Predicting the Stats of Every First Round Pick

1: Anthony Bennett, Cleveland Cavaliers

Anthony Bennett has a lot of pressure on him being the first overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft.  I think that Bennett will be an average player in his first season.  He is in a bad position because of the fact that he doesn't really know his position which I think could set back his growth because he wouldn't know really what to train for.  Bennett in his Freshman year at UNLV averaged 16.1 points per game, 8.1 rebounds per game, and 1.0 assists per game.  Because of the fact that Bennett would be a 3rd or even fourth option on this team I predict him averaging 8.1 points per game, 4.6 rebounds per game, and 0.5 assists per game.

2: Victor Oladipo, Orlando Magic

Victor Oladipo could be one of the most productive rookies this year due to his situation.  Oladipo could be the go to guy on an upcoming Orlando Magic team.  Oladipo who is known for his defensive prowess could be one of the leading scorers on this Orlando team.  Oladipo has shown a much improved jump shot in the Summer-League which is truly the key to his success.  In his Junior year at Indiana Oladipo averaged 13.6 points per game, 6.3 rebounds per game, 2.1 assists per game, and 2.2 steals per game.  I predict Oladipo's stats to be around the same, I predict him to average 13 points per game, 4.2 rebounds per game, and 2 assists per game.

3: Otto Porter Jr, Washington Wizards

  Otto Porter Jr. is one the biggest wild cards in my opinion.  I think that this was a good pick by the Wizards due to the fact that they don't have a legitimate small forward, and Porter Jr went to Georgetown so, he played on the Wizards home court during his college career.  Porter had a disappointing summer-league, but I think that his performance doesn't phase him.  Porter Jr. in his Sophomore year at Georgetown averaged 16.2 points per game, 7.5 rebounds per game, and 2.7 assists per game.  I predict that Porter Jr will average 9.8 points per game, 5.6 rebounds per game, and 1.7 assists per game.

4: Cody Zeller, Charlotte Bobcats

Even though a lot of people think that Zeller would slip further in the draft, I think that this was a good pick for the Bobcats.  The Bobcats do not have a lot of depth in terms of big men, and Zeller is not just a big man, he is a floor general.  Zeller is a member of a Bobcats squad full of potential including last years 2nd overall pick Micheal Kidd-Gilchrist, and the 9th overall pick in 2011 Kemba Walker.  During his Sophomore year at Indiana Zeller averaged 16.5 points per game, 8.1 rebounds per game, and 1.3 assists per game.  I predict that Zeller will average 13.7 points per game, 7.5 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game.

5: Alex Len, Phoenix Suns

Alex Len will either be really good or really bad in my opinion.  On the bright side for the Suns I think that he will be really good.  Len is very hard to come by at 7ft 1in and 255lbs, he also has a pretty good jump shot.  Len is a player that needs to develop a lot of his game, but with the right coaching, and teammates I think he could be a star.  During his Sophomore year at Maryland Len averaged 11.9 points per game, 7.8 rebounds per game, and 2.1 blocks per game.  I predict that Len will average 7.1 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 1.2 blocks per game.

6: Nerlens Noel, Philadelphia Sixers

In my opinion Nerlens has the most potential out of any player this draft.  He is on of the best defensive players in this draft.  If he develops an offensive game he could be a steal for the Sixers.  Noel who is recovering from an ACL injury might not even play this year, so these predictions obviously might not even be applicable.  I would personally have no problem with this especially because of the fact that the Sixers are not really going anywhere this year.  In his Freshman year at Kentucky Noel averaged 10.5 points per game, 9.5 rebounds per game, and 4.4 blocks per game.  I predict that Noel will average 9.2 points per game, 8.3 rebounds per game, and 2.1 blocks per game.

7: Ben McLemore, Sacramento Kings

Ben McLemore by many peoples estimations is going to be one of the only all stars in this draft class.  McLemore is a great scorer, and that is pretty much the only thing he does.  The Kings looked guard heavy after drafting McLemore, but after trading Tyreke Evans the Kings have made room for McLemore, which I think was a very smart decision.  McLemore is an offensive spark plug that has a great motor, and should make an instant impact in Sacramento.  During his Freshman year at Kansas McLemore averaged 15.9 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 2.0 assists per game.  I predict that McLemore will average 14.3 points per game, 3.7 rebounds per game, and 1.3 assists per game. 

