Nope, and I don't think Pax would. and I don't think he'd take Reddick under any conditions.truebluefan said:http://www.probasketballnews.com/mock_draft.html
Warning: You are not going to like it!!
FIRST ROUND
font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]2. Chicago Bulls: [/font]Brandon Roy, 6-6, SG, Washington (senior)
He'll probably never be an All-Star, but nobody in this weak draft likely will be. Truth is, Roy is the most complete guard in the country and
would be able to provide immediate help to any team.
And getting immediate help is a great concept. Too
bad owners and GMs are more concerned with drafting
"potential." It's made them take passes on guys like
Roy and done irreversible damage to the league's
overall talent.
11. Chicago Bulls: J.J. Redick, 6-4, SG, Duke (senior)
One of the greatest shooters the college game has ever seen, Redick has also made great strides in his footwork and ability to get to the basket. The biggest knock on him is his defense, and rightfully so. But that's not so bad, considering Reggie Miller and Michael Redd never shut anyone down. With the right team, Redick could average 12 to 15 points per game right off the bat. With the wrong one, he might not even get in the game.
I stopped with us. Two SG's. Our strength is our guards so what do we do? draft two more.
I can see one. But two?
2006 Mock Draft: Amico's Draft Board
http://www.probasketballnews.com/mock_draft.html
Warning: You are not going to like it!!
FIRST ROUND
1. Charlotte Bobcats: Adam Morrison, 6-8, SF, Gonzaga (junior)
The best all-around amateur player I've seen this season. By NBA standards, there isn't really anything that stands out about him -- he's not a Reggie Miller-like three-point shooter, he's not a superb athlete, he's not particularly strong. But he has great instincts and passion, and understands how to win. The NBA has plenty of above-the-rim athletes who can run, jump, dunk, and do little else. It's time for the league to start drafting basketball players. And no one entering the draft fits that description better than Morrison.
2. Chicago Bulls: Brandon Roy, 6-6, SG, Washington (senior)
He'll probably never be an All-Star, but nobody in this weak draft likely will be. Truth is, Roy is the most complete guard in the country and
would be able to provide immediate help to any team.
And getting immediate help is a great concept. Too
bad owners and GMs are more concerned with drafting
"potential." It's made them take passes on guys like
Roy and done irreversible damage to the league's
overall talent.
3. Portland Trail Blazers: Rodney Carney, 6-7, SG/SF,
Memphis (senior)
A great athlete with a great attitude, the only knock on
Carney is his supposed lack of fire. Still, his quick first
step and overall smoothness ring up comparisons to
Ricky Davis and Richard Jefferson.
4. Atlanta Hawks: Andrea Bargnani, 6-11, PF, Italy
(born: 1985)
I've never seen the guy play, but the scouts seem to
love him. And based on history, if he's big and from
Europe, it must mean he has good footwork, can
shoot, and plays no defense. Any team desperate for
a big man can afford to gamble, but I have a feeling
this guy is closer to Nikoloz Tskitishvili than Dirk Nowitzki.
5. Orlando Magic: Shelden Williams, 6-9, PF/C, Duke (senior)
Williams will never be much of a factor on offense, but I suspect he can provide a team with hustle and rebounding similar to that of former Dukie Carlos Boozer. Others have compared Williams to Antonio Davis, and in this draft, that's about as good as good of a big man as your gonna get.
6. Toronto Raptors: LaMarcus Aldridge, 6-11, PF/C, Texas (freshman)
With the sixth pick, I would be more than willing to take a gamble -- and at this point in his career, that's exactly what Aldridge is. He's a good defender and rebounder, but from what I've seen, the best case scenario involving Aldridge is to become the next Erick Dampier. Stay in school for at least one more year, kid.
7. Seattle SuperSonics: Joakim Noah, 6-11, PF, Florida (sophomore)
OK, I'm willing to reach here. I don't think Noah will help a team immensely the minute he sets foot on the court, but you can't help but love his passion and leadership. He's also a smart kid who plays with endless energy. And his shotblocking and rebounding could provide a lift off the bench for 10-15 minutes a game.
8. Minnesota Timberwolves: Rudy Gay, 6-9, SF, Connecticut (sophomore)
At times, he looked like the best college player in America and a potential NBA All-Star. Gay is another great athlete, and unlike most of the other high-flyers, he can connect from the perimeter. But at other times, he's looked like Darius Miles -- just another athletic player who can compile good stats throughout the course of the game, but have no real impact on the actual outcome.
9. Boston Celtics: Mardy Collins, 6-6, PG/SG, Temple (senior)
I absolutely love this guy. He's heady, willing to defend, understands how to run a team, and will be able to score in the NBA when called upon. Mostly, he is the best mid-range shooter outside of Morrison in the draft. Collins will never be an All-Star, but he will be a coach's dream and a guy who can help teams win.
