Tonight at 7:30 pm is the NBA Draft Lottery to determine what order the 14 teams who didnt make the playoffs select in this summer's next NBA Draft. The Charlotte Bobcats WILL pick somewhere in between the 1st and the 6th pick, but we will found out tonight! ESPN, 7:30PM ET

[Edited on May 23, 2006 at 10:24 AM. Reason : i think its espn, not positive]

5/23/2006 10:22:27 AM

BLAZERS FOR THE WIN

wonder if they'll pick morrison

5/23/2006 10:24:32 AM

if the Bobcats get the 1st pick, who could they conceivably take?

we need a SG, but there aren't any that warrant a number 1 pick.

5/23/2006 10:28:11 AM

going with the bobcats logic

they'd pick jj to get the duke fanbase

it'd be pretty smart actually

5/23/2006 10:30:18 AM

nah we wont get jj in the 1st round unless somehow we get like the 20th pick in addition

i see us either going after Gay or Carney or somebody like that...course it all depends on where we're picking

5/23/2006 10:31:16 AM

JJ is a smart pick for the 'cats at 1-6?

he can shoot, but we don't need that bullshit on our team, plus he doesn't deserve that kinda contract.

5/23/2006 10:31:23 AM

^The Bobcats would totally do that. They'll be the richest team in the leauge, but will never crack that vaunted 20-win mark.

5/23/2006 10:31:54 AM

Matt Carroll >>>>>>>>>>>>>>> JJ Redick

5/23/2006 10:33:06 AM

^agreed.

are the cats gonna go after any big free agents or wait til next year?

5/23/2006 10:34:20 AM

Quote :

"going with the bobcats logic"

5/23/2006 10:34:24 AM

yeah when they picked Felton last year, i was happy, and I have not been disappointed

then when they picked May at 13, and I was all, WTF?!?!

but I think May can have a solid NBA career if he stays healthy...reminds me a little bit of Elton Brand...

5/23/2006 10:50:32 AM

May needs to get in MUCH better shape to come close to Elton Brand, but that is a best case scenario for him and who he should look to pattern his game after. I say they take Ced or Sheldon Williams and fill their roster with UNC/NCSU/Duke power forwards.

5/23/2006 11:03:17 AM

If they get the first pick, they should trade it for 2 more picks in the 1st round so they can get a SG and a C. Brezec is not the answer but can be a good solid backup.

I like picking Aldridge from Texas if they get a high pick. Him or Rudy Gay to play SG and run with Felton and Wallace.

5/23/2006 11:24:30 AM

^^yeah brand also took a few years to round into the player he is today, I think may has the skills to get it done once he gets in better shape

and aldridge is more of a power forward, which we have a lot of: okafor, ely, may

5/23/2006 11:42:57 AM

DO NOT DRAFT A BIG MAN IN THE 1ST ROUND BOBCATS

5/23/2006 12:40:24 PM

SEA!

CAT!

5/23/2006 12:44:43 PM

i like roy from washington probably best, but he's not worth the #1 pick. if they get it, they should definitely work out a trade.

luck should pay em back for the screwing the bobcats took at last year's lottery.

5/23/2006 12:45:07 PM

yeah this will probably be the year when we get the #1 pick, even though it sure wouldve been nice to have one of the last 2 years!

5/23/2006 12:54:53 PM

i just want to pick in the top 4 at the very least...

I hope we got Gay or Roy.


We've got to land a good player in the draft this year to make up for last years b.s.

5/23/2006 2:14:49 PM

brandon roy will be the man. hes the perfect fit for the bobcats

5/23/2006 2:18:17 PM

god they better not waste a pick that high on JJ...

i dont doubt he will be ok in the NBA, but not a top 6 pick

5/23/2006 3:26:00 PM

they wont pick him that high

5/23/2006 3:30:38 PM

I know

thank god

Im going to bttt my draft lottery game so you all can check out the new names

5/23/2006 3:31:51 PM

like I said earlier, Matt Carroll>>>>>>>>>JJ Redick

he's taller, more athletic, better defender, shot over 65% from 3-point range in the NBDL...

