1. Chicago (33-49)- Rose 2. Miami (15-67)-beasley 3. Minnesota (22-60)- Brook lopez 4. Seattle (20-62)- Jerryd Bayless 5. Memphis (22-60)- O.J mayo 6. New York (23-59)- Danilio Galinari 7. LA Clippers (23-59)- Eric Gordan 8. Milwaukee (26-56)- Anthony Randolph 9. Charlotte (32-50)- DeAndre Jordan 10. New Jersey (34-48)- Darel Arthur 11. Indiana (36-46)- Russel WestBrook 12. Sacramento (38-44)- D.J Augustin 13. Portland (41-41)- Donte Green 14. Golden State (48-34)- Nicolas Batum post yours
btw ill be doing a poll each day starting Thursday or Friday, to get an overall view from the site, starting from pick 1 to 30
They can put Bogut at 5, kevin love at 4 and Yi and 3. Yi is a natural 3 anyways. That would make a nice balanced line-up.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (o.iatlhawksfan @ May 20 2008, 09:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>They can put Bogut at 5, kevin love at 4 and Yi and 3. Yi is a natural 3 anyways. That would make a nice balanced line-up.</div> Where does Charlie Villanueva fall in that crazy lineup of yours? Keep in mind, V started by the end of the season, and did pretty well in that role as a starter.
I'm aware of Charlie V playing well, but imo Kevin Love compliments Yi and Bogut more. You'll have two big men that can pass the ball very well. Sort of like Vlade Divac and Brad Miller of a couple of years ago. Bogut Love Yi Redd Mo Williams
I doubt that Danilo Gallinari drops that far. He's too highly regarded and versatile enough to play three different positions. Nicolas Batum will likely be the big surprise of this year's draft in the coming years. Depending on what team picks him and develops him correctly, he will be a very exciting player.
CDR at 13? Your aware Portland has Roy and most likely will bring Fernandez over right? I can guarantee you CDR is the last player Portland needs. They would much rather take Batum and leave him overseas for now
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (JFizzleRaider @ May 20 2008, 08:24 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>CDR at 13? Your aware Portland has Roy and most likely will bring Fernandez over right? I can guarantee you CDR is the last player Portland needs. They would much rather take Batum and leave him overseas for now</div> Depending on the availability of Batum and a team's interest in his development, Portland would be hard pressed NOT to take him if he's available at that spot. Thinking about what they have now and the prospect of Oden next season with Batum in two years if not sooner .. that's going to be some crazy talented team.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (o.iatlhawksfan @ May 20 2008, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Portland was the team, that confused me a little. I was gonna change it to Darrell Arthur.</div> I know very little about Darrell. Anyone: Is he a SF? If so, he could be useful to Portland. I think they could use a SF, especially if Jones doesn't stay around. If he does, tho, they're pretty set all-around. I like the idea of Gallinari/euro stash, though.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pegs @ May 20 2008, 09:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (o.iatlhawksfan @ May 20 2008, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Portland was the team, that confused me a little. I was gonna change it to Darrell Arthur.</div> I know very little about Darrell. Anyone: Is he a SF? If so, he could be useful to Portland. I think they could use a SF, especially if Jones doesn't stay around. If he does, tho, they're pretty set all-around. I like the idea of Gallinari/euro stash, though. </div> Arthur has a ton of potential, 6'9", SF/PF could fit in in Portland there are probably better matches, but if Arthur lives up to his potential, he could become a star, problem is, he probably won't unless hes in the right situation
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (BasX @ May 20 2008, 08:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pegs @ May 20 2008, 09:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (o.iatlhawksfan @ May 20 2008, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Portland was the team, that confused me a little. I was gonna change it to Darrell Arthur.</div> I know very little about Darrell. Anyone: Is he a SF? If so, he could be useful to Portland. I think they could use a SF, especially if Jones doesn't stay around. If he does, tho, they're pretty set all-around. I like the idea of Gallinari/euro stash, though. </div> Arthur has a ton of potential, 6'9", SF/PF could fit in in Portland there are probably better matches, but if Arthur lives up to his potential, he could become a star, problem is, he probably won't unless hes in the right situation </div> Ya I don't see Portland drafting him. Portland will either trade the pick, or draft a PG or SF. Gallinari, Westbrook, Augustine, Batum, possibly even Greene someone amongst them.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (BasX @ May 20 2008, 09:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pegs @ May 20 2008, 09:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (o.iatlhawksfan @ May 20 2008, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Portland was the team, that confused me a little. I was gonna change it to Darrell Arthur.</div> I know very little about Darrell. Anyone: Is he a SF? If so, he could be useful to Portland. I think they could use a SF, especially if Jones doesn't stay around. If he does, tho, they're pretty set all-around. I like the idea of Gallinari/euro stash, though. </div> Arthur has a ton of potential, 6'9", SF/PF could fit in in Portland there are probably better matches, but if Arthur lives up to his potential, he could become a star, problem is, he probably won't unless hes in the right situation </div> Who knows how he'll do in Portland, then. If Jones leaves, that could open up a spot for him at SF. He could do good backing up Travis Outlaw.
