1. New Orleans Hornets- Kentucky PF Anthony Davis
Davis is the obvious top choice this year. He is really good at everything and has a pretty nice shot. The only knock against him is his weight, but he is the same size that Kevin Garnett was when he came in the league. If he puts on weight or figures out a way to work with his weight he will become one of the best players in the league. He will be the center pierce for the Hornets and he is the only good big man on the roster.
Previous Pick: Anthony Davis
2. Charlotte Bobcats- Thomas Robinson PF Kansas
There are reports that the Bobcats want to trade this pick, but if they can't this would be the best pick for them. Robinson will give them energy and effort on the boards, he averaged almost 12 rebounds a game last year. He would be the only option down low for the Bobcats so he should put up some nice stats and help the team a lot.
Previous pick: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist SF Kentucky
3. Washington Wizards- Michael Kidd-Gilchrist
The Wizards just acquired Trevor Ariza in a trade, but MKG has much more upside than him on offense and he is already a great defender. MKG would add some maturity to the team which seems weird since he is only 19. He is mature and has an excellent work ethic so he could and probably will work on his jumper this summer. The Wizards need someone like him so they can stop picking in the lottery every year.
Previous pick: Thomas Robinson PF Kansas
4. Cleveland Cavaliers- Bradley Beal SG Florida
The Cavs will be pleasantly surprised that Beal is still at this spot, since they are rumored to be one of the teams trying to trade to the Bobcats pick. They will most likely end up with Beal anyways, some say he is too small to play SG in the NBA, but he has a hell of a shot and he is a great rebounder for his size. He will be a nice weapon for Irving and they will make a great back court pair sometime in the future.
Previous pick: Bradley Beal SG Florida
5. Sacramento Kings- Andre Drummond C UConn
Drummond is a boom bust player, but he has nice defensive and rebounding skills which will help him in the NBA. At worst he is a good defensive center which really isn't a bad thing. He needs to work on his offensive skills, but that is the story with many centers coming out of college. He will make an impact for a weak Kings front court which is all you can ask from a rookie like him.
Previous pick: Andre Drummond C UConn
6. Portland Trail Blazers- Dion Waiters SG Syracuse
The Blazers need help at guard whether it be shooting or point, Waiters is a scoring combo guard and that is what the Blazers need. They could also use some help next to Aldridge, but Waiters is too good to pass up. Waiters will get to the basket and they could get the scorer they have needed since Roy's knees started to go.
Previous pick: Dion Waiters SG Syracuse
7. Golden State Warriors- Harrison Barnes SF North Carolina
Barnes will score, that is a fact, although sometimes he relies too much on his outside shot. That could be a problem with Curry and Klay Thompson on the team, but Barnes is a better scorer than both of them. SF is really their only need on this team since they traded for Bogut last season and Thompson showed he could play.
Previous pick: Harrison Barnes SF North Carolina
8. Toronto Raptors- Perry Jones III F Baylor
Jones is basically a very long SF and that is not a bad thing. He could come onto this team and easily score around 13-14 points per game in his rookie season. I have faith that he will make a splash in the NBA when he gets it going. He would start on this team and that is a huge boost to his confidence and would start a long productive career.
Previous pick: Perry Jones III F Baylor
9. Detroit Pistons- John Henson PF North Carolina
I had Jared Sullinger slotted here earlier, but with his medical red flags it is highly improbable that he will be picked this high. Henson really needs to put on weight, but he blocks shots and rebounds well. He will play next to Greg Monroe so he will be able to get some help on bigger players. The Pistons could also use a SF, but there really isn't anyone of note to take at this spot.
Previous pick: JAred Sullinger PF Ohio State
10. New Orleans Hornets- Tyler Zeller C North Carolina
Some think that the Hornets will pick a PG in this spot, but now that they traded away Emeka Okafor they need someone to team up with Davis. Zeller is a polished player who won't get much better, but he will be a solid player who will start for many years. The Hornets won't need a PG this year since Jarret Jack is a solid player.
Previous pick: Kendall Marshall PG North Carolina
11. Portland Trail Blazers- Kendall Marshall PG North Carolina
The Blazers could go for Leonard, who is still on the board, or they could fill their PG need. Since they drafted Waiters earlier they could use a guy with good court vision to get him and the other players on the roster. Marshall would fight with Nolan Smith for playing time and possibly the starting job and I think Marshall is the better player and will do well in Portland.
Previous pick: Tyler Zeller C North Carolina
12. Milwaukee Bucks- Meyers Leonard C Illinois
Since the Bucks traded away Bogut last season they need to replace him. Leonard is a true seven footer who rebounds well and plays decent defense. He also needs to work on his offense, post move especially, but with Brandon Jennings and Monta Ellis he won't get many looks anyways. He will have time to develop without much pressure.
Previous pick: Terrence Jones F Kentucky
13. Phoenix Suns- Austin Rivers G Duke
Rivers would be a perfect fit in Phoenix because they don't have much on their team so he will be able to do his own thing. Rivers needs that to develop in this league, he needs to be a top option on offense to be successful. With Nash leaving the Suns will be in full rebuild mode and Rivers would be the perfect start.
Previous pick: Austin Rivers G Duke
14. Houston Rockets- Arnett Moultrie PF Mississppi State
The Rockets are rumored to be looking to trade for Dwight Howard, but for our purposes that is not happening before the draft so we will look at their roster as of now. Moultrie is a face up PF who can also rebound, but like many rookies he has trouble with his motor. He will be a back up in his rookie season, but he will overtake Scola at some point in the future.
