NBA Mock Draft 2011: Duke's Kyrie Irving and the Rest of the NBA First Round

Now that the regular season is winding down and the madness has begun to take place, that means only one thing: IT'S TIME TO MOCK DRAFT!

In this year's draft class, there are one-and-dones, international studs and experienced seniors enjoying their last tourney run. In the first half of the season, some believed that this is a weak draft class. But as the season went on, players around the country have elevated their game—and their draft stock.

This is the time of year (tournament time) unknown entities become household names and we get our first good glimpse at guys that can be suiting up for our teams next year.

Here is the entire first round of the 2011 NBA Draft.

*Subject to change by NBA lottery and NBA playoffs; order reflects current NBA standings

*All stats provided by ESPN.com

*All personal player information courtesy of http://www.mynbadraft.com/2011-nba-draft-prospects/

30. San Antonio Spurs: Bojan Bogdanovic

Ht/Wt: 6'7" / 215 lbs

Position: SG/SF

Team: Cibona

Class: International

The Spurs always seem to have luck when it comes to foreign players. The 21-year-old has the most experience out of this international pool. 

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
19.3	4.1	2.7	.535	.4

29. Boston Celtics: Marshon Brooks

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NEW YORK - MARCH 09: Marshon Brooks #2 of the Providence Friars looks on after a play against the Seton Hall Pirates during the first round game of the Big East Basketball Tournament at Madison Square Garden on March 9, 2010 in New York, New York. (Phot

Ht/Wt: 6'5" / 190 lbs

Position: SG

Team: Providence

Class: Senior

The second-leading scorer in the country, Brooks helps build towards the core of him and Green in the future.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
24.8	7.2	2.5	.486	1.3

28. Dallas Mavericks: Kendall Marshall

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GREENSBORO, NC - DECEMBER 18: Kendall Marshall #5 of the North Carolina Tar Heels against the Texas Longhorns at Greensboro Coliseum on December 18, 2010 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'3" / 186 lbs

Position: PG

Team: North Carolina

Class: Freshman

Since he took over the starting job for Larry Drew on January 18th, UNC has posted a 12-1 record. The Mavericks can draft their heir to the Kidd point-guard thrown. It's a dream for all parties.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
5.9	1.8	5.6	.465	0

27. Chicago Bulls: Rick Jackson

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WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 26: Rick Jackson #00 of the Syracuse Orange goes after a loose ball against Julian Vaughn #22 of the Georgetown Hoyas on February 26, 2011 at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC The Orange 58-51. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Get

Ht/Wt: 6'9" / 240 lbs

Position: PF/C

Team: Syracuse

Class: Senior

Four tough Big East seasons go a long way. Jackson took over all of the rebounding responsibilities this year with no other formidable Syracuse presence down low. He does not need the ball, and can play tough minutes. His greatest weakness is that his field-goal percentage is greater than his free-throw percentage.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
13.1	10.7	2.3	.595	2.5

26. New Jersey Nets (from Los Angeles): Alec Burks

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KANSAS CITY, MO - MARCH 10: Alec Burks #10 of the Colorado Buffaloes moves the ball against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the first half during the first round game of the 2010 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men's Basketball Tournament at the Sprint Center on March

Ht/Wt: 6'6" / 191 lbs

Position: SG/SF

Team: Colorado

Class: Sophomore

Burks has had big games against quality opponents (33 and 10 vs. Texas). The Nets need a big wing player with scoring and rebounding ability that can stretch the floor. He works...if Deron Williams says so.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
19.5	6.2	2.6	.449	0.3

25. Chicago Bulls (from Toronto Via Miami): Tobias Harris

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NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 26: Tobias Harris #12 of the Tennessee Volunteers drives to the basket against against Corey Stokes #24 of the Villanova Wildcats during the Championship game at Madison Square Garden on November 26, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by

Ht/Wt: 6'8" / 210 lbs

Position: SF

Team: Tennessee

Class: Freshman

Harris is a young athletic swingman that the Bulls can bring in to back up Deng.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
14.7	7.5	1.4	.449	0.9

24. Oklahoma City: Nolan Smith

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CHAPEL HILL, NC - MARCH 05: Nolan Smith #2 of the Duke Blue Devils watches on against the North Carolina Tar Heels during their game at the Dean E. Smith Center on March 5, 2011 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'3" / 185 lbs