8: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Detroit Pistons

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope might be just the right guy to complete the Pistons puzzle.  One major problem for the Pistons is the lack of spacing which Pope can help with.  He a pure shooter, and a great scorer.  Also, his preferred play type is a pick and roll scenario which would work very well with Josh Smith.  In his Sophomore year at Georgia Caldwell-Pope averaged 18.5 points per game, 7.1 rebounds per game, and 1.8 assists per game.  I predict that if Pope gets the minutes that I expect him to he will average 10.2 points per game, 3.7 rebounds per game, and 1.2 assists per game.

 9: Trey Burke, Utah Jazz
Trey Burke by a lot of peoples estimations is a very strong rookie of the year contestant, and I agree with that Burke will immediately have a very big role with the Jazz Burke is a very clutch player with range on his jumper.  There are two concerns with Burke one is that he is undersized at only 6ft, but this is not a big problem at all.  A legitimate concern is how bad Burke was in the Summer leauge averaging only 8 points per game.  In his Sophomore year at Michigan Burke averaged 18.6 points per game, 3.2 rebounds per game, and 6.7 assists per game.  I predict he will average 12.3 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 5.4 assists per game.

 10: C.J. McCollum, Portland Trailblazers

C.J. McCollum could be one part of an explosive back court for the Trailblazers.  He and Damian Lillard could be the perfect combination of scoring and athleticism.  McCollum is a great shooter and scorer at the guard position he shot 49.5 percent from the field which is very impressive.  McCollum who had a great showing in this years summer should have a smooth transition to the NBA in my opinion.  In his senior year at Lehigh McCollum averaged 23.9 points per game, 5.0 rebounds per game, and 2.9 assists per game.  I predict that in his rookie campaign McCollum will average 15.6 points per game, 3.2 rebounds per game, and 1.6 assists per game.

11: Micheal Carter-Williams, Philadelphia Sixers

Micheal Carter-Williams will be immediately thrown into the fire in Philadelphia as he will be asked to fill into Jrue Holiday's shoes even though that is very unreasonable.  Carter-Williams is an excellent passer, and a very aggressive player.  He really needs to improve on his jump shot, and if he does I think he will be a star in the NBA.  During his rookie year at Syracuse Carter-Williams averaged 11.9 points per game, 4.9 rebounds per game, and 7.3 assists per game.  I predict that Carter-Williams will average 9.8 points per game, 3.8 rebounds per game, and 8.1 assists per game.

12: Steven Adams, Oklahoma City Thunder

Steven Adams is one of the biggest wild cards in this draft, he is a 7 footer with a nice offensive game.  Adams is also full of potential at age 20 he still has a ton of time to improve.  Even though the Thunder have Kendrick Perkins an agile big-man like Adams could help complete Kevin Durant's puzzle for a ring.  With a 7ft 4in wingspan Steven Adams has the potential to be a defensive force in this league.  In his Freshman year at Pitt Adams averaged 7.2 points per game, 6.3 rebounds per game, and 2.0 blocks per game.  I predict that because of the fact that Adams will get limited minutes that he will average 2.3 points per game, 2.1 rebounds per game, and 0.7 blocks per game.

13: Kelly Olynyk, Boston Celtics

Kelly Olynyk could very well be the biggest steal in this years draft.  He was fantastic in this years summer league, and at Gonzaga.  Olynyk is a 7 footer with a jump shot which is very hard to come by nowadays.  Also, because of the fact that the Celtics are rebuilding Olynyk should get quality minutes.  One thing to worry about is that Olynyk just was diagnosed with Plantar Facilitates which can sideline players for long amounts of time.  In his Junior year at Gonzaga Olynyk averaged 17.8 points per game, 7.3 rebounds per game, and 1.7 assists per game.  I predict that Olynyk will average 10.3 points per game, 6.4 rebounds per game, and 1.2 assists per game.

14: Shabazz Muhammad, Minnesota Timberwolves

Shabazz Muhammad is a high risk/high reward player for the Timberwolves.  He was one of the top rated prospects out of high-school, and for some time was expected to be the first overall pick in this years draft.  But, because of attitude issues, and it turned out that he was actually a year older than he said he was Muhammad's stock fell.  Muhammad is a great scorer, and that is pretty much all he does.  His main strength is how physical he is at the guard position at 6ft 6in and 225lbs.  In his Freshman year at UCLA Muhammad averaged 17.9 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 0.8 assists per game.  Because of the fact that I think Muhammad won't get playing time I predict he will average 5.6 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 0.5 assists per game.

