wxspawn wrote:Darth! Can you do me a solid and put Jason Williams back on the roster in free agency. He just retired this year. So pretty please with drugs on top!
LOL, that was the funniest request ever. You made me laugh, buddy! 
Just because experts say it's the weakest draft in years, doesn't mean that there arent a few standout players in this years draft.
Despite what people are saying..............Ima standup for what I believe in. after extensive research and based off trends I have seen from roster makers; who have made rosters for including the rookies. This is is what i'm highly suggesting. First and foremost, I can't take all the credit or any of the credit. This is from research and based off of trends that I have already seen and agree with.
The top 5 picks ratings between 79 to 75
lottery picks 6-14 ratings between 75 to 70.
picks 15 to 30 ratings between 70 to 65.
Picks 31 to 60 ratings between 65 to 55.
1. Irving 79. 6-3 Wt: 191 PG:
NBA Comparison: Mike Conley/Chris Paul
Strengths: A “true” PG with a great feel for the game … Charismatic player with the imagination and mindset to become a standout PG at the NBA level , “has a chance to be special”… A facilitator who shows the ability to make those around him better … Great vision and passing skills … Great burst. Has the blow by speed to get past defenders off the dribble … Good decision maker. Looks to make the right play instead of always trying to dazzle … Doesn’t force shots or overdribble (improved this in his limited time at Duke) … Excellent shooter with the ability to get shots within the flow of the offense … Jumpshot has great form … Has range out to NBA three and just needs time to gain consistency on it … Good one on one skills … Can pull up off the dribble … A strong finisher exhibiting good body control … Ambidextrous with the dribble, showing impressive ability to go to the left and finish with his off hand … Has excellent ball handling ability with a nasty crossover … High motor kid who gets strong reviews for his character and work ethic … Has a good wingspan and big hands which are obviously positive attributes … Very efficient shooter : 53% fg, 90% ft, 45% 3p … Solid defender with adequate size. Gets low, fundamental, doesn’t gamble too often. Plays the passing lanes well (1.5 spg) …
Weaknesses: Durability is a legitimate concern after he missed all but 8 games of his freshman season (heading into the post season) … The big question is whether this was a fluke (turftoe injury) or indicative of a bigger problem … Lack of experience at the college level is concerning considering how difficult it is to master the position at the next level … Could struggle with the transition to the NBA game with just 8 games of NCAA experience under his belt. Granted he looked advanced for a freshmen PG … Has solid athleticism, but not elite … Not known for highlight reel dunks or a player who overwhelms opponents with his physicality … Needs to continue to work on his strength in order to improve his ability to finish and defensively … Tendency to get out of control attacking the basket … Put up tremendous numbers in his first 8 games, however it’s questionable he would have sustained that for an entire season through conference play … Appears to have the total package but missing such a huge portion of his freshman season makes him a risk. A team will have to roll the dice on limited college experience and exposure …
Notes: Turf toe injury has sidelined him for all but 11 games of his freshman season … When he returned from injury, he looked out of shape and was not as dynamic as he had been in the early part of the season ... Refusing to participate in the athleticism testing (a first for a projected top pick) may raise some red flags ... 10% body fat also extremely high for a guard raising the question whther he has been able to work out fully after returning from injury ... His breakout performance came in a game that many felt were the two top teams in the country, at the time, with 31 points vs. Michigan State. Their collapse has made that performance less impressive in hindsight … The NBA game has gone the way of point guards and having a true PG gives a team such an edge. This plays right into Irving’s hands as he is viewed as a true point guard with the potential to be just a notch below the games elite’s (Derrick Rose, Deron Williams, Chris Paul)… Sources claim he will enter this year’s (2011) NBA draft if he’s projected by teams as a top 2 pick …
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2. Derrick Wiliams 78 sf/pf 6'9 [b]
NBA Comparison: David West/Michael Beasley
Weaknesses: Considered a combo forward, and there are some questions about what position he will defend with the most effectiveness … Insists that he sees himself as a SF more than a PF, but he has never really played SF dating back to HS, and would certainly be a shaky defender against NBA SF’s … Hard to see him being as efficient and effective if he plays more SF than PF, although he certainly will be able to play some legit time on the wing … Was a pretty modest defensive player in college, as his lateral quickness is mediocre and his length is just OK, which are respective problems for the SF and PF positions … Definitely has wavering intensity on this end, and will allow baskets without much resistance around the rim, particularly against the bigger, more athletic PF’s he faced … Wasn’t that great a defensive rebounder (5.5 a game) and will ball-watch, and gives up rebounds on the defensive end that give offenses 2nd chance opportunities at times … Although he generally is decisive, Williams struggles at times with defenders crowding him and is pretty turnover prone when he gets collapsed upon ... Doesn’t look to pass the ball very much … Saw limited minutes at times in games due to foul trouble … Won’t be a big threat in the passing lanes or blocking shots at the NBA level ...
