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NYK 6'8, 205lb, SG/SF/PG/PF EVAN FIELDS
A truly amazing player, Evan Fields was the obvious number one selection. He possesses the size, shooting ability, and defensive prowess to play and defend four positions at a very high level. He has drawn a wide variety of comparisons, from Kobe Bryant to pre-injury Brandon Roy (which seems the most likely comparison) to Boris Diaw to Adam Morrison. He broke all kinds of records in his two years in college, including last year's averages of 33.4 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 7.0 assists. While these same numbers will most likely not carry over to the NBA, we will definitely see some very big games out of this young player, as he currently plays at an All-Star level.
2. NJN 6'2, 160lb, SG/PG PHILLIP GRIGGS
New Jersey fans facepalmed after this selection. The Nets now have a superior front court, but they passed on a potential franchise center, something every team craves. However, this undersized 6'2 combo guard is no slouch. He can run with the best of them at any level and has big-time hops. He will definitely outperform backcourt teammate Nate Robinson, his most common comparison, from day one, but will his lack of size and muscle stop him from dunking and driving into the lane and make him settle for jumpshots? Nets fans better hope this doesn't happen, because Griggs only shot 40% from the field in his final year in college. As long as he can add a fair bit of muscle to his frame, Griggs definitely has an All-Star appearance in his future.
3. NOH 7'1, 230lb, C/PF/SF RONNY RAMOS
Whenever you have a 7'1 guy who is agile enough and shoots well enough to play positions three through five, you have something very special. While Ronny Ramos seems to be a 20/10 guy right now in the NBA, every GM in the league now knows his extensive injury history. He is often limited by minor injuries, but usually plays through those. The real problem is that he tore his ACL one and a half years ago and is still recovering. This can be cut both ways: "Will he ever recover completely?" is one question, and the other question is "How on earth did he average 25 points, 13 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks per game in college while recovering from an ACL injury? How well does he play when he's healthy?"
4. DET 6'9, 231lb, SF/SG/PF EMERY RAMSEY
Like Evan Fields, Emery Ramsey is a do-it-all type player, only without a jump shot. Ramsey is better on defense than offense, and is a terrific shot blocker for a 6'9 swingman who may occasionally slide over to the 4. His college averages of 16 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 blocks per game show his versatility, and Ramsey could be a deadly offensive player if he develops a consistent jumper. He shot 16% from outside last season.
5. UTA 6'11, 268lb, C/PF QUINCY WESLEY
Utah was desperate for size, after signing D-Leaguers to start at the 5 last season. Hopefully Quincy Wesley can carry over his 20/10 statlines to the NBA and bring Utah some much-needed star power. His defense sets him apart from ordinary centers with superb blocks and steals averages of 3 blocks and 2.5 steals per game.
6. WAS 6'11, 250lb, C/PF MARCUS STEVENSON
Basically a repeat of last year's draft, Washington selected a modestly-athletic, shot-swatting, decent-scoring, solid-rebounding center. Steve Houston will likely be expendable after this draft. Either that, or Marcus Stevenson will be traded. The only main differences that set them apart are that Stevenson hasn't missed a game due to injury since high school, and he is a lot better with his shot selection.
7. MIN 7'1, 310lb, C/PF ANDREW ALLEN
Dear God, David Kahn. You drafted like eight guards in one draft, and a couple of drafts later, you come back and draft a 300lb guy who was predicted to land somewhere between #20 and #30 in a super-deep draft, saying "You can't teach size." He's halfway correct. You can't teach "vertical" size, but you can most certainly teach "horizontal" size. Just ask Eddy Curry and ask him how his career went. As for wanting size on the roster, couldn't Kahn have drafted the 7'5 guy who went ten picks later?
8. MIL 6'6, 215lb, SF/SG/PF TYRONE TYNDELL
At 6'6, Tyrone Tyndell plays much bigger than his frame. He's a top-notch, dynamic scorer and is a ferocious rebounder for his size. Extremely quick, he's also a huge leaper and loves to get to the rim. However, he is as wild off the court as he is on it, and he draws many comparisons to J.R. Smith, which may not always be a good thing. One thing we know, is that he'll definitely make an impact in the league. A big impact.
