NCAA Tournament: Kemba, Jimmer and NBA Draft Prospects To Watch from 68 Schools
The 2011 NCAA tournament field of 68 is all set and each team will be looking to dance their way to the Final Four as the postseason of college basketball is about to commence.
While some players are locks for the first round of the 2011 NBA Draft—with some practically guaranteed to get selected in the lottery—there are those that need a strong showing during the tournament to get some recognition from scouts and GMs alike.
Not every school has a pro-ready prospect on their roster, but each team has a college player looking to stand out from the rest of the field as they fight for recognition.
Here are potential NBA Draft prospects from every school in the 2011 NCAA tournament.
Kwame Morgan II, Hampton (No. 16, West)
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Kwame Morgan comes in at 6’3”, 205 lbs. The junior guard from the Hampton Pirates doesn’t get much attention, but he has turned in a solid year.
Morgan is putting up 16.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.5 steals a game.
The main detractor from his game is his awful 37.4 shooting percentage.
John Holland, Boston University (No. 16, Southwest)
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John Holland, a senior at Boston University, is easily the team's best player.
A 6'5", 205-lb guard-forward hybrid, he leads the way for Boston as they hope to upset the massively favored Kansas Jayhawks.
For the season, he averaged 19.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 steals. While he led the team in scoring, he shot a rather inefficient 38.7 percent from the field.
Matt Dickey, North Carolina-Asheville (No. 16, Southeast)
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In his third year at North Carolina-Asheville, Matt Dickey has been solid, if unspectacular, during his tenure with the Bulldogs.
He’s putting up 15.3 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.9 steals during his junior campaign.
Dickey doesn’t have many pro prospects, but lesser players have found themselves on NBA rosters.
Solomon Bozeman, Arkansas Little-Rock (No. 16, Southeast)
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Solomon Bozeman, the 6’0” point guard out of Arkansas-Little Rock, originally started his college career with USF. However, he transferred over to Arkansas-Little Rock, where he has seen a spike in playing time.
This year, Bozeman is averaging 16.5 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.7 assists.
He doesn’t stand out in any one area and his unimpressive point guard skills will likely keep him from being drafted.
Tramaine Butler, Alabama State (No. 16, East)
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Tramaine Butler leads the way for the Hornets. This 6'2", 180-lb guard will be tasked with taking down Texas-San Antonio.
With a deep rotation at Alabama State, Butler doesn't break the 30 minutes per game barrier, but he still leads the team at 26.
While Butler is second on the team in scoring, he's not really efficient in doing so, but he's arguably the top draft prospect of all the players on the team.
Technically, that isn't saying much, since his chances of getting drafted are near non-existent. However, a tournament run could change all that.
Devin Gibson, Texas-San Antonio (No. 16, East)
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A rather diminutive guard, standing at 6'0", 170 lbs, Devin Gibson is Texas-San Antonio's leader.
Gibson has been rather inconsistent in his first three seasons. However, in his senior season he has exploded with improvements across the board.
For the year, Gibson is averaging 17 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.6 assists and 2.7 steals. Everything but the steals are career highs.
His pro prospects come into question, but he has a chance to get drafted in the second round. His play in the opening round against Alabama State could make or break his future.
Devon Beitzel, Northern Colorado (No. 15, West)
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Devon Beitzel has really taken a major leap in his fourth-eligible season with the Northern Colorado Bears. He has increased his scoring in each season, with the largest increase coming in his senior year.
On the season, Beitzel averaged 21.4 points—which more than doubled the next highest scorer on the team—3.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.5 steals.
However, as a 6'1" guard with little-to-no point guard abilities, his ceiling in the NBA is severely limited.
Nikola Cvetinovic, Akron Zips (No. 15, Southwest)
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Nikola Cvetinovic is a virtual unknown and he doesn't stand to have much of a chance to get drafted in the 2011 NBA Draft, but stranger things have happened.
Cvetinovic stands at 6'8", 230 lbs, and the third-year forward leads the Akron Zips with 11.9 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
Orlando Johnson, UC Santa Barbara (No. 15, Southeast)
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Orlando Johnson, a junior for the Guachos, leads or nears the top in all the important statistical categories for his team.
Johnson's 21.1 points is first on the team by nearly five points, his 6.3 rebounds also leads the team. His 3.0 assists is second on the squad and his 1.2 steals is third.
While he is fairly versatile, his pro prospects aren't so great. If he manages to get drafted, expect it to happen late in the second round.
