NBA DRAFT 2013 MOCK DRAFT


Spinzz

1.) Cavs: Nerlens Noel: Noel has the most upside out of all the bigs. He also is a project. I think the Cavs will take the risk.

2.) Magic: Ben Maclamore: To me hes the best player in the draft. Has the most upside and can be a star. Guy can shoot the ball and make things happen. If the Magic make the Eric Bledso trade they will have one of the most athletic back courts in the league.

3.) Wizards: Otto Porter: Local kid who can do it all. He be a nice wing player to go along with Wall and Beal. I am not big on Porter but he has the potential to be good

4.) Bobcats: Alex Lenn: This pick may be traded with the Thunder looking to move up, but if the bobcats keep the pick Lenn will be the guy they need a big and he is a type that can do it all on the offensive end.

5.) Suns: Victor Oladipo: This can be a steal. Oladipo is considered  to be the best player in the draft and draws comparisons to Dwayne Wade. He is widely considered the safest player in the draft.

6.) Pelicans: Tray Burke: I think this is a great match. Burke is a well rounded point guard. Even more so if they trade Gordan they will need a leader and Burke is that. He can be one the top players in this draft.

7.) Kings: Anthony Bennett: I am not big on Bennett. A lot of people are big on his skill set but im not big on him a lot of questions on his weight. If he puts it together he will be a really good player but I don't see it happening even more so if he goes to the kings.

8.) Pistons: Shabazz Muhammad: I think the Pistons like him and they need a wing to go with their two bigs and Brandon Knight.

9.) Wolves: Caldwell-Pope: Wolves need a shooter and getting the SEC player of the year and one of the best scorers isn't a bad start.

10.)Blazers: Sergey Karsaev: A lot of talk on him many people say he is the best shooter in the draft. The players are looking for a guard that scores.

11.) 76ERS: Cody Zeller: The whole Andrew Bynum thing dint work out so its time for Philly to get a young big through the draft. I don't know if Zeller will be the guy but hes worth the risk he has some upside.

12.) Thunder: CJ McCollum: The Thunder are trying to move up but if they don't they need a scorer off the bench that can make plays since losing Kevin Martin. CJ can be that guy he is one the best scorers in the draft. The Thunder can go for a big to since Kenrick Perkins is garbage.

13.) Mavs: Michael Carter WIlliams: One of my favorite players from collage basketball. He needs to work on his shooting. I think Dallas will go with him if he falls here.

14.) JAZZ: Denis Schroeder: The Jazz need a point guard. Schroeder is an explosive PG with solid passing the Jazz badly need that.

15.) Bucks: Shane Larkin: The Bucks are in need of a guard with Monte Eillis leaving and Larkin isn't a bad idea. Considered at times to be the best PG in the NCAA at times Larkin could fit in well with the Bucks.

16.) Celtics: Steve Adamas. With all the trades they are making they will need a big to protect the rim and Admas can be just that.

17.) Hawks: Lucas Nogueire: Hawks have two picks and a lot they can do they can go big here hes a Varajio clone.

18.) Hawks: Jamaal Franklin: The Hawks are gonna go scorer here. Franklin is a solid three point shooter that the Hawks can use.

19.) Cavs: Giannis Adetokunbo: A lot reports say the Cavs like him. The rockets as well may trade here. But Giannis can be a point forward and is a strong defender.

20.) Bulls: Gorgui Dieng: As a Bulls fan I would love a scorer. But other then that they need a big and Dieng could be that guy for the Bulls that are looking for a back up big that plays D.

21.) Jazz: Kelly Olynyk: Jazz have a tone of bigs but a lot are free agents. Olynk is a big with a great moter who is a good passer and has a nice shooting stroke.

22.) Nets: Mason Plumlee: With the Nets making these trades they need a young big and Plumlee is the best at this point he is a solid big who is a very smart player.

23: Pacers: Tim Hardaway JR: Pacers would love Larkin to drop but if it don't Hardaway JR was a solid player in college who is a big athlete which the Pacers love to have a player like him come off the bench and score

24: Knicks: Tony Mitchelle: He has talent to be a really good player thing that scares me is that he disappeared in the Sun Belt whats gonna happen in MSG?

25: Clippers: Pierre Jackson: If the Clippers trade Bledso they will need a point guard. Jackson is short but he is quick, explosive  and could pass very well.