9. MEM 6'6, 226lb, SF/PF/SG RAY BARRETT
Once known as a likely top pick in this draft, a knee injury lowered Ray Barrett's draft stock. He is a very similar player to Tyrone Tyndell, but doesn't have as good of a shooting touch. To compensate, he is excellent at stealing the basketball, and also quite good at passing the rock. He was an explosive dunker, but he may be less explosive in his rookie season, coming off of knee surgery.
10. TOR 6'11, 245lb, PF/C ALPHONSO LIVINGSTON
Despite being listed as a mid-to-late first-rounder, Alphonso snuck into the top 10! An extremely well-rounded center, Livingston did not truly stand out in any one area, but his equal commitment to offense, defense, and rebounding makes him an enticing option. He is quite strong and very consistent, two characteristics the Raptors severely lacked last season. You won't get many exceptional statlines from him, but you can count on 15 points and 8 rebounds from him almost every night. Comparing him to Lamarcus Aldridge may be pushing it a little, but Livingston's game reminds a lot of people of the All-Star's rookie season.
11. BOS 6'2, 165lb, PG/SG BLAKE AARONS
Just when we thought the Celtics couldn't get any smaller, they picked a point guard. However, they could not ask for a more perfect complement to Rajon Rondo. When Rondo can't get it done on offense, Blake Aarons is sure to make it happen. He has a lot of potential as a jump shooter, is an exceptional leaper, and is not turnover-prone. His defense could use quite a bit of work, but he could quickly learn under the perennial All-Defensive point guard.
12. PHI 6'6, 255lb, PF/SF/C XAVIER BRADLEY
There are a lot of undersized players in this draft who play much bigger than they actually are. Xavier Bradley is another one. At 6'6, Bradley can play either forward position, and can even play a little while at the 5. He is a truly explosive leaper, with a rock solid foundation in all facets of the game. He scores with ease, rebounds at a great rate, and is a top-notch defender at every level. He could very well be the next Gerald Wallace if he adds a jump shot to his arsenal.
13. POR 6'11 265lb, PF/C AARON CARTER
Here's a guy who can do a little of everything. He's got a developed post game, he can drain shots from mid-range, and can pass the ball out of double-teams quite well. On defense, he does not hesitate to block a shot. His athleticism may not be up to par with others at his position, but anyone who is known as a very poor man's Tim Duncan, has potential.
14. LAC 6'4, 164lb, PG/SG RICHARD EMBREY
Richard Embrey is a quite, low-key kind of guy off the court, but he's a completely different person on the court. Despite his skinny frame, he will not hesitate to make defenders pay with a dunk, and he is very good at timing his jump to come up with the occasional block. He's quite athletic and is a high-energy guy. He is a great floor general, but is well-known for his college career 5% shooting from beyond the arc. That must improve.
15. SAS 6'11, 250lb, C/PF BEN CAMPBELL
The Spurs found a second replacement for Tim Duncan! With the selection of Dan Janson last year, they went all out and drafted another 6'11 forward! It is unclear whether Ben Campbell will play power forward or center, but it is clear that he will score and rebound. He may not be a good defender yet, but he's only 21, and analysts expect him to average a double-double next season. Talk about high expectations for the last guy picked in the lottery.
16. SAC 6'5, 185lb, SG/PG RICKY RICHARDSON
There aren't many defensive-minded point guards like Richardson in the league right now. In fact, there may not be anyone in the league like him right now. He's one of those guys who you wish were a little bit taller so they could play any position on the floor. Scouts mostly go by his high school performances, as he missed his only college season with a severe injury. In high school, he would be start the game at center, but would handle the ball a lot more than the average center. He became known as a point-center. Obviously at 6'5 and only 185 pounds, there is no chance of him playing any amount of time at the 5 in the NBA, but he will show off the strength, defensive talent, and rebounding abilities we usually associate with big men, while handling the ball, defending, and shooting like a guard.
17. NCD 7'5, 287lb, C ZACK EVANS
At 7'5, Zack Evans is the biggest player drafted in a long time. With his height, you would expect him to get drafted in the lottery, but injuries have already taken their hold on the big man. Minus the injuries, he has drawn several comparisons to other super tall NBA stars Yao Ming and Shawn Bradley. He excels on defense, particularly blocking shots, and on the glass, when he's healthy. At the draft combine, he played more like Slavko Vranes (a 7'5 scrub) than Yao Ming, but you can blame Evans' injury history for that. He plays like a pro when he's not injured.