Julian Boyd, Long Island (No. 15, East)
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Julian Boyd of the Long Island Blackbirds is tied for first in scoring this season at 12.9 points per game. He leads the team with 8.8 rebounds.
Only in his second season, Boyd has improved in his sophomore campaign and will likely stick around until his senior year.
Mike Muscala, Bucknell (No. 14, West)
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Mike Muscala, the 6’11”, 232-lb forward-center hybrid out of Bucknell, has had a solid sophomore season.
This season, Muscala is averaging 14.9 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 2.0 blocks.
Chances are that he’ll return for another year, but should he declare, he has a chance to be drafted.
Ryan Bacon, Saint Peter's College (No. 14, Southwest)
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St. Peter’s College doesn’t really have any standout players, but instead it gets solid contributions from four of starters, who all score in double digits.
Of the group, Ryan Bacon stands out the most. His 10.0-point scoring average is just 2.8 shy of the team leader, but he also chips in 7.5 rebounds, 1.1 steals and 2.1 blocks.
Noah Dahlman, Wofford (No. 14, Southeast)
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Noah Dahlman of the Wofford Terriors is having a fantastic senior year.
The 6’6” forward is averaging 20 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.2 assists. His 61.2-percent shooting from the floor is absurd for a wing player.
Dahlman isn’t getting much attention when it comes to draft talk, but outstanding tournament play could change all of that.
Jake Odum, Indiana State (No. 14, East)
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Jake Odum, the 6’4”, 170-lb guard from Indiana State, doesn’t exactly blow people away with his statistics, but he has a solid all-around game.
Odum is putting up 9.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.8 steals in his rookie season.
He was an All-Defensive selection, which boosts his stock even more and puts him on this list over his fellow teammates.
Keith Benson, Oakland (No. 13, West)
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Keith Benson, the 6’11”, 230-lb center, has exploded in his final two seasons at Oakland.
For the year, Benson is averaging 18.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 3.6 blocks.
He has a fairly polished offensive game with great athleticism and an excellent wingspan. Couple that with his strong rebounding and great shot-blocking, and Benson has a bright future in the NBA.
Benson will likely find himself being picked late in the first round or early in the second.
Kenneth Faried, Morehead State (No. 13, Southwest)
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Kenneth Faried is by far Morehead State's most talented player and he has first-round draft potential—albeit likely to be late in the first round.
Standing at 6'8", 225 lbs, Faried sees time at both the 4 and the 5. While he's undersized for his position, he's one of the most dominant interior players in college basketball.
Faried averaged 17.6 points, 14.5 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 2.4 blocks this season—all of which lead the team.
Faried still needs to add a lot of polish to his offensive game, but he's efficient, athletic and has strong defensive instincts.
Mick Hedgepeth, Belmont (No. 13, Southeast)
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Mick Hedgepeth may be second in scoring for the Belmont Bruins, but his 6’9”, 235-lb frame makes him much more enticing at the next level.
His season averages of 10.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.2 steals-plus-blocks aren’t all that impressive, but you can’t teach size.
Hedgepeth’s chances of being drafted are extremely slim, and he will probably return for his senior year.
Kareem Maddox, Princeton (No. 13, East)
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Kareem Maddox doesn’t really stand out so much, but he’s solid player with a relatively versatile skill set.
Maddox is averaging 13.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.8 blocks in his senior season.
His prospects at the next level aren’t really all that great, but as the feature player on Princeton, he’ll be the player to watch.
Will Barton, Memphis (No. 12, West)
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In his freshman season with the Memphis Tigers, Will Barton is having a solid year.
The 6’6” guard-forward is averaging 12.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.5 steals.
Chances are that he won’t be a one-and-done and will return for at least one more season, but he’s easily the best pro prospect on the roster with the best chance of being drafted.
Justin Harper, Richmond (No. 12, Southwest)
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In his fourth and final season at Richmond, Justin Harper has seen a massive boost in production.
For the year, Harper is putting up 17.9 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.0 steals-plus-blocks.
Harper is a 6’10” combo-forward with great length and deep NBA range.
He’s a fringe first-round talent that will likely find himself on an NBA roster at some point next season due to his size. However, his lack of a true, defined position will be a red flag for scouts during the draft.
Tai Wesley, Utah State (No. 12, Southeast)
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Playing in his senior year at Utah State, Tai Wesley is having the best season of his college career.