Previous pick: Arnett Moultrie PF Mississippi State
15 Philadelphia 76ers- Jared Sullinger PF Ohio State
Sullinger has some medical red flags, but he had 2 very productive years in Ohio State. Without the medical problems he is a sure fire lottery pick. Sullinger has range and rebounds well for his size. He is somewhat similar to Elton Brand who he will take over for in the coming years.
Previous pick: John Henson PF North Carolina
16. Houston Rockets- Jeremy Lamb SG UConn
Lamb is almost the same player that the Rockets current SG, Kevin Martin, is which can be a great thing. Martin is in the last year of his huge contract and the Rockets might not want to extend him, but if they decide to Lamb can become trade bait. Lamb can score from anywhere which will be good for the Rockets because they need one dearly since Martin was injured most of last season.
Previous pick: Jeremy Lamb SG UConn
17. Dallas Mavericks- Terrence Jones F Kentucky
The Mavericks have Shawn Marion, but he is getting old and he needs reliable back up. Dirk is the only player who can create his own shot on this team, besides Jason Terry who is a free agent, and they need another player to help him out. Jones needs to work on his motor or he won't last long in this league. He can score and he has a decent 3 point shot, he would be the perfect addition to the Mavs.
Previous pick: Meyers Leonard C Illinois
18. Minnesota Timberwolves- Terrence Ross SG Washington
The Timberwolves need a SG in the worst way, they are young and good at just about every other position except for SF. Ross has a smooth shot and with the lack of talent on this team at SG he could easily start in the first game of the season which would be a great pick up for the 18th pick.
Previous pick: Terrence Ross SG Washington
19. Orlando Magic- Damin Lillard PG Weber State
Lillard was the second highest scoring player in the NCAA last season, he did play for Weber State, but that is still an amazing feat. The Magic need somebody to score for them besides Dwight Howard. This would be the steal of the draft because of his amazing talent. I could see the Magic trading up for him earlier in the draft if they want him badly enough.
Previous pick: Damian Lillard PG Weber State
20. Denver Nuggets- Quincy Miller SF Baylor
The Nuggets might be dealing Gallo this summer due to his injury history and the fact that he may not be as good as some thought. Miller has athleticism and a smooth shot form anywhere on the court. Also Ty Lawson wants the Nuggets to draft him and since he is the best player on the team his opinion could hold some stock in the front office. If the Nuggets get Miller look for Gallo to be traded soon after.
Previous pick: Tony Wroten PG Washington
21. Boston Celtics- Fab Melo C Syracuse
Boston needs a big body to come off the bench. Melo could develop into a fabulous player, he already has defensive skills he just needs to develop on the offensive end just like Andre Drummond. Melo would be a perfect fir in Boston because Rivers and Garnett could get his head straight and get him focused.
Previous pick: Fab Melo C Syracuse
22. Boston Celtics- John Jenkins SG Vanderbilt
With Ray Allen leaving this offseason the Celtics could use a knockdown 3 point shooter to come off the bench and take his place. Jenkins will not be much more than a shooter in his career, but for Boston that won't be a bad thing.
Previous pick: John Jenkins
23. Atlanta Hawks- Moe Harkless SF St. Johns
Marvin Williams has not panned out for the Hawks and they need to look for a replacement in this draft, whether it be Harkless or not. Harkless doesn't have much of an outside shot, but he can score easily from inside. He will get some good minutes in his first year and will be a starter on this team in the near future.
Previous pick: Moe Harkless SF St. Johns
24. Cleveland Cavaliers- Andrew Nicholson PF St. Bonaventure
The Cavs drafted Tristan Thompson last season, but they still need someone behind him and what better place to find that person than late in the first round. Nicholson adds a face up game, but he settles for jump shots too much.
Previous pick: Quincy Miller SF Baylor
25. Memphis Grizzlies- Marquis Teague PG Kentucky
Teague would add depth to the front court which Memphis sorely needs. Teague could start, but I think he came out too early and should have stayed in Kentucky another year since he doesn't seem to do one thing great.
Previous pick: Marquis Teague PG Kentucky
26. Indiana Pacers- Tony Wroten PG Washington
Wroten can also play shooting guard due to his size, but he needs to work on his outside game, At worst this year he should be able to provide depth in the back court this year and possibly become a good 6th an in the league. I just don't see him as a starter in this league.
Previous pick: Doron Lamb SG Kentucky
27. Miami Heat- Festus Ezeli C Vanderbilt
Even after they won a championship this year they still have needs. They need size and Ezeli provides that. He would eventually become starter, but not anytime soon. He is not good on the offensive end, but that can come with training.
Previous pick: Festus Ezeli C Vanderbilt
28. Oklahoma City Thunder- Doron Lamb SG Kentucky
James Harden will be looking for a huge contract soon so OKC might want to look at another SG in case they cant retain him and if they can then they can use him as trade bait. Lamb needs to attack the basket to become successful in this league.
Previous pick: Andrew Nicholson PF St. Bonaventure
29. Chicago Bulls- Evan Fournier SG France
The Bulls could use a SG, Hamilton is old and the others simply do not have much of an offensive game. Fournier could stay overseas to develop his game, but the Bulls could use him this season so it is more likely that he comes to the NBA.
Previous pick: Tyshawn Taylor PG Kansas
30. Golden State Warriors- Royce White PF Iowa State
White would be a nice pick here because I feel he should go much higher. He would add depth be hid David Lee which will help in the long run.
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