Overall: Was the catalist in knocking off the defending champion Duke Blue Devils with his tremendous performance in the 2011 NCAA tourney ... Williams’ blend of size and his pure talent scoring the ball on offense will make him a viable option in the NBA. His ability to be a matchup problem at the NBA level offensively will make him a coveted prospect in this draft, as today’s NBA covets mismatch PF’s who can score at Williams’ level. He’s not a great rebounder and he’s not a very good defender, but he does have the body to hit the glass with solid effectiveness and his fundamentals on D aren’t bad. Williams will go on to have a productive NBA career, particularly offensively.
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3. Enes Canter 78 C 6/11
NBA Comparison: Al Horford
Strengths: Bigman with excellent size, strength and polish … Combines brute strength with a high skill level … Soft hands … Long arms and solid athleticism allow him to be a force in the paint … A tremendous rebounder. Plays with a high motor and enjoys contact … Has a strong frame and a high basketball IQ … Has a scorers mentality. Owns a diverse offensive game with the ability to use post moves and strength to score on his opponent or face the basket and knock down mind-range jumpshots … Has the strength to muscle through contact and finish … Smooth offensive game. Has a soft touch and excellent shooting motion … Good free throw shooter … Has legitimate center size. Measured 6-11, 261 lbs at the LeBron James Skills Academy in July … Possesses great dexterity and body control for a bigman … Coachable kid with a positive attitude and strong work ethic … Weaknesses: One of the big concerns scouts have with Kanter is his physical health. He has had a history of knee problems and there are concerns about his knees not checking out 100% when he has NBA physicals … Foot speed is good but not at the level of some of the top inside forces in the NBA … Played one year of high school ball at Stoneridge Prep in Simi Valley, California and was somewhat inconsistent … Notes: Has dominated his age group for a number of years in European competitions … Set the Hoops Summit record for points with 34
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4. Thompson 77, PF 6'9
NBA Comparison: Charles Smith
Strengths: A lefty post player with a tremendous wingspan … He has made improvements to his body, shedding the baby fat he carried throughout high-school, he has also added some mass and definition (his frame shows the potential to support even more weight without taking away from his explosiveness) … A good athlete, he is able to make plays on both ends of the floor thanks to his length, energy and blue collar approach… He establishes good early position and gets a high number of easy looks in transition thanks to his ability to run the floor … Battles for position and is able to get touches very close to the basket because he seals and counterseals extremely well … Has very good hands and makes difficult catches in traffic and on the move … Shows the ability to turn to both shoulders effectively and can finish with mini jump hooks with both hands … He is becoming more comfortable using his body and quick feet to beat defenders to the spot … He flashes the ability to faceup and attack off the bounce, but he will need to continue to polish his handles before he can fully utilize his quick and long first step … Finds the seams in the defence and gets to the openings for quick and easy finishes without having plays run for him … When his energy level is high he can be a very good rebounder, especially on the offensive end … He has an extremely quick second jump, and he is able to time his attack and get his hands on a high percentage of missed shots … His length also posses problems on the defensive end, as he is able to recover quickly or slide over from the weakside to block and contest shots around the basket …