Wesley is leading the Aggies, as he puts up 14.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.9 steals-plus-blocks.
Of all the players on the roster, he’s the only one who stands a chance of finding himself on a pro roster.
Jerai Grant, Clemson (No. 12, East)
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In his fourth season with Clemson, Jerai Grant is enjoying the finest season of his college career.
Grant is putting up 12.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game.
Only 6’8”, 230 lbs, Grant will be limited at the next level by his smaller frame, as he’s expected to play the 4.
Cameron Moore, UAB (No. 12, East)
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Cameron Moore may be second in scoring on UAB, but he has the higher ceiling of the team’s two best players. Moore’s 6’10”, 230-lb frame makes him much more desirable than the 6’5” Jamarr Sanders.
Averaging 14.3 points, 9.4 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in his third season, Moore is making the most of the boost in playing time afforded to him.
He showed his toughness by battling back from a broken hand, a trait that is not easily overlooked when it comes to the pro level.
Marcus Denmon, Missouri (No. 11, West)
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Marcus Denmon is having a solid junior campaign, averaging 17.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.8 steals.
A 6’3” guard, Denmon doesn’t have strong point guard skills, which lowers his stock considerably.
Jamie Skeen, VCU (No. 11, Southwest)
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Jamie Skeen spent his first two seasons at Wake Forest, but transferred to VCU for the 2009-10 season after sitting out all of the 2008-09 season.
Skeen has seen a drastic spike in production in his fourth season, averaging 15.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 blocks.
Standing at 6’9”, 240 lbs, Skeen’s size makes him much more desirable in the NBA.
Nikola Vucevic, USC (No. 11, Southwest)
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Nikola Vucevic is the son of Borislav Vucevic, a former European pro basketball player.
Vucevic stands at 6’10”, 240 lbs, which immediately boosts his stock for the draft.
A junior at USC, Vucevic is undecided on whether or not he’ll declare. He isn’t getting a lot of attention, but he’s putting up great numbers with 17.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 blocks.
Vucevic is a solid rebounder with good range on his jump shot, which makes him all the more enticing to teams that like to have stretch big men.
Elias Harris, Gonzaga (No. 11, Southeast)
27 of 68Elias Harris is an incredible athlete with a solid frame that should translate well to the pro level.
His minutes and numbers have dipped a bit in his second season, but he’s still putting up a respectable 12.1 points and 5.9 rebounds.
Should he declare after the tournament, Harris will likely be drafted. Which round that might be in is still a bit of a mystery. He’ll have to play small forward in the NBA and he will need to improve his weak jump shot.
Harris would probably be better off staying another year at Gonzaga to improve his stock, but a strong tournament showing could do the same for him.
Jimmy Butler, Marquette (No. 11, East)
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Jimmy Butler leads Marqutte in scoring with 16 points while chipping in 6.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.4 steals.
Arguably the team’s best player, the senior will need an amazing tournament to get strong consideration for the draft.
Talor Battle, Penn State (No. 10, West)
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Talor Battle has been steady, if unspectacular, in his four seasons at Penn State.
As a 6'0", 170-lb guard with questionable point-guard abilities, his future in the NBA isn't exactly great.
Regardless, he's had a strong college career and he's saved his best for last. Battle is averaging 20.1 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.9 assists in his senior year.
Chris Singleton, Florida State (No. 10, Southwest)
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Chris Singleton is easily the best defensive player in college basketball.
A 6'9", 225-lb forward, he can play and guard multiple positions.
Singleton's offensive game is really raw and his poor playmaking abilities and footwork will restrict him to playing in the frontcourt, rather than along the wing. But his ability to be a game changer on the defensive side of the ball make him an intriguing prospect, especially for a contender looking for a lock-down defender.
He leads the team with 13.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.1 steals and 1.6 blocks.
Kalin Lucas, Michigan State (No. 10, Southeast)
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In his senior year at Michigan State, Kalin Lucas has taken a fairly significant leap in production.
This year, Lucas is averaging 17.2 points, 2.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists. They aren't jaw-dropping numbers, but he manages to get the job done as the unquestioned leader of the Spartans.
Lucas is composed with a winning attitude and he shows great leadership qualities.
However, with undeveloped point guard abilities for a 6'0" guard, mediocre range on his jump shot and average athleticism, his ceiling is somewhat limited at the next level.
