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1. Kings: Blake Griffin - The most dominant player this year will bring so much athleticism and skill down-low beside Hawes. Most likely Thompson will slide to SF or come off the bench. Don't be surprise if the trade him too. Griff is a lock at 1.
2. Wizards: Ricky Rubio - Yes, its the reincarnation of Pistol Pete. He has substance, style, and prodigy written all over him. I know Wiz will take because the point guard has been the most inconsistent. Even the Crittenton experiment didn't work. So expect Ernie Grunfeld to make the pure, and flashy point guard a lock at 2. We all know Grunfeld likes this kid, especially after the showing of Paul and Kidd.
3. Clippers: Hasheem Thabeet - Camby is on the downside of his career, and Kaman is unpredictable at times. I can't imagine them passing on this guy from Uconn. He has been on the seen for 6 years and showing rapid improvement in his game. Thabeet is one of those seven footers that pick basketball and it didn't pick him. The desire is there. He'll be a impact on the defensive end with his ability to alter and block shots. His offensive game is improving as he get stronger. He also has potential to be a great free-throw shooter with that touch he has. You rarely see that finesse from bigs. He's special.
4. Thunder: Demar Derozan - I think this is a surprise pick. Demar is perfect for their core guys (Green, Durant, and Westbrook). He'll reach his prime by the time Durant, Westbrook, and Green come into whole - that's a scary thought. He came on late this year but appeared when it counted. He has upside on the defensive end, like weak-side blocking and man-to-man defending. He also has potential to be a top 5 scoring leader in the league. He mixes it up on the perimeter. He can shoot from anywhere on the floor and has the ability to finish over shot blockers when attacking the rim. So you're looking at a explosive back-court with him and Westbrook - both pac 10 guys. Also, he'll take a lot of pressure of KD. The future is bright for OKC. Last, the Center position will be next on their "to do list".
5. T'Wolves: James Harden - This cat has it all from a IQ and skill perspective. He'll make his teammates better and he'll amalgamate his scoring at the right time. He has a Ray Allen approach to the game. He doesn't talk smack; Harden will just get the job done effectively. He has drawn comparisons to Manu Ginobili and none of that's an lie. Last, expect Wolves to address the PG position next - being this draft is deep on PG's.
6. Grizzlies: Jordan Hill - The PF position has been absent, far as sheer dominance and poise. I'm sure they miss Pau. Though, Hill can bring some of them components back into core. It's obvious he'll come in right away and contribute being he's a Junior coming from Arizona. Hill should give them post scoring in a finesse manner but show flashes of sneaky athleticism too. He could be second in R.O.Y. voting. He just has that type of switch in him. He'll be unstoppable one minute and defer the next.
7. Warriors: Brandon Jennings - This kid invented style and substance with his appearance and playing style. He turns it up a notch to where he stands out the most. BJ has the Iverson approach to the game. He can give you 20 assist one night and on the next night 30 points in the book. He can light it up on the offensive but struggles against bigger guys like Derrick Rose at the point - which you would know since my highschool (Simeon) knocked Oak hill off the map and BJ was shocked while defending Rose at that moment. Warriors need a PG and this would be Monta Ellis' shadow. He's best suited in a Offensive system at this stage of his career.
8. Knicks: Stephen Curry - He has been almost guaranteed this pick over the course of this year. Insiders hear it all the time from the NY camp that Curry is their pick if he's available. Since he's Lebron James' protege, that definitely doesn't hurt. He's best suited in this organization because Coach MD will cover his flaws like he did Nash's in Phoenix. Most likely, Curry will be playing point guard in the NBA and he should be solid since he does understands angles. Plus, you should never doubt his toughness. What he did at Davidson should be enough proof. He has the trigger on that shot that drives opponents crazy. He can fill the stat sheet up quick in points' category.
9. Raptors: Earl Clark - I've been saying Raps need perimeter help for the longest. They're under performing at the Wing position. Clark gives them versatility by playing every position on the floor. He's a passing Forward that can take over games with his finesse and skill on the post, to the perimeter too. You don't see many 6'9'' - arguable 6'10'' - players that can move and make others better like he does. Lebron comes to mind when you see him play but he's not on that level. His shot can use some consistency from deep but he should grow into a difference maker down the line.
10. Bucks: Tyreke Evans - Bucks might want to get this combo G if they're looking to solidify the back-court for good. He has star potential but his jump-shot is scarier than the Shaun Livingston knee injury scene. Other than that, he can pass and score off the dribble. He can crossover with the best of them. I can imagine him playing on the court with Redd at the 2 and himself at the 1. Or, Luke at the 1 and himself at the 2. He also can play defense with his length and that appeals to Skiles approach as we all know. Ultimately, this pick is to replace the elderly Michael Redd. Evans should be the heir.