Weaknesses: At 6-9 he is a bit on the short side as a power forward at the next level … Although he has terrific length, and good athleticism, they do not negate his size issues completely … Also, at this point in his career he plays more as a center as his game is strictly confined to the low block … The major inadequacy that limits his game to the paint is the fact that his jumper needs serious work … He showed very little confidence in it all year and the ones he did take looked hesitant and were off-balance (he shoots with a major fade on almost every shot) … He shoots the ball over his head and extends the release too high, making his stroke very erratic and the results extremely inconsistent… To compound the issue, he shot an abysmal 49% from the foul line, raising the concern level on his outside touch even more … He needs to improve his back to the basket repertoire, adding counter moves once his initial drive gets cut off would benefit his game … Struggles against stronger defenders, can be bodied out of position and into off-balance shots … He is an inconsistent performer, his energy fluctuates drastically from game to game, and he doesn’t play with the same drive every night … Has disappeared in some big games this season … There is a strong correlation between his scoring and rebounding numbers, if he doesn’t get touches early in the game he will not look to get to the glass with the same aggressiveness on either end … Born in 1991, he is a full year older than his class …
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5. Jonas Valanceunis 75 C/PF 6'11
NBA Comparison: Spencer Hawes/Primoz Brezic
Strengths: Lithuanian bigman with great size and rebounding instincts ... Has a long 6'11" frame and a huge wingspan to go along with it ... Very fluid athlete ... Runs the court well for a center ... Good quickness and solid explosiveness/leaping ability ... Strength/weight has been improving, and he should continue to add more in the future ... Uses all of his physical skills to the fullest when attacking the glass ... Extremely aggressive rebounder both offensively and defensively ... Gets a lot of tip-ins and put-backs ... Shows a good understanding of boxing out, which is somewhat rare for young players ... Uses great length to either grab or tip out-of-area rebounds to teammates ... Solid shot blocker with the potential to be very good in this area ... Competes hard on defense ... Length allows him to contest entry passes ... Super active on both ends of the court ... In the paint he shows a variety of developing moves ... Has a nice jump-shot from 8-12 feet away from the hoop ... Has great shooting mechanics and an extraordinarily soft touch for a bigman ... Has a developing hook shot that could be deadly in time ... Often used in pick and roll situations ... Favorite move is to "slip" after setting up for a pick, and cut to the rim ... Keeps the ball high and away from any secondary defenders ... Incredibly efficient (shot 70.8% from the field in the Euroleague) ... Doesn't miss a lot of shots because he operates so close to the rim ... If he doesn't have a high-percentage shot he immediately passes the ball out ... Remarkable free-throw shooter (88.5%) ... Tough player that's not afraid of contact ... Just turned 19 and has a great deal of potential ... Has a lot of enthusiasm for the game, and eager to improve. Unlike a lot of bigmen that were pushed into the game of basketball, it's obvious he has a genuine love for the game ...
Weaknesses: Can't create his own offense yet ... Has a budding set of skills in the post, but needs teammates who can set him up ... No real perimeter game ... Almost all offense comes from around the hoop ... Very unselfish but not a talented passer ... Makes a lot of mistakes when trying to pass out of double teams ... Plays very aggressively, which is a good quality, but it gets him in foul trouble quickly ... Needs to learn how to play good defense without fouling ... Hasn't developed the habit of remaining stationary when setting screens ... Struggles guarding stronger players ... Still skinny, though he is showing progress in this area ... Is currently signed with Lietuvos Rytas and the buyout option in his contract is over $3 million dollars, so he may not see the NBA for a few seasons ... Very wet behind the ears.
