Livingston is expected to come back and looks healthy alongside Elton Brand. Maggette is expected to leave, and they need a player who can shoot the ball and get to the basket. Gordon does all of this. Before his wrist injury, he was considered the best player in the country. I think he will make the most impact of any rookie. He will be a perfect fit in LA as they will push to make the playoffs.
8. Bucks: Danilo Gallinari, SF
He is an NBA ready player who is a point foward. He is 6-foot-10 and plays like a point guard. With Mo Williams, Redd, Yi, and Bogut, the Bucks will have inside and a deadly outside threat. With coach Skiles bringing in defensive mentality, the Bucks may get back to the playoffs.
9. Bobcats: Brook Lopez, C
They need a center so Okafur can play his true position as a PF. Larry Brown will get this team into the playoffs. With Richardson, Wallace, and Felton along with a deep bench, this team will have a low post threat to go along with its dynamic backcourt. Lopez is smart and is ready to make an impact.
10. Nets: Darrell Arthur, PF
With Harris, Carter, Jefferson, and Boone showing promise, they need a combo foward who can be a scorer in Arthur. He is NBA-ready and can help the Nets get back to the playoffs. He is going to be a Antonio McDyess-type of player who can spread the floor for the Nets.
11. Pacers: Russell Westbrook, PG/SG
The most athletic player in the draft that is NBA ready. He can play really good defense and has the upside to be a star. This would be a steal. He is the right player to put with Dunleavy and Granger on their rebuilding process. This team will have a bright future and if they keep Tinsley and O'Neal, they will be a playoff team.
12. Kings: Kevin Love, PF
He has the talent, but not the athleticism needed in the NBA. He is NBA-ready offensively I think, but defensively will not be able to cover NBA power forwards. He has to run and be physical, which scouts will come to realize he will not be able to do so as much. He will fall here and the Kings will have to take a chance here. He and Spencer Hawes will be a solid frontcourt for the future.
13. Blazers: Donte Greene, SF
He has the tools to be a legit NBA forward. He can shoot and has the athleticism of turning into a star. He has raw talent and needs to develop, but the Blazers can use him as they are headed towards the brightest future in the NBA.
14. Warriors: DeAndre Jordan, C
His draft stock has dropped, which is why he might return to college, but if he stays, this is a must pick. He has talent to be a Dwight Howard, but is a risk. He can develop with the Warriors and be a future big man. They need a future to look forward to as they have a player who can be there 2-3 years from now. Better hope he is no Patrick O'Bryant.
15. Suns: Brandon Rush, SG
He was considered to be a top 10 pick a year ago. He has the experience, athleticism, and shooting ability to be a reliable source off the bench. He can make an impact in the NBA, as he is NBA-ready. I expect him to fit in well here as the Suns look to win the West next season.
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