18. ORL 6'4, 202lb, SG/PG WHITMAN BOOTH
One word. Shooting. Booth is an excellent shooter for an 18-year-old and can continue to improve on other facets of his game, like his rapidly improving transition offense. He is a sufficient ballhandler and has above average court vision and athleticism, but his rebounding and defense need work. A lot of it. The Magic could very well have the next Anthony Morrow.
19. HOU 6'6, 191lb, SG/PG GRANT HENLEY
In contrast to Booth, here's a combo guard with a rock solid commitment to defense and rebounding, but lacks on the offensive end. He is very turnover-prone and has range out to only around 15 feet. When you are a small, skinny combo guard, those are the two traits you do not want. However, his defense makes up for his offensive woes, and Henley should be a solid rotation player by next season.
20. IND 6'6, 225lb, SF/SG OSCAR ROGERS
Oscar Rogers is a poor man's Nicolas Batum. He hits his shots when they come, and has athleticism that he is not afraid to use. A well above average rebounder, 6'6 Oscar Rogers could very well lead his Pacers in rebounding, as Brook Lopez and Andrea Bargnani start at the 4 and 5. If he starts, Rogers should be a lock for 10 points and 6 rebounds, but needs work on defense if he wants that starting job.
21. GSW 7'0, 260lb, C/PF IAN MAY
Ian May may have a defensive game somewhat comparable to that of Dwight Howard. He was a lockdown defender with an excellent post game in college, but it remains to be seen if that will transfer to the NBA. The offensive-minded Golden State Warriors will definitely welcome his offense, but his defense and rebounding will play key roles in their success in the future. The main problem in his game is he is consistently in foul trouble and can't seem to play 40 minutes without racking up six fouls. Injuries might shape (or destroy) his career as well.
22. PHX 6'0, 200lb, PG AARON INGRAHAM
Aaron Ingraham is an outstanding shooter from outside, mid-range, and at the charity stripe. He's an excellent ball-handler and a great passer. He steals the ball well, but the remainder of his defense is poor because of his size. At only 6'0, his lack of a solid vertical jump will cause him problems down low, and he'll also have problems shooting over bigger guards. However, he is a very good decision-maker on the court and has drawn many comparisons to Steve Nash. Ingraham could be the steal of the draft, and in a couple years, he could be a serious All-Star candidate, possibly making him a real steal.
23. LAL 6'11, 218lb, C/PF COTHRAN RAMEY
The Lakers probably have just picked the next Channing Frye. More suited to playing power forward, the 6'11, 218 pound Cothran Ramey is very skinny for a center, has range out to the perimeter, and is a mediocre rebounder and defender. However, Ramey has a decent post game, and if he adds another 20 pounds of muscle, he could be a force down low for the Lakers.
24. CLE 6'4, 210lb, PG/SG JONAH IVAN
Jonah Ivan has been drawing Jrue Holiday comparisons since high school. He's a guy who can run the floor well, can hit the open man with the perfect pass, and will contribute well on both ends of the floor. He may not be the best shooter in the draft, but he has excellent shot selection, and will not unneccesarily take shots. However, he sometimes passes too often, which may not be a bad thing if he plays alongside Deron Williams.
25. CHA 6'10, 240lb, C/PF ADAM ZOLLER
Zoller was possibly college basketball's best big man defensive specialist last season. He comes into the NBA already being known as a premier defender and a strong rebounder. Zoller may not be the most athletic big on the court, but his IQ is off the charts and he uses that to his advantage of both ends. His offense still needs work, as well as his ball security in the paint. He may not have a lot of time before he reaches his prime, as he is already nearing his 24th birthday, making him the oldest player in the draft.
26. CHI 6'9, 245lb, PF/C VINCE YOUNG
Here's another tough defender with solid rebounding technique. Young is a lot more athletic than Zoller, but is even more raw on the offensive end. However, Vince Young is 19 and has a lot of room to grow. He was drafted mostly on potential, but has drawn Taj Gibson comparisons.
