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Apr 2, 2012; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas Jayhawks forward Thomas Robinson (0) shoots between Kentucky Wildcats forward Kyle Wiltjer (33) and forward Anthony Davis (23) during the second half in the finals of the 2012 NCAA men's basketball Final Four at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-US PRESSWIRE

How NBA Draft Lottery Results Affect Prospects' High Hopes

Anthony Davis is a shoo-in at No. 1 in the 2012 NBA Draft no matter who wins Wednesday's lottery. But who gets picked immediately after Davis depends on how the ping pong balls bounce.
April 1, 2012; Boston, MA, USA; Miami Heat forward LeBron James (6) drives between Boston Celtics center Greg Stiemsma (54) and small forward Paul Pierce (34) during the third quarter at TD Banknorth Garden.  Boston won 91-72.   Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-US PRESSWIRE

LeBron James Can't Win Against The Celtics

LeBron James must beat the Celtics to continue his journey toward a proper legacy, but he can't actually win against Boston ... all because of 2010.
Mar 07, 2012; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce (34) brings the ball up court during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Wells Fargo Center. The Sixers defeated the Celtics 103-71. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-US PRESSWIRE

Sixers Vs. Celtics, Game 7: The Fate Of A Compelling East Finals Hangs In The Balance

Only the Celtics can give us a compelling Eastern Conference Finals against the Heat. Sorry, Sixers.
March 14, 2012; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings power forward DeMarcus Cousins (15) controls the ball against Detroit Pistons center Greg Monroe (10) during the first quarter at Power Balance Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-US PRESSWIRE

NBA Draft Grades: DeMarcus Cousins, Greg Monroe Say Hello From 2010!

Our NBA Draft Grades series winds up in 2010, where David Kahn did a very, very David Kahn thing.
Jun 21, 2011; Minneapolis, MN, USA: Minnesota Timberwolves president David Kahn answers a question during a press conference at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-US PRESSWIRE

NBA Draft Grades: Meet David Kahn, 2009 Wackadoo Of The Year

In 2009, we met David Kahn. We have loved every minute since. Plus: did the Grizzlies have the single worst draft in NBA history?
MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 21:  O.J. Mayo #32 of the  Memphis Grizzlies dribbles the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers during the NBA game at FedExForum on April 21, 2012 in Memphis, Tennessee. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

NBA Draft Grades: Who Didn't Leave 2008 With A Superstar? Oh, Hi Grizzlies

Our NBA Draft Grades traipse through the bountiful fields of 2008, where the Grizzlies and Bucks managed to step on all of the landmines to save everyone else the trouble.
CHICAGO - NOVEMBER 01: Greg Oden #52 of the Portland Trail Blazers watches from the bench as his teammates take on the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on November 1 2010 in Chicago Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Trail Blazers 110-98. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

NBA Draft Grades: Revisiting 2007, Where The Unspeakable Choice Was Born

We revisit the 2007 NBA Draft, where the team that took Greg Oden over Kevin Durant is mourned.
LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 02:  Andrew Bynum #17 and Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers stand on the court before taking on the Dallas Mavericks in Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals in the 2011 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center on May 2, 2011 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers Should Trade Andrew Bynum ... So He Doesn't Go To Waste

Trade Andrew Bynum? If the All-Star center ever wants to truly blossom, he needs teammates who won't ignore him in the fourth quarter of must-win games. He needs to get away from Kobe Bryant.
May 19, 2012; Los Angeles, CA, USA;   San Antonio Spurs guard Daniel Green (4) guards Los Angeles Clippers point guard Mo Williams (25) in the second half of game three of the Western Conference semi finals of the 2012 NBA Playoffs at the Staples Center. San Antonio Spurs won 96-86.  Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-US PRESSWIRE

Spurs' Comeback On Clippers Attempts To Answer Concern About San Antonio Defense

Concerned about the Spurs' defense going forward? That 24-0 run in Game 3 against the Clippers, in which a Chris Paul team was held scoreless 14 straight times down the floor, should help ease your mind.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MAY 16:  James Harden #13 of the Oklahoma City Thunder questions an official's call against the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Two of the Western Conference Semifinals in the 2012 NBA Playoffs on May 16, 2012 at the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Thunder beat the Lakers 77-75.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brett Deering/Getty Images)

How To Create Your Own James Harden In 3 Easy Steps

James Harden has been incredibly important to the Thunder's success. But does he represent a player trope that other teams can replicate? How does a team build its own James Harden, and who would be the candidates?