5/23/2006 3:39:40 PM

redick will be a role player in the nba, nothing more....

he reminds me of steve kerr.

5/23/2006 3:42:32 PM

maybe more like Jeff Hornacek

5/23/2006 3:43:30 PM

but jeff hornacek had handles...no way in hell redick could be a starting PG

5/23/2006 3:48:30 PM

whoa, i thought Stockton was the pg

did i miss something?

5/23/2006 3:49:36 PM

that's why i say kerr. I could see him getting a rep for coming off the bench to make big shots in big games....but not starting and dropping 20 plus a game.

5/23/2006 3:51:07 PM

there will be game though, we he gets the hot hand

I mean McCants wasnt getting that many minutes and one night he scored 31 i think

5/23/2006 3:54:10 PM

^wasn't that when garnett was out and the season was pretty much over?

5/23/2006 4:36:21 PM

I wouldn't mind if the Cats fell a little in this draft. No one stands out as a clear top pick, and if we slip we could pick Brandon Roy, who is as polished as anyone, to fill that 2 guard spot. I like Rudy Gay's talent alot too.

[Edited on May 23, 2006 at 4:46 PM. Reason : .]

[Edited on May 23, 2006 at 4:49 PM. Reason : .]

5/23/2006 4:45:12 PM

this thread is **--**-- officially abusing stupid characters in its title --**--**

5/23/2006 4:50:36 PM

Quote :

"whoa, i thought Stockton was the pg did i miss something?"

Hornacek was backup PG to Kevin Johnson in Phoenix and Stockton in Utah...and I guess Mo Cheeks in Philly?

^sorry, i wanted to make a legitimate ST thread stand out over all the threads like "Boogity Boogity Boogity"

5/23/2006 5:02:17 PM

here we go

5/23/2006 7:50:09 PM

ouch....sucks for the blazers

5/23/2006 7:51:12 PM

BLAZERS GOT SHITTED

5/23/2006 7:51:29 PM

all right, 3rd pick. thats not bad

5/23/2006 7:56:22 PM

adam morrison or brandon roy come on down

5/23/2006 7:58:44 PM

I still think that Gay is a good pick for Charlotte...What Bob's Cats really need is a true scorer. By that logic Gay looks to be the best pick, maybe Roy...either way.

5/23/2006 8:24:46 PM

I think gay will be a huge bust. He never struck me as having the drive, determination, and discipline to be a top flight player.

5/23/2006 8:31:29 PM

can an ESPN Insider post the "Mock Draft" on ESPN??

5/23/2006 8:55:13 PM

I'll go ahead and predict one

2. Knicks select Ilian Evtimov

5/23/2006 8:58:23 PM

the bulls pick 2nd

5/23/2006 9:06:53 PM

CHAD FORD'S MOCK DRAFT
PICK

Toronto


Andrea Bargnani
Position: PF
Height: 7-0
Weight: 225
Age: 20
Country: Italy
The skinny: Raptors president Bryan Colangelo needs a center and a point guard, but there is not a legitimate candidate to be the No. 1 pick at either position. So Colangelo will go with the player he considers to be the best available. He knows Bargnani better than anyone else does and will find a way to play him with Chris Bosh.


Chicago (via New York)


Tyrus Thomas
Position: PF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 229
Age: 19
School: LSU
The skinny: It's a tough call here between Tyrus Thomas and LaMarcus Aldridge. Aldridge would give them the low post scoring they need, but word is that the Bulls think Thomas has more potential.


Charlotte


Adam Morrison
Position: SF
Height: 6-8
Weight: 205
Age: 21
School: Gonzaga
The skinny: The Bobcats need a scorer and a small forward. Not only is Morrison a great fit on the court, but he'll also get fans in the seats.


Portland


LaMarcus Aldridge
Position: PF
Height: 6-10
Weight: 240
Age: 20
School: Texas
The skinny: Nate McMillan will be pushing for Brandon Roy here and he might get him. But Aldridge fits a need in the frontcourt.


