Archive - 2012 - Article
June 24th
June 23rd
Team Needs: Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks
Needs: Backup PG, SF, Backup PF/C
Picks: 23, 43
June 22nd
June 21st
The Polarizing Andre Drummond
Andre DrummondEach year around draft time, there seems to be one prospect that shows all kinds of promise but elicits polarized responses from teams and analysts. This year, that prospect is Connecticut’s Andre Drummond.
June 20th
Team Needs: Central Division
Chicago Bulls
Needs: Backup PG, Backup SG/SF
Picks: 29
Boom or Bust Prospects
One of the most challenging decisions for NBA evaluators is weighing risk versus reward. Projecting ceilings and basements while measuring the likelihood of each is an integral part of the draft evaluation process. Depending on the direction of a team and its current personnel, prospects with towering upside who remain vulnerable to underachieving could be unappealing as a top selection, especially when you consider the value of a high pick.
June 18th
Team Needs: Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics:
Needs: C, Depth at all positions
Picks: 21, 22, 51
June 17th
The Evolution of LeBron James
We’ve all heard the criticisms. Not clutch. Not obsessed with winning like Kobe or Michael. Cares more about being a global icon than a basketball player.
June 16th
2012 NBA Combine: Athleticism Analysis
Draft Combine: Athleticism Results
Harrison Barnes: 38" no-step vert, 39.5" max vert, 15 bench, 10.93 agility, 3.16 sprint
June 15th
Team Needs: Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Needs: Depth, Star Power
Picks: 20, 38, 50
