Official 2008 Draft Night Thread...the future is now.

[SacKingZZZ]

Most mocks I have seen have Joey Dorsey falling to us in the 2nd, man, I hope we can land this guy. He is going to be a defensive/rebounding BEAST at the next level. I think he would be a great frontcourt piece to put next to Hawes. Let Hawes get the offense, let Dorsey grab the boards. We'd have a tremendous shotblocking duo with those two as well. If Dorsey can develop a decent mid-range shot, we're set.

Other guys I like either undrafted or in the 2nd that I expect to be there are Gist and Giddens. My possible undrafted favorite is Marcus Dove. If he goes undrafted I hope we invite him to summer league.

[Ballings7]

Agreed on Dorsey! He's the kind of player we've lacked and need on this team up front. I'm not going to get my hopes up, though.

Ron would just adore Dorsey . Assuming he's still here, which is continuing to lean that way.

Gist I like the sound of as an athletic big foward on both ends, and Giddens is interesting, have to learn more about him.

[Ballings7]

As a result of my continuous efforts to obtain the latest inside information, it is now this writer’s opinion that DeAndre Jordan has substantially impressed teams with how well he has presented himself in private workouts (with Sacramento and Phoenix) and his stock is on the rise!

With this, I think Jordan is in the top 3 (mine anyway) picture of who we'll take... but the risk and out-look questions still remain for Jordan.

Word out of the Philadelphia workout today (also attended by Toronto) was that Alexis Ajinca had yet another strong showing in this, his 14th workout so far. He went up against Darrell Arthur (who also looked good) and did an excellent job-- impressing everyone in attendance with his work ethic, professionalism, and all around mastery of the draft process. "Most foreign guys would have been complaining by now about how many workouts they've had to do, but Ajinca is just an unbelievable kid" one NBA scout in attendance noted.

http://www.draftexpress.com/article/Wor ... kouts-2942

[RoyalCourtJestr]

Gawd. We will NOT take Chambers, and in no way do I expect Petrie to fool around and take hibbert with 12. ESPN is killing me.

GLad to hear DeAndre impressed. And, just my opinion, DeAndre is in the same boat as Anthony. Both were always touted as riding on potential, yet both have been less impressive in the workouts. It is my opinion that if we want to take Anthony, take DeAndre instead, because you take the same risk, but in a body that could actually turn out into something we need. Anthony worries me because he'll never be the PF even if he lives up to his mountianous potential, and while DeAndre worries me, he at least is in a position we need. Plus, I've always been a big fan of DeAndre.

It's really a good argument between need and best player. Is Anthony better then DeAndre now? Yeah, propably, but if DeAndre is impressing NOW, he fits our needs WAY better then Anthony.

We did work out DeAndre then? Very good news.

[Ballings7]

Reasons why I think Aleaxander is the favorite for the Bucks, is because they need more toughness on that front-line (Bogut's come along well as a physical presence, though), he and Skiles are of similar mind-set about the game, and Alexander speaks Mandarin in relation to Yi. Growing up in various Asian countries. Aside from Alexander's uniqueness and his up-side combined with his effort.

[RoyalCourtJestr]

Reasons why I think Aleaxander is the favorite for the Bucks, is because they need more toughness on that front-line (Bogut's come along well as a physical presence, though), he and Skiles are of similar mind-set about the game, and Alexander speaks Mandarin in relation to Yi. Growing up in various Asian countries. Aside from Alexander's uniqueness and his up-side combined with his effort.

Yeah I agree... I really think the Bucks will take him, leaving Galiani for the Nets (assumingly, although they could basically take any position and I wouldn't be surprised) and making Anthony fall... although, I still could see Anthony going before #12. New York was my first bet, and I still wouldn't be surprised.

[KF10]

Gawd. We will NOT take Chambers, and in no way do I expect Petrie to fool around and take hibbert with 12. ESPN is killing me.

GLad to hear DeAndre impressed. And, just my opinion, DeAndre is in the same boat as Anthony. Both were always touted as riding on potential, yet both have been less impressive in the workouts. It is my opinion that if we want to take Anthony, take DeAndre instead, because you take the same risk, but in a body that could actually turn out into something we need. Anthony worries me because he'll never be the PF even if he lives up to his mountianous potential, and while DeAndre worries me, he at least is in a position we need. Plus, I've always been a big fan of DeAndre.

It's really a good argument between need and best player. Is Anthony better then DeAndre now? Yeah, propably, but if DeAndre is impressing NOW, he fits our needs WAY better then Anthony.

We did work out DeAndre then? Very good news.