15: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo is full of potential, and could not even play in the NBA this year, so these stats will all be hypothetical. Antetokounmpo is a great slasher with a wiry long body, much like Kevin Durant.  He is 6ft 9in with a 7ft 3in wingspan which is very impressive and helpful for a small forward.  Antetokounmpo did play in the Nike Hoop Summit, the Draft Combine, and did not try out for his national team.  One concern is that Antetokounmpo is about 196lbs which is extremely light for any NBA player let alone a small forward.  Overseas Antetokounmpo averaged 9.5 points per game, 5.0 rebounds per game, and 1.4 assists per game.  I predict that if he plays Antetokounmpo will average 3.2 points per game, 2.7 rebounds per game, and 2.2 assists per game.  

16: Lucas Nogueira, Atlanta Hawks

Lucas Nogueira is a defensive minded 7 footer from Brazil.  He is only 220lbs so obviously he needs room to grown, and to develop.  He also has a 7ft 6in wingspan, so he can be pretty effective as a rim protector in the NBA, and has been on the radar of NBA scouts since he was 17 years old.  Nogueira is most likely going to be a building project for the Hawks meaning that he will most likely be playing in Europe for a couple of years, and then go over to the NBA.  In this years summer-league Nogueira averaged 6.4 points per game, 6.0 rebounds per game, and 2.4 blocks per game.  If Nogueira plays this year I predict he will average 1.4 points per game, 2.1 rebounds per game, and 0.7 blocks per game.

17: Dennis Schroeder, Atlanta Hawks

Dennis Schroeder could be the future star point guard of the NBA.  Schroeder has a great motor, is fast, a good passer, and an average scorer.  Schroeder is very likely to become a Rajon Rondo type of player could not get big minutes this year due to the fact that Lou Williams, and Jeff Teague are still with the team.  This could potentially be good for Schroeder because he is only 19 so this could give him time to learn and grow.  During the summer-league this year Schroeder averaged 10.8 points per game, 1.8 rebounds per game, and 5.6 assists per game.  I predict that Schroeder will average 3.2 points per game, 0.8 rebounds per game, and 2.3 assists off the bench for the Hawks this year.

18: Shane Larkin, Dallas Mavericks

Shane Larkin may be a perfect fit for the Mavericks in the future, he is a great agile young point guard.  One key concern about Larkin is his size, he is only 5ft 11in and 176lbs, but I don't think that this will be a problem going forward for Larkin because he is very skilled.  Larkin has a good handle and is very good in a pick and roll offense.  Larkin reminds me of D.J. Augustin in terms of his game, and his size.  Larkin should be a nice a role player for the Mavericks.  In his Sophomore year at Miami Larkin averaged 14.5 points per game, 3.8 rebounds per game, and 4.6 assists per game.  I predict that Larkin will average 3.2 points per game, 0.9 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game.

19: Sergey Karasev, Cleveland Cavaliers 

Sergey Karasev was by a lot of peoples estimations the most NBA ready international player, and I would have to agree with them.  Karasev is one of the best pure shooters in this draft, he shot 59 percent last season which is very impressive.  Karasev is also a good passer which makes him a great player to have the offense flow through which could be very useful for any NBA team.  Also, his shooting ability creates good spacing for whatever team he is on.  One worrisome thing about Karasev is that he is only 196 pounds so he could get bullied in the paint.  Last year Karasev averaged 14.5 points per game, 4.1 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game.  I predict that Karasev will average 5.2 points per game, 3.1 rebounds per game, and 1.3 assists per game.

20: Tony Snell, Chicago Bulls

Tony Snell is very much like a Kawhi Lenoard type of player, which could be a great fit for the Bulls.  The one problem is that the Bulls already have Luol Deng, Jimmy Butler, and Mike Dunleavy Jr. who are all guard/forwards like Snell is.  Snell is a good fit for a Bulls team is mostly built on their defensive skill.  Snell at 6ft 7in has a 6ft 11in wingspan which is very good for a guard.  Snell will most likely not get a lot of playing time because of the fact that Tom Thibodeau is known not to play rookies.  Snell in his Junior year at New Mexico averaged 12.5 points per game, 2.6 rebounds per game, and 2.9 assists per game.  I predict that Snell will average 2.1 points per game, 1.4 rebounds per game, and 1.1 assists per game.

