So, time for 2012 NBA Mock Draft 2.0:
| PICK | TEAM | PLAYER | VITALS |
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New Orleans
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Anthony Davis
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-10 Weight: 220 pounds Age: 19 School: Kentucky |
Analysis: Simply the easiest and likely the fastest pick here in the draft. It's already a lock, Anthony Davis will be on the New Orleans Hornets.
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Charlotte
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Michael Kidd-Gilchrist
| Position: SF Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 210 pounds Age: 18 School: Kentucky |
Analysis: Even though the Bobcats got the bad luck of drawing second in the NBA Draft Lottery, they get a nice catch anyway with this pick in Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. Kidd-Gilchrist is more versatile Davis and can play small forward, but can also be moved to guard and power forward in some cases. Even though Thomas Robinson is the toughness they need and the better fit, it seems more likely that Charlotte will take the versatility of MKG over Robinson.
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Washington
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Bradley Beal
| Position: SG Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 195 pounds Age: 18 School: Florida |
Analysis: Washington is in a tough spot here, do you fill a dire need by taking Thomas Robinson, or do you take the explosive scorer in Bradley Beal? According to I Am a GM, the Wizards prefer to take Beal or Kidd-Gilchrist.
Whichever one is left once the third pick rolls around. So, Beal seems like the pick here to pair next to John Wall. Now that's a scary backcourt duo for the next decade.
Whichever one is left once the third pick rolls around. So, Beal seems like the pick here to pair next to John Wall. Now that's a scary backcourt duo for the next decade.
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Cleveland
|  Andre Drummond | Position: C Height: 6-foot-11 Weight: 275 pounds Age: 18 School: UConn |
Analysis: Cleveland really needed Bradley Beal here, but they have to settle for Andre Drummond. He's one of the more riskier prospects in this draft, but the center position is a big need for Cleveland and Drummond would fill that. Once he and Kyrie Irving mesh with each other, that's a great guard-forward duo to be reckoned with in the Central division. Also, him paired with Tristan Thompson created a scary frontcourt duo.
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Sacramento
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Thomas Robinson
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-9 Weight: 237 pounds Age: 21 School: Kansas |
Analysis: Sacramento needed a true center in Drummond, but they will take Thomas Robinson happily. From my last mock, Robinson slips from two to five here. The Kings could use a big man to pair next to DaMarcus Cousins. Robinson seems like the perfect fit in Sacramento. His winning-attitude and tenacity should be welcomed to the Maloof brothers.
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Portland (via Nets)
|  Harrison Barnes | Position: SF Height: 6-foot-8 Weight: 210 pounds Age: 19 School: North Carolina |
Analysis: Harrison Barnes stays where I last had him here in my last mock. He will right away supplant current small forward Nicolas Batum as the starter and provide the Trail Blazers that needed scorer they've missed since losing Brandon Roy to a sudden retirement. Barnes seems like a great fit in Portland.
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Golden State
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Jared Sullinger
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-9 Weight: 280 pounds Age: 20 School: Ohio State |
Analysis: Jared Sullinger also stays here at seven even though Golden State wishes that Harrison Barnes would eventually slip to them. Sullinger is a gritty scorer and rebounder Golden State needs right now. Sullinger would be the low-post threat alongside David Lee. That brings up a good point, where does David Lee fit in if Golden State drafts Sullinger? I guess we'll have to find out on draft night.
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Toronto
|  Jeremy Lamb | Position: SG Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 185 pounds Age: 19 School: UConn |
Analysis: Jeremy Lamb is a long, lanky shooter who can explode to the basket. Toronto has that in DeMar Derozan, but he's yet to show his full potential and has only shown flashes. Lamb is the whole package. He can shoot from long range and has that scoring that will put him as their best scoring option up in Toronto. He's even been compared to Reggie Miller by NBADraft.net. Pretty good company right there for the Raptors.
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Detroit
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John Henson
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-10 Weight: 210 pounds Age: 21 School: North Carolina |
Analysis: Detroit simply needs defense and John Henson will surely provide that. Outside of Davis, Henson is the best shot-blocker in this class. His lanky build will be tough to handle for opposing players, but Henson will need to build his strength. Pistons fans have to be patient with Henson, however. He needs a few years before he truly blossoms into a star.
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New Orleans
(via Wolves) | 
Damian Lillard
| Position: PG Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 185 pounds Age: 21 School: Weber State |
Analysis: Damian Lillard falls from eighth to tenth here. It might be the best-case scenario for Lillard in the first place. He is the best scoring point guard in this class and his ability to score could take the load off of Davis and Eric Gordon with the New Orleans Hornets. Lillard will have to get used to passing more in the NBA, however. He was the main option at Weber State, averaging 24 points per game. Besides, who wouldn't want to throw lob-after-lob to Davis? We might be seeing the young pup version of "Lob City" forming down in New Orleans really soon.
