2012 NBA Mock Draft: Anthony Davis and Future Members of NBA All-Defensive Team

Defense still does win championships, therefore big-time defensive players will get their share of attention in the draft. The players that lack on the offensive may find themselves on a NBA roster because of their defensive prowess.

The players that bring it on both ends have the chance to be amongst the game's best all-around talents.

This is a mock draft, with a focus on the players that have the best chance of being named to the NBA All-Defensive team in the future.

1. Charlotte Bobcats: Anthony Davis, PF, Kentucky

I believe the Bobcats should take Andre Drummond with this pick, but they probably won't. They'll go with the popular choice, which is understandably Davis.

Davis is the premier defensive player in the draft. In fact, he's one of the best defensive players to come into the NBA in recent memory.

He will be amongst the top five in shot-blocking as a rookie and he'll make a solid impact. He has a great chance to make at least the NBA All-Defensive second team in the upcoming NBA season.

With all that praise, why shouldn't the Bobcats take Davis? 

2. Washington Wizards: Andre Drummond, PF/C, UConn

Because no prospect has as much potential as Drummond. His combination of size (6'10", 270 pounds) and athleticism is extremely rare.

Drummond was no slouch in the shot-blocking department. He averaged 2.7 blocks per game, along with 10 points and seven rebounds.

If you only look at collegiate production, you'll lean towards Davis every time. If both players had played four years, I'd be inclined to do the same thing.

But considering both were one-and-done—and Davis was in a much better situation—I feel it's unfair to base everything on this past season.

Teams must look at the ceiling for both players. For Drummond, the sky is the limit.

3. New Orleans Hornets: Thomas Robinson, PF, Kansas

This kid is a beast. He scores (17.7 PPG) and rebounds (11.9) on the block with ferocity. As long as he measures 6'9" or taller in shoes, he won't drop out of the top five.

4. Toronto Raptors: Harrison Barnes, SF, North Carolina

Barnes fits in with the Raptors well. As long as teams don't expect him to be a go-to guy, Barnes will not disappoint.

5. Cleveland Cavaliers: Bradley Beal, SG, Florida

I'm not as high on Beal as many others are. I think he may struggle to get his shot in the NBA.

He is only 6'3, and he isn't a next-level athlete. That said, he is a solid shooter (34 percent from three-point range) and a great rebounder (6.7 RPG) for his size.

6. Sacramento Kings: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, SF, Kentucky  

It wouldn't surprise me at all to see MKG go as high as No. 2 overall. He is a stat-sheet stuffer (11.9 PPG, 7.4 RPG, 1 BPG and 1 SPG) with a great motor and intangibles. He reminds me of Shawn Marion—without the fluky jump shot.

One of his best attributes is his ability to defend. He has the label "lockdown defender" written all over him.

He'll probably never be a great scorer, but his ability to defend and excel in transition is very valuable.

I could see him among the top 10 in steals and drawing the most difficult defensive assignment on a nightly basis.

7. Portland Trailblazers (from New Jersey): Austin Rivers, SG, Duke

Rivers is going to surprise many of his critics. His game is made for the NBA, and he will excel because of his shot-making and shot-creating abilities.

8. Detroit Pistons: Jeremy Lamb, SG, UConn

Lamb was once thought to be a top-five pick. As of now, he could be a solid addition to the Pistons' roster. He's a more well-rounded option than Ben Gordon.

9. Utah Jazz (from Golden State): Damian Lillard, PG, Weber State

Lillard is the most exciting player in the draft in my opinion. He is lightning quick, can fill it up from the outside (41 percent from three-point range). He also has excellent bounce. He penetrates and finishes with dunks in traffic.

At 6'2", he is an intriguing prospect.

10. Milwaukee Bucks: John Henson, C, North Carolina

Henson is an underrated shot-blocker. Nationally, he was overshadowed by Anthony Davis in that department. He averaged three blocks per game for the second straight season, as well as 13 points per game.

Henson must get stronger to become a complete low-post defender, but he'll also put up nice shot-blocking numbers in the NBA.

He is developing a nice 15-foot jump shot, but right now, his best attribute is his length and timing on defense.

11. New Orleans Hornets (from Minnesota): Perry Jones III, SF/PF, Baylor

If PJ3 shows effort and dedication, he'll be among the top two or three players in this draft. Because teams aren't sure about his motor, he'll probably be a late lottery pick.