Trey Thompkins, Georgia (No. 10, East)
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Georgia has two outstanding potential prospects in Trey Thompkins and Travis Leslie. Of the two, I believe Leslie has a higher ceiling, but Thompkins is more polished right now.
Thompkins leads the Bulldogs with 16.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.7 blocks.
Standing at 6'10", Thompkins is a finesse big man with a high basketball IQ. His shooting ability coupled with his low-post scoring prowess make him a dangerous threat on offense.
Tobias Harris, Tennessee (No. 9, West)
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Tobias Harris has put together an impressive rookie season with the Tennessee Volunteers.
Harris is averaging 15.2 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists.
Should he decide to declare for the 2011 NBA Draft, he has a good chance of being drafted. While he'll probably be selected late in the first round, he shows promise as a 6'8" swing man.
Demetri McCamey, Illinois (No. 9, Southwest)
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Demetri McCamey leads the way for the Illinois Fighting Illini. As the team's point guard, he'll be depended upon to set the tone for the team.
While his numbers have taken a slight hit since his junior campaign, McCamey is still putting up an impressive 14.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.0 steals.
McCamey isn't considered a lock for the 2011 NBA Draft, but a strong tourney run could push him into consideration for the second round. However, his ceiling appears to be set as a role player.
Frank Hassell, Old Dominion (No. 9, Southeast)
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Frank Hassell, in his fifth year with Old Dominion, has taken a considerable leap this season.
For the year, Hassell is averaging 15.0 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.2 assits and 2.1 steals-plus-blocks.
As a 6'9", 255-lb forward, Hassell has the body type to play in the NBA. Whether he gets drafted or not is a bit of a mystery at this juncture.
Corey Fisher, Villanova (No. 9, East)
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Corey Fisher is the Villanova Wildcats' floor general.
Measuring up at 6'1", 185 lbs, Fisher isn't an elite athlete, but he is quick and strong enough to play at the next level.
For the year, he averaged 15.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.5 steals.
Fisher is a fierce competitor with a lot of creative flair. If he ends up getting drafted, it will likely be late in the second round.
Darius Morris, Michigan (No. 8, West)
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Darius Morris has the potential to play in the NBA.
A 6'4", 190-lb point guard, his height gives him a significant advantage.
For the season, Morris is averaging 15.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, 6.7 assists and 1.0 steals.
Morris could probably use another season or two at Michigan, but he has the physical tools and abilities to play at the next level.
Tre'Von Willis, UNLV (No. 8, Southwest)
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After a strong junior campaign, Tre'Von Willis has taken a step backward in his senior season.
Willis is averaging 13.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.6 steals.
The 6'4", 195-lb guard was an all-conference tournament selection, which should boost his stock. However, he'll need a strong tournament showing to get strong consideration.
Matt Howard, Butler (No. 8, Southeast)
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Matt Howard, the senior power forward out of Butler, faces an uphill battle to be selected in the 2011 NBA Draft.
While he's putting up an impressive 16.7 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.8 steals-plus-blocks, his small 6'8" frame makes him more of a 'tweener. He doesn't have the body type to play at the next level, nor the athleticism and strength to compete against bigger power forwards.
Cam Long, George Mason (No. 8, East)
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Cam Long is George Mason's lead man. He'll be tasked with leading the Patriots over Villanova.
This season, Long is averaging 15.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.4 steals. He was first on the team in scoring, third in rebounds, second in assists and first in steals.
A senior, Long has steadily improved each season while at George Mason. However, he doesn't offer much upside and his chances of being drafted are slim.
Lavoy Allen, Temple (No. 7, West)
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Lavoy Allen, the 6'9", 225-lb senior from Temple, has been sound throughout his four-year tenure at Temple.
After averaging a double-double last season, Allen's numbers this season more or less mirror his efforts from last year. He's putting up solid averages of 11.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.8 blocks.
Allen doesn't really blow you away in any one area, nor does he have the body type to bang down low with bigger forwards and centers, but he has the potential to be a role player in the NBA. His chances aren't great, but I wouldn't rule them out either.
Khris Middleton, Texas A&M (No. 7, Southwest)
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Khris Middleton leads the way for the Texas A&M Aggies with 14.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.1 steals.
The second-year forward has the prototypical build of a wing player standing at 6'7", 215 lbs.
While Middleton took a considerable leap from his rookie-to-sophomore seasons, he could use a bit more polish. Another year to improve his game with a similar leap into his junior year could do wonders for his stock if he opted to stay.
