A prime example of not taking projected rankings seriously. From 2005-2006 Lindy's preview magazine top-30 College/Euro prospects: #3 Sergio Rogriguez 6'3", 180 lbs PG The point guard position has become way more important to teams since natural "pass-first" point guards are no longer the norm in the NBA. That's why we feel Rodriguez is a lock to move into the top five. He does have a crossover reminiscent of Allen Iverson and can drive by anyone his size at will. #5 LaMarcus Aldridge 7'0" 237 lbs PF/C Aldridge may be the best big man in this draft now that Oden will be going to Ohio State. He has been thinking NBA ever since he outplayed Chris Bosh when they were big time centers as high schoolers in Texas. #27 Rudy Fernandez 6'6", 185 lbs SG/PG A natural point guard who needs to improve his outside shooting and on-the-ball-defense to make it as a frontline player in the NBA. This list is primarily made up of no-namers and busts (McRoberts, Morrison, Brewer, Sheldon, etc.) and did I mention Brandon Roy did not make it in this top-30 list? Not even in the honorable mention.
It also shows that you have to actually work on improving your game, instead of just doing flashy stuff. Had Sergio worked on his poor shooting and defense, you could argue that he deserves a top 20 placing on that list currently. Until he plays better, this is a Sebastian Telfair type player.
It seems to me that any guard prospect with passing skills starts off labeled as a "point guard." Whether or not they will really ever play the position in the NBA.
Shows just how important the team's age, depth, and especially coach and style, are for a player's career development. Coming into the league, it's all about opportunities to play big minutes.