Overall: European scouts are unanimously high on this kid, many feel that he desrves to be a top 5 pick ... Valanciunas' combination of size, skill and motor gives him a high amount of intrigue ... He isn't a finished product, so whatever team drafts him will have to be patient ... Has a buyout in the range of 3 million which could dissuade some teams from selecting him ... The lockout comes at a perfect time for him as he can continue to develop for another year overseas ... Appeared "overwhelmed by the situation" according to scouts while doing interviews in Treviso ...
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6. Jan Vesley 75 Sf/PF/C 6'11
NBA Comparison: Mike Dunleavy/Andrei Kirilenko
Strengths: Possesses a terrific combination of size and length for the SF position ... Offensively, he improved his low post game and is looking to post up more this year; he can post up smaller defenders and uses his height advantage to score over defenders; has a height/length advantage on almost every player in Europe ... Jan has good motor and excellent ability to run the floor (most of his points are off of dunks, put-backs and points in transition) ... Good hands around the basket ... Facing up to the basket, he is able to get to the rim quickly due to his quickness and good first step. Very explosive off the floor when attacking the bucket and finishes strong ... As a shooter he improved since last year and feels more confident taking shots outside the 3pt line and creating off the dribble; his mechanics and follow-through look fluid; good elevation on his shot ... If he catches the ball and his feet are set and pointed towards the basket he usually will knock down shots ... Defensively he is good, thanks to his length and can guard multiple positions ... His lateral quickness is impressive for his size and he does a solid job at moving his feet (good P&R defender and closes well on the perimeter staying in front of guards) ... Plays with lot of emotion ... A competitive player that hustles for loose balls and brings energy on the court ...
Weaknesses: Vesely needs to continue improving his offensive skills. He's still a work in progress as a player as his athleticism and "wow plays" exceed his effectiveness and consistency ... He has had a decent season but more was expected from him coming into the year ... He is limited to one or two dribbles when creating off the dribble and needs to improve his 1-on-1 game and ball-handling skills ... Has to become more efficient/consistent shooter overall (50% FG, 46% FT, 46.3% 3FG in Euroleague and 74.1 % FG, 51% FT, 31.8% 3FG in NLB League) ... Hasn't added any weight since last year and will have to get stronger in order to compete in the NBA; still has trouble finishing plays under pressure ... Has strength and athleticism but not productive enough as a rebounder (4.4 rpg in NLB League and only 2.9 rpg in Euroleague) ... Could run into some problems fitting into an NBA position as his length slows him some on the perimeter in the half court set and he lacks the strength and toughness to play in the paint right now ...
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7. Biyombo 73. pf/c 6'9
NBA Comparison: Ian Mahinmi/ Adonal Foyle
Strengths: A very explosive 6’9” center with a terrific wingspan ... He’s able to run the floor with very good speed and hustles at all times ... As he gains experience, his skills will certainly permit him to become a very solid defensive player, possibly a shot blocking specialist ... Quickness and footspeed are surely good enough to defend inside players, hedge and recuperate on the pick and roll ... Toughness and intensity are fine, balance is okay too, although as he gets stronger and adds volume it’ll be easier for him to hold inside positions and become a better finisher in the paint. Biyombo is a player who likes to play above the rim. Additionally he has nice skills in the low post to attack the basket, using fakes, spin moves and jump hooks ... A quick first step and ability to put the ball on the floor allow him also to make one dribble power moves to the basket .. Appears to be a quick study, developing his skill level to the point where it is ... There have been numerous African players who have been brought to European leagues and failed to accomplish what Biyombo has (impacting a high level ACB team) ... As for rebounding, Bismack usually tries to box out and goes for offensive boards quite fiercely ... In just a few months playing with the first team of Fuenlabrada in the ACB, defensive positioning in help side has improved a lot to become a consistent intimidating force in the paint ... considered a high character kid by all accounts ... Hands aren't bad considering how raw he is and that many African players have below average hand eye coordination, and he could even develop into a pick and roll option.