21: Gorgui Dieng, Minnesota Timberwolves

Gorgui Dieng could be a big steal for the Timberwolves he is a great rim protector and at 6ft 11in isn't truly a 7 footer, but he plays like one.  Dieng has the potential to be a Serge Ibaka type player for the Wolves, if he develops his offensive game like Ibaka did.  Dieng also has a 7ft 4in wingspan which is very helpful in terms of protecting the rim. Dieng has a pretty good jump shot which makes him very intriguing player.  One thing that is worrisome is that Dieng has no real post game, and for a 7 footer that is very uncommon.  In his Junior year at Louisville Dieng averaged 9.8 points per game, 9.4 rebounds per game, 2.0 assists per game, and 2.5 blocks per game.  Nikola Pekovic has still not resigned with the team, and if he doesn't Dieng will get good playing time.  If Pekovic resigns I predict that Dieng will average 2.1 points per game, 3.5 rebounds per game, and 1.2 blocks per game.

22: Mason Plumlee, Brooklyn Nets

Mason Plumlee is a very talented big man, but he will most likely see very limited minutes this year for the Nets.  Plumlee is most likely going to be 5th option in terms of big-men, and will likely see some time in the D-League this year.  Plumlee should learn a lot from Kevin Garnett which could really help progress Plumlee's offensive game.  In his senior year at Duke Plumlee averaged 17.1 points per game, 10.0 rebounds per game, and 1.9 assists per game.  I predict that Plumlee will average 1.2 points per game, 1.1 rebounds per game, and 0.2 assists per game.

23: Solomon Hill, Indiana Pacers

Solomon Hill was one of the biggest surprises of the first round.  Even though he was the 23rd overall pick a lot of people were expecting him to be mid-early second round.  One reason that this was such a surprise is that Hill is a senior, which means that he is 23 which is older for an NBA player.  Also, Hill is pretty good at about everything, but not great at one thing which is why he will most likely be an average to below average role player.  In his Senior year at Arizona Hill averaged 13.4 points per game, 5.3 rebounds per game, and 2.7 assists per game.  I predict that Hill will average 2.2 points per game, 1.9 rebounds per game, and 1.2 assists per game.

24: Tim Hardaway Jr., New York Knicks 

Tim Hardaway Jr. should be a pretty good role player for the Knicks, I think that he will get pretty good minutes for a late first round pick.  Hardaway Jr. I think has the potential to be a J.R. Smith type player.  He is a good scorer with a nice jump shot.  He has a very high ceiling in terms of being a great scorer.  He is used to not being the first option unlike a lot of players in this draft which could be very helpful because he might get limited minutes.  In his Junior year at Michigan he averaged 14.5 points per game, 4.7 rebounds per game, and 2.4 assists per game.  I predict that Hardaway will average 5.2 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 1.2 assists per game.

25: Reggie Bullock, Los Angeles Clippers

Reggie Bullock is a very talented player that in my opinion should have gone a lot higher in the draft this year.  Bullock is a good shooter and defender, and defend multiple positions at 6ft 7in which can make him a good guard/forward.  Bullock should defiantly have a pretty big role for a 25th overall pick due to the fact that Caron Butler was traded.  Bullock also had a 6ft 9in wingspan which should be very helpful.  One concern is that bullock is only 205lbs, so he will have to gain some weight to bang with bigger 3s.  In his Junior year at UNC Bullock averaged 13.9 points per game, 6.5 rebounds per game, and 2.9 assists per game.  I predict that Bullock will average 4.2 points per game, 3.1 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game.


26: Andre Roberson, Oklahoma City Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder have taken another rebuilding project with Andre Roberson.  A lot of people were very surprised with this pick including myself.  There are a lot of worries about Roberson including the fact that he has no true position, and no real jump shot either.  But, he is a good rebounder for his size.  In his Junior year Colorado he averaged 10.9 points per game, 11.2 rebounds per game, and 1.4 assists per game.  Roberson will probably have a lot of time in the D-League, but when he is in the NBA I predict he will average 1.2 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 0.4 assists per game.

