Post by Galo on Jul 6, 2020 22:04:08 GMT -8
2005 Mock Lotto Preview
*Based on Day 35 standings and best available player rankings*
Point God of choice: Who goes 1st, CP3 or Deron?
1- Seattle SuperSonics- Chris Paul
PG 6'1'' 175 19 B C B B C A Wake Forest
Analysis- CP3 is the presumptive 1st choice in 2005 for a number of a reasons but he comes in easily the most polished prospect and only 19 years old with room to grow. Paul has a strong handle for his game already, should be a future steals leader and combines a nice inside penetration game along with a deadly jumpshot. Seattle would be elated to take the former Demon Deacon if they land the top slot.
Projected rookie stat line- 17 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 8 APG, 1.8 SPG, 45% FG
2- Memphis Grizzlies- Deron Williams
PG 6'3'' 200 21 C+ C+ B C+ C A Illinois
Analysis- D-Will comes in a spot below CP3 as his offensive game is a few notches below and is also two years older than CP3. The former Illinois guard is lightening quick and has a balanced offensive game that should make most tanking teams happy. The Grizz would be really happy to pair Deron with Dwight to continue their rebuilding efforts.
Projected rookie stat line- 14.1 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 7.2 APG, 1.3 SPG, 46.7% FG
3- Chicago Bulls- Andrew Bynum
C 7'0'' 285 18 B- C- D+ C B- A St. Joseph HS (NJ.)
Analysis- Arguably the best big man in this draft goes at #3 and why not – Bynum should be an absolute beast down low for one lucky team. After the first two point guards, Bynum should be the best raw prospect available in a league starved for efficient bigs. The former HS Center should be an elite rebounder and defender with a solid offensive game.
Projected rookie stat line- 13.4 PPG, 8 RPG, 2.1 APG, 1.3 BPG 44.9% FG
4- Atlanta Hawks- Danny Granger
SF 6'9'' 222 22 B- B- C- B- C B New Mexico
Analysis- Perhaps, the most intriguing wing is Danny Granger who’s rating profile looks eerily similar to Caron Butler’s who had a dominating sophomore season in New Orleans/Minnesota last season. Green is an exceptional scorer and should be able to get after it on defense as well. The only question is how much upside he has with B scouted potential but should be really good if camped correctly.
Projected rookie stat line- 15.7 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.4 SPG 47.1% FG 38% 3PT
5- Golden State Warriors- Monta Ellis
SG 6'3'' 185 20 B- C C+ C D+ A Miss. St.
Analysis- Spencer 's current draft Avatar goes here and for good reason – something about Monta going to Golden State feels right! Monta stays in the top 5 for his superb scoring ability and ability to get steals at SG. However, Ellis is an undersized 2-guard and had his share of turnover problems in real life along with not being the best rebounder or 3PT shooter the 2 guard spot. Will be interesting what team take a run at Monta.
Projected rookie stat line- 13.5 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 1.8 SPG, 43.4% FG 33% 3PT
6- New Jersey Nets- Lou Williams
SG 6'1'' 175 19 C+ B+ C C D+ A South Gwinnet HS (GA.)
Analysis- Another undersized guard scoring machine! And on back to back picks – nonetheless, ‘Sweet Lou’ projects to be one of the league’s most dynamic scorers while only at 6’1. Williams should have a deadly jumper, solid 3 PT shot and good inside game to draw fouls and get And 1’s. Obviously the biggest concern for Lou Will is the lack of defense and rebounds, but perhaps his offense should make up for all those deficiencies.
Projected rookie stat line- 15.4 PPG, 3.1 APG, 0.8 SPG 46.1% FG 38% 3PT
7- Boston Celtics- David Lee
PF 6'9'' 245 22 B C C C B B Florida
Analysis- The former Florida Gator is a hard working power forward that projects everything you might need in a 4th-5th starter type of big. He should have a nice inside game with good strength and be able to get enough rebounds to keep your team in the game. The defense leaves a lot to be desired but Lee should be able to give you 20/10 at his peak and could be a poor man’s ZBo.
Projected rookie stat line- 14.7 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 1.2 SPG 46.3% FG
8- Denver Nuggets- Andrew Bogut
C 7'0'' 260 21 C+ D C+ B B- A Australia
Analysis- The Aussie big man checks in here at No. 8 as he should be the 3rd big man taken off the board after Bynum and Lee. Bogut does not have as much polish on his offensive game as the other two but his defense and rebounding already come in BBS starter ready. He should be able to put up really nice numbers right away as a starter and could be taken even higher by a big needy team.
Projected rookie stat line- 10.9 PPG, 9.1 RPG, 1.7 BPG 44.3% FG
9- Golden State Warriors (from Spurs)- Gerald Green
SG 6'6'' 205 19 C B+ C- C C B Gulf Shores Academy (TX.)
Analysis- The Houston native Gerald Green looks like a nice wing in the mold of JR Smith who was a lotto pick in last year’s draft. Green is also a prolific jumper/dunker which should be the majority of his C rating but his B+ outside should indicate he can stroke it from deep. It does not look like defense is his thing but the scoring should be there for one lucky team in the top 10.