Position: PG/SG

Team: Duke

Class: Senior

One of the leading candidates for Player of the Year, Smith would fit nicely in OKC. He could play either guard position, and can create his own shot. With such a young yet competitive team, management should pursue players that are both experienced and can fit roles well.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
21.6	4.8	5.2	.470	0.1

23. Phoenix Suns (from Orlando Magic): Jordan Williams

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COLLEGE PARK, MD - FEBRUARY 23: Jordan Williams #20 of the Maryland Terrapins celebrates against the Florida State Seminoles at the Comast Center on February 23, 2011 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'10" / 260 lbs

Position: PF/C

Team: Maryland

Class: Sophomore

The Suns get the third-leading rebounder in the country and a physically imposing figure. He may not be leaving College Park yet, but he is making noise in the ACC and improving each year.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
16.9	11.6	0.5	.541	1.3

22. Denver Nuggets: Tristan Thompson

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GREENSBORO, NC - DECEMBER 18: Tristan Thompson #13 of the Texas Longhorns against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Greensboro Coliseum on December 18, 2010 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'8" / 233 lbs

Position: PF

Team: Texas

Class: Freshman

Thompson needs to have a good tournament in order to keep himself in the first round. The Nuggets will need to replace Kenyon Martin, who will most likely not be back. He is raw, but Denver is a well-coached veteran team.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
13.5	7.7	1.3	.540	2.3

21. Charlotte Bobcats (from Portland Via New Orleans): JaJuan Johnson

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CHAMPAIGN, IL - FEBRUARY 13: JaJuan Johnson #25 of the Purdue Boilermakers takes a shot against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Assembly Hall on February 13, 2011 in Champaign, Illinois. Purdue defeated Illinois 81-70. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'10" / 215 lbs

Position: PF/C

Team: Purdue

Class: Senior

This high flying senior is what the Bobcats need—youth, energy and the ability and desire to attack the rim.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
20.5	8.1	1	.497	2.4

20. Washinton Wizards (from Atlanta Hawks): Markieff Morris

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LAWRENCE, KS - MARCH 02: Markieff Morris #21 of the Kansas Jayhawks shoots during the game against the Texas A&M Aggies on March 2, 2011 at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'9" / 230 lbs

Position: PF

Team: Kansas

Class: Junior

In addition to getting more wing scoring, the Wizards need better inside play. Morris needs to be more consistent, but the talent and experience are there.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
13.5	8.3	1.5	.598	1.2

19. Portland Trailblazers: Brandon Knight

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LEXINGTON, KY - MARCH 01: Brandon Knight #12 of the Kentucky Wildcats shoots the ball during the SEC game against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena on March 1, 2011 in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 68-66. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'4" / 185 lbs

Position: PG

Team: Kentucky

Class: Freshman

Knight is a big-time point guard and is getting better every day. The Trailblazers will need a new point guard and they will be more than happy to roll out the red carpet for this guy.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
17.7	4	4	.449	0.3

18. Memphis Grizzlies: Kenneth Faried

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DAYTON, OH - MARCH 20: Kenneth Faried #35 of the Morehead State Eagles drives to the hoop against the Louisville Cardinals during the first round of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament at the University of Dayton Arena on March 20, 2009 in Day

Ht/Wt: 6'8" / 215 lbs

Position: PF

Team: Morehead State

Class: Senior

If and when the Grizzlies let Zach Randolph walk, there will be a huge rebounding void. Faried has made his living on the boards in his four years at Morehead State. He would be a nice value pick for a team that might lose their best rebounder.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
17.6	14.5	1.1	.644	2.4

17. New York Knicks: Josh Selby

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LAWRENCE, KS - JANUARY 22: Josh Selby #32 of the Kansas Jayhawks walks off the court during a timeout during the game against the Texas Longhorns on January 22, 2011 at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'1" / 180 lbs

Position: SG

Team: Kansas

Class: Freshman

Selby could not play the first nine games of the season for taking improper benefits. This should not deter the Knicks from selecting this young point guard, who can learn from Billups and take his time in the Knicks' system.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
9.6	2.4	2.7	.387	0.1

16. Philadelphia 76ers: Jan Vesley

Ht/Wt: 6'11" / 240 lbs

Position: SF/PF

Team: Belgrade

Class: International

Vesely is only 20 years old and has yet to play any real competition. That being said, he works great in transition and has great leaping abilities. The 76ers need more athletic bigs; Vesely fits the bill.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
9.2	3.4	1.1	.510	0.8