10. Golden State Warriors: Tiago Splitter, 7-0, PF/C, Spain (born: 1985)
I've actually seen him play, and while he's capable of becoming a decent NBA scorer, I was mostly impressed with his defense and ability to run the floor. Some folks are comparing him to New Orleans/Oklahoma City's P.J. Brown, and that's a pretty big compliment in my book.
11. Chicago Bulls: J.J. Redick, 6-4, SG, Duke (senior)
One of the greatest shooters the college game has ever seen, Redick has also made great strides in his footwork and ability to get to the basket. The biggest knock on him is his defense, and rightfully so. But that's not so bad, considering Reggie Miller and Michael Redd never shut anyone down. With the right team, Redick could average 12 to 15 points per game right off the bat. With the wrong one, he might not even get in the game.
I stopped with us. Two SG's. Our strength is our guards so what do we do? draft two more.
I can see one. But two?
Warning: You are not going to like it!!
FIRST ROUND
1. Charlotte Bobcats: Adam Morrison, 6-8, SF, Gonzaga (junior)
The best all-around amateur player I've seen this season. By NBA standards, there isn't really anything that stands out about him -- he's not a Reggie Miller-like three-point shooter, he's not a superb athlete, he's not particularly strong. But he has great instincts and passion, and understands how to win. The NBA has plenty of above-the-rim athletes who can run, jump, dunk, and do little else. It's time for the league to start drafting basketball players. And no one entering the draft fits that description better than Morrison.
2. Chicago Bulls: Brandon Roy, 6-6, SG, Washington (senior)
He'll probably never be an All-Star, but nobody in this weak draft likely will be. Truth is, Roy is the most complete guard in the country and
would be able to provide immediate help to any team.
And getting immediate help is a great concept. Too
bad owners and GMs are more concerned with drafting
"potential." It's made them take passes on guys like
Roy and done irreversible damage to the league's
overall talent.
3. Portland Trail Blazers: Rodney Carney, 6-7, SG/SF,
Memphis (senior)
A great athlete with a great attitude, the only knock on
Carney is his supposed lack of fire. Still, his quick first
step and overall smoothness ring up comparisons to
Ricky Davis and Richard Jefferson.
4. Atlanta Hawks: Andrea Bargnani, 6-11, PF, Italy
(born: 1985)
I've never seen the guy play, but the scouts seem to
love him. And based on history, if he's big and from
Europe, it must mean he has good footwork, can
shoot, and plays no defense. Any team desperate for
a big man can afford to gamble, but I have a feeling
this guy is closer to Nikoloz Tskitishvili than Dirk Nowitzki.
5. Orlando Magic: Shelden Williams, 6-9, PF/C, Duke (senior)
Williams will never be much of a factor on offense, but I suspect he can provide a team with hustle and rebounding similar to that of former Dukie Carlos Boozer. Others have compared Williams to Antonio Davis, and in this draft, that's about as good as good of a big man as your gonna get.
6. Toronto Raptors: LaMarcus Aldridge, 6-11, PF/C, Texas (freshman)
With the sixth pick, I would be more than willing to take a gamble -- and at this point in his career, that's exactly what Aldridge is. He's a good defender and rebounder, but from what I've seen, the best case scenario involving Aldridge is to become the next Erick Dampier. Stay in school for at least one more year, kid.
7. Seattle SuperSonics: Joakim Noah, 6-11, PF, Florida (sophomore)
OK, I'm willing to reach here. I don't think Noah will help a team immensely the minute he sets foot on the court, but you can't help but love his passion and leadership. He's also a smart kid who plays with endless energy. And his shotblocking and rebounding could provide a lift off the bench for 10-15 minutes a game.
8. Minnesota Timberwolves: Rudy Gay, 6-9, SF, Connecticut (sophomore)
At times, he looked like the best college player in America and a potential NBA All-Star. Gay is another great athlete, and unlike most of the other high-flyers, he can connect from the perimeter. But at other times, he's looked like Darius Miles -- just another athletic player who can compile good stats throughout the course of the game, but have no real impact on the actual outcome.
9. Boston Celtics: Mardy Collins, 6-6, PG/SG, Temple (senior)
I absolutely love this guy. He's heady, willing to defend, understands how to run a team, and will be able to score in the NBA when called upon. Mostly, he is the best mid-range shooter outside of Morrison in the draft. Collins will never be an All-Star, but he will be a coach's dream and a guy who can help teams win.