10- Indiana Pacers- Andray Blatche
C 6'11'' 235 19 C+ C- D+ B- C+ B South Kent HS (CT.)
Analysis- Blatche is an interesting big man prospect that deserves some attention potentially in the top 10. He has a pretty well rounded offensive game and was a pretty good STOCKS player in the NBA. Does he project better or worse than a Memo Okur? It will be fascinating to see but may come down to his actual potential.
Projected rookie stat line- 11.3 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 1.3 SPG 44.3% FG
11- Orlando Magic- Channing Frye
C 7'0'' 255 22 C A- D+ C+ C+ B Arizona
Analysis- Back to back intriguing bigs go here with U of A’s Channing Frye going just outside the top 10. Frye has really pretty ratings as a starting big but is coming in at 22 after a 4 year career as a Wildcat which drops him off a big. He should be a really strong shooter especially from the deep as he shot close to 40% from 3PT so he could be your classic stretch 4 or stretch 5 in some instances and a good fit for an outside offense. He should be able to get some volume with camps to his inside and should get a decent amount of blocks but not sure if the rebounds will develop.
Projected rookie stat line- 12.7 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 1.2 BPG 45.7% FG 41% 3PT
12- Los Angeles Lakers- Amir Johnson
C 6'9'' 240 18 C+ C- C- B C+ B Verbum Dei HS (CA.)
Analysis- The young So. Cal big Amir Johnson checks in here at No. 11 as his game is still very raw for the 18 year old. There should be some upside though and maybe even a move to power forward in his future. Johnson can be a nice shot blocker it looks like and could have a decent offensive game with those starting ratings as well. This is definitely a project but could benefit from an active GM willing to put the camp work into him.
Projected rookie stat line- 9.8 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 1.4 BPG 42.3% FG
13- Toronto Raptors- Rashad McCants
SG 6'4'' 207 21 B- B- C- C D B North Carolina
Analysis- The last of the undersized 2-guards in the lotto is UNC’s Rashad McCants. His B-/B- scoring starting ratings make him interesting enough to at least consider at the end of the lotto. He’s also only 6’4 plus his rebounding and defense are also rough to start just like Lou and Monta. McCants can be a nice scorer if he develops right and avoids the Kardashian curse in BBS.
Projected rookie stat line- 12.1 PPG, 2.1 APG, 1.3 SPG 42.7% FG 38% 3PT
*Based on Day 35 standings and best available player rankings*
Point God of choice: Who goes 1st, CP3 or Deron?
1- Seattle SuperSonics- Chris Paul
PG 6'1'' 175 19 B C B B C A Wake Forest
Analysis- CP3 is the presumptive 1st choice in 2005 for a number of a reasons but he comes in easily the most polished prospect and only 19 years old with room to grow. Paul has a strong handle for his game already, should be a future steals leader and combines a nice inside penetration game along with a deadly jumpshot. Seattle would be elated to take the former Demon Deacon if they land the top slot.
Projected rookie stat line- 17 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 8 APG, 1.8 SPG, 45% FG
2- Memphis Grizzlies- Deron Williams
PG 6'3'' 200 21 C+ C+ B C+ C A Illinois
Analysis- D-Will comes in a spot below CP3 as his offensive game is a few notches below and is also two years older than CP3. The former Illinois guard is lightening quick and has a balanced offensive game that should make most tanking teams happy. The Grizz would be really happy to pair Deron with Dwight to continue their rebuilding efforts.
Projected rookie stat line- 14.1 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 7.2 APG, 1.3 SPG, 46.7% FG
3- Chicago Bulls- Andrew Bynum
C 7'0'' 285 18 B- C- D+ C B- A St. Joseph HS (NJ.)
Analysis- Arguably the best big man in this draft goes at #3 and why not – Bynum should be an absolute beast down low for one lucky team. After the first two point guards, Bynum should be the best raw prospect available in a league starved for efficient bigs. The former HS Center should be an elite rebounder and defender with a solid offensive game.
Projected rookie stat line- 13.4 PPG, 8 RPG, 2.1 APG, 1.3 BPG 44.9% FG
4- Atlanta Hawks- Danny Granger
SF 6'9'' 222 22 B- B- C- B- C B New Mexico
Analysis- Perhaps, the most intriguing wing is Danny Granger who’s rating profile looks eerily similar to Caron Butler’s who had a dominating sophomore season in New Orleans/Minnesota last season. Green is an exceptional scorer and should be able to get after it on defense as well. The only question is how much upside he has with B scouted potential but should be really good if camped correctly.
Projected rookie stat line- 15.7 PPG, 5.3 RPG, 2.8 APG, 1.4 SPG 47.1% FG 38% 3PT
5- Golden State Warriors- Monta Ellis
SG 6'3'' 185 20 B- C C+ C D+ A Miss. St.
