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Ben Wallace to New York+A new kid on trading block?

lwinston300 — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 12:50:21 -0000

[Fixed up. -Matt]

ESPN.com reported Friday that the Knicks and Bulls have discussed a deal that would bring Ben Wallace to New York in exchange for Fred Jones, Quentin Richardson and Malik Rose.

"We're not looking to do anything really major," Thomas said Friday.

Sam Smith: A new kid on trading block? One player rarely talked about but who could be in demand these days is Chris Duhon, who is in the final year of his contract and coming off a career-high 34 points in Thursday's win over Golden State.

lwinston300's NBA Quote of the Day

lwinston300 — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 11:53:30 -0000

While Thomas said he was pleased with the bench players who "fought their tails off,"(in a 105-93 loss to the San Antonio Spurs.) his frustration with the team was evident.

"I'm a fighter myself and I want people who are going to fight and compete," Thomas said. "And if you're not going to fight and compete, then I'm the president and we can give you a pink slip, too."

Isiah Thomas

Mock Draft - (why trade #2 Pick to the Lakers?)

lwinston300 — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 06:49:34 -0000

Ummm why would we even trade Roy to Lakers considering KB8 (soon to be KB24) want be in this trade? Maybe Lamar Odem? Yeah right ... I mean after reading this, I racked my brain trying to figure why the bulls would trade #2 pick to the Lakers. Does anyone have an idea? (or opinion)

1. Toronto Raptors - LaMarcus Aldridge, C/PF, Texas. The once-rampant rumors that Toronto will trade this pick slowed down considerably last week, but that doesn't eliminate the possibility of a trade happening on or before draft night. If the Raptors do keep the pick, though, Aldridge is the best option. His friendship with Toronto cornerstone Chris Bosh aside, Aldridge is 6-11 with the ability to score, defend, and run the floor. He can start immediately at the five.

2. Chicago Bulls - Brandon Roy, SG, Washington. Roy's stock has been rising even higher as the draft gets closer and closer; probably because he's one of the few absolute sure things on the board. Word is the Bulls are big fans, as they want to get bigger in the backcourt. We've also heard rumors that Chicago might pick Roy as part of an agreed-upon trade with the Lakers that would send Roy to Kobe's squad.

3. Charlotte Bobcats - Rudy Gay, SF, UConn. How much of an influence will new Charlotte part-owner Michael Jordan have on this pick? We could see Mike going for a player like Gay, who has been compared to Scottie Pippen.

4. Portland Trail Blazers - Adam Morrison, SF, Gonzaga. Despite the reports that Rudy Gay served him a hot plate of dunks and rejections during a workout in Portland last week, Morrison has still got to be No. 1 on the Blazers' draft board. Not only does he have potential to be a 20-point scorer, Morrison already has a local fan following and would automatically become the Portland's most marketable player.

5. Atlanta Hawks - Tyrus Thomas, PF, LSU. Popular belief is that Atlanta has made a first-round promise to Duke big man Shelden Williams. But if Thomas, whose potential is off the charts, were to become available at this spot, we'd have to think the Hawks would break that promise. Sorry, Shelden, it's strictly business.

6. Minnesota Timberwolves - Marcus Williams, PG, UConn. Starting point guard Marcus Banks is a free agent, and is reportedly getting a lot of interest. Losing Banks would leave a glaring hole at the point, which Williams could easily fill. Williams' poise and clutch shooting would help a team that blew more fourth-quarter leads than we can remember last year.

7. Boston Celtics - Andrea Bargnani, SF/PF, Italy. At 6-11 with a solid outside stroke and one-on-one skills (we hear), Bargnani is a 20-year-old phenom/project worth gambling on for some teams. With a nearly playoff-caliber roster, Boston is one such team. Bargnani is touted as another Dirk Nowitzki-type, and his talent has been enough to make the Raptors seriously consider taking him with the top overall pick.

8. Houston Rockets - Shelden Williams, PF/C, Duke. Yao needs an enforcer, and the Stromile Swift/Juwan Howard connection ain't getting it done. Despite the recent news that Shelden actually stands closer to 6-7 than 6-9, he's a tough defender and rebounder who can be the Udonis Haslem to Yao's Shaquille O'Neal.