Atlanta


Brandon Roy
Position: SG
Height: 6-5
Weight: 195
Age: 21
School: Washington
The skinny: A difficult situation for the Hawks. They'd prefer to get their hands on one of the three bigs taken ahead of them, particularly Bargnani. But if all four are off the board, look for them to go with the best player available. Roy has the ability to swing to the point, especially with another good ball-handler like Joe Johnson in the backcourt. Roy isn't the perfect answer to the Hawks' point guard woes, but he will give Atlanta one of the biggest backcourts in the league.


Minnesota


Rudy Gay
Position: SF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 222
Age: 19
School: UConn
The skinny: This is a good get for the Wolves. Gay was the consensus No. 1 prospect in the draft at the beginning of the year and still has the potential to be the best player in the draft. Combined with Kevin Garnett, the Wolves would sport one of the biggest front courts in the league.


Boston


Rajon Rondo
Position: PG
Height: 6-2
Weight: 171
Age: 20
School: Kentucky
The skinny: This is on the high end for Rondo, but he has several things going in his favor. First, after a bad season, he's working out well and reminding scouts why they had him ranked in the Top 5 before the season began. On pure talent and upside, he's one of the Top 10 prospects in the draft. Two, he's a perfect fit in Boston. He's a super athletic point guard who can push it and play defense. His shot stinks, but given the number of Celtics who like to let it fly, he's not going to need to take many jumpers.


Houston


J.J. Redick
Position: SG
Height: 6-4
Weight: 190
Age: 21
School: Duke
The skinny: The Rockets have a number of needs, but the biggest is two guard. This is awfully high for Redick, but he should be a good fit in Houston. With Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady facing constant double teams, the Rockets need someone who can make them pay from the three point line. The team also needs help at the point and up front and players like UConn's Marcus Williams and Bradley's Patrick O'Bryant are options.


Golden State


Randy Foye
Position: SG
Height: 6-4
Weight: 205
Age: 22
School: LSU
The skinny: The Warriors don't have any glaring needs. With Baron Davis' health always in question, having a big time experienced combo guard like Foye could be a gem. Besides, at this point, he's the best player on the board.


Seattle


Shelden Williams
Position: PF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 250
Age: 22
School: Duke
The skinny: The Sonics need defense and Williams provides that. He's one of the best rebounders and shot blockers in the draft. With Reggie Evans gone and Chris Wilcox hitting free agency, adding a big, physical player like Williams is a good insurance policy.


Orlando


Ronnie Brewer
Position: SG
Height: 6-7
Weight: 220
Age: 21
School: Arkansas
The skinny: The Magic have had their eye on Roy and Redick. If both are gone, then the team must move on to Plan B of finding a big guard to pair in the backcourt with point guard Jameer Nelson. Brewer is a good fit. He can swing to the point, plays aggressive defense and knows how to get to the basket.


New Orleans/
Oklahoma City


Patrick O'Bryant
Position: C
Height: 7-0
Weight: 250
Age: 19
School: Bradley
The skinny: After giving up Jamaal Magloire and losing Chris Andersen to a drug suspension, the Hornets lack that super athletic defensive presence that can rebound and block shots. O'Bryant is the best center on the board. He's very raw, but has the size and athleticism to be a significant presence in the middle down the road.


Philadelphia


Marcus Williams
Position: PG
Height: 6-3
Weight: 205
Age: 20
School: UConn
The skinny: Allen Iverson shocked many with his strong point guard play this season, but the Sixers really need him at the two. Williams is the best pure point guard in the draft and it would be a mild surprise if he was still on the board here. He's the crafty floor leader that the Sixers have wanted for years.


Utah


Hilton Armstrong
Position: C
Height: 6-11
Weight: 235
Age: 21
School: UConn
The skinny: The Jazz's first priority is finding a scoring two guard. Foye and Redick are at the top of the list, but if they're both off the board, the Jazz will look to their other need at the center position. Greg Ostertag is retiring and the team could use an athletic shot blocker to help out Mehmet Okur and Carlos Boozer in the paint. Armstrong is a late bloomer who is still finding his game, but he does have the size, athleticism and shot blocking to be a legit NBA center.


