Situational Analysis: Lauri Markkanen
“Situational Analysis” is a series of articles that seeks to examine the circumstances that most often influence an NBA prospect’s success. First up, Nick Prevenas analyzes Lauri Markkanen.
The Number 1 Pick Dilemma
Nick Prevenas weighs in with the options that Cleveland faces with the No. 1 pick.
2009-10 Pac-10 Conference Preview
Jerome Randle and the Bears are the preseason favorites to win the Pac 10, a feat they haven’t accomplished since 1960. A complete conference preview with team outlooks and top prospects.
2009 NBA Draft: Just lousy or all-time terrible?
This year’s draft is being considered one of the worst in recent memory. While it’s not as bad as 2000, it could be the worst since.
John Wall Interview
John Wall is fast. That’s not a news flash to anyone who has seen the North Carolina product in action. Defenders at this level have virtually no chance to stay in front of him. He can make even the quickest guards look like their shoes have been dipped in cement. Many players found out about…
2008 Las Vegas AAUs: Day 3
By Nick Prevenas Wall or Favors? That was the question everyone was asking heading into Day 3 of Las Vegas’ AAU hoops gathering. Who is the top player in the class of 2009? John Wall is leading D-One Sports through the Reebok Summer Championships, while Favors headlines the Atlanta Celtics in the adidas Super 64,…The Euro Effect
Brandon Jennings might have changed the face of prep recruiting, but Josh Childress might send shock waves through the NBA’s free-agent system.2008 Las Vegas AAUs: Day 1
High-Stakes Hoops in Sin City: John Wall was the most impressive of the Day 1 prospects.2008 NBA Summer League: Day 1
The NBADraft.net crew has yet to make its way out to Vegas, so this first Summer League wrap-up comes courtesy of NBA-TV and the wonderful streaming video at NBA.com. While it’s obviously ridiculous to make any definitive statements about anyone’s performance quite yet, some intriguing plotlines began to develop on Day One. Golden State 96,…2008 NBA Las Vegas Summer League: Preview
The Vegas Summer League kicks off today running through July 20th. Check back for daily updates on all the action.Top 15 Restricted Free Agents
The guys on this list will be in the mix, but their original teams can match and/or exceed any offer they receive. Most of these guys will stay put, but July can get crazy. Most of the guys on this list are nearly done with their rookie-scale contracts, so this will be their first major…Top 15 Unrestricted Free Agents
Nick Prevenas breaks down the top 15 unrestricted free agents available once the free-agent period opens on July 1
Draft Time: Instant Analysis
Pick by pick analysis of the draft by two of NBADraft.net’s top gurus.Clippers and Sonics swap 4 for 7
The Clippers have finalized a 7 for 4 trade to move up for Russell Westbrook, the Sonics are expected to take Brook Lopez at 7.The Actions of Others
Russell Westbrook should buy Rajon Rondo a really nice Rolex. At the very least, he needs to send him a thank-you card. DeAndre Jordan needs to head back to Texas A&M to study arthroscopic surgery. Either that, or hire a witch doctor who specializes on healing the knees of 7-foot Lakers’ centers. Danilo Gallinari needs…
What personality will the 2008 NBA draft develop?
By Nick Prevenas 05/31/08 Every draft has a personality. Some drafts come attached with an aura of greatness, when all die-hard NBA fans know they are witnessing history in the making (1984, 2003). Other drafts kick things off with an amazing start, then fall apart faster than the 2007 Mets (1982, 1992). A handful of…
Mayo or Bayless? Who should be No. 3?
By Nick Prevenas 5/17/08 So you mean to tell me there are more than two players in this year’s NBA Draft? Derrick Rose and Michael Beasley (or, if you prefer, Michael Beasley and Derrick Rose) are widely considered to be the can’t-miss stud prospects this year. One has the potential to enter the Chris Paul-Deron…
UCLA: A beautiful Hybrid of Philosphy
By Nick Prevenas 3/23/08 I know you’re sick of hearing about UCLA. I know you’re tired of seeing the puff pieces. I know you’re burnt out on seeing the Bruins top the majority of your co-workers’ brackets. Me? I’m not tired of UCLA at all. In fact, I can’t get enough of them. Yes, I…