9. Golden State Warriors - Rodney Carney, SF, Memphis. The Warriors have two need areas: center and small forward. The best center available at this spot is Bradley's Patrick O'Bryant, but this team (and their suffering fans) doesn't need another project, which even O'Bryant calls himself. Carney is the best athlete in the draft and ready to play now. If everyone (read: Baron Davis) stays healthy, the Warriors could have a Kidd/Vince/Jefferson-esque trio on their hands with Davis/J-Rich/Carney.

10. Seattle Supersonics - Cedric Simmons, PF, NC State. The Sonics will try to trade this pick, but they still need defense and rebounding; on numerous occasions we saw them get destroyed on the glass last season. And just in case Chris Wilcox doesn't re-sign, Simmons would be a good insurance plan.

11. Orlando Magic - Ronnie Brewer, SG/PG, Arkansas. After measuring out to be 6-7 and 223 pounds at the Orlando pre-draft camp, Brewer is now said to be a Boris Diaw-type of prospect who can play up to four positions.

12. New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets - Patrick O'Bryant, C, Bradley. O'Bryant admits he's a project, but he's also 7-0 and scouts won't forget the way he manhandled Pitt star Aaron Gray in the NCAA tournament.

13. Philadelphia 76ers - Randy Foye, PG/SG, Villanova. We keep hearing that Allen Iverson is being shopped for a trade. Whether A.I. leaves Philly or not, the team still needs a point guard, some backcourt depth, and someone who is tough. All of which Foye provides.

14. Utah Jazz - Saer Sene, C, Senegal. When Sene worked out for the Jazz recently, none other than invited guest Karl Malone gave the kid his stamp of approval. Sene is raw - he only started playing ball a couple of years ago - but he's shooting up the draft board with his speed, length, athleticism and potential.

15. New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets - J.J. Redick, SG, Duke. How far will Redick's recent DUI arrest and his reported back problems cause him to drop? Probably not any farther than the Hornets' second pick, since this team needs help at the two and could use another shooter.

16. Chicago Bulls - Oleksiy Pecherov, PF, Ukraine. The 21-year-old has been climbing up the draft boards lately. The Bulls are thin at the four with guys like Malik Allen and Mike Sweetney getting major clock. At 6-10 and 232 pounds, Pecherov has the size, but is known as more of a perimeter player.

17. Indiana Pacers - Jordan Farmar, PG, UCLA. Grabbing a point guard would benefit the Pacers for two reasons: First, we don't know if Anthony Johnson's breakout showing in the playoffs will hold up for 82 games. Second, Jamaal Tinsley can't stay healthy for more than a week.

18. Washington Wizards - Shawne Williams, SF, Memphis. With Jared Jeffries planning to test the free agent market, Williams is a 6-9 shooter who could step in and fill Jeffries' spot as a big two-guard. Williams has a game similar to Antoine Walker's, and is young enough for coaches to nip some of those 'Toine-like bad habits in the bud.

19. Sacramento Kings - Hilton Armstrong, C, UConn. Armstrong really came on during the NCAA tournament, showing his entire repertoire of shot-blocking and rebounding skills, as well as a little offensive game. Sacramento needs a backup for Brad Miller; for now their best option is Vitaly Potapenko.

20. New York Knicks - Mardy Collins, PG/SG, Temple. The Knicks backcourt is a little crowded for the moment, but you'd have to think someone from that group gets traded this summer. Collins plays smart and under control, something no one has accused New York's guards of doing.

21. Phoenix Suns - Rajon Rondo, PG, Kentucky. The run-and-gun style is wearing down on the Suns, in particular on Steve Nash and Shawn Marion. Add Nash's bad back to the equation, and it makes sense to acquire a young point guard. Rondo has the speed, handles and passing ability to play in Mike D'Antoni's system. If he could shoot, he would be a Lottery pick.

22. New Jersey Nets - Paul Davis, PF/C, Michigan State. Just like the Hornets, the Nets need to get big. Davis can play the four while Nenad Krstic plays the five. Or he can at least give Krstic some battles in practice.

23. New Jersey Nets - Kyle Lowry, PG, Villanova. With Jeff McInnis voted off the island and Jacque Vaughn not getting any younger, it's time to start looking for Jason Kidd's eventual successor. Lowry's shot is suspect (just like Kidd), but he's tough and can penetrate.