Tyler Honeycutt, UCLA (No. 7, Southeast)
43 of 68Tyler Honeycutt, the 6'8" sophomore out of UCLA, is a flexible wing with great athleticism.
He has solid defensive instincts with the length and athleticism to become a defensive stopper at the next level.
He's a solid scorer—albeit not the most efficient—but he could use some work on his jump shot and ball-handling skills.
Honeycutt is averaging 12.6 points, 7.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists.
Isaiah Thomas, Washington (No. 7, East)
44 of 68Isaiah Thomas did wonders for his stock when he drilled that game-winning jumper over Arizona.
The 5'9", 185-lb junior guard is enjoying the best season of his college career and he's primed for a big tournament showing.
Thomas is averaging 16.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 6.0 assists and 1.3 steals.
While he's undersized for the NBA, he can join a list of diminutive guards to carve out a place for themselves at the next level. Whether he declares after this season or next has yet to be seen.
Yancy Gates, Cincinnati (No. 6, West)
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In his third season with the Cincinnati Bearcats, Yancy Gates has been as consistent as they come, but he hasn't made any drastic improvements to his game.
Gates is putting up a solid 11.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.1 steals-plus-blocks.
With a 6'9", 265-lb frame, he may have a place for himself on an NBA team. However, he'll need another year at Cincinnati before scouts start to pay any serious attention to him.
Austin Freeman, Georgetown (No. 6, Southwest)
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Leading the way for the Georgetown Hoyas is guard Austin Freeman.
The 6'3", 235-lb guard is stocky and physical for a player of his size. While he's not the quickest player, he makes up for that with his strength.
He's averaging 17.9 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists in his junior year.
The problem for Freeman is his average athleticism, ball-handling and playmaking abilities.
While Freeman will likely get drafted at some point in the second round, he needs to work on his game to adapt to the NBA.
Dwight Hardy, St. John's (No. 6, Southeast)
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Dwight Hardy has had a solid senior campaign at St. John's. While he's in his senior season, he's only played for two seasons.
Hardy has made a noticeable leap in his second season playing for St. John's. He's putting up 18.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.3 steals.
Right now, his chances of being drafted look slim. Perhaps if he stayed another year, it could help his chances.
Tu Holloway, Xavier (No. 6, East)
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Tu Holloway is having a fantastic junior season at Xavier. He has made noticeable improvements to his game every year and he's playing lights out for his school.
Holloway is averaging 20.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 1.5 steals.
The 6'0", 185-lb guard still needs to work on his point guard abilities a bit, as evidenced by his poor assist-to-turnover ratio. But he could get consideration come draft time should he opt to leave school.
Derrick Williams, Arizona (No. 5, West)
49 of 68Derrick Williams may be an undersized power forward standing at 6'8", 241 lbs, but he has all the tools to be an impact player in the NBA.
He has a high basketball IQ and he has a multitude of offensive moves in his arsenal.
Williams had a strong freshman year and he's followed that up with an even better sophomore season. He's posting 19.1 points, 8.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.6 steals-plus-blocks.
Williams will need to work on his jumper and add some bulk to his frame, but he has a bright future in the NBA. There's even talk of him being selected with the No. 1 overall pick.
Jeff Taylor, Vanderbilt (No. 5, Southwest)
50 of 68Jeff Taylor measures up at 6'7", 225 lbs. He has the ideal frame of a swing man with his great wingspan.
In his third season, Taylor is putting up 15.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.7 steals-plus-blocks.
He has a solid mid-range jumper, but it is fairly inconsistent, like the rest of his play.
Taylor is extremely athletic and a strong defender, which will definitely get him consideration come draft time. He could go late in the first round or early in the second.
Jacob Pullen, Kansas State (No. 5, Southeast)
51 of 68Jacob Pullen is a 6'0", 194-lb combo-guard in his senior year at Kansas State.
Physically, he's not very athletic, but he manages to make up for that with his shooting abilities and great hands.
He's also strong at penetrating and drawing fouls.
Pullen is putting up 19.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.7 steals.
However, the problem with Pullen is that he isn't equipped to be a playmaker, averaging nearly as many turnovers as assists.
He'll probably get drafted, but it won't be until late in the second round.
Kevin Jones, West Virginia (No. 5, East)
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Kevin Jones is the second-leading scorer for West Virginia, putting up 13.1 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.2 assists.
