2008 NBA Mock Draft 1.0

The draft is pretty far away with trades and free agency bound to take place before the draft begins. But here is who I think (not should) each team will draft NOW.

1. Chicago Bulls - Michael Beasley - Getting the hometown kid Derrick Rose would be ideal, but John Paxson may think Drew Gooden, Tyrus Thomas, and Joakhim Noah are not the answers. Hinrich, Gordon, Hughes, and Duhon are all solid guards and a scoring foward will help them out.

2. Miami Heat - Derrick Rose - This is what Pat Riley wants. Rose and Wade will make this a dominant back court and if Marion stays, Marion and Haslem will make the front court very intruiging. Zo should be returning, but they can land a free agent like Jermaine ONeal or Elton Brand to help them down low.

3. Minnesota Timberwolves - Brook Lopez - Al Jefferson had a really unappreciated season. He is going to become one of the best PF in the NBA. He needs someone other than Antoine Walker next to him. A solid 7 footer who knows the game in Lopez will help. This will make this a good future front court for many years to come. With Telfair having a good season last year, he can lead point along side with Foye and McCants. Jaric, Brewer, and Gomes will make this team deep and may surprise some people next season.

4. Seattle Sonics - Jarryd Bayless - Durant, Green, Wilcox, and Collision are all solid players for the future. Only problem is Luke RIdnour and Earl Watson at point. They need a point guard and Bayless is next best behind Rose. He is versatile and reminds me of Chauncy Billups.Sonics are building in the right direction.

5. Utah Grizzlies - DeAndre Jordan - This team is full of talented guards. They need a big man down low not Darko. Jordan has enough upside to be the next Dwight but can also be the next Kwame. Worth the risk. He would fit perfectly this uptempo team.

6. New York Knicks - Danillo Gallinari - His dad was the body guard for coach DAntoni when he was in Italy so there is a connection between the two. Quentin Richardson is not the answer for them as a small foward. Gallinari is probably the most NBA ready and plays like a veteran. This could help out DAntoni. Monta Ellis has been rumored to go to the Knicks to run point and with Crawford and Wilson Chandler there is no need for OJ Mayo.

7. Los Angeles Clippers - OJ Mayo - I personally think he is the best player in the draft. Had some issues with taking money, but who cares in the NBA. He has a complete offensive game and is a really good defender. With Livingston or Dicau at point and Mayo this team may get back in playoffs with Brand, Thornton, and Kaman.

8. Milwaukee Bucks - Anthony Randolph - Randolph has so much upside. He reminds me of Lamar Odom. With Bogut, Yi, Redd, and Williams the Bucks may finally live up to their expectations. Scot Skiles was a good hire.

9. Charlotte Bobcats - Kevin Love - Okafor needs help down low. May returns but not sure how he will be after a tough injury. Love is a player Larry Brown will like. He can ignite fast breaks and can shoot. Only problem is if he can  cover NBA power fowards.

10. New Jersey Nets - Joe Alexander - the white Shawn Marion. He is really athletic. An upgrade over Kristic. Him and Boone will be a good combo and with Harris, Carter, and Jefferson, Nets may live up to their expectations.

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