27: Rudy Gorbet, Utah Jazz

Rudy Gorbet is a medium risk high reward player for the Jazz at this point in the draft.  Gorbet really is not an offensive force, but is very good on the defensive end.  He has the largest wingspan in the NBA at 7ft 9in which is great for blocking shots.  Gorbet has the potential to be a JaVale McGee type of player.  Gorbet will probably spend some time in the D-League this year to help develop his offensive game, which should be good for him.  In the summer-league this year Gorbet averaged 5.4 points per game, 6.2 rebounds per game, and 2.4 blocks per game.  I predict that Gorbet will average 1.2 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 1.3 blocks per game.

28: Livio Jean-Charles, San Antonio Spurs
Livio Jean-Charles a prototypical pick for the Spurs because of the fact that he is international, and because of the fact that he was a sleeper.  Jean-Charles will probably not join the Spurs team for another couple of years, so I will not predict his stats because of that.  Charles is a long guard/forward who is 6ft 9in with a 7ft 2in wingspan, which could be dangerous if the develops is offensive game.

29: Archie Goodwin, Phoenix Suns

Archie Goodwin was one of the more intriguing players in this draft.  He is a pretty good scorer, very athletic but not a good point guard which is the reason that he fell so late in the draft.  Goodwin has a lot of potential as an NBA player because of the fact that he is so athletic.  Also, coming out of high-school Goodwin was projected to be a lottery pick which is why he is probably a first rounder.  In his Freshman year at Kentucky Goodwin averaged 14.1 points per game, 4.6 rebounds per game, and 2.7 assists per game.  I predict that Goodwin will average 5.7 points per game, 2.2 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game.

30: Nemanja Nedovic, Golden State Warriors
Nemanja Nedovic is a very talented player who is good at a lot of things, but just can't seem to put all of his talents together to make a great player.  At 6ft 4in he has a pretty big body for a point guard which makes it easy for him to be aggressive, and able to finish at the rack.  He also has a pretty good handle which is always helpful to have on your team.  But, Nedovic might not come to the Warriors in 2013-2014 so I will not predict his stats for this year. 

NBA Mock Draft

1: Cleveland Cavaliers, Ben McLemore  

Ben McLemore is a athletic guard/forward, who can score with ease.  This would be perfect for the Cavaliers.  The Cavs starting lineup would look like this PG: Kyrie Irving, SG: Dion Waiters, SF: Ben McLemore, PF: Tristan Thompson, and C: Anderson Varejao.  Varejao in my opinion is why the Cavs should not draft Nerlens Noel.  Last year before Varejao got injured he was averaging around 14 and 14.  McLemore last year in college averaged 15.9 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 2.0 assists per game.

2: Orlando Magic, Nerlens Noel
Nerlens Noel was thought to be a guaranteed number one overall pick for a long time.  But, because of many different red flags Noel's stock has gone down.  But, because of Noel's potential, I still have him being taken 2nd overall.  The Orlando Magic need a rim protector to help out Nic Vucevic who has a nice jumper, and could develop into a Pau Gasol type player.  Noel in his Freshmen year averaged 10.5 points per game, 9.5 rebounds per game, 1.6 assists per game, and 4.4 blocks per game.

3: Washington Wizards, Otto Porter Jr. 
Otto Porter Jr. would be a great fit for the Washington Wizards.  The Wizards are lacking a small-forward presence.  Their two options at the small-forward position are Martell Webster, and Trever Arzia both who are around 10 points per game players.  Porter Jr. also played for the Georgetown Hoyas whose home court is the same arena that the Wizards play in.  Porter I think would make the Wizards a playoff team, because they need just one more piece which I think Porter can be.  Last year Porter averaged 16.2 points per game, 7.5 rebounds per game, and 2.7 assists per game.


4: Charlotte Bobcats, Alex Len

Alex Len is a very potent post player, and is a legit 7 footer at 7ft 1inches and 255 pounds.  This is the type of player that the Bobcats need.  The Bobcats front-court consists of Bismack Biyombo, and Josh McRoberts.  As you can probably tell this is not the best front-court in the league.  Alex Len has an average, that can develop into a good jumper.  Also, Len because of his big body can bully people in the paint which is shown by his 53.4 field goal percentage.  Len in his Freshman year averaged 11.9 points per game, 7.8 rebounds per game, 1.0 assists per game, and 2.1 blocks per game.

5: Phoenix Suns, Victor Oladipo

Victor Oladipo had a breakout year this year playing for the team ranked 1st in NCAA basketball this year.  Oladipo is a lock down defender, and has a big body for a shooting guard type player.  Oladipo is 6 ft 5 in and 216 pounds with a 6 ft 9 in wingspan.  The Suns current starting shooting guard is Wesley Johnson who is a 9 point per game type player who can't defend.  Oladipo would be a major improvement.  Oladipo averaged 13.6 points per game, 6.3 rebounds per game, 2.1 assists per game, and 2.2 steals per game.