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pegs @ May 20 2008, 09:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (BasX @ May 20 2008, 09:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pegs @ May 20 2008, 09:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (o.iatlhawksfan @ May 20 2008, 09:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Portland was the team, that confused me a little. I was gonna change it to Darrell Arthur.</div> I know very little about Darrell. Anyone: Is he a SF? If so, he could be useful to Portland. I think they could use a SF, especially if Jones doesn't stay around. If he does, tho, they're pretty set all-around. I like the idea of Gallinari/euro stash, though. </div> Arthur has a ton of potential, 6'9", SF/PF could fit in in Portland there are probably better matches, but if Arthur lives up to his potential, he could become a star, problem is, he probably won't unless hes in the right situation </div> Who knows how he'll do in Portland, then. If Jones leaves, that could open up a spot for him at SF. He could do good backing up Travis Outlaw. </div> Portland might be better off passing on Arthur, if Jones stays, if Jones leaves, like you said, it could fill up a spot, little early to say
My mock draft .. 01. Chicago Bulls - Michael Beasley 02. Miami Heat - Derrick Rose 03. Minnesota Timberwolves - Brook Lopez 04. Seattle SuperSonics - Danilo Gallinari 05. Memphis Grizzlies - Kevin Love 06. New York Knicks - OJ Mayo 07. Los Angeles Clippers - Jerryd Bayless 08. Milwaukee Bucks - Anthony Randolph 09. Charlotte Bobcats - DeAndre Jordan 10. New Jersey Nets - Eric Gordon (likely traded through the draft) 11. Indiana Pacers - Russell Westbrook 12. Sacramento Kings - Nicolas Batum 13. Portland Trailblazers - Joe Alexander 14. Golden State Warriors - Darrell Arthur Notes: I'd like to see Nicolas Batum drop a spot to Portland and it may happen, but it really depends on Sacramento's interest in developing the young star-to-be and waiting it out. I believe they will do it, but I'd personally prefer to see him go to the Blazers organization. New Jersey are sitting fairly well if my predictions are right. If Gordon falls that far in the end, he will be sweet trade material for interested teams that are likely outside the lottery. Brook Lopez to the Wolves is all likely going to happen. The team is very weak at the center position, so he's obviously the right choice in my opinion. Having him along with Al Jefferson will create a nice big man tandem as well. I can't see the Sonics skipping on the chance to draft the Italian Gallinari. Matching him with Durant at the 2 and 3 is just a scary thought for the coming years. Finally, I can't see Memphis passing up on Love. He will fit in well with their current roster.
What about Green, Gelebale (spelling?) and Wilkins in Seattle, though? Gallinari wouldn't really fit in there...
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (pegs @ May 20 2008, 09:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>What about Green, Gelebale (spelling?) and Wilkins in Seattle, though? Gallinari wouldn't really fit in there...</div> Seattle is definitely taking a PG. At least that what I think. They are investing a lot in Durant and Green, and like you said the way of the NBA is turning to guard oriented play. Bayless would fit perfectly
Honestly, the only two ways I can't see them picking the Italian is if Lopez drops or they want a point guard. The center position is just pilling up though. Jerryd Bayless would be good because the point is still fairly susceptible for the team. I'd still rather go with Gallinari though.