26.) Wolves: Jeff Withey: Hes a tough rebounder who can protect the rim. If Pek leaves them he can fit right in.

27.) Nuggets: Ricardo Ledo: He be a great fit for the Nuggets he can score and shoot the 3 something the Nuggets would love to have with their explosive offense.

28.) Spurs: Ruddy Gobert: Spurs love international players. Gobbert who is a guy who you take a flyer on cause his limited offensive skills. Hes  a big shot blocker. He would benefit from learning from Tim Duncan.

29.) Thunder: Glen Rice JR: I don't think the Thunder will keep this pick. If they do I like this pick they need good solid back up wings from the bench and Glen Rice JR is a great fit here.

30.) Suns: Tony Snell: All versatile wing that the suns need would be a good pick here to go with Olidepo.

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1. Cleveland Cavaliers- Nerlens Noel- Noel is a elite defender already and as soon as he steps on the court will be one of leagues top shot blockers. I don't think he will ever develop that much of an offensive game but his defensive abilities should keep him from becoming a bust.
2. Orlando Magic- Ben McLemore- McLemore is the best shooter in this draft and also the most athletic guard in this draft. With his ability to come off screens and finish in transition we are looking at one of the top shooting guards for years to come. He does need to work on his ball handling but he will never be a teams primary ball handler and he has a lot of time to work on that. He could fall because of bad workouts but I think if they can deal Afflalo for Eric Bledsoe this pick makes perfect sense.
3. Washington Wizards- Otto Porter- This pick is almost a lock to be Porter. He's a perfect guy for the Wizards because he's a do it all type player and that's what the Wizards need right now in the front court.
4. Charlotte Bobcats- Alex Len- If i was picking number 1 in this draft and needed a big man I'd take Len over Nerlens Noel. Len has the ability to be a 20-10 type player. When I watched him in college he made a lot of moves you don't see normal centers making. He also has good range on his jump shot. Give this guy a couple years and he will be a beast.
5. Phoenix Suns- Victor Oladipo- Suns need a wing guy and if Oladipo falls to them they take him. Oladipo is a good slasher type player and a great athletic defender. He's made a lot of improvements over his couple seasons at Indiana and has the potential to be a great player.
6. New Orleans Pelicans- Trey Burke- Not really sure what New Orleans do here. They don't really need anything badly but I think if Burkes here they snatch him up. Vasquez had a good year but there's no telling if he's really the answer for the future at the PG position. Burke had a breakout NCAA tournament where he hit a bunch of big shots and I think while he won't be a star PG he will be a very solid one for years to come.
7. Sacramento Kings- Anthony Bennett- This guy is a superstar waiting to happen.  Bennett can play both forward spots and has a great jump shot and a good post up game. Not sure why he isn't getting any consideration for the top pick but if he falls here I think the Kings gladly take him.
8. Detroit Pistons-  C.J. McCollum- The Pistons have a nice young frontcourt and with this pick I think they take a PG. McCollum is more of a combo guard and is a big time shooter. Like Damian Lillard last year he comes from a mid major school and will surprise a lot of people on how talented he is.
9. Minnesota Timberwolves- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope- I've been big on Caldwell-Pope since his HS days. He's a big time shooter and athlete who was really a one man show most of the time at Georgia. He did everything for this team not only on offense but on defense as well. The Wolves need a legit shooter and 2 guard and they get their man in Caldwell-Pope who is a perfect running mate for Ricky Rubio.
10. Portland Trail Blazers- Sergey Karasev- Not really sure what the Blazers are thinking with this pick. This russian kid can shoot it and I think they take him here.
11. Philadelphia 76ers- Cody Zeller- Zeller was once considered the top prospect in this draft but I think he got exposed a little last season at Indiana. Still, he would be somewhat of a steal here and I think the sixers snatch him up because they need a lot of help in the front court.
12. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Toronto)- Steven Adams- Kendrick Perkins might be the worst player in the NBA and since he starts on this team you might think the Thunder are looking for a big guy. Last I heard they were trying to get Len and if they don't move up to get him they will settle for Adams. Adams probably won't make an impact any time soon but he has the tools to be really good in the future.