24. Memphis Grizzlies - Shannon Brown, SG/PG, Michigan State. Bobby Jackson says he's definitely bouncing in free agency. That leaves a hole in the backcourt, and Brown has impressed teams in his workouts.

25. Cleveland Cavaliers - Quincy Douby, SG/PG, Rutger. As we saw when Larry Hughes got injured last year, the Cavs are hurting for backcourt depth. Douby can light it up from deep, a skill that's invaluable in the LeBron drive-and-kick offense.

26. Los Angeles Lakers - Sergio Rodriguez, PG, Spain. We love Smush Parker, but the bottom line is he couldn't buy a basket during the playoffs, not to mention Phil Jackson doesn't appear to be a huge Smush supporter. If a triangle-friendly point guard is available here, look for the Lakers to grab him.

27. Phoenix Suns - Josh Boone, PF, UConn. Regardless of how Amare Stoudemire recovers from knee surgery, the Suns need size and rebounding. Boone has both qualities, and he played in an up-and-down system at UConn that makes him a good fit for the Suns.

28. Dallas Mavericks - P.J. Tucker, SF, Texas. Tucker is small for a three (6-5), but he's strong and athletic and plays great defense.

29. New York Knicks - Marcus Vinicius, SF, Brazil. Trying to figure out the Knicks' decision-making process can be trying. From everything we hear, Vinicius would be the best player available at this spot, so that's as good a bet as any.

30. Portland Trail Blazers - Denham Brown, SG, UConn. After an impressive showing at the Orlando pre-draft camp, Brown might have played himself into the first round. His all-around game is solid and - perhaps more importantly for the Blazers - he doesn't bring any drama.

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Poll

Trade #2 Pick to the Lakers

I think that's a Good Idea

7 votes

I have No Idea

2 votes

I'm going to go grab a beer and think about it

6 votes

I think that's a Bad Idea

24 votes

39 votes | Poll has closed

NBA Mock Draft (All 30 picks and why)

lwinston300 — Wed, 31 May 2006 22:46:32 -0000

The NBA Draft is a little less than a month away. Here's our mock draft for the entire first round.

How likely would this actually be?
Do you think Mardy Collins would be a good 2 spot for the Bulls to take @ 16?
Any thoughts on other teams mock pick?