6: New Orleans Pelicans, Trey Burke  

Trey Burke would be a great fit for the Pelicans.  Even though they already have Greivis Vasquez who had a good year last year, I think that last year was a peak year and not a break out year for Vasquez.  Because of that I believe that Burke would be a good fit for New Orleans.  Burke is a good ball handler, and scorer that being shown by the fact that he won the college player of the year award.  In his Sophomore year at Michigan Burke averaged 18.6 points per game, 3.2 rebounds per game, and 6.7 assists per game.

7: Sacramento Kings, Anthony Bennett
Anthony Bennett would fill in a much needed gap for the Kings.  Their current starting Small-Forward is John Salmons would is pretty much a spot up shooter who is isn't amazing at shooting.  Bennett is a player with a pretty good motor who is very physical.  Bennett who is 6 ft 8 in is also 240 pounds.  Bennett in his Freshman year for UNLV averaged 16.1 points per game, 8.1 rebounds per game, and 1.0 assists per game.

8: Detroit Pistons, Micheal Carter-Williams
Micheal Carter-Williams is a pass first type points guard that has the potential to be a Rondo type of player.  With Jose Calderon becoming a free agent the Pistons lost their primary point guard.  The Pistons already have to legitimate big men with Andre Drummond, and Greg Monroe.  Calderon being a free agent gives the Pistons around 26 million in cap room which makes them able to invest in a better Small-Forward.  Last year Carter-Williams averaged 11.9 points per game, 4.9 rebounds per game, 7.3 assists per game, and 2.8 steals per game.

9: Minnesota Timberwolves, Shabazz Muhammad

Shabazz Muhammad has gone through a lot of criticism because of the fact that scouts thought that he was lazy, and not in shape.  But, despite but a lot of Muhammad's critics there is no denying that he can score.  Muhammad who is a shooting guard/small forward could fit well into the Timberwolves offense.  The Timberwolves do not have a legitimate small forward.  In his freshman year Muhammad averaged 17.9 points per game, 5.2 rebounds per game, and 0.8 blocks per game.

10: Portland Trailblazers, CJ Mccollum

Cj Mccollum has all of the potential to be this years Damian Lillard, so naturally he would be selected by the Trailblazers.  Mccollum and Lillard would be one the best scoring back courts in the league.  Those two players have very much in common both went to small schools, and in those schools averaged fantastic scoring statistics.  Mccollum in his Senior year averaged 23.9 points per game, 5.0 rebounds per game, 2.9 assists per game, and 1.4 steals per game.

11: Philadelphia 76ers, Cody Zeller

Cody Zeller would be a great fit for the Sixers.  Zeller is a very athletic Power-Forward/Center.  Zeller does a great job of finding the open man in the post and running the floor on the fast break.  The Sixers have been lacking a big man presence for years, Zeller could solve a lot of those problems.  Although Zeller is a little bit undersized, his athleticism can make up for that.  Zeller had a 35 in vertical leap at the NBA combine which was the highest out of all big men.  Zeller averaged 16.5 points per game, 8.1 rebounds per game, 1.3 assists per game, and 1.3 blocks per game.

12: Oklahoma City Thunder, Gorgui Dieng

Gorgui Dieng is what Oklahoma city needs.  He is a big man that has the potential to be like Serge Ibaka who is currently a star for the Thunder.  The current starting center for the Thunder is Kendrick Perkins who as most people know is not an offensive force, but is also not quick on his feet like Dieng is.  Serge Ibaka could be a great teacher for Dieng.  When Ibaka came into the league he played a lot like Dieng did in college.  Dieng averaged 9.8 points per game, 9.4 rebounds per game, 2.0 assists per game, and 2.5 blocks per game.

13: Dallas Mavericks, Dennis Schroeder   

Dennis Schroeder has the potential to be a Rajon Rondo type player.  Schroeder has a high motor and is always looking for the open man.  This was shown at the Nike Hoop Summit which raised Schroeder's value by a ton.  Schroeder is the big international prospect this year.  The Mavericks have had lots of success with German prospects in the past.  Schroeder averaged 11.6 points per game, 2.4 rebounds per game, and 3.1 assists per game in the German basketball league.