A 6'8", 260-lb forward, Jones is massive for his size. He'll have trouble playing either the 3 or 4 in the NBA, which hurts his stock.
Chances are that Jones will return for his senior year to make a run at the draft. Right now, he's a long shot.
Tristan Thompson, Texas (No. 4, West)
53 of 68Tristan Thompson is an undersized forward coming in at 6'8", 225 lbs.
His 'tweener status will hurt when it comes to draft consideration, but he has a lot of potential.
In only his rookie season, Thompson is putting up 13.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.2 blocks.
Should he opt for the draft, Thompson could be selected in the mid-to-late first round.
Peyton Siva, Louisville (No. 4, Southwest)
54 of 68Peyton Siva may not be the leading scorer on the team, nor even its best player, but he has the most upside of all the prospects on the roster.
Siva's 10.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.0 steals doesn't blow anyone away, but he's putting up solid numbers in his second year.
An ultra-quick 5'11" point guard, Siva's chances of making it to the NBA are slim, but I wouldn't rule him out. He still has at least another year at Louisville to prove himself.
Jon Leuer, Wisconsin (No. 4, Southeast)
55 of 68Jon Leuer is having a fantastic senior year with Wisconsin.
He's averaging 18.6 points, 7.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists.
The 6'10", 228-lb power forward could stand to put on some weight, but he has the ideal size to play in the NBA. However, he needs to pack on some more muscle and strengthen himself up to play in the post.
Leuer has a great jump shot and he can put the ball on the floor to cause matchup problems.
While he's not very athletic or strong, he should find himself being drafted late in the first round or early in the second.
Terrence Jones, Kentucy University (No. 4, East)
56 of 68Kentucky has two potential lottery-pick prospects in Terrence Jones and Brandon Knight that look like they're going to be one-and-done. If I were basing this off of John Calipari's resume, I would go with Knight, looking at all the amazing point guards that have come out of his system.
However, while both have a lot of upside, if I had to choose between the two, I would go with Jones.
Jones is a solid 6'8", 244-lb small forward. He's extremely versatile with the size to play the 3 or 4.
For the year, Jones is averaging 16.5 points, 8.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.9 blocks.
He has demonstrated strong playmaking abilities, and he's capable of breaking down defenses off the dribble or with his passing abilities.
Jones has advanced footwork and he's a creative scorer.
It looks like Calipari has recruited another phenomenal prospect with a bright future in the NBA.
Kemba Walker, Connecticut (No. 3, West)
57 of 68Kemba Walker's draft stock skyrocketed from his impressive showing from the Big East Tournament.
Standing at 6'1", Walker is an absolute scoring machine. He's averaging 23.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.9 steals.
While Walker is a 'tweener with no clearly-defined role in the NBA, he will most certainly be selected in the first round, and possibly even in the lottery.
He must develop his decision-making and playmaking abilities if he wants to make an impact aside from being a scorer, but he has the upside to be a special player in the NBA.
JaJuan Johnson, Purdue (No. 3, Southwest)
58 of 68JaJuan Johnson, the 6'10" power forward out of Purdue, has had a solid four-year career.
In his senior year, Johnson is averaging 20.5 points, 8.2 rebounds and 2.3 blocks.
He's a phenomenal athlete with a tremendous wingspan and great hops.
He needs to bulk up a bit if he expects to play the 4 in the NBA. Right now, he simply isn't strong enough to handle more physical forwards.
Johnson is projected as a mid-to-late first-round pick right now.
Jimmer Fredette, Brigham Young University (No. 3, Southeast)
59 of 68Jimmer Fredette has taken the nation by storm with his scoring barrages for BYU.
Fredette may not be very athletic, but he is a deadly shooter with a near unmatched scoring prowess.
He'll need to develop his playmaking abilities if he expects to carve out a significant role in the NBA, but he can come right off an NBA bench next season and provide near instant offense for a team.
This season, he's putting up 28.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 steals.
Fredette has put up over 42 points on four separate occasions this season, with his career high coming in at 52 points.
Jimmer-mania is at a fever pitch and he could find himself being selected with a top 10 pick.
Kris Joseph, Syracuse (No. 3, East)
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Joseph is your prototypical small forward. He is long with great athleticism and explosive hops.
However, he needs to work on his jump shot and ball-handling skills before he becomes a threat on offense.
He plays with a lot of energy, but doesn't have the greatest feel for the game.
While he is considered to be a work in progress, he has a high ceiling and could develop into an impact player in the NBA.