13. Dallas Mavericks- Michael Carter Williams- Wouldn't be surprised if they take a euro like Karasev if he falls but Carter Williams could be in play for them. Carter Williams was a big time passer last year in college and at his height that's a big plus. If he can develop his jumper and learn to handle the ball a little bit better he could be the best PG from this draft.
14. Utah Jazz- Dennis Schroeder-Shroeder to me will be the best PG from this draft if I had to guess. Schroeder is a Rondo lite with a better jump shot. He's blazing fast and since the Jazz need a PG they take this guy who will be a beast.
15. Milwaukee Bucks- Shane Larkin- Brandon Jennings could be gone so could Monte Ellis so obviously the Bucks might need replacements. Larkin had a great season last year with Miami and his combine didn't hurt his stock either. He had some crazy athletic numbers and with his ability to shoot and play off the pick and roll he could be a nice pick here.
16. Boston Celtics- Kelly Olynyk- Olynyk skills wise is probably a top 10 player in this draft. He's a 7 footer who can do pretty much everything but their is question marks about his strength. Boston is basically in rebuild mode and with rumbles about Italy superstar Gigi Datome coming to Boston the rebuilding process might be over sooner rather then later.
17. Atlanta Hawks- Giannis Adetokunbo-  The Hawks have back to back picks here so obviously a trade could be on the horizon but I think they take Adetokunbo here. He's 6'9 and can play PG so that's a plus. But there's questions if he can play that spot full time and he also wants playing time right away so he's scaring teams off. I think the Hawks will take the risk here and take him.
18. Atlanta Hawks (from Houston via Brooklyn)- Jamaal Franklin- Franklin is a big time athlete and do it all player. He's not the greatest outside shooter but he does have a solid mid range game. The Hawks can use his versatility.
19. Cleveland Cavaliers (from Los Angeles)- Shabazz Muhammed- Big time value pick here for the Cavs. Muhammed was once upon a time considered the best prospect in the draft but attitude problems and a underwhelming freshman year at UCLA led to his fall. I could see him moving into the lottery but if he's here Cavs take him. Shabazz is a pretty good athlete and shooter but not great at either one. He's also a chucker and has a big ego but if he matures he could become a star.
20. Chicago Bulls- Reggie Bullock- Bulls need a shooter and Bullock is a big time 3 point shooter. With the uncertain future of Luol Deng this could be a replacement type pick as well.
21. Utah Jazz (from Golden State via Brooklyn)- Gorgui Dieng- Jazz went with a small at 14 so they grab a big here. Dieng is a good defender and could be a nice peice for the Jazz in the future.
22. Brooklyn Nets- Lucas Nogueira- This guy could be big time if he puts on a little more weight and works on his low post game. Right now he will help teams rebounding and he's also a great shot blocker who runs the floor well. Not even sure if the Nets have this pick by the end of the night but they take the brazilian if he falls to them .
23. Indiana Pacers- Allen Crabbe- Crabbe is a big time scorer and could be a potential Danny Granger replacement.
24. New York Knicks- Tony Mitchell- Mitchell is easily a lottery talent and crazy athletic. He's a freak. He probably is a lotto pick if he comes out last year but an up and down sophmore season caused him to slip this year. Knicks do need a PG but I think they grab Mitchell here as their potential PF of the future.
25. Los Angeles Clippers- Rudy Gobert- Clippers take Gobert here. He's not ready for the NBA yet but he could be a starter in a couple years.
26. Minnesota Timberwolves (from Memphis via Houston)- Mason Plumlee- I think the Wolves are looking big here and with a lot of centers taken already they snag Plumlee. He's a guy who can be a solid backup for years to come.
27. Denver Nuggets- Ricky Ledo- If you ever saw this guys youtube videos you'd know how crazy talented he is. That said he has no college game tape because he was ruled ineligble and he does have some character concerns. I think he's a lottery pick talent wise and the Nuggets get him if he's not picked yet.
28. San Antonio Spurs- Tim Hardaway Jr- If you watched the finals you saw a Manu Ginobili that was a shell of his old self. They get a Manu replacement here in Tim Hardaway Jr who can play both guard positions.
29. Oklahoma City Thunder- Glen Rice Jr- I doubt the Thunder even have this pick when it's all said and done but if they keep it they take Rice who went from college to the d league and his improved his game big time.
30. Phoenix Suns (from Miami via L.A. and Cleveland)- Nate Wolters- Wolters is another guy I watched a lot of in college and he can light it up. He's a big time scorer and even though he did it at a small school it was still impressive. Wolters will be a big time steal here.