David Thorpe did his top 20 NBA sophomores list. The Wiz have 3 reps from the 2010 draft. The first two are Griffin and Monroe, followed by Wall:
3. John Wall, Wizards
When he's on, he's untouchable. Derrick Rose, Russell Westbrook, John Wall. That's the list of elite athletes with size at the point guard spot. Wall is the fastest of the three, to my eye, and the best natural passer. So yes, he's got multiple All-Star appearances in his near future, if he and his franchise get things figured out.
Simply put, the Wizards have steered off course -- which might be by design -- and Wall has taken a step backward this year. Not his overall game, but his shooting. He still can't shoot and is not a great paint finisher, either. There's every reason to believe he'll improve this part of his game, but until he does, he just can't be nearly as effective on offense.
4) Cousins, 5) Splitter 6) Turner 7) George 8) Asik 9) Pekovic 10) Patterson 11) Favors 12) Fields
13. Jordan Crawford, Wizards
Crawford is a blur on the court, slowing down only long enough to shoot the ball, which he does lot. He may not be making many shots now, but he's someone to keep an eye on. As the Wizards mature, his efficiency should grow, because when he learns to slow down and read, the game will become much easier for him.
14) Jerebko 15)Haywood 16)Neal
17. Trevor Booker, Wizards
I find Booker to be one of the most intriguing players of this class. He's probably the most athletic player overall, which makes up for his smaller size as a power forward. When he tries to do too much, he's turnover-prone. But when he plays within himself, he's a very valuable player who helps his team by scoring efficiently, rebounding and earning extra possessions through sheer hustle.