Kawhi Leonard, San Diego State (No. 2, West)
61 of 68Kawhi Leonard is an unbelievable athlete, which makes him enticing as a potential draft prospect.
The second-year sophomore is enjoying a fantastic season. He's averaging 15.4 points, 10.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.1 steals-plus-blocks.
He plays with a high energy level and he's an amazing rebounder.
While he has the frame of a small forward at the NBA level, his poor shooting abilities will become an issue. His mediocre ball-handling skills will also hinder his ability to get off shots.
Right now, Leonard is projected as a mid first-round pick.
Ben Hansbrough, Notre Dame (No. 2, Southwest)
62 of 68Ben Hansbrough transferred to Notre Dame after playing two seasons at Mississippi State.
Hansbrough was solid, but didn't stand out much in his first season with the Fighting Irish.
However, in his senior year, Hansbrough is putting up 18.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.3 steals.
Hansbrough will be looking to follow in the footsteps of his older brother Tyler and make his way into the NBA. Right now, he's projected anywhere from the second round to not being drafted at all. A strong tournament run could change all of that and push him into consideration for late in the first.
Chandler Parsons, Florida (No. 2, Southeast)
63 of 68Chandler Parsons, the 6'10" forward from Florida, has turned in a solid season for the Gators.
He's putting up 11.5 points, 7.8 rebounds and 3.5 assists.
Parsons is the SEC Player of the Year and he projects to be taken in the second round, if he gets drafted at all.
He's not very athletic and doesn't stand out in any one area, but has a well-rounded game that could land him on an NBA roster.
Harrison Barnes, North Carolina (No. 2, East)
64 of 68Harrison Barnes entered the 2010-11 season at the top of most if not all mock drafts.
He started the season slow, but he has really picked up his game in the past few weeks.
Barnes' stock has fluctuated throughout the season, but it is peaking after his 40-point outburst against Clemson.
Barnes is the archetypal small forward with an NBA-ready body. He's quick and extremely athletic, and he has a high basketball IQ. His jump shot is smooth and he has great range.
He's close to reclaiming his status as the consensus No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft.
Nolan Smith, Duke (No. 1, West)
65 of 68Nolan Smith has played a vital role for Duke this season. After Kyrie Irving went down, Smith stepped up his game to take on more of a leadership role.
Smith is fresh off an NCAA championship with Duke, with another one in sight this year.
He's putting up 21.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, 5.2 assists and 1.3 steals.
Smith is more of a combo-guard, capable of being a scorer with limited playmaking abilities.
While Smith is not a phenomenal athlete, his extremely high basketball IQ coupled with a good feel for the game make him one of the most pro-ready prospects in the draft.
He has improved dramatically since his freshman season, and the four years at Duke should have him well prepared for the NBA.
Marcus Morris, Kansas (No. 1, Southwest)
66 of 68Marcus Morris is the better Jayhawk of the two Morris brothers.
In his third year with Kansas, Morris is averaging 17.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.4 steals-plus-blocks.
Marcus is a matchup problem for other power forwards due to his ability to isolate opponents and put the ball on the floor or knock down the mid-range shot. He can even stretch out to the arc to knock down shots when called upon, which will be a great asset in the NBA.
The problem is that while he plays the power forward position, he's undersized and not strong enough to handle the bigger 4s of the NBA. If he can bulk up and improve his defense, then he has a bright future ahead.
Brad Wanamaker, Pittsburgh (No.1, Southeast)
67 of 68Brad Wanamaker isn't exactly first-round material and he projects late in the second round, but he's arguably Pittsburgh's best player.
The 6'4" combo-guard has had a solid year as Pittsburgh continues to overachieve.
Wanamaker is averaging 12 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.1 assists and 1.5 steals.
Jared Sullinger, Ohio State (No. 1, East)
68 of 68Jared Sullinger joins a long list of dominant big men to come out of Ohio State.
Sullinger's height has come into question recently, which hurts his draft stock. While he's listed at 6'9", there are those that believe that he barely tops the 6'7" mark.
Regardless, coming in at 280 lbs, Sullinger has an imposing frame.
The freshman is putting up 17.2 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.5 steals-plus-blocks.
Sullinger is a strong rebounder, but he has trouble on defense. His slow feet and size limitation is likely the culprit when it comes to defense.
Right now, Sullinger projects as a top five pick, with some putting him as No. 1 overall.