Yeah, if Jordan impressed us and knowing that he fill a need for our team. Also, he would ideal Hawes pretty good. I think we should take Jordan over Randolph. I like both prospects, I wont get mad if we picked either one. Assuming that Augistine is chosen by Pacers; the players that are available are Randolph, Jordan, Arthur, and etc. Those are good and hard choices to make. Base on pure potential, Jordan could be one of the best players in the draft Dwight Howard-like. Arthur is a good prospect and the safer pick.

Ultimately, I cant wait for Draft Night

[RoyalCourtJestr]

I didn't like Petrie's pick last year, and now I love Spencer. I can definetly see either Jordan or Arthur working as a PF (or Center) along side Hawes wounderfully. I trust in Petrie, if he goes with the safer Arthur, or the mountianous potential Jordan.

ARG I don't want to go to work tomarrow...

[KF10]

Yeah, it could go either way. The safe pick (Arthur) or the huge potential pick (Jordan). One part of me says dont take the risk on Joradn, choose the safe pick. The other says choose the risk, he will pan out to be one of the best players in the draft, you will regret passing on Jordan.

Argh, I don't know. I think Im leaning on the potential pick. Jordan is Brandan Wright of this draft IMO.

[RoyalCourtJestr]

Jordan has more potential then Wright from what I've seen of his videos and scouting reports, but the analagy is right.

Anyways... will he be in the green room? I don' rmemeber if he was on the list or not.

[SacKingZZZ]

Well the one thing Jordan has going for him is that he is huge.

It's going to be funny when one of Westbrook or Augustin fall making all this talk pointless. Then again, what happens if they do and we don't take either of them? As I said earlier, if we come out of this draft not having at least 1 PF prospect I am going to be very, very disappointed.

[RoyalCourtJestr]

At this point, as much as I PRAY Augustin or Westbrook fall to us, it's a tiny margin. Everyone wants Westbrook, and Augustin is also in high demand. I would take either over Arthur or Jordan, but it's doubtful either will fall.

[Ballings7]

I don't think it's a decent possibility Westbrook or Augustin last to 12... Clippers (either), Knicks (Augustin), Pacers (moreso Augustin), Bobcats (Westbrook)

I didn't like Petrie's pick last year, and now I love Spencer. I can definetly see either Jordan or Arthur working as a PF (or Center) along side Hawes wounderfully. I trust in Petrie, if he goes with the safer Arthur, or the mountianous potential Jordan

Agreed.

Anyways... will he be in the green room? I don' rmemeber if he was on the list or not.

Yeah.

As I said earlier, if we come out of this draft not having at least 1 PF prospect I am going to be very, very disappointed.

Same here - I just don't see how we won't, though... you got the 2nd round situation, possibly moving up there, possibly trading for another 1st rounder, and of course #12. Were too stacked on the wings except at PG.

[KF10]

Knowing the circumstances and situations of teams ahead of us, there is a very low chance that either DJ or Westbrook lasts to us. But who knows, strange things happen before.

[Ballings7]

Anything can happen, yep... and I bet there's a trade or two ahead of us...

[RoyalCourtJestr]

To get Augustin or Westbrook, we'll have to trade up at this point.

[KF10]

Yeah, there is always trades in draft night. Always. I just want to know if teams will follow the Boston Celtics method from last year. Give up the future (Big Al/Jeff Green/and etc) for a proven veteran (Ray Allen). Before the draft, I haven't heard the rumors about that trade. It just happened in a blink of an eye. The Kings have to expect the unexpected, if a top 8 player falls to us and the player doesn't fit but he is BPA; let's just say Eric Gordon drops to us. I think we HAVE to select Gordon dues to talent, value, and it is also a no brainer IMO. There is anomalies in the draft. We just have expect them. Hopefully, Petrie selects wisely.

[Ballings7]

If Eric Gordon's going to fall past 7, I don't expect him to last till 12 because of his talent and value.

[KF10]

If Eric Gordon's going to fall past 7, I don't expect him to last till 12 because of his talent and value.

Yeah, I guess. But that would open more opportunities for us. Assuming that Gordon is selected in the range of 7-10, a player that was designated to be selected there can fall to us. While thinking that, there is a lot of ways that a highly talented player could fall to us, if an anomalie(s) occurred.

But yeah, can't wait for Draft Night. Been waiting almost half a year. Oh, just a heads up you guys, there is a "Sportcenter NBA Draft Special" tomorrow at 10:00 am on ESPN. Also there is "2008 NBA Draft Preview" at 7:00 pm tomorrow as well.

[RoyalCourtJestr]

I'll have to tapee both of those. Cursed job! At least I got Thursday off, even if I have to go in Saturday and next Monday to cover it. Make it worth my while, Petrie, please!