Weaknesses: Offensive game is a long ways from being NBA ready ... He still needs to develop his footwork and overall awareness ... Doesn’t have the needed confidence in his left hand yet and has to go right to finish inside. His outside shooting lacks polish ... Right now his passing is only average ... His general basketball knowledge and awareness on both sides of the court show his lack of experience ... Fundamentals and timing on rebounds can improve ... Several relatively basic concepts in both offense and defense aren’t yet automatic in his game ... Too often loses rebounds by jumping in an uncontrolled fashion for blocked shots instead of keeping his inside position to box out his opponent ...
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8 Brandon Knight 74 pg 6'3
NBA Comparison: Jason Terry/Jrue Holiday
Strengths: Heady point guard with great size and explosive scoring ability ... Very natural scorer with an effortless shooting ability and excellent instincts off the dribble ... Very quick in half-court situations ... Great first step ... Penetrates the defense and gets into the paint with ease ... Possesses a good-looking runner, which can be extremely useful for point guards at the next level ... A fast runner in the open court ... Makes good decisions in fast-break opportunities ... Great size for a point guard, standing 6'3.25" in shoes with a 6'6.75" wingspan ... Uses his length and solid athleticism to finish well around the rim ... Looks comfortable with the ball in his hands ... Creates shots well for himself ... Uses a lot of hesitations and fakes to get himself open ... Shoots the ball often and with confidence ... Already has NBA three-point range ... Likes to surprise the defense with a quick pull-up jumper just inside the arc ... Doesn't get rattled easily ... Thrives in high-pressure situations ... Had a reputation for being a clutch performer in high school and has certainly lived up to that at Kentucky (game-winners against Princeton and Ohio State in the NCAA tournament) ... Unselfish passer who looks to keep his teammates involved ... Good timing in pick and roll situations ... Very smart defender that doesn't gamble for steals a lot ... Has the quick feet and long arms to stay in front of his man and deny penetration ... Highly competitive and mature ... Had a 4.0 GPA at Kentucky, which suggests that he is also responsible off the court ... Only 19 years old with a strong work-ethic and a high upside ... Will continue to improve ...
Weaknesses: Not a pure point guard ... Ball handling ability needs a lot of work. His dribble is too high and will be easy to pick unless he improves upon it ... Passing ability is respectable, but not intuitive ... Very turnover prone, especially when trying to create for others ... Gets caught trying to make "home run" passes at times, when a more conservative approach would save his team the possession... Efficiency leaves something to be desired ... Only shot 42.3% from the floor... Very streaky shooter ... Takes ill-advised shots, which aren't really a problem when he's hot, but can make you scratch your head if he wasn't having a good game to begin with... Athletically, his leaping ability is fairly average... Isn't a real threat to explode vertically or dunk on the defense ... At 177 lbs, he'll get pushed around by the stronger guards in the NBA ...
Overall: Knight is a ton notch prospect with a great future ahead of him ... He isn't a complete player yet, but he's only 19 and has a lot of time to improve ... John Calipari-coached point guards (Rose, Evans, Wall) have all seen a lot of success in the NBA and Knight looks to be the next in line ... Any team looking to add a franchise point guard from this year's draft will have to take a hard look at Knight ... He won't stay on the board for long, and he'll have a good chance of being a top-5 pick ...