14: Utah Jazz, Kelly Olynyk   

Kelly Olynyk is probably going to be one of the most under-valued players in this draft.  He led the Bulldogs to a 32-3 record, and was undefeated in their conference the WCC.  Olynyk is 7ft and about 240 pounds, so he is a big man.  Even though Olynyk has a good jumper, that doesn't mean he has no post game.  The Utah Jazz lost both Al Jefferson, and Paul Millsap to free agency.  They won't be able to sign both so they could sign one and draft Olynyk. Olynyk averaged 17.8 points per game, 7.3 rebounds per game, 1.7 assists per game, and 1.1 blocks per game.

15: Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis Adetokunbo

Giannis Adetokunbo is one of the most intriguing players in the NBA draft this year.  Scouts have been skeptical because of the fact that Adetokunbo has not played played around other top prospects.  But, because Adetokunbo has length, versatility, and tons of potential at the age of 18 is the reasons I have him so high up in this mock draft.  The Bucks are losing Monta Ellis this year, and probably Brandon Jennings, so Adetokunbo could be a great start to a rebuilding project. Giannis averaged 9.5 points per game, 5.0 rebounds per game, and 1.4 assists per game.       

16: Boston Celtics, Dario Saric

Saric is a Power Forward/Small Forward which sadly is what the Celtics are going to need son as Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett are aging.  Saric is the probably the best shooting international player in the draft this year even though he is bigger in size.  Saric is only 19 so he is also more of a potential player.  Pierce and KG can help teach Saric the skills he will need which is mostly defensive skills.  Saric averaged 7.7 points per game, 6.1 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game.

17: Atlanta Hawks, Steven Adams

Steven Adams to go along with the trend is a foreign player with a lot of potential, and with Josh Smith possibly not returning Adams could be a great fit for the Hawks.  Adams who has a 7ft 5inch wingspan has great mobility down the floor.  His draft stock rose higher in the NBA Draft Combine where he showed great athleticism which could be a great replacement for Josh Smith.  Adams averaged 7.2 points per game, 6.3 rebounds per game, 0.6 assists per game, and 2.0 blocks per game.

18: Atlanta Hawks, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

Caldwell-Pope is one of the better guards in the draft besides the guards that are guaranteed lottery picks.  At 6ft 5in and 205 pounds Pope has pretty good size for the guard position.  Pope would be staying in his home state of Georgia, which would be good to keep him comfortable.  The Hawks current shooting guard Devin Harris is going to be a free agent so it's a perfect fit.  Pope averaged 18.5 points per game, 7.1 rebounds per game, and 1.8 assists per game.

19: Cleveland Cavilers, Mason Plumlee 

The reason that I put Plumlee this low is because of the fact that he doesn't really have a reliable jumper or a good post game.  Also, Plumlee is 23 years old which is older than most players in this draft.  Plumlee could be a great fit for an undersized Cavilers teams he is 6ft 10in and 235 pounds.  Plumlee does a great job of getting into the post and bullying people.  Plumlee in his Senior year averaged 17.1 points per game, 10.0 rebounds per game, 1.9 assists per game, and 1.4 blocks per game.

20: Chicago Bulls, Rudy Gorbet

Rudy Gorbet in my opinion will develop to be a defense force off the bench for most of his career, which is why it would be a good idea for the Bulls to pick him.  He could back up Noah, Gorbet has a 7ft 9in wingspan which should be a great force is the league.  I would compare him to a Javale Mcgee.  Gorbet averaged 8.4 points per game, 5.4 rebounds per game, and 1.9 blocks per game.

21: Utah Jazz, Jamaal Franklin 

Jamaal Franklin would be a good fit for Jazz.  The Jazz have not had a good scoring guard ever since Deron Williams was traded.  Franklin was a great scorer for San Diego State this although he was a little inconsistent.  Franklin needs to work on his decision making because he takes too many shots especially from three point range.  Franklin is also bigger for the guard position at 6ft 5in and 205 pounds.  Franklin in his Junior year averaged 17.0 points per game, 9.5 rebounds per game, and 3.3 assists per game.

22: Brooklyn Nets, Jeff Withey      

Jeff Withey would really complete the Brooklyn Nets starting lineup.  Even though Brook Lopez is a great scoring center he isn't really though like Withey is.  Withey at 7ft and 235 pounds is a legit seven footer.  Withey also is able is score because of his good post presence.  Withey also is a great defensive presence which is something that is much needed in the Nets organization.  Withey in his senior year at Kansas averaged 13.7 points per game, 8.5 rebounds per game, 0.9 assists per game, and 3.9 blocks per game. 