-- part 2 coming soon --
2. Wizards: Ricky Rubio - Yes, its the reincarnation of Pistol Pete. He has substance, style, and prodigy written all over him. I know Wiz will take because the point guard has been the most inconsistent. Even the Crittenton experiment didn't work. So expect Ernie Grunfeld to make the pure, and flashy point guard a lock at 2. We all know Grunfeld likes this kid, especially after the showing of Paul and Kidd.
3. Clippers: Hasheem Thabeet - Camby is on the downside of his career, and Kaman is unpredictable at times. I can't imagine them passing on this guy from Uconn. He has been on the seen for 6 years and showing rapid improvement in his game. Thabeet is one of those seven footers that pick basketball and it didn't pick him. The desire is there. He'll be a impact on the defensive end with his ability to alter and block shots. His offensive game is improving as he get stronger. He also has potential to be a great free-throw shooter with that touch he has. You rarely see that finesse from bigs. He's special.
4. Thunder: Demar Derozan - I think this is a surprise pick. Demar is perfect for their core guys (Green, Durant, and Westbrook). He'll reach his prime by the time Durant, Westbrook, and Green come into whole - that's a scary thought. He came on late this year but appeared when it counted. He has upside on the defensive end, like weak-side blocking and man-to-man defending. He also has potential to be a top 5 scoring leader in the league. He mixes it up on the perimeter. He can shoot from anywhere on the floor and has the ability to finish over shot blockers when attacking the rim. So you're looking at a explosive back-court with him and Westbrook - both pac 10 guys. Also, he'll take a lot of pressure of KD. The future is bright for OKC. Last, the Center position will be next on their "to do list".
5. T'Wolves: James Harden - This cat has it all from a IQ and skill perspective. He'll make his teammates better and he'll amalgamate his scoring at the right time. He has a Ray Allen approach to the game. He doesn't talk smack; Harden will just get the job done effectively. He has drawn comparisons to Manu Ginobili and none of that's an lie. Last, expect Wolves to address the PG position next - being this draft is deep on PG's.
6. Grizzlies: Jordan Hill - The PF position has been absent, far as sheer dominance and poise. I'm sure they miss Pau. Though, Hill can bring some of them components back into core. It's obvious he'll come in right away and contribute being he's a Junior coming from Arizona. Hill should give them post scoring in a finesse manner but show flashes of sneaky athleticism too. He could be second in R.O.Y. voting. He just has that type of switch in him. He'll be unstoppable one minute and defer the next.
7. Warriors: Brandon Jennings - This kid invented style and substance with his appearance and playing style. He turns it up a notch to where he stands out the most. BJ has the Iverson approach to the game. He can give you 20 assist one night and on the next night 30 points in the book. He can light it up on the offensive but struggles against bigger guys like Derrick Rose at the point - which you would know since my highschool (Simeon) knocked Oak hill off the map and BJ was shocked while defending Rose at that moment. Warriors need a PG and this would be Monta Ellis' shadow. He's best suited in a Offensive system at this stage of his career.
8. Knicks: Stephen Curry - He has been almost guaranteed this pick over the course of this year. Insiders hear it all the time from the NY camp that Curry is their pick if he's available. Since he's Lebron James' protege, that definitely doesn't hurt. He's best suited in this organization because Coach MD will cover his flaws like he did Nash's in Phoenix. Most likely, Curry will be playing point guard in the NBA and he should be solid since he does understands angles. Plus, you should never doubt his toughness. What he did at Davidson should be enough proof. He has the trigger on that shot that drives opponents crazy. He can fill the stat sheet up quick in points' category.
9. Raptors: Earl Clark - I've been saying Raps need perimeter help for the longest. They're under performing at the Wing position. Clark gives them versatility by playing every position on the floor. He's a passing Forward that can take over games with his finesse and skill on the post, to the perimeter too. You don't see many 6'9'' - arguable 6'10'' - players that can move and make others better like he does. Lebron comes to mind when you see him play but he's not on that level. His shot can use some consistency from deep but he should grow into a difference maker down the line.
10. Bucks: Tyreke Evans - Bucks might want to get this combo G if they're looking to solidify the back-court for good. He has star potential but his jump-shot is scarier than the Shaun Livingston knee injury scene. Other than that, he can pass and score off the dribble. He can crossover with the best of them. I can imagine him playing on the court with Redd at the 2 and himself at the 1. Or, Luke at the 1 and himself at the 2. He also can play defense with his length and that appeals to Skiles approach as we all know. Ultimately, this pick is to replace the elderly Michael Redd. Evans should be the heir.
-- part 2 coming soon --