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9. Kimba Walker 74. pg 6'1
NBA Comparison: Tim Hardaway/Bobby Jackson
Strengths: Walker's game is marked by "electricity" and explosiveness. Plays with an undefinable burst, seemingly moving in warp speed while everyone else is standing still- yet he remains for the most part under control, with the ball on a string. Working in his favor is a freakish blend of raw speed, breathtaking quickness, ultra-aggression and sneaky power. Scores from anywhere on the court (23.5 ppg). Can't be contained by a single defender off the dribble, be it in the half court or most notably in transition. Splits double teams and traps in a blink. Changes direction at FULL speed. He is a master at creating space, using jab steps, cross overs and pump fakes to shed defenders. Highly creative with the rock in his hands and finishing at the rim. Able to complete plays through contact with a full head of steam. Also able to re-adjust angles and avoid shot blockers by hanging and improvising in mid-air. Constantly in attack mode, frequently living at the charity stripe (7.7 attempts). Scoop shots and floaters are not foreign to his arsenal either. Overall shooting aptitude has improved dramatically since arriving on campus. His range shooting is now a real weapon (33% on 5.5 attempts), despite a myriad of low percentage, bail out chucks. He's always been extremely comfortable shooting step back J's off the dribble, but displayed a new wrinkle coming off screens as the season progressed. Solid elevation and high release. Tremendous two-footed leaper in space. Despite his gift for the putting the ball in the bucket, he's very much a facilitator (4.5 apg), creating open shots for others by commanding a second/third defender. Prolific rebounder for his size (5.4 rpg), completely unafraid to mix it up with bigger bodies. Excellent lateral quickness with fluid hips. Beats the offensive player to the spot. Opportunistic defensively- if you're careless with the ball, he'll take it back the other way for a deuce (1.9 stl). His motor never runs low (38 minutes per). A true winner with a warrior's spirit.
Weaknesses: His measurement of 6'1 with shoes was a win, but he remains an undersized commodity, his standing reach of 7'7.5 is the same as 5'10 PG Isaiah Thomas. Defending the new breed of NBA point guards will be a severe challenge. He takes a ton of hits in his 184-pound frame, and while he's been anything but fragile, it's a concern over the long haul. Walker's an unselfish distributor and a dynamic playmaker, but he'll never be mistaken for an orchestrator or true lead guard. Connecticut's half court offense was largely late clock isolations: can he get a team organized and operate an NBA style, functional system? Has a tendency to play out of control times, but to his credit he has learned to pace himself when the situation calls for it (2.3 turnovers). It's difficult to cage a lion, and as a result he will go through patches where he gets caught up in the emotion of the game. Too many out of control shot attempts, attacking the trees wildly when there's simply nothing available. Fearless is a great quality as long as it doesn't reach the point of reckless. Criticizing him for lack of efficiency (43% fg) is probably unfair given the tremendous burden placed upon his shoulders. Nevertheless, he does have a tendency to waste possessions. He finished in traffic at the collegiate level, but the NBA paint is a different animal. Continued advancement in the mid-range, pull up game will go a long ways in getting more quality looks and saving his body. Shooting stroke needs fine tuning, particularly from range. Arc on his jumper brings rain and inhibits consistent results.
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10. Jimmer Ferdette 73. pg 6'2
NBA Comparison: Mark Price/Eddie House
Strengths: An absolutely relentless scorer ... Led nation in points per game with 28.9 ... Wide array of ways to put the ball in the basket ... Great size and strength for a point guard ... Strong finisher around the rim ... Uncanny shooting ability ... Volume shooter that maintains efficiency; averaged 3.3 three-pointers made per game in his senior season on 39.6% ... Gets an outstanding amount of elevation on his jump shot ... Won't dazzle with high-flying dunks, but uses the athleticism he has very well ... Tough to stop in transition ... Can pull-up for a quick jump shot from anywhere on the court ... Unlimited range ... Supreme confidence in his shooting ability, won't hesitate to fire from as far as 30 feet away from the basket ... Able to make shots even when appearing well off-balance ... Great free-throw shooter (89.4%) ... Underrated quickness ... Nasty ball-handling ability ... Deadly crossover ... Frequently throws off defenders with well-timed hesitations moves off the dribble ... Can create a lot of space for himself, with or without the ball ... Doesn't have to dominate the ball to be effective ... Crafty mid-range game ... Comes off screens extremely well ... Automatic catch-and-shoot ability ... Talented passer that has the ability to create open shots for his teammates ... Thrives in high-pressure situations ... Very unselfish ... Very high basketball IQ ... Tough, physical player that doesn't shy away from contact ... Gym rat, always focused on improving his game ... Smart, well-spoken kid that always seems to impress in his interviews ...