10. Golden State Warriors: Tiago Splitter, 7-0, PF/C, Spain (born: 1985)
I've actually seen him play, and while he's capable of becoming a decent NBA scorer, I was mostly impressed with his defense and ability to run the floor. Some folks are comparing him to New Orleans/Oklahoma City's P.J. Brown, and that's a pretty big compliment in my book.
11. Chicago Bulls: J.J. Redick, 6-4, SG, Duke (senior)
One of the greatest shooters the college game has ever seen, Redick has also made great strides in his footwork and ability to get to the basket. The biggest knock on him is his defense, and rightfully so. But that's not so bad, considering Reggie Miller and Michael Redd never shut anyone down. With the right team, Redick could average 12 to 15 points per game right off the bat. With the wrong one, he might not even get in the game.
I stopped with us. Two SG's. Our strength is our guards so what do we do? draft two more.
I can see one. But two?
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Nope, and I don't think Pax would. and I don't think he'd take Reddick under any conditions.truebluefan said:
That dude's on crack; Roy at #2?! :laugh: I mean, he's a good player and all, but not worth taking that high, especially if Bargnani's on the board. The Reddick pick's ok though...
Puttying Roy at 2, I'm surprised he didn't put Tyrus Thomas at #1.
Two more guards, and maybe we'll go with a five guard lineup. Perhaps Kirk is being groomed to become the next Center.
Two more guards, and maybe we'll go with a five guard lineup. Perhaps Kirk is being groomed to become the next Center.
Man, I love Brandon Roy. I'd love him on the Bulls. I also think this "never going to be an all-star" stuff has got to go. I think the kid is going to win rookie of the year, and I think he's definitely got all star potential.dsouljah9 said:That dude's on crack; Roy at #2?! :laugh: I mean, he's a good player and all, but not worth taking that high, especially if Bargnani's on the board. The Reddick pick's ok though...
I want to point out that if you go to his site and read his article he takes credit for being the only one in the nation last year that had Charlie V picked as a top 10 player in the 2005 draft.
I hope one of the Sg's can jump three feet!
I hope one of the Sg's can jump three feet!
If he had Wade's explosiveness, I'd be right on the bandwagon there with you. I just don't see him playing above the rim much in the NBA, which I believe will limit his potential success.Darius Miles Davis said:Man, I love Brandon Roy. I'd love him on the Bulls. I also think this "never going to be an all-star" stuff has got to go. I think the kid is going to win rookie of the year, and I think he's definitely got all star potential.
He surely is as NBA ready as any player, so I would definately put him a the pre-draft in the Rookie of the Year race.
And he'll take credit if Tyrus Thomas falls out of the 13. Making wild claims and sometimes being right does not give you any credentials, especially if you ignore them when you are wrong.truebluefan said:I want to point out that if you go to his site and read his article he takes credit for being the only one in the nation last year that had Charlie V picked as a top 10 player in the 2005 draft.
I hope one of the Sg's can jump three feet!
Ummmm... Isn't Aldridge a sophomore? Where's Tyrus Thomas? The guy has easily played himself into a top-10 pick at a minimum. We're taking two more wing players? The Magic draft another big where their biggest need is on the wings? Roy at #2? Bargnani closer to Skita than Dirk? I give up! I cerainly hope whomever created this draft isn't actually getting paid to do this sort of thing, and if he's not getting paid - don't quit your day job!
That is my main concern about him as well. I really wish I had gotten to see some more games with him this year. He didn't throw down any dunks in traffic during the tournament. He seems very adept at getting to the rim and finishing creatively though, and in the Duke game when he stole the ball and went in for a slam, he got way over the rim.Rhyder said:If he had Wade's explosiveness, I'd be right on the bandwagon there with you. I just don't see him playing above the rim much in the NBA, which I believe will limit his potential success.
He surely is as NBA ready as any player, so I would definately put him a the pre-draft in the Rookie of the Year race.
I do wish he would dunk more, but I love the relentless penetration. I think he's going to test better than expected athletically, but dunking over people is a state of mind, and I do wish he would do it more.
Reddick?
Aghghgghghgghgaghaghgaghghghgh!
Aghghgghghgghgaghaghgaghghghgh!
Does this guy even know college basketball? Where is Adam Morrison, Tyrus Thomas and others. As a Blazer fan and knowledgable about the team I can't imagine the Blazers taking another SF unless it was Morrison for "attendance" sake.
Let's see
Miles
Outlaw
Khryapa
Webster
How many do we need.
Let's see
Miles
Outlaw
Khryapa
Webster
How many do we need.
LMFAO.
I laugh to keep from vomitting.
I laugh to keep from vomitting.
That is a bad mock draft in every sense of the word. The order is bad. There doesn't appear to be a team needs analysis. Tyrus Thomas isn't even listed. Terrible.
