2012 NBA Mock Draft: Ideal Moves for Every 1st-Round Team

Anthony Davis is hands-down the best player available in the 2012 NBA draft this June, and whoever lands the No. 1 overall pick in Wednesday's lottery will be on their way to building a championship contender around the 6'10" stud.

Michael Jordan's Charlotte Bobcats have the best odds to land the top pick, as the Bobcats have 25 percent of the ping pong balls.

But regardless of who wins the NBA draft lottery this May, June's draft will feature a number of NBA franchises looking to make the ideal move for their rosters.

Let's take an early journey through the first round to see who will go where. 

*2012 NBA draft order courtesy of NBA.com.

1. Charlotte Bobcats: Anthony Davis, Kentucky

Drafting Anthony Davis would be an ideal move for any NBA team, but for the Charlotte Bobcats, it may just be a franchise-saving selection. Charlotte won seven games all season long and set a new record for ineptness with their historically terrible winning percentage (.106).

2. Washington Wizards: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, Kentucky

The ideal move for the Washington Wizards is drafting a hard-working Kentucky guy in Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. No one attacks the rim more fearlessly than him. 

3. Cleveland Cavaliers: Bradley Beal, Florida 

Imagine a backcourt with Rookie of the Year Kyrie Irving and Florida's Bradley Beal. Beal can flat-out stroke it from deep and is a physical specimen as well. 

4. New Orleans Hornets: Thomas Robinson, Kansas

Although the loss of Chris Paul has left New Orleans with a hole to fill at point guard, there aren't any Top 5-worthy floor generals in this year's draft class. That being said, the Hornets would likely take the best player on the board, Kansas' Thomas Robinson. 

5. Sacramento Kings: Jared Sullinger, Ohio State

The Kings already have a true center in DeMarcus Cousins, so why not grab a true power forward in Jared Sullinger? Sullinger's offensive moves on the block are exceptional and rare these days. Sacramento could build around a solid front court with Sullinger at No. 5. 

6. Portland Trail Blazers (via Brooklyn Nets): Andre Drummond, Connecticut

Greg Oden has been a colossal flop to this point. Andre Drummond is a can't-miss pick for the Blazers at No. 6. 

7. Golden State Warriors: Perry Jones III, Baylor

Although there are many questions about PJ3, he has the potential to become a matchup nightmare. 

8. Toronto Raptors: Harrison Barnes, North Carolina

UNC's Harrison Barnes can disappear far too often, but he has top-10 talent nonetheless.

9. Detroit Pistons: Arnett Moultrie, Mississippi State

Arnett Moultrie can give the Pistons a lift on the glass and inside. Center Greg Monroe could certainly use the help.

10. New Orleans Hornets (via Minnesota Timberwolves): Kendall Marshall, North Carolina

No. 10 is not too early to draft a point guard if you're the New Orleans Hornets. Taking Kansas' Thomas Robinson at No. 4 and then picking up a pure passer in Kendall Marshall would be an ideal 2012 first round draft for the Hornets. 

11. Portland Trail Blazers: Austin Rivers, Duke

Since Brandon Roy is retired, the Portland Trail Blazers could use an offensive playmaker in the backcourt. Austin Rivers has some learning to do, but the talent is there. 

12. Milwaukee Bucks: Tyler Zeller, North Carolina

A seven-footer who can run the floor is invaluable in the game of basketball.

13. Phoenix Suns: Damian Lillard, Weber State

Expect the Suns to prepare for life without Steve Nash by taking a point guard in the first round. Weber State's Damian Lillard is the ideal move for a rebuilding franchise. 

14. Houston Rockets: Jeremy Lamb, Connecticut

Jeremy Lamb would give the Rockets a lengthy defender to help shut down superstars night in and night out. Lamb's offense isn't hateful either. 

15. Philadelphia 76ers: John Henson, North Carolina

Elton Brand is getting older and if Philly wants to continue to challenge for the East crown in the future, it needs to establish a solid frontcourt rotation to match its excellent backcourt cast. 

16. Houston Rockets (via New York Knicks): Terrence Jones, Kentucky

Terrence Jones has a game very similar to that of Lamar Odom. The Kentucky forward can drive, shoot and overpower defenders when necessary. Jones would be an ideal pick for the young Rockets. 

17. Dallas Mavericks: Terrence Ross, Washington

Clearly the Dallas Mavericks need to get younger after being swept out of the playoffs by the energetic Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round. Washington's Terrence Ross is a 6'6" shooting guard with a vast skill set. 

18. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Utah Jazz): Quincy Miller, Baylor

What's not to like about a 6'9" small forward who can play multiple positions? 

19. Orlando Magic: Meyers Leonard, Illinois

With the impending loss of Dwight Howard looming over Orlando, the Magic should make the ideal move to acquire size in Illinois' Meyers Leonard. The seven-footer can defend well and has the potential to develop a dependable offensive game. Sort of sounds like Dwight Howard. 

20. Denver Nuggets: Dion Waiters, Syracuse

Dion Waiters would be a superb fit with the Denver Nuggets' high-flying bunch. 

21. Boston Celtics: Andrew Nicholson, St. Bonaventure

The Celtics are a veteran-laden group and could benefit from adding a four-year college player in St. Bonaventure power forward Andrew Nicholson. He has game similar to that of Brandon Bass. 

22. Boston Celtics (via Los Angeles Clippers): Royce White, Iowa State

If there is a coach in the league that can keep Royce White focused and motivated, it's Doc Rivers. 

23. Atlanta Hawks: Doron Lamb, Kentucky

Doron Lamb can bring some outside accuracy to an Atlanta Hawks team that struggles to shoot the deep ball efficiently. 

24. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Los Angeles Lakers): Moe Harkless, St. John's

NBA scouts and GMs love explosion and athleticism. St. John's forward Moe Harkless has both. 

25. Memphis Grizzlies: Tony Wroten Jr., Washington

Washington's Tony Wroten Jr. can provide a change of pace at the point for Memphis. He has incredible court vision and would help add flow to the Grizzlies second-unit offense when it gets stagnant. 

26. Indiana Pacers: Orlando Johnson, UC Santa Barbara

One of the most lethal scorers in college basketball, Orlando Johnson can bring some offense to a team lacking it. Indiana features a number of great role players, but few capable of creating their own shot and preventing offensive droughts. 

27. Miami Heat: Fab Melo, Syracuse

The failures of Joel Anthony may lead the Miami Heat to draft a better rim protector. Syracuse's Fab Melo can finish almost anything around the basket and swat shots with the best of them. 

28. Oklahoma City Thunder: Draymond Green, Michigan State

The Oklahoma City Thunder may rely on one of their three superstars on a given night, but that's the case when you build a roster full of pure basketball players. Michigan State's Draymond Green is a unique talent and an all-around gifted basketball player. 

29. Chicago Bulls: John Jenkins, Vanderbilt

Chicago has done its best to surround Derrick Rose with knock-down shooters like Kyle Korver and John Lucas. Vanderbilt's John Jenkins has a super-quick release and awesome range. 

30. Golden State Warriors (via San Antonio Spurs): Scott Machado, Iona

As a former NBA point guard, Golden State head coach Mark Jackson would most likely prefer to have a true PG running his offense. Iona's Scott Machado averaged nearly 10 assists per game last season, and is an excellent three-point shooter. 

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