Toronto Raptors - Andrea Bargnani, SF/PF, Italy. The Raptors have an obvious need at center, and despite his 6-11 frame, Bargnani is projected as a small forward. Chris Bosh has come out and said he thinks the team needs "more of a banger," all while hyping his man LaMarcus Aldridge for years now. Yet in spite of these facts, everything we've been hearing - from the Toronto newspapers to one of our guys who is deep into the international scene - says the Raps have already decided Bargnani is their guy. With his outside shooting and one-on-one skills, the 20-year-old is the latest European prospect to draw comparisons to Dirk Nowitzki. Taking Bargnani this high is a huge gamble and a possible PR disaster, so Toronto might in fact trade down if they think they can grab their man with a lower and safer pick. Because if Andrea turns out to be more like the next Vladimir Radmanovic instead of the next Dirk, being a No. 1 overall pick would make Toronto look even worse. We could also see the Raps trading down to get a point guard - most likely UConn's Marcus Williams.
Chicago Bulls - LaMarcus Aldridge, C/PF, Texas. With his ability to score in the paint, Aldridge fills Chicago's biggest need. He would have been a huge help if they had him this year against the Heat. With a front line of Aldridge, Tyson Chandler and Andres Nocioni/Luol Deng, the Bulls are looking good for another playoff run next year.
Charlotte Bobcats - Adam Morrison, SF, Gonzaga. The 'Cats have a solid young core with Emeka Okafor, Ray Felton, Gerald Wallace, Primoz Brezec and Sean May. What they're lacking is someone who can get buckets. Wallace led the team last year with 15 points a game, a number Morrison can easily top as a rookie.
Portland Trail Blazers - Brandon Roy, SG, Washington. Portland doesn't necessarily need Roy, having already pegged Martell Webster as their two-guard of the future, but will still take the best player available. We've heard rumors that the Lakers love Roy, so don't be surprised if an L.A./Portland trade goes down sometime in the near future.
Atlanta Hawks - Randy Foye, PG/SG, Villanova. After they passed on Chris Paul last year, we'd like to think the Hawks won't make the same mistake twice when they're still in need of a point guard. Marcus Williams is the best pure point guard in the draft, but reports we've read say GM Billy Knight isn't feeling Williams. Foye is more of a Ben Gordon-esque combo guard (who also has "fourth-quarter killer" written all over him) than a natural point, but is a probably a better all-around player than Williams.
Minnesota Timberwolves - Rudy Gay, SF, UConn. The Wolves have many needs, and in such cases it's never a bad idea to just take the best player available. Gay would be the No. 1 overall pick if the draft were based solely on athletic ability and potential, but has to answer questions about his desire and killer instinct.
Boston Celtics - Marcus Williams, PG, UConn. Delonte West can definitely ball, but if the Celtics can pick up a true distributor like Williams, West could be better used as a sixth man combo guard. Boston might be tempted to pick a center at this spot, but will be better off taking their chances in next year's draft, when guys like Greg Oden, Joakim Noah, Spencer Hawes and Roy Hibbert could become available.
Houston Rockets - Rodney Carney, SF, Memphis. Move Tracy McGrady back to the two and put Carney at the three and you have an explosive lineup. Carney has reportedly been working out at T-Mac's home gym, so we're assuming McGrady has taken a liking to the kid.
Golden State Warriors - Tyrus Thomas, PF, LSU. The Matt Leinart Award for "Inexplicable Drop that is Somewhat Explicable at the Time" goes to Tyrus, who just a few weeks ago was considered a safe bet to be the No. 1 overall pick. Jason Richardson has been quoted in Bay Area newspapers with his opinion that the Warriors need a shot blocker/tough guy in the paint, and one thing Thomas can do is send shots into the sixth row.
Seattle Supersonics - Shelden Williams, PF/C, Duke. The Sonics need to get tough, and Williams isn't called "The Landlord" for nothing. Someone is going to have to patrol the paint while opposing point guards continually dart past Luke Ridnour.
Orlando Magic - Shawne Williams, SF, Memphis. Whether Grant Hill retires this summer or not, Orlando needs a small forward for the future. Williams and his Antoine Walker-style game make him a tantalizing prospect.
New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets - Patrick O'Bryant, C, Bradley. The Hornets need to get big. O'Bryant is 7-2 and has skills. This is a no-brainer, really.
Philadelphia 76ers - Cedric Simmons, PF, NC State. Philly could use a real point guard, but it's more important for them to get someone who can play defense and bring some toughness. Simmons is a 6-10 banger with an insanely long winspan who can block shots and rebound.
Utah Jazz - J.J. Redick, SG, Duke. Utah's biggest need is at the two, meaning this pick probably comes down to Redick or Arkansas' Ronnie Brewer. Redick wins in our opinion because he is, at worst, one of the five best shooters on the planet. Having J.J. roaming around the perimeter will open things up inside for Carlos Boozer and Andrei Kirilenko.
New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets - Ronnie Brewer, SG/PG, Arkansas. After getting a big man with their Lottery pick, the Hornets need to address their two-guard situation. It's no secret that Byron Scott and J.R. Smith don't get along, and Arvydas Macijauskas actually said "mountains of gold" couldn't bring him back to the Hornets. That leaves Kirk Snyder all alone at the two. Brewer can potentially play both backcourt positions, so if NOK loses Speedy Claxton to free agency, Brewer can spell Chris Paul at the point when necessary.
Chicago Bulls - Mardy Collins, PG/SG, Temple. Chicago's backcourt is crowded, but also undersized. Collins is a 6-6 combo guard who can effectively defend big guards. Anyone who played for John Chaney should have no problems dealing with Scott Skiles' aggressive coaching style.