NO/OC Hornets
(via Milwaukee)

5/23/2006 9:12:15 PM

Rodney Carney
Position: SF
Height: 6-7
Weight: 205
Age: 22
School: Memphis
The skinny: The Hornets will be psyched if Carney is still on the board here. The team could use an athletic sweet shooting swingman and Carney has the experience to step right in and compete right away. Questions about Carney's toughness and desire are the only reason he's slipping.


Chicago


Mardy Collins
Position: PG
Height: 6-6
Weight: 205
Age: 21
School: Temple
The skinny: Collins is a great fit for the Bulls. The team needs a big guard to put in the backcourt with the smallish Kirk Hinrich, Ben Gordon and Chris Duhon. Collins stands at 6-foot-7 and can play both positions on the floor. He's an excellent defender and is a crafty player who uses angles to get to the basket.


Indiana


Cedric Simmons
Position: PF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 235
Age: 20
School: NC State
The skinny: The Pacers have needs up front and in the backcourt, but will have a hard time passing on Simmons if he falls this far. Simmons is an excellent athlete with excellent rebounding and shot blocking skills. With Jermaine O'Neal constantly nursing injuries, and with Scot Pollard leaving via free agency, finding a legit option to replace O'Neal is essential.


Washington


Tiago Splitter
Position: PF
Height: 7-0
Weight: 240
Age: 21
Country: Brazil
The skinny: This is a steal for the Wizards if they can get it. On talent Splitter is a Top 10 pick, but he slips this far because of a big buyout with his Spanish team that will force him to stay in Europe one, maybe two more season. The good news is that when he does come to the NBA, he'd have a grat chance of beating out Brendan Haywood for the starting center gig.


Sacramento


Guillermo Diaz
Position: SG
Height: 6-3
Weight: 190
Age: 20
School: Miami
The skinny: The Kings have been unconventional the past few years and it looks like they're heading that direction again. They missed Bobby Jackson desperately this season and are looking for an athletic two guard who can shoot it. Diaz wasn't a great shooter in college, but he's wowed several scouts in workouts with his shooting stroke.


New York
(via Denver)


Shawne Williams
Position: SF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 225
Age: 20
School: Memphis
The skinny: Jalen Rose will be gone sooner than later and Knicks fans are still mourning the give away of Trevor Ariza at the deadline. Williams is a guy that Isiah Thomas can love. He's long, athletic, plays multiple positions and can shoot. He really needs another year of school, but playing for the Knicks is like playing for the JV at his point anyway.


Phoenix


Mouhamed Saer Sene
Position: C
Height: 7-0
Weight: 232
Age: 20
Country: Senegal
The skinny: Coach Mike D'Antoni loves small ball, but he won't pass on the chance to get a big man if he has a chance. Armstrong is probably the best fit, but Sene has the most upside. He's a legit 7 foot, had a jaw dropping 7-foot-8 wingspan and proved at the Hoop Summit and in Europe that he can rebound and block shots at a jaw dropping rate.


New Jersey
(via L.A. Clippers)


Kyle Lowry
Position: PG
Height: 6-0
Weight: 185
Age: 20
School: Villanova
The skinny: The Nets desperately need to upgrade their bench both in the front and the backcourt. Lowry is a super athletic, scrappy point guard who could help run the frentic pace that the Nets like to play. He's not the best shooter in the world, but he does just about everything else well. If he played another year in college, he'd have a shot at the lottery. That makes grabbing him here a steal.


New Jersey


Alexander Johnson
Position: PF
Height: 6-10
Weight: 230
Age: 23
School: FSU
The skinny: One of my draft sleepers this year. Johnson may be the most athletic big man in the draft. He's got a 40 inch vertical, runs the floor well and has great toughness at the position. While scouts wish he was a little taller (he's 6-foot-9 in shoes) and a little longer, his explosive athleticism and toughness remind some scouts of Kenyon Martin. The Nets need to get more athletic and tougher up front and Johnson, though a gamble, just might deliver.


