospects. He lacks the athleticism that some of the other defensive
guards in this draft have had and has a less developed offensive game.
-Seth Sommerfeld
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54. Milan Macvan | 6-9 | 260 | PF | Serbia | 21Milan
Macvan is a solid ballplayer, but he appears to be a career Euro. He's a
skilled Serbian with good instincts, a tremendous basketball IQ and
soft hands, but he simply isn't an NBA athlete right now. -Nick Prevenas
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55. E'twaun Moore | 6-4 | 191 | PG/SG | Purdue | 22
Purdue reunion in B-Town! E’twaun Moore joins JaJuan Johnson with
the Celtics. Moore is a hardworking overachiever, who can do a tiny bit
of everything. He’s going to fight and do all he can get a roster
spot. –Seth Sommerfeld
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56. Chukwudiebere Maduabum | 6-9 | 210 | PF | Nigeria | 20Chukwudiebere
Maduabum is raw. He can run and jump with the best of them, but there
is no guarantee that he will ever be able to play basketball at a
professional level. Denver GM Masai Ujiri loves him, though, and has
tracked him for the past few years. -Nick Prevenas
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57. Tanguy Ngombo | 6-6 | 210 | SF | Congo | 21Our
apologies to Mr. Ngombo who our sources said was not even worthy of
creating a profile for. As the saying goes "all it takes is one team to
like you" to be drafted. Minnesota obviously liked what they saw with
this guy's potential and took a flier on him. Highlights in his profile.
-Aran Smith
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58. Ater Majok | 6-10 | 225 | SF | Australia | 23Ater
Majok (a familiar face to die-hard UConn fans) is from the Sudan. He
has been playing professionally in Australia. Long, raw, so on and so
forth. Now, back to Adam Silver at the National Spelling Bee. -Nick
Prevenas
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59. Adam Hanga | 6-7 | 200 | PG/SG | Hungary | 22
A long term foreigner that the Spurs will stash overseas? I don’t
even know what to believe anymore. This is so unlike them. In all
seriousness, Hanga hasn’t faced high-level competition, but his frame is
intriguing for a shooting guard and he’s displayed excellent ball
handling and solid shooting skills. –Seth Sommerfeld
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60. Isaiah Thomas | 5-10 | 186 | PG | Washington | 22Sixty
picks and four-and-a-half hours later, Isaiah Thomas finally gets
drafted. He was a tremendous player for Lorenzo Romar at Washington, and
he absolutely deserves to have his name called. At only 5-foot-7, he'll
have an uphill battle to find a roster spot, but he's lightning quick
with more shooting and playmaking skills than, say, Nate Robinson. -Nick
Prevenas
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"Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!" 🎸⚽🏀🎨
madmax17 je napisao/la:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIQY5m5hnj8Lakersi ga ugrabili sa 46-im pickom
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vlacng je napisao/la:
But Bulls fans will be waiting a few years as he just signed a multi-year deal to play in Turkey. -Aran Smith
Ne razumijem sto pise ovo za Bojana?'
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Da je potpisao za Fener prije par dana."Smoke me a kipper, I'll be back for breakfast!" 🎸⚽🏀🎨
madmax17 je napisao/la:
vlacng je napisao/la:
But Bulls fans will be waiting a few years as he just signed a multi-year deal to play in Turkey. -Aran SmithNe razumijem sto pise ovo za Bojana?'
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Da je potpisao za Fener prije par dana.Vidi cijeli citat
pametniji si kad sutis!
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