23: Indiana Pacers, Isaiah Cannon

Isaiah Cannon is a sharpshooting point guard out of Murray State.  He could be a great electric scorer off the bench for the Pacers.  The Pacers are lacking depth at the point guard position, which is why Cannon could be a great fit for them.  Cannon is also a great athlete as well as scorer which would make him fit in with the Pacers type of offense.  Isaiah Cannon in his Senior year averaged 21.8 points per game, 3.5 rebounds per game, 4.3 assists per game, and 1.5 steals per game.

24: New York Knicks, Tim Hardaway Jr.
The Knicks current starting shooting guard is Pablo Prigioni who is a good ball handler, but is not a good scorer.  Hardaway Jr. would be a major improvement in terms of scoring but a loss in terms of ball handling.  If the Knicks resign J.R. Smith than they could either start Hardaway of Smith.  Both in my opinion could be a good scoring presence either in the starting lineup or off the bench.  In Hardaway's Junior year at Michigan averaged 14.5 points per game, 4.7 rebounds per game, and 2.4 assists per game.

25: Los Angeles Clippers, Reggie Bullock

Reggie Bullock is a Guard/Forward type of player which could be great for the Clippers.  Chauncey Billups is their regular shooting guard for the Clippers, but he is very injury prone, and is going to be a free agent.  Bullock is a good defender, and scorer.  But, Bullock is not a good athlete, and had a bad showing at the NBA draft combine which is part of why he is so late in the draft.  Bullock could either start or come off the bench for the Clippers, and Caron Butler could be a great teacher for him.  Bullock in his Sophomore year at UNC averaged 13.9 points per game, 6.5 rebounds per game, and 2.9 assists per game.

26: Minnesota Timberwolves, Sergey Karasev

Sergey Karasev is probably on of the least athletic players in this draft class.  That being said Karasev is a good passer, can shoot from almost everywhere on the court, and can move well without the ball.  The Timberwolves as we know love drafting international players, so Karasev would fit right into their criteria.  Also, the Timberwolves basically don't have a small forward.  Karasev averaged 16.1 points per game, 3.0 rebounds per game, and 2.4 assists per game.

27: Denver Nuggets, Archie Goodwin

The Denver Nuggets do not have really any depth at the guard position.  They have Andre Miller as a backup, but he is getting older.  Archie Goodwin really is that good of an all around player let alone guard, but he is extremely athletic, and has a lot of potential which is why I have him so high on this list.  If Goodwin would want to fit into the Nuggets lineup he would need to improve his defense.  Goodwin in his Freshman year averaged 14.1 points per game, 4.6 rebounds per game, and 2.7 assists per game.

28: San Antonio Spurs, Shane Larkin

Shane Larkin would be a great young addition to an aging Spurs team.  If Larkin develops the way that I think he can he could be a great replacement for Manu Ginobili.  Larkin has apparently impressed scouts a lot in his personal workouts.  Larkin is also a great pick and roll player which could work very well with Tim Duncan's style of offense.  Also, Larkin has a 44 inch vertical which is great for a 5ft 11in point guard.  Larkin averaged 14.5 points per game, 3.8 rebounds per game, and 4.6 assists per game.

29: Oklahoma City Thunder, Allen Crabbe

Allen Crabbe would pretty much work well as a spot up shooter for a team which is why he would work well for the Thunder.  He would pretty much be a Kevin Martin type of player who could develop into an average overall player.  Crabbe is pretty big for the guard position at 6 feet 6 inches, and 210 pounds.  Crabbe sometimes has brain lapses it seems where he shoots in really bad situations.  Crabbe in his junior year averaged 18.4 points per game, 6.1 rebounds per game, and 2.6 assists per game.

30: Phoenix Suns, Glen Rice Jr.

The Phoenix Suns are very weak at the small forward position which is why Rice would be great for them.  Rice had problems in college with his attitude, so he played in the D-League for a year which served him well because he really matured.  Also, the D-League is much better competition than NCAA basketball, this could make Rice much more NBA ready.  Rice in his year in the D-League averaged 13.0 points per game, 6.2 rebounds per game, and 1.9 assists per game.