Mardy Collins NBA Draft Profile (http://www.nbadraft.net/profiles/mardycollins.asp)

Indiana Pacers - Jordan Farmar, PG, UCLA. Grabbing a point guard would benefit the Pacers for two reasons: First, we don't know if Anthony Johnson's breakout showing in the playoffs will hold up for 82 games. Second, Jamaal Tinsely can't stay healthy for more than a week.
Washington Wizards - Hilton Armstrong, C, UConn. Just ask LeBron James: the Wizards are seriously lacking in the defense department, which happens to be Armstrong's forte. Hilton can also grab some boards from the five spot, another area where Washington could use some help.
Sacramento Kings - Paul Davis, C/PF, Michigan State. Brad Miller was almost invisible in Sacramento's first-round loss to San Antonio. We've read reports saying he could be traded, but even if that doesn't happen, Miller at least needs a decent backup. The top candidates for that spot would appear to be Davis and Pittsburgh's Aaron Gray. Davis is a little more versatile, which makes sense for now considering that we don't know who Sacramento's coach is yet and what system he'll want to implement.
New York Knicks - Quincy Douby, SG/PG, Rutgers. The Knicks need so much, yet seemingly have talent at every position (on paper, at least). Just pick the local kid (sort of) and get the crowd on your side.
Phoenix Suns - Rajon Rondo, PG, Kentucky. We've seen it in this year's playoffs: the run-and-gun style is starting to wear on the Suns, namely Steve Nash and Shawn Marion. Add Nash's back condition to the equation, and it makes sense to acquire a young point guard who can give Nash more time off. Rondo has the speed, handles and passing ability to play in Mike D'Antoni's system. If he could shoot, he would be a Lottery pick.
New Jersey Nets - Aaron Gray, C, Pittsburgh. Just like the Hornets, the Nets need to get big. Gray is 7-0 and 270 pounds. Do the math.
New Jersey Nets - Josh Boone, PF, UConn. Further bolstering the front line, the Nets can groom Boone to take over the four spot. He didn't live up to the hype that followed his freshman season at UConn, but is at least solid in almost every area you want from a power forward.
Memphis Grizzlies - Saer Sene, C, Senegal. The Grizz are hurting for someone who can score, but would be best served addressing that need in free agency (Jason Terry will be available, for instance). Meanwhile, Jake Tsakalidis and Lorenzen Wright aren't exactly Hakeem and Ralph Sampson in the middle. Sene is a project who literally started playing basketball a couple of years ago, but his size and potential will see him land in the first round.
Cleveland Cavaliers - Sergio Rodriguez, PG, Spain. Some scouts are saying Rodriguez has Lottery-level talent as a passer and ball handler, but his defense is lacking. With Eric Snow getting older and no real backup there is a need here.
Los Angeles Lakers - Richard Roby, SG, Colorado. Behind Redick, Roby was arguably the best shooter in college basketball last year, and the Lakers could definitely use someone who can knock down shots. Plus, at 6-6, Roby handles the ball and passes well enough to maybe even play the point in the triangle.
Phoenix Suns - Hassan Adams, SG, Arizona. In Phoenix's small ball lineup, Adams can play the two or the three. One of our West Coast-based guys watched Adams' high-flying act up close for four years, and swears Adams never gets tired. Sounds like the Suns kind of player, right?
Dallas Mavericks - Leon Powe, PF, California. The Mavs are kind of thin in the front court; Dirk's backups at the four are Keith Van Horn and Josh Powell. Powe would be a higher pick if not for a history of knee injuries, but we can see him rounding into a late-model Antonio McDyess-type of player at the four.
New York Knicks - Rudy Fernandez, SG, Spain. The way international scouts describe Fernandez, it sounds like he has a lot of Manu Ginobili in his game. He's young (21 years old), but still sees solid tick in the Euroleague and for the national team.
Portland Trail Blazers - Paul Millsap, PF, Louisiana Tech. Until they picked up Brian Skinner at the trade deadline, the Blazers had no backup for Zach Randolph. Millsap is a beast on the glass; he led the nation in rebounding for three straight years.

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Poll

Do you think Mardy Collins would be a good 2 spot for the Bulls to take @ 16?

yes

10 votes

bo

15 votes

25 votes | Poll has closed

Dime Mock Lottery 5.26

lwinston300 — Sun, 28 May 2006 09:08:07 -0000

The NBA Draft is a little more than a month away. Here's a look at how Dime sees the Lottery picks playing out, and check back in a few days, when we'll be hitting you with the entire first round.