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Portland
|  Tyler Zeller | Position: C Height: 7-foot Weight: 235 pounds Age: 22 School: North Carolina |
Analysis: Portland is in a bind: do they take a point guard in Kendall Marshall or do they take a big man in either Tyler Zeller of Perry Jones III? I say they go for Zeller here. He can run the floor like a guard and can finish with ease around the rim. He also can hit a jumper from around 20-feet. Portland needs a big man badly and Zeller seems like a fit. Let's just hope Zeller doesn't get hurt or they won't be able to break the Blazer curse that has happened to many of the team's big men in the past.
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Milwaukee
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Perry Jones III
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-11 Weight: 235 pounds Age: 20 School: Baylor |
Analysis: Jones III stays where he's at from my last mock draft. He's a top-five talent, but he has a lot of risk involved. Pairing Jones alongside Monta Ellis and Brandon Jennings will bring much more excitement to Milwaukee. They could have a steal here with the Baylor forward.
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Phoenix
|  Austin Rivers | Position: SG Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 199 pounds Age: 19 School: Duke |
Analysis: Austin Rivers stays in the same place with the Phoenix Suns. He has that scoring ability that the Suns will need once Steve Nash bolts for free agency. Rivers can play both guard positions if needed. Seems like a perfect fit here.
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Houston
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Terrence Jones
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-8 Weight: 244 pounds Age: 20 School: Kentucky |
Analysis: Terrence Jones just moves up two spots to the same team in the Houston Rockets from where I had him in my last mock. He has the potential to be a stud in the league, but he still needs some development. His work ethic has been questioned and he some times vanished late in games, but this type of talent is worth the risk here.
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Philadelphia
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Arnett Moultrie
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-11 Weight: 225 pounds Age: 21 School: Mississippi State |
Analysis: Arnett Moultrie and the Philadelphia 76ers are a perfect match here. Head coach Doug Collins needs that length and a replacement for Elton Brand. Moultrie fills both. He's been questioned for effort issues, but this is a perfect fit in the City of Brotherly Love.
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Houston (via Knicks)
|  Kendall Marshall | Position: PG Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 188 pounds Age: 20 School: North Carolina |
Analysis: The rich get richer here. Kendall Marshall slips all the way down to 16 and Houston has to be pumped up with excitement. Marshall is the best passer in this year's draft and could make an immediate impact and start for Houston. Kyle Lowry wants out and Goran Dragic is a free agent, so why not get a guy better than both of them? Houston gets lucky with Marshall slipping this far.
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Dallas
|  Dion Waiters | Position: SG Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 215 pounds Age: 20 School: Syracuse |
Analysis: Dallas was so close to getting their dream match in Marshall, but they'll have to settle for someone else. Dion Waiters is a nice fit here in Dallas. They will need a shooting guard with Jason Terry likely gone in free agency along with the fact that he isn't getting any younger. Waiters is steadily climbing up draft boards and has star potential. Waiters could become a force next to Dirk Nowitzki for the Mavericks. Some have Waiters as high as six to Portland, but I'm not as high on him yet.
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Wolves (via Jazz)
|  Terrence Ross | Position: SG Height: 6-foot-6 Weight: 190 pounds Age: 21 School: Washington |
Analysis: Terrence Ross once again falls to Minnesota. His scoring will be needed with Martell Webster and Michael Beasley being free agents. Ross is also climbing draft boards as well. His explosiveness next to Ricky Rubio could be exciting to watch if you're a Timberwolves fan.
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Orlando
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Meyers Leonard
| Position: C Height: 7-foot Weight: 240 pounds Age: 20 School: Illinois |
Analysis: Meyers Leonard falls to Orlando here. It's a great pick for the Magic as they look like they're about to lose Dwight Howard in a trade this summer. I like Leonard more than others. He's a great defender and can give you double-digit points a night if you feed him the ball. Potential steal here by Orlando.
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Denver
|  Royce White | Position: SF Height: 6-foot-8 Weight: 240 pounds Age: 20 School: Iowa State |
Analysis: According to SI's Sam Amick, Denver is coveting Royce White. He would surely be a versatile player to have in Denver as they don't have much needs. White could play small forward or power forward and can even handle the ball sometimes. It seems like a nice match for White in Denver.
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Boston
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Fab Melo
| Position: C Height: 7-foot Weight: 274 pounds Age: 21 School: Syracuse |
Analysis: Boston needs size, badly. Fab Melo would surely provide that. Melo is a great defender, but he lacks offense and can sometimes goes brain-dead on plays and outside of the basketball world. Melo is worth the risk for the Celtics, though. A big man has to be at the top of their wish list and Melo is a nice present.