Memphis


Aaron Gray
Position: C
Height: 7-0
Weight: 270
Age: 21
School: Pittsburgh
The skinny: The Grizzlies have been searching for a legit center ever since Bryant Reeve retired. With Lorenzen Wright hitting free agency this summer, the need has never been greater. Who better to fill that role than the guy who plays and kids of looks like Big Country. While Jerry West would prefer an athletic big man, Gray proved at Pittsburgh that he can be a formidable force in the paint.


Cleveland


Jordan Farmar
Position: PG
Height: 6-2
Weight: 180
Age: 19
School: UCLA
The skinny: Danny Ferry will be doing back flips if Farmar is still on the board when they pick. Eric Snow peaked years ago and it looks like Damon Jones is on the down slide. There's nothing flashy about Farmar's game, but next to Marcus Williams, he's the best pure point guard in the draft.


L.A. Lakers


Shannon Brown
Position: SG
Height: 6-3
Weight: 190
Age: 20
School: Mich St
The skinny: The Lakers don't need pure point guards in the triangle and Brown should be a good fit. He's tough, super athletic and has improved his stroke dramatically. Brown gives Phil Jackson another backcourt scoring option besides Kobe.


Phoenix


Quincy Douby
Position: SG
Height: 6-3
Weight: 175
Age: 22
School: Rutgers
The skinny: Douby should thrive in the Suns small ball system. He plays multiple positions, is great from long range and knows how to light up the scoreboard. With Leandro Barbosa just one year from free agency (and with the Suns looking pretty capped out) he could be a worthy replacement. Texas' Daniel Gibson is also a good option here.


Dallas


Marcus Vinicius
Position: SF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 235
Age: 21
Country: Brazil
The skinny: The Brazilian big man can play both the three and the four. He's a little bit of a project, but scouts that have seen him workout think he could be a sleeper. Given the way the Mavs are playing now, tough, versatile, athletic wing players seem to be in vougue.


New York
(via San Antonio)


Maurice Ager
Position: SG
Height: 6-5
Weight: 180
Age: 22
School: Mich St
The skinny: The Knicks have a ton of guards in the backcourt, but what they miss is an excellent perimeter shooter. Stephon Marbury, Steve Francis, Quentin Richardson and Jamal Crawford are all better putting the ball on the floor. Besides, does anyone think most of these guys will be here next season?


Portland
(via Detroit)


Olexsiy Pecherov
Position: PF
Height: 6-11
Weight: 222
Age: 21
School: Ukraine
The skinny: The Blazers second pick will probably stay overseas for another year or two. Pecherov looks like Keith Van Horn and has some of his versatility at both the three and the four. He's solid season at Paris Racing has given scouts hope that he might really blossom.

Other potential first rounders: Leon Powe, Josh Boone, Paul Davis, Richard Roby, Daniel Gibson, Nick Fazekas, Sergio Rodriguez, Rudy Fernandez, James Augustine, Vladimir Veremeenko, Damir Markota, Thabo Sefolosha, James White, Darius Washington, Curtis Stinson, Paul Millsap, Yotam Halperin

5/23/2006 9:14:25 PM

do you really think adam morrison will "put people in the seats"????

who the fuck cares about adam morrison

5/23/2006 9:16:39 PM

Quote :

"the bulls pick 2nd "

oh yeah, confused with the knicks

[Edited on May 23, 2006 at 9:20 PM. Reason : ^yeah, adam morrison would be retarded. he will suck and not pull fans]

5/23/2006 9:18:20 PM

Quote :

"who the fuck cares about adam morrison"

white people

rajon rondo is going to be an absolute bust if he goes top 10

5/23/2006 9:21:25 PM

I think Rondo just had an off year this past year. I think he'll be solid. ^^^ Why would we need to "put people in the seats anyway" wasnt that why we picked 2 UNC players last year?

5/23/2006 9:56:20 PM