Analysis- Spencer 's current draft Avatar goes here and for good reason – something about Monta going to Golden State feels right! Monta stays in the top 5 for his superb scoring ability and ability to get steals at SG. However, Ellis is an undersized 2-guard and had his share of turnover problems in real life along with not being the best rebounder or 3PT shooter the 2 guard spot. Will be interesting what team take a run at Monta.
Projected rookie stat line- 13.5 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 1.8 SPG, 43.4% FG 33% 3PT
6- New Jersey Nets- Lou Williams
SG 6'1'' 175 19 C+ B+ C C D+ A South Gwinnet HS (GA.)
Analysis- Another undersized guard scoring machine! And on back to back picks – nonetheless, ‘Sweet Lou’ projects to be one of the league’s most dynamic scorers while only at 6’1. Williams should have a deadly jumper, solid 3 PT shot and good inside game to draw fouls and get And 1’s. Obviously the biggest concern for Lou Will is the lack of defense and rebounds, but perhaps his offense should make up for all those deficiencies.
Projected rookie stat line- 15.4 PPG, 3.1 APG, 0.8 SPG 46.1% FG 38% 3PT
7- Boston Celtics- David Lee
PF 6'9'' 245 22 B C C C B B Florida
Analysis- The former Florida Gator is a hard working power forward that projects everything you might need in a 4th-5th starter type of big. He should have a nice inside game with good strength and be able to get enough rebounds to keep your team in the game. The defense leaves a lot to be desired but Lee should be able to give you 20/10 at his peak and could be a poor man’s ZBo.
Projected rookie stat line- 14.7 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 1.2 SPG 46.3% FG
8- Denver Nuggets- Andrew Bogut
C 7'0'' 260 21 C+ D C+ B B- A Australia
Analysis- The Aussie big man checks in here at No. 8 as he should be the 3rd big man taken off the board after Bynum and Lee. Bogut does not have as much polish on his offensive game as the other two but his defense and rebounding already come in BBS starter ready. He should be able to put up really nice numbers right away as a starter and could be taken even higher by a big needy team.
Projected rookie stat line- 10.9 PPG, 9.1 RPG, 1.7 BPG 44.3% FG
9- Golden State Warriors (from Spurs)- Gerald Green
SG 6'6'' 205 19 C B+ C- C C B Gulf Shores Academy (TX.)
Analysis- The Houston native Gerald Green looks like a nice wing in the mold of JR Smith who was a lotto pick in last year’s draft. Green is also a prolific jumper/dunker which should be the majority of his C rating but his B+ outside should indicate he can stroke it from deep. It does not look like defense is his thing but the scoring should be there for one lucky team in the top 10.
10- Indiana Pacers- Andray Blatche
C 6'11'' 235 19 C+ C- D+ B- C+ B South Kent HS (CT.)
Analysis- Blatche is an interesting big man prospect that deserves some attention potentially in the top 10. He has a pretty well rounded offensive game and was a pretty good STOCKS player in the NBA. Does he project better or worse than a Memo Okur? It will be fascinating to see but may come down to his actual potential.
Projected rookie stat line- 11.3 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 1.3 SPG 44.3% FG
11- Orlando Magic- Channing Frye
C 7'0'' 255 22 C A- D+ C+ C+ B Arizona
Analysis- Back to back intriguing bigs go here with U of A’s Channing Frye going just outside the top 10. Frye has really pretty ratings as a starting big but is coming in at 22 after a 4 year career as a Wildcat which drops him off a big. He should be a really strong shooter especially from the deep as he shot close to 40% from 3PT so he could be your classic stretch 4 or stretch 5 in some instances and a good fit for an outside offense. He should be able to get some volume with camps to his inside and should get a decent amount of blocks but not sure if the rebounds will develop.
Projected rookie stat line- 12.7 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 1.2 BPG 45.7% FG 41% 3PT
12- Los Angeles Lakers- Amir Johnson
C 6'9'' 240 18 C+ C- C- B C+ B Verbum Dei HS (CA.)
Analysis- The young So. Cal big Amir Johnson checks in here at No. 11 as his game is still very raw for the 18 year old. There should be some upside though and maybe even a move to power forward in his future. Johnson can be a nice shot blocker it looks like and could have a decent offensive game with those starting ratings as well. This is definitely a project but could benefit from an active GM willing to put the camp work into him.
Projected rookie stat line- 9.8 PPG, 8.1 RPG, 1.4 BPG 42.3% FG
13- Toronto Raptors- Rashad McCants
SG 6'4'' 207 21 B- B- C- C D B North Carolina
Analysis- The last of the undersized 2-guards in the lotto is UNC’s Rashad McCants. His B-/B- scoring starting ratings make him interesting enough to at least consider at the end of the lotto. He’s also only 6’4 plus his rebounding and defense are also rough to start just like Lou and Monta. McCants can be a nice scorer if he develops right and avoids the Kardashian curse in BBS.
Projected rookie stat line- 12.1 PPG, 2.1 APG, 1.3 SPG 42.7% FG 38% 3PT
