KB2011 MOCK: 9th Pick Bobcats Select Kawhi Leonard

[moocow007]

Michael Jordan is the GOAT as a player, few would argue that. But as a GM/owner/decision-maker? Not so much. The Bobcats suffered through turmoil last season with the firing of Larry Brown and another depressive season. Things need to change and change quickly for a franchise who's fan base might be ready to abandon ship. So what will Mr. Jordan do?

Selected already

1. Kyrie Irving
2. Derrick Williams
3. Brandon Knight
4. Enes Kanter
5. Jonas Valanciunas
6. Jan Vesely
7. Kemba Walker
8. Bismack Biyombo




With the 9th Pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Charlotte Bobcats select...

KAWHI LEONARD, SF, SAN DIEGO STATE

[SonOfMars]

Kawhi Leonard gets compared to Gerald Wallace, they just traded Gerald Wallace...im sure they wouldnt mind having him "back", Leonard is the vote.

[GONYK]

I'm taking Kawhi here

[NBA Fan 1234]

I think they go with Kawhi here.

I think they're set at SG with Henderson, PG with DJ, and PF with Thomas. They need a center for the future (Kwame IMO is a stop-gap), but none of the players available are centers.

Kawhi also gives them athleticism, defense, and rebounding. If he continues to improve his jumper, this pick could be a steal. Gerald Wallace with a jumper (if he pans out)?

IF they don't think Henderson is their SG of the future, they will go with Burks. Burks could handle the ball and move DJ off of it so he could score off the ball.

[moocow007]

Hmm...athletic shooters, athletic shooters...hmm....

[NBA Fan 1234]

Hmm...athletic shooters, athletic shooters...hmm....

Hamilton and Klay fit...but I don't think they can pass up on Kawhi. His shot, from reports and videos, has improved from the season...it'll continue to improve in the league.

[moocow007]

I think it's a tossup between Leonard and Burks. I'll go with Leonard.

[Marty McFly]

I'm gonna go with all of you on this one.

[Manhattan Project]

Voted Leonard, but there is a feeling I have that Jordan will take Marcus Morris

[BLACKFEET 2010]

They need shooting and athleticism. I see MJ opting for the high upside guy: Motie. Burks is great but Henderson was coming into his own as a athletic slasher. Burks would hinder his development. They seem to be high on Dante Cunningham who is a 3/4; athletic and has a decent mid-range shot. He hustles, while not like Crash (who is?) he is a young and inexpensive, homeless man's version and admirable fill-in for resident junk man. I could see Selby getting scooped here as well as a change of pace to DJ but I don't think they pass on "baby Dirk". Motie is the pick. Unpopular but I think the wise choice....but with MJ taking a more hands on role, who knows?

[ITGM]

Alec Burks

[Jose7]

MJ will take Jimmer.

[Knick Swisher]

I got Leonard

[TrueWarrior]

I got Marcus Morris. I think they need a little more offense. Really not a huge fan of Kawhi, and Morris has the skills to be a very nice scorer in this league at the 3/4. but he also competes hard on defense. Like MP said I could see this happening.

[FutureKnicksGM]

I went with Motie too. I think they need some offensive talent in there frontcourt, and he has the highest upside. Good shooter at the 4, mobile, with decent post moves. They can grab a SF at #19.

[Kn1cks]

Kawhi Leonard is the bpa and a need but knowing Michael Jordan, he'll draft that bust Motiejunas.

[mpharris36]

kawhi or macus morris here. I'm going to say Marcus Morris because he is the safer choice IMO

[NYman15]

I went with Leonard. I think he could do well with their players and I think they are looking for a guy like him.

[InToTheHoop]

In my mock, I have them taking Kemba, while Kawhi is going to Sacramento.

But after Kemba is already gone here, I have to go with Leonard at #9. Gerald Wallace 2.0.