NBA Draft: Mock Draft 2.0

16. 76ers: Marreese Speights, PF

The 76ers are looking to get Elton Brand, but if they do not, Speights has tools to be better than Al Horford. I think he is NBA-ready physically, but needs some development. He will give the 76ers a really bright future.

17. Raptors: Joe Alexander, SF/PF

He has size, athleticism, and can shoot. He reminds me of Shaun Marion. He can really be a good scorer and a solid defender. He really was impressive last year  and will make an impact in the NBA. He will be a solid SF next to Bosh. They need a Robin Lopez but can try to get a center via free agency or get Nathan Jawai in the second round.

18. Wizards: Kosta Koufos, C

May need development, but as a player can be like Okur. He can spread the floor and has tools where he can make passes and score. A solid player to back up Haywood and eventually take the starting job.

19. Cavaliers: Bill Walker, SG

A Top Five pick coming out of high school, but his injury hurt his stock. He really had a solid season last year, but Beasley stole the show. In his workouts he has shown he has his explosiveness back. He is a Vince Carter of player. This has the potential to be the biggest steal in the draft due to his upside.  LeBron needs another star type of player next to him, and Walker is that player.

20. Nuggets: Ty Lawson, PG

Already rumored to be guaranteed to be drafted by them, Lawson will make an impact as he is the fastest player in the draft. He can keep the ball out of A.I.'s hands and run the floor. He is a good passer and can be a solid PG in the NBA. He is what the Nuggets need.

21. Nets: Chase Budinger, SG/SF

Another Top 10 potential, but after a poor season under new coach, his stock has dropped. Has the athleticism and shooting ability to be a solid pro. He will make an impact if the Nets decide to trade Jefferson.

22. Magic: Chris Douglas-Roberts, SG

He may have been the real star of the Memphis Tigers, as he was consistent as a scorer and defended really well. He will come in and start with the Magic as he is NBA ready. I think he is a sleeper. With a playoff team, he will make an impact.

23. Jazz: Roy Hibbert, C

Fits in with what the Jazz do better than any one else in the draft. Best passing big man who can also shoot. Is a Ilguaskas type of player. He can come off the bench and play 20 minutes, while making an impact. The pick and roll system Sloan has will make him fit well. He played the Princeton offense well, and he will make an impact for the Jazz.

24. Sonics: JaVale McGee, C

Needs to develop and with the Sonics rebuilding, he will fit in. Can be an Andrew Bynum-type of player or can be a bust like Patrick O'Bryant. They can take this risk.

25. Rockets: Nicolas Batum, SG

A Rudy Gay type of player who can come off the bench and make an impact. Has Top 10 talent so he is a player the Rockets can't pass up.

26. Spurs: Serge Ibaka, PF

Another international talent they can let develop overseas and come in later. He is a really raw talent, but has the physical tools to be a Top 10 pick.

27. Hornets: Courtney Lee, SG

Has the body and abilities to come in and develop into a solid SG. He is an upgrade and can start for them eventually.

28. Grizzlies: Jason Thompson, C

A fluid big man who really impressed me when I saw him play. He dominated bad teams, but he has the tools to be a legit big man in the NBA. I really like him and think he can run and start with the Grizzlies next season. Upgrade over Darko Milicic.

29. Pistons: J.J. Hickson, PF

Has the physical talent and scoring ability to make an impact in the NBA. Next to Maxiell, the Pistons will have a bright future with their frontcourt.

30. Celtics: DeVon Hardin, C

Has the physical tools and impressed a lot of scouts in camp. They need a real center behind Perkins, and this is a really good player to get. Better than a Robin Lopez because of the upside he can have.

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