27. DEN 6'4, 210lb, PG/SG ANTHONY DICKERSON
Dickerson is yet another defensive specialist. A-Dick is a sharpshooting point guard, who has spent the last four years guarding whoever he has been asked to guard. Despite his size, he can guard small forwards with ease, and can contain guards completely. He's definitely the guy this offensive-minded Denver Nuggets team wants coming off the bench.
28. OKC 6'8, 220lb, SF/SG OLIVER WILLIS
Another guy drafted on potential, Oliver Willis is a high-flying energy guy who will play a few minutes, score a few points, defend a bit, maybe rebound the ball a couple times, and then head back to the bench. While Oklahoma's starting five can do all of this, their bench is lacking in places, and could use some help. Willis should be able to help, but seems more like Renaldo Balkman than anything else right now.
29. ATL 6'10, 265lb, C/PF TREVOR ANDREWS
Andrews is basically a big body. Yet another man drafted on potential, Andrews should be able to play behind Dwight Howard short-term, but it's not out of the question to see him start for another team in a couple years. Right now, he is a project. A BIG project. Scouts have noticed similarities in the offensive games of Andrews and Ian Mahinmi, which could be a good thing, because Mahinmi could be poised for a breakout season in the next year.
30. DAL 6'5, 200lb, SG/SF/PG DEVON TURNER
Nothing in Turner's game stands out, but there are very few things he can't do. He's capable on both ends of the floor, and is decent on the glass for a guy his size. He's a versatile scorer, and a good defender, but he's rather small for a swingman. There have been a lot of Stephen Jackson comparisons, on the court, and unfortunately, off it as well. If the Mavericks ever needed a ball-handler, Turner can play the 1 for a short stretch of time, although his decision-making is questionable at best. His ideal role on a team would have to be an eleventh or twelfth man on a contender, which is exactly where he is right now. He is likely the last rotation player for the defending champions.
31. MIA 6'8, 273lb, PF/C STUART JACKSON
Not a lot is known about Stuart Jackson. There's been a lot of guessing, and a lot of weird comparisons that have been drawn. A poor man's Aaron Carter (taken 13th) seems like a solid comparison, but some have called him the next Zach Randolph for his knack for getting tough rebounds without relying on athleticism. However, Jackson has little to no offensive game at this point, and to say that he will ever get enough minutes to put up Zach Randolph-esque numbers, would be quite a stretch right now. Jackson is only 20 and has a lot of room to improve. He will need to if he wants to crack Miami's rotation.
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Congrats on the ring, Thierry.Thierry • wrote:OH YEAH BABY!! RING![]()
With such a crazy roster, how couldn't they win?Mavs4Life wrote:DALLAS YES!! First sim champ I've seen them take here.
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TONY PARKER -> Spurs [3 years/$27.0M]
ERIC GORDON -> Kings [4 years/$41.4M]
DANILO GALLINARI -> Timberwolves [3 years/$20.3M]
DEVIN HARRIS -> Timberwolves [2 years/$12.7M]