Portland takes Carney with the 3rd pick?
Orlando takes Shelden Williams with the 5th pick when they have Dwight Howard, a rapidly improving Darko, and just extended Tony Battie? Instead of drafting Gay? Sure.
Thats about as likely as the Bulls drafting two shooting guards - yet another of his asinine projections.
Look, anyone who openly admits he's never seen a guy play and then says he suspects that this unseen guy (Bargnani) is closer to a career bust (Skita) than a career allstar (Dirk), has proven himself to be unworthy of writing a reliable mock draft.
Portland takes Carney with the 3rd pick?
Orlando takes Shelden Williams with the 5th pick when they have Dwight Howard, a rapidly improving Darko, and just extended Tony Battie? Instead of drafting Gay? Sure.
Thats about as likely as the Bulls drafting two shooting guards - yet another of his asinine projections.
Look, anyone who openly admits he's never seen a guy play and then says he suspects that this unseen guy (Bargnani) is closer to a career bust (Skita) than a career allstar (Dirk), has proven himself to be unworthy of writing a reliable mock draft.
is this "mock" done with team needs in mind?
cause if Pax drafts JJ Redick, i swear i am going to "go all Elvis" and shoot my TV.
Adam Morrison #1? is this dude HIGH?
cause if Pax drafts JJ Redick, i swear i am going to "go all Elvis" and shoot my TV.
Adam Morrison #1? is this dude HIGH?
If Charlotte has the #1 pick, I definitely think Morrison could go first. Either that or Charlotte trades down a spot and then drafts him. He's perfect for what they need.mizenkay said:is this "mock" done with team needs in mind?
cause if Pax drafts JJ Redick, i swear i am going to "go all Elvis" and shoot my TV.
Adam Morrison #1? is this dude HIGH?
As for Reddick, the drafting of him by Chicago could only be evaluated based first on who the Bulls take with the Knicks pick and second on where the Bulls pick and who else was on the board.
JJ isn't not a guy I have my sights on. I'd much rather get Brewer. But I can't say that I'm opposed to drafting Reddick "no matter what". Trajan Langdon II, he is not. JJ will have a decent NBA career and would be a nice player off the bench for any team.
i can see the 'cat taking adam morrison #1 but that doesn't mean he is the best player, he's the best for them.
and i'm sorry, but i will personally vomit if we take JJ Redick. that is after i clean up after my blasted TV set. it'll be messy!
:laugh:
and i'm sorry, but i will personally vomit if we take JJ Redick. that is after i clean up after my blasted TV set. it'll be messy!
:laugh:
Charlotte is the only team I can see taking Morrison first. I think they need to pull out all the stops to get that guy.mizenkay said:i can see the 'cat taking adam morrison #1 but that doesn't mean he is the best player, he's the best for them.
and i'm sorry, but i will personally vomit if we take JJ Redick. that is after i clean up after my blasted TV set. it'll be messy!
:laugh:
I love this guy :laugh:truebluefan said:
4. Atlanta Hawks: Andrea Bargnani, 6-11, PF, Italy
(born: 1985)
I've never seen the guy play, but the scouts seem to
love him. And based on history, if he's big and from
Europe, it must mean he has good footwork, can
shoot, and plays no defense. Any team desperate for
a big man can afford to gamble, but I have a feeling
this guy is closer to Nikoloz Tskitishvili than Dirk Nowitzki.
Bargnani
http://www.euroleague.net/plantillas/jugador.jsp?id=BWZ
http://195.56.77.208/player/pbd.pht...=2005&team=1103&type2=d1&name_search=Bargnani
Tskitshvili
http://www.euroleague.net/plantillas/jugador.jsp?id=BBT&temporada=E01
http://195.56.77.208/player/pbd.pht...01&team=970&type2=d1&name_search=Tskitishvili
Yea, very close ...
If we get a big with the Knicks pick, I would definitely look to Brewer or Carney, if available, before Reddick. However, I also agree with you that that doesn't mean Reddick is garbage.Ron Cey said:If Charlotte has the #1 pick, I definitely think Morrison could go first. Either that or Charlotte trades down a spot and then drafts him. He's perfect for what they need.
As for Reddick, the drafting of him by Chicago could only be evaluated based first on who the Bulls take with the Knicks pick and second on where the Bulls pick and who else was on the board.
JJ isn't not a guy I have my sights on. I'd much rather get Brewer. But I can't say that I'm opposed to drafting Reddick "now matter what". Trajan Langdon II, he is not. JJ will have a decent NBA career and would be a nice player off the bench for any team.
The only thing I like about that mock is that it has brought about an all too rare occasion. The board is unified and in agreement. We all agree that mock draft sucks ***.
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