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Boston (via Clippers)
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Andrew Nicholson
| Position: PF Height: 6-foot-9 Weight: 222 pounds Age: 22 School: St. Bonaventure |
Analysis: Andrew Nicholson could be a safety pick if Kevin Garnett leaves this summer, or suddenly announces a retirement. He isn't getting any younger, anyways. Nicholson can take it the rim and can also hit the three-pointer. He can stretch the floor better than KG, but if he's truly the replacement, fans better be patient. I see Nicholson being a success in Beantown with the Celtics likely having a summer makeover.
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Atlanta
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Tony Wroten Jr.
| Position: PG Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 205 pounds Age: 18 School: Washington |
Analysis: When was the last time Atlanta had a true point guard? The last great Hawks point guard I can think of was Spud Webb. Yes, it's been that long folks. Tony Wroten Jr. has lottery-like talent that could thrive at the Highlight Factory. Having Joe Johnson, Al Horford, and Josh Smith on the team will help a lot. Wroten looks like a star in the future if he's put in the right situation. I think Atlanta is a perfect scenario. Even though Moe Harkless, Quincy Miller, Jeff Taylor, and Marquis Teague are still on the board Wroten's height at 6-5 for a point guard is great. Look for Wroten to thrive in Atlanta and possibly be a steal if picked here.
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Cavs (via Lakers)
|  Moe Harkless | Position: SF Height: 6-foot-8 Weight: 190 pounds Age: 18 School: St. John's |
Analysis: Moe Harkless falls to Cleveland here. They need a small forward to replace the big hole of LeBron James and Harkless could be capable of doing that. Harkless surprised many by leaving as a freshman, but he has great potential. He could be a lockdown defender and a 20-point-per-game scorer. I compare him to Paul George of the Indiana Pacers. He's oozing with potential. Adding Harkless with Irving and possibly a backcourt featuring Thompson and Drummond: watch out, NBA.
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Memphis
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Evan Fournier
| Position: SG Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 206 pounds Age: 19 School: France |
Analysis: According to ESPN's Chad Ford, he's hearing Memphis want to draft an international player and keep them in Europe for a few years. Evan Fournier seems like the logical pick here. Even though a lot of talent is on the board, you can always trust Ford and his NBA draft knowledge. Fournier to the Grizzles it is.
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Indiana
|  Draymond Green | Position: SF Height: 6-foot-6 Weight: 235 pounds Age: 22 School: Michigan State |
Analysis: Indiana has a lot of talent left on the board. Do they go wing, big man, point guard, or somewhere else? The Pacers really have no big needs, so taking one that fits their locker room seems logical. Draymond Green would be a nice choice here. Even though Marquis Teague, Quincy Miller, and Jeff Taylor are still on the board, Green just seems like a Larry Bird kind of player. He has a great motor and could play small forward or power forward on the next level. Green is an energy player you can never go wrong with and he doesn't bring that much risk either. He's a very well-rounded and polished prospect that's use to winning. Don't be surprised at all if Bird pulls a shocker like this on draft night. He's done it many times before.
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Miami
|  Marquis Teague | Position: PG Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 178 pounds Age: 19 School: Kentucky |
Analysis: The Miami Heat might've gotten the luckiest draw in this mock draft. Marquis Teague falls all the way down to them here at 27. Point guard is an issue that needs to be resolved. Mario Chalmers is good, but he's more suited to be a sixth man off the bench. Teague could give you 15 points per night if given the chance. The Heat just keep getting great talent here if they get the Kentucky guard.
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Oklahoma City
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Jeff Taylor
| Position: SF Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 225 pounds Age: 22 School: Vanderbilt |
Analysis: Oklahoma City always seems to draft well. They get a nice steal here with Jeff Taylor falling to them. He has the potential to be a lockdown-defender and playing behind Kevin Durant will only help his development. Taylor could be a great role player for Oklahoma City. This could be a hidden gem for the Thunder and a key to an NBA championship.
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Chicago
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Doron Lamb
| Position: SG Height: 6-foot-4 Weight: 195 pounds Age: 20 School: Kenntucky |
Analysis: Chicago has two players in Doron Lamb and John Jenkins that can shoot the lights out. They go with the better value pick here in Lamb. He slips a little and the Bulls benefit. He can explode to the rim and make it rain from behind-the-arc. Great pick here for Chicago. It only gets better when Derrick Rose gets healthy and Lamb has wide-open shots. This also creates a scary duo in the backcourt.
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Golden State
(via Spurs) |  Quincy Miller | Position: SF Height: 6-foot-9 Weight: 210 pounds Age: 19 School: Baylor |
Analysis: Quincy Miller slips to Golden State again here. The Warriors can't let Miller slip farther. He hurt his knee and he never seemed to to shake it. Once Miller heals, he could develop into a steal. He has lottery-talent, but he just needs to heal. Festus Ezeli could be an option here, but this value can't slip past the Warriors. Miller also fills a small forward need for Golden State. Great value-pick and steal by the Warriors to end my second mock draft.