Dime NBA Mock Lottery 5.26

Toronto Raptors - Andrea Bargnani, SF/PF, Italy. Everything we're hearing - from the Toronto newspapers to one of our guys who's deep into the international game - says the Raptors have already decided that Bargnani is their guy. Since Dirk Nowitzki reached All-Star/MVP level, everyone has been scouring Europe for the next Dirk, and Bargnani is the latest such prospect. At 20 years old, the seven-footer draws the Nowitzki comparisons for his shooting and one-on-one game. Still, taking Bargnani this high would be a huge gamble, so look for a trade if the Raps think they can still get him at a lower and safer pick. Because if Andrea turns out to be more like the next Vladimir Radmanovic than the next Dirk, being a No. 1 overall pick just makes it look worse.
Chicago Bulls (from the New York Knicks) - LaMarcus Aldridge, C/PF, Texas. The Bulls need a big man who can score, and Alrdidge fits the bill. Your last memory of him may be the terrible game he had against LSU in the NCAA tournament, but don't forget that for the rest of the season he was the best big man in college hoops. He can score down low, hit the J and run the floor, as well as play D and block shots.
Charlotte Bobcats - Adam Morrison, SF, Gonzaga. The 'Cats have a solid young nucleus of Emeka Okafor, Ray Felton, Gerald Wallace, Primoz Brezec and Sean May, but they need someone who can get buckets. Wallace led the team with 15 points a game last year. We can see Morrison topping that as a rookie. He has more moves than anyone on the college level and is money in crunch time.
Portland Trail Blazers - Brandon Roy, SG, Washington. The Blazers could use help everywhere, including their undersized backcourt. At 6-6, Roy is a better matchup for the League's two-guards than Juan Dixon, and his versatility and defensive ability are two things Portland could also use. Plus, Roy fits the good-guy image the franchise is trying to achieve, and he's a local draw from having played in the Pac-10.
Atlanta Hawks - Shelden Williams, PF/C, Duke. The Hawks are another team that we hear is in love with Bargnani. But assuming he's gone at this spot, we've also gotten word that ATL is really feeling Williams. Zaza Pachulia showed promise last season at center, but was repeatedly torched by some of the League's better post scorers. Shelden's forte is defense. And since Al Harrington could very well be leaving as a free agent this summer, the Hawks suddenly have needs down low.
Minnesota Timberwolves - Rudy Gay, SF, UConn. The Wolves need someone who can contribute right away, and Gay definitely has the skills to be that kind of talent. Any work ethic issues that come up could assuredly by dealt with by KG.
Boston Celtics - Marcus Williams, PG, UConn. We like Delonte West's game, but it wouldn't hurt Boston to have a pure point guard in the mix. You know Williams can distribute the rock, and he's been impressing scouts with his three-point shooting in recent workouts.
Houston Rockets - Tyrus Thomas, PF, LSU. We know the Rockets need scorers, but at the same time, look at their power forward situation. Stromile Swift and Juwan Howard? Every team needs rebounders and defenders, and Tyrus would be great to play next to Yao Ming as an enforcer-type, similar to the role Udonis Haslem plays with Shaq.
Golden State Warriors - Randy Foye, PG, Villanova. What are the odds Baron Davis actually plays 82 games next season? Foye can come in and play point with Baron out, or if Davis stays healthy, Foye can come off the bench as a killer combo guard, a la Ben Gordon.
Seattle Supersonics - Cedric Simmons, PF, NC State. The Sonics top priority this offseason will be to re-sign Chris Wilcox, and with good reason. This team need some interior toughness. Simmons is a 6-10 banger who can grab rebounds, play defense and score inside.
Orlando Magic - Rodney Carney, SF, Memphis. Meet Grant Hill's replacement. Between Carney, Dwight Howard and Jameer Nelson, Orlando is already looking like a NBA League Pass mainstay next year.
New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets - Patrick O'Bryant, C, Bradley. P.J. Brown isn't getting any younger, and O'Bryant is a legit 7-foot-2 big man. He's raw and needs work offensively, but will also have the benefit of Chris Paul getting him the ball in the right spots.
Philadelphia 76ers - Ronnie Brewer, SG/PG, Arkansas. The Sixers front office has indicated they want the team to get tougher and defensive-minded. They also need to get bigger and get a point guard, so we like Brewer here. Scouts are intrigued by the prospect of the 6-7 Brewer as a big PG in the League.
Utah Jazz - J.J. Redick, SG, Duke. The Jazz are just a couple pieces away from being a playoff team. They could stand to improve on Gordan Giricek at the two, and Redick's shooting will open things up inside for Carlos Boozer and Andrei Kirilenko.

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