The NBA Draft is tonight. Normally, a giant “who cares” would follow the preceding statement. However, this year is interesting. Don’t get me wrong, there are no expectations of a LBJ, DWade, Carmelo, Bosh 2003 draft. With a potential for a lockout, and essentially unknown talent coming in the draft, who knows what is going to happen or where these players are going to go. With that, here are four players you want on your team (in no order although they are numbered)...
1. Kyrie Irving (Duke) – He is a 6’ 3” PG from Duke who played with seemingly an understanding of the game of someone much older than his actual age. However, there is a big question mark in the limited sample size we have from his talents. He was injured and missed a good portion of the season, including crunch time games. How much do we know about him other than he is a great athlete with good insights? Regardless, that is a good plate of putty to mold into an established NBA point guard.
2. Alec Burks (Colorado) – Colorado pulled out more than one upset win this year and Alec Burks is a big reason. Although many think they were served an injustice by being left out of the Big Dance, they should still can consider the 2010-2011 campaign a success. The dude can flat out play and the 6’ 6” sophomore can play either point or shooting guard. While he may not be a franchise player, he may be able to be a key addition especially in the next 2-3 years.
3. Jimmer Fredette (BYU) – In my opinion, the greatest unknown of the draft because of his unorthodox playing style. He kind of reminds me of Adam Morrison (from what I’ve seen), and we have witnessed the struggles Morrison experienced in the league. However, there is something about a guy who loves to hit difficult shots, and knows how to win. In The League, that can be a great asset. I say give Jimmer a chance.
4. Norris Cole (Cleveland State) – Following Butler all year, and living in Cleveland last year, I was able to see a few Norris Cole games. I’m not sure what all the scouts say, but I am predicting the greatest steal of the draft being Norris Cole because he is projected to go so late…and he is a great talent. There is something to be said for a player who can carry his team on his back, and Norris Cole has that skill.
So there you go, as a fan of any team if any of those are on the board, you can safely root for your team to take them. We will meet again tomorrow to look at how these four official Outside the Inside of Sports picks fit into their teams. Until then, happy drafting!
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