12. Portland Trailblazers: Tyler Zeller, C, North Carolina

Zeller would be a solid pick to help shore up the center position for the Blazers. Hopefully they can keep him healthy, which has been a problem for the Blazers and their big men.

13. Phoenix Suns: Kendall Marshall, PG, North Carolina

Marshall is the best pure point guard in the draft. It seems only natural the Suns could look to him—assuming Steve Nash leaves in free agency, as I expect he will.

14. Utah Jazz: Terrance Ross, SF, Washington

If the Jazz add Ross and Lillard, they will have significantly upgraded the overall athleticism on the roster.

15. Houston Rockets (from New York): Meyers Leonard, C, Illinois

Leonard is a project in my opinion. He has legit size at 7'0" and athleticism, but he has a ways to go before he can be a productive NBA player.

16. New Jersey Nets (from Houston): Jared Sullinger, PF, Ohio State

When Sullinger is officially measured, the first big question about him will be answered. If he's under 6'9" in shoes, his stock will fall. If he's not, he could still be a top 10 pick despite less than stellar athleticism.

17. Denver Nuggets: Terrance Jones, SF/PF, Kentucky

Terrance Jones reminds me of Al Harrington, and that style obviously fits well in Denver. Harrington has been a solid player there for the past two seasons. 

18. Philadelphia 76ers: Moe Harkless, PF, St, John's

Harkless is a player that could vault up the draft board. He is 6'9", with long arms and an active body. He can score around the basket and he puts me in the mind of a smaller Shareef Abdur-Rahim.

19. Memphis Grizzlies: Doron Lamb, PG/SG, Kentucky

Lamb can flat out shoot the rock (46 percent from three-point range). At 6'3" with good handle, he can play either guard spot. I think he has a future as a valuable scorer off the bench.

20. Dallas Mavericks: Marquis Teague, PG, Kentucky

Whether the Mavs get Deron Williams or not, they could use a youthful backup point guard. Teague probably needed another year in school, but he has some tools.

21. Atlanta Hawks: Jeff Taylor, SF, Vanderbilt

Taylor is one of the best pure scorers in the draft. He has good range on his jump shot (42 percent from three-point range) and audacious hops. His age is a bit of a downside for teams, he'll be 23 when the season starts.

22. Boston Celtics: Dion Waiters, SG, Syracuse

Waiters is not the next Dwyane Wade as some have whispered, but he has a similar body type and skill set. He is what you would call a poor man's Wade, but considering how great Wade is that's not too bad.

23. Boston Celtics (from LA Clippers): Festus Ezeli, C, Vanderbilt

The C's need size badly. Ezeli has plenty of that at 7'0", 250 pounds, but he is a bit raw. He needs time to put his game together, but he has some upside.

24. Indiana Pacers: Arnett Moultrie, PF/C, Mississippi State

Moultrie reminds me of Taj Gibson. He works hard near the basket, he's a better than average athlete, who could be a solid defender with his length and effort.

Moultrie has the size and athleticism to defend the PF and C position, and that is an underrated commodity.

Because of this, I wouldn't be surprised to see him leap a bit on many draft boards.

25. Orlando Magic: Fab Melo, C, Syracuse

The Magic must prepare for whatever the Dwight Howard fallout is. Whether he leaves, is traded or stays, Melo is a solid pick.

26. Cleveland Cavaliers (from LA Lakers): John Jenkins, SG, Vanderbilt

Jenkins is the best pure three-point shooter in the draft in my opinion (44 percent from three-point range). He runs through screens and is deadly from distance. He could be a valuable bench player, and a nice complement to Kyrie Irving.

27. Golden State Warriors (from San Antonio): Evan Fournier, SG/SF, France

Fournier could be a solid backup for Klay Thompson, or starter at the SF position if Dorell Wright doesn't return.

28. Miami Heat: Furkan Aldemir, C, Turkey 

The Heat have to address their deficiencies in the middle. Aldemir has a reputation as a solid interior defender. At this stage of the draft it would make sense for Miami to go big.

29. Oklahoma City Thunder: Draymond Green, PF/SF, Michigan State

I'm not even a Thunder fan, but I'm excited about the prospects of adding Green to that roster. His character and all-around game could be a huge asset to the team.

30. Chicago Bulls: Tony Wroten, PG/SG, Washington

Wroten is very athletic and can play both guard spots, but he can't shoot a Skittle in the ocean at this point (16 percent from three-point range).

Shooting is definitely something he can work on, but it's the reason he'd still be on the board this late.