Weaknesses: A very poor defender at BYU ... His team couldn't afford for him to get in foul trouble which may account for his lackluster defensive effort ... Struggles to close out on shooters ... As the primary offensive option on his team, he hasn't proven he can be a pass-first point guard ... Assist-to-turnover ratio is poor (4.3 assists to 3.5 turnovers), but understandable due to his role on the team ... Prone to getting blocked on his drives to the rim ... Athleticism is certainly below average for an NBA point guard, which may hinder his ability to get his shot off at the next level …
Overall: Gained a huge following his senior year in college as he won National Player of the Year ... Will be an instant impact player in the NBA as a scorer/shooter off the bench and if he can tighten up his defense and find a system that works for him, he has the potential to be a very good starting point guard ... Will be a likely lottery pick
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11.Klay 72 sg 6'6
NBA Comparison: Marco Belinelli
Strengths: One of the top pure shooters on the college level ... Prolific outside shooter with a defined role for the NBA level ... Right hander who at 6'6 with long arms has good size for the NBA 2-guard position ... Shows an excellent feel having been around the game his entire life. Understands his limitations and plays within his game well ... Plays well off the ball. Stays active. Works hard to create scoring opportunities. Understands how to create shots for himself off the ball coming off screens ... Very good spot up shooter ... Comfortable handling the ball and can use the dribble to create shots ... Can use his left hand effectively ... Shows an advanced in between game with tear drops and the use of the glass ... Effectively uses pump fakes to draw defenders off balance ... Has perfect form on his shot and deep range. Squares to the basket. Quick, concise, fluid stroke with a high release ... Gets his shot off quickly and can do so without needing much space ... Exhibits prudent shot selection ... Large wingspan allows him to play more athletic than he appears. Can dunk on his defenders if he catches opponents napping ... Solid decision maker with a positive a/to ratio ... 1.6 steals per game as a senior showed his progression as a defender / anticipation ... Extremely level headed, doesn't show a great deal of emotion or get rattled easily ...
Weaknesses: An average athlete who plays below the rim ... He's a "momentum athlete" in the sense that he shows solid athleticism when he has momentum moving towards the rim ... Much better in the half court than in the open floor. His lack of elite athleticism gets exposed in the transition game ... Lacks great foot speed which inhibits his ability to take the ball off the dribble against quick defenders ...
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12. Alec Burk 72 sg 6'6
NBA Comparison: Eddie Jones/Evan Turner
Strengths: Burks has NBA shooting guard size at 6'6 with an excellent 6'10 wingspan, and even shows some point guard abilities ... An advanced ball-handler who can get to the rim in traffic using either hand... Uses his athleticism and feel for the rim to finish in the paint... Has excellent scoring instincts and really knows how to create his own shot ... Possesses a rhythmic bounce to his step that allows him to pullup off the hesitation dribble ... 82% free throw shooting on 7.9 free throw attempts per game ... Excels in the open court, where he uses long strides and his athletic ability to convert on fast break opportunities ... His versatility allows him to play both as a slasher off the ball, or a combo guard with the ball ... Shows good court vision and a willingness to create for others, illustrated by his 2.9 assists per game ... Anticipates well on the glass, bringing in 6.5 rebounds in just 31 minutes per game ... He's long and athletic enough to be an effective defender at the next level ...
Weaknesses: From a physical standpoint, Burks needs to add bulk and muscle to his 192 pound body ... Lacking strength and explosveness, he could struggle finishing at the rim in the pro's, as opposed to college where he relied heavily on his athleticism ... He shot poorly from downtown at just 29%, and really needs to become more of a consistent threat from the outside. Mechanics on his shot break down when he shoots from outside 15 feet. Sort of pushes the ball instead of shooting it in one fluid motion. Actually shows better mechanics when shooting moving towards the basket than when on balance and going straight up ... Midrange game also lacked consistency, shooting too many off-balance jumpers off the dribble ... Will need to adjust playing primarily off the ball with less opportunities to dominate the ball... Vulnerable defensively in one on one situations against smaller, quicker guards
Overall: Burks has excellent upside and the potential to become a fixture in someone's rotation ... If he can start knocking down his jumpers on a more consistent basis, he can become a real offensive threat considering his ability to create his own shot and get to the line ...
ecevied a one game suspension due to a marijuana possession charge, but scouts don't seem too concerned about that therefore it hasn't affected his stock much ... Long, athletic defenders can give him trouble ...