15. Indiana Pacers: Marcus Morris

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LAWRENCE, KS - FEBRUARY 21: Marcus Morris #22 of the Kansas Jayhawks shoots during the game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys on February 21, 2011 at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'9" / 225 lbs

Position: PF

Team: Kansas

Class: Junior

The Pacers need big men. He has size, toughness and works well under the basket. Sounds like a match.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
17.3	7	1.5	.597	0.6

14. Phoenix Suns: Jordan Hamilton

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GREENSBORO, NC - DECEMBER 18: Jordan Hamilton #3 of the Texas Longhorns against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Greensboro Coliseum on December 18, 2010 in Greensboro, North Carolina. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'7" / 215 lbs

Position: SF

Team: Texas

Class: Sophomore

An explosive talent that will be the heir to the Vince Carter/Grant Hill experiment. He is versatile, quick and has played at the highest level against some of the nation's toughest competition.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
18.5	7.6	2.2	.437	0.6

13. Utah Jazz: Jimmer Fredette

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SAN DIEGO, CA - FEBRUARY 26: Jimmer Fredette #32 of the Brigham Young Cougars walks back to the bench against the San Diego State Aztecs during the second half at Cox Arena on February 26, 2011 in San Diego, California. BYU beat SDSU 80-67. (Photo by Ken

Ht/Wt: 6'2" / 195 lbs

Position: PG

Team: BYU

Class: Senior

One of the nation's most talked-about players, Fredette provides the Jazz with more shooting and experience. He fits into the Steph Curry mold of a guy that learned to create his own shot and can drain baskets from the moon. A BYU standout, he would fit nicely at home with the Utah Jazz.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
27.9	3.5	4.3	.455	0

12. Houston Rockets: Jonas Valanciunas

Ht/Wt: 6'10" / 230 lbs

Position: PF/C

Team: Lithuania

Class: International

The Rockets will now have to move on from the Yao Ming era. Valanciunas is big and talented, but very raw and untested. The Rockets will have to teach him to play the game, and wait for him to bulk up, before he will be ready for big minutes. 

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
7.6	5.4	0.2	.700	.6

11. Golden State Warrios: Kawhi Leonard

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LAS VEGAS, NV - FEBRUARY 12: Kawhi Leonard #15 of the San Diego State Aztecs passes the ball during a game against the UNLV Rebels at the Thomas & Mack Center February 12, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada. San Diego State won 63-57. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Gett

Ht/Wt: 6'7" / 225 lbs

Position: SF/PF

Team: San Diego St.

Class: Sophomore

Leonard is the type of player the Warriors like. He is fast, athletic and can shoot the ball well. His biggest impact on the team would be his rebounding. The Warriors have not been able to get a guy that really clicks with the offense that also rebounds the ball well. This may be their guy.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
15.2	10.8	2.6	.433	0.6

10. Charlotte Bobcats: Kemba Walker

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LOUISVILLE, KY - FEBRUARY 01: Kemba Walker #15 of the Connecticut Huskies dribbles during the Big East Conference game against the Louisville Cardinals on February 1, 2010 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'0" / 180 lbs

Position: PG

Team: UConn

Class: Junior

Walker has been one of the nation's best guards all season. He has the ability to take over games, while also distributing the basketball and making his teammates better. The Bobcats have been trying to improve their point-guard play all season, and Walker provides the best upgrade possible for a team that needs scoring.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
23.1	5.2	4.3	.426	0.2

9. Milwaukee Bucks: John Henson

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DURHAM, NC - FEBRUARY 09: John Henson #31 of the North Carolina Tar Heels against the Duke Blue Devils during their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium on February 9, 2011 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'10" / 200 lbs

Position: PF

Team: North Carolina

Class: Sophomore

Henson has had at least 10 rebounds in 10 out of his last 11 games. The Tar Heels have won the ACC title on the back of their young guys, and Henson's contributions have been key. The Bucks need rebounding; Bogut needs help on the boards and their other big men are prone to playing behind the three-point line. 