Notes: Was among the top 10 scorers in the nation as a junior at 22.1 ppg ... He's the son of former #1 overall pick Mychal Thompson (1978) ... Put up 43 points at Washington knocking down eight 3 point shots
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13 Markief Morris 71 pf, 6'9
NBAComparison: Drew Gooden
Strengths: Markieff Morris has improved his value as an NBA prospect with each year while playing at Kansas ... Morris is a strong, muscular 6'10 with an NBA body at 21 years old ... He does an excellent job at finishing around the rim, using long and effective drop steps for better positioning when dealing in the paint ... Shows nice touch on his short, over the shoulder baby hook shot ... He's become extremely efficient from the perimeter, shooting 42% from downtown and looking fluent and comfortable in spot up opportunities ... Averaged a block and 8.3 rebounds in just 24 minutes of play, illustrating his high activity level and aggressive nature on the interior ... Defensively he plays with focus and passion, using his strength to force tough shots in the post ... Both he and his twin Marcus exhibit an aggressive "bullying" demeanor ...
Weaknesses: He's effective within a few feet of the rim and as a spot up shooter on the perimeter, but he's missing an in between game ... Facing up and using a dribble is not part of his repertoire ... Missing advanced high post moves, and struggles to draw fouls despite his physical interior play ... His ceiling is not as high as some of the other longer more athletic bigs ...
Overall: Morris set of skills will certainly be coveted by NBA teams looking for stability and depth up front ... He shows pick n' pop potential and the ability to man up opposing bigs... Though he lacks the upside of most lottery picks, he's one of the safest options in this year's draft ... Comparing him to his brother Marcus, Markieff is bigger, stronger and more athletic but lacks his younger twin's offensive ability
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14. Marcus Morris 70 sf/pf 6'8
NBA Comparison: Al Harrington
Strengths: A mere role player as a freshman and sophom*ore, Marcus Morris quickly emerged as one of college basketball's elite forwards in the country as a junior ... Morris thrives off his versatility that allows him to maneuver from any position in the post ... Shows the ability to turn over either shoulder with his back to the basket, making tough fadeaway jumpers look routine ... Possesses advanced ball-skills, both at the high and low post ... Extremely efficient scoring around the rim, showing an excellent touch and high awareness of his defender's positioning ... Strong balance/body control and effective pivot-steps to slide off defenders in the post for easier scoring opportunities ... Shown the ability to face up and beat his man off the dribble... His jumpshot is excellent- terrific form, extremely fluid in catch and release situations... Has range out to 20 plus feet... Anticipates well on the glass.. Defensively he brings a strong work ethic with high intensity that should help make up for physical limitations in terms of height, length and explosiveness ...
Weaknesses: Morris lacks length, which could be problematic on both sides of the ball within ten feet of the rim (only averaged .6 blocks per game) ... plays mostly under the rim, doesn't possess the explosiveness you'd hope for from a forward with his athleticism ... Has a limited ceiling - potential to be a long-term fixture in a rotation but not necessarily a bona fide star ... Rebounding and shot-blocking numbers not overly impressive ... Only shot 68% from free throw line ...
Overall: Morris is a guy who should be able to step in and contribute right away... His ability to spread the floor and create balanced spacing should allow him to find a spot in a rotation immediately... With a refined post game an an established outside stroke, Morris is one of the most NBA-ready players in the draft, and should be considered a lock for the lottery
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