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
11.3	9.7	0.9	.514	3.1

8. Cleveland Cavaliers (from Los Angeles Clippers): Donatas Motiejunas

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - JULY 08: Donatas Motiejunas of Lithuania tries to get past Gordon Hayward of the United States defends during the U19 Basketball World Championships match between the United States and Lithuania at North Shore Events Centre on Jul

Ht/Wt: 7'0" / 224 lbs

Position: PF/C

Team: Lithuania

Class: International

Donatas Motiejunas is one of two 7'0'' centers from Lithuania in this year's draft. He can shoot the outside jumper and has displayed nice post moves. The Cavaliers need an inside presence to go with Hickson and potential first overall pick Irving.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
12.3	5.6	.7	.472	1.1

7. Detroit Pistons: Enes Kanter

Ht/Wt: 6'11" / 250 lbs

Position: PF/C

Team: N/A (Turkey)

Class: Freshman

Kanter was ruled ineligible to play for Kentucky this season. He was one of the most-highly recruited players in the country and despite not playing this season, has been considered a sure-fire lottery pick.

Some might be weary of the uncertainty of the pick, seeing that he has not played competitively in a while. But the Pistons need an inside presence and young blood to help rebuild.

6. Utah Jazz (from New Jersey): Terrence Jones

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LEXINGTON, KY - JANUARY 03: Terrence Jones #3 of the Kentucky Wildcats dunks the ball during the game against the Penn Quakers at Rupp Arena on January 3, 2011 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'8" / 225 lbs

Position: SF

Team: Kentucky

Class: Freshman

Another Kentucky super freshman. He is 6'8", can slash to the hoop and hit the outside jumper. The Jazz have big men and point guards, but no Carmelo Anthony-type scorer. They get their man with Jones.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
17.1	9.2	1.8	.447	1.9

5. Toronto Raptors: Jared Sullinger

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COLUMBUS, OH - MARCH 06: Jared Sullinger #0 of the Ohio State Buckeyes reacts after a first half dunk while playing the Wisconsin Badgers on March 6, 2011 at the Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'8" / 250 lbs

Position: PF

Team: Ohio State

Class: Freshman

The biggest hole for the Toronto Raptors is toughness inside. Amir Johnson (and his contract), Ed Davis and Reggie Evans (when healthy) make up a nice platoon. But when you can put the skill sets off all three into one player, you cannot pass it up. Sullinger is this package. His only downside is his lack of height for the position he will be playing in the pros.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
17.3	9.7	1.2	.557	0.5

4. Washington Wizards: Derrick Williams

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LAS VEGAS - NOVEMBER 26: Derrick Williams #23 of the Arizona Wildcats drives in front of Marc Trasolini #15 of the Santa Clara Broncos during the third round of the Las Vegas Invitational at The Orleans Arena November 26, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Pho

Ht/Wt: 6'7" / 210 lbs

Position: SF

Team: Arizona

Class: Sophomore

He is one of the most exciting, explosive players in the country. He can get up with the best of them, and would be a nice toy for John Wall to play with for years to come. 

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
18.8	8.2	1.1	.612	0.7

3. Sacramento Kings: Perry Jones

Ht/Wt: 6'11" / 220 lbs

Position: PF

Team: Baylor

Class: Freshman

His team has been average in a very competitive Big XII conference, but Perry has shown he can play with the big guys. He has a Derrick Favors mold, and will probably jump for the NBA draft, despite some inconsistencies. 

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
13.9	7.2	1.2	.549	0.9

2. Minnesota Timberwolves: Harrison Barnes

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CHAPEL HILL, NC - FEBRUARY 27: Harrison Barnes #40 of the North Carolina Tar Heels reacts as his team defeats the Maryland Terrapins 87-76 at the Dean E. Smith Center on February 27, 2011 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Im

Ht/Wt: 6'8" / 210 lbs

Position: SG/SF

Team: North Carolina

Class: Freshman

Barnes has come on very strong for the Tar Heels in his last seven games (all wins). Since losing to Duke on February 9th, he has been one of UNC's best performers, as he has hit several game winners and showed NBA scouts that he is a legit scoring threat. The Timberwolves need good wing play to complement Love down low. 

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
14.1	5.6	1.4	.406	0.4

1. Cleveland Cavaliers: Kyrie Irving

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DURHAM, NC - DECEMBER 01: Kyrie Irving #1 of the Duke Blue Devils watches on during their game against the Michigan State Spartans at Cameron Indoor Stadium on December 1, 2010 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Ht/Wt: 6'1" / 172 lbs

Position: PG/SG

Team: Duke

Class: Freshman

Duke won all eight games he played in before going down with injury. He is a great talent, a great scorer and can get to the line. He is a game-changer and a player to build a franchise around.

PPG	RPG	APG	FG%	BPG
17.4	3.8	5.1	.532	0.6

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