ACIE LAW -> Domination [3 years/$6.8M]
RICKY RUBIO -> 76ers [6 years/$35.0M]
JAVALE MCGEE -> 76ers [3 years/$19.9M]
LOU WILLIAMS -> 76ers [3 years/$6.8M]
DANIEL GIBSON -> Magic [5 years/$22.0M]
PAUL MILLSAP -> Bucks [3 years/$22.5M]
LAMAR ODOM -> Heat [2 years/$7.1M]
NICOLAS BATUM -> Hornets [3 years/$18M]
GREG ODEN -> Trailblazers [3 years/$13.5M]
DEMAR DEROZAN -> Kings [4 years/$31.1M]
JORDAN WILLIAMS -> Spurs [3 years/$6.5M]
JOEL ANTHONY -> Celtics [4 years/$6.6M]
CHRIS KAMAN -> Raptors [2 years/$8.8M]
BRANDAN WRIGHT -> Jazz [3 years/$6.8M]
GORDON HAYWARD -> Hawks [4 years/$17.5M]
TY LAWSON -> Hawks [7 years/$54.3M]
TIAGO SPLITTER -> Nuggets [2 years/$4.5M]
JJ REDICK -> Nuggets [4 years/$16.4M]
ADAM MORRISON -> Domination [2 years/$3.0M]
BRANDON BASS -> Cavaliers [3 years/$6.8M]
DEANDRE JORDAN -> Bulls [1 year/MIN]
KYLE LOWRY -> Pistons [4 years/$22.0M]
PAUL GEORGE -> Magic [6 years/$46.6M]
DAVID WEST -> Magic [2 years/$3.7M]
JASON SMITH -> Rockets [5 years/$7.3M]
HAKIM WARRICK -> Rockets [5 years/$7.7M]
YI JIANLIAN -> Lakers [1 year/MIN]
TERRENCE WILLIAMS -> Suns [2 years/$4.5M]
ELTON BRAND -> Thunder [1 year/MIN]
HEDO TURKOGLU -> Bobcats [3 years/$4.8M]
ZAZA PACHULIA -> Cavaliers [2 years/$3.0M]
EARL WATSON -> Pistons [1 year/$995.2K]
BARON DAVIS -> Warriors [2 years/$3.6M]
RAMON SESSIONS -> Rockets [2 years/$4.5M]
WILL BYNUM -> Rockets [2 years/$4.2M]
LARRY SANDERS -> Timberwolves [2 years/$4.5M]
BEN GORDON -> Pistons [2 years/$8.5M]
DONTE GREENE -> Rockets [5 years/$11.2M]
MO EVANS -> Lakers [1 year/MIN]
BLAKE AHEARN -> Lakers [4 years/$5.5M]
DEXTER PITTMAN -> Clippers [2 years/$3.0M]
DANNY GREEN -> Clippers [3 years/$6.8M]
TYSON SWEET -> Celtics [2 years/$5.2M]
KYLE ANTHONY -> Bucks [4 years/$8.3M]
SHAUN LIVINGSTON -> Suns [2 years/$9.0M]
DARREN COLLISON -> Kings [3 years/$13.5M]
AVERY BRADLEY -> Kings [7 years/$22.7M]
KYLE KORVER -> Celtics [4 years/$6.5M]
FRANCISCO GARCIA -> Celtics [3 years/$3.5M]
MORRIS ALMOND -> Warriors [2 years/$3.0M]
KELENNA AZUBUIKE -> Warriors [2 years/$3.0M]
JOHN BROCKMAN -> Thunder [3 years/$4.5M]
KOSTA KOUFOS -> Thunder [3 years/$5.2M]
RENALDO BALKMAN -> Warriors [2 years/$3.0M]
JASON THOMPSON -> Nets [3 years/$6.8M]
PATRICK PATTERSON -> Nets [2 years/$3.0M]
LEANDRO BARBOSA -> Nuggets [2 years/$4.2M]
ERIC MAYNOR -> Timberwolves [4 years/$9.0M]
OMRI CASSPI -> Timberwolves [4 years/$9.0M]
ERIC BLEDSOE -> Thunder [3 years/$6.8M]
MATT BARNES -> Magic [2 years/$2.5M]
DARIUS WASHINGTON -> 76ers [2 years/$4.5M]
JOSE CALDERON -> Trailblazers [1 year/MIN]
PATRICK O'BRYANT -> Bulls [1 year/MIN]
DANTE CUNNINGHAM -> Bobcats [3 years/$4.5M]
VINCE CARTER -> Hawks [2 years/$2.2M]
RONNIE BREWER -> Domination [2 years/$4.5M]
DAMION JAMES -> Nets [1 year/MIN]
ED DAVIS -> Knicks [3 years/$4.5M]
QUENTIN RUCKER -> Bucks [5 years/$9.7M]
KIRK HINRICH -> Heat [1 year/MIN]
JORDAN FARMAR -> Grizzlies [3 years/$6.8M]
ZOLTAN WALGAS -> Raptors [7 years/$18.9M]
ELIOT WILLIAMS -> Nuggets [2 years/$3.0M]
LUCAS BLACK -> Pacers [7 years/$16.5M]
CEDRIC SIMMONS -> Rockets [4 years/$6.0M] (waived Andre Miller)
ALEKSANDAR PAVLOVLIC -> Clippers [2 years/$3.0M] (waived Brian Cook)
NIKOLA PEKOVIC -> Pistons [2 years/$3.0M] (waived Mike Sweetney)
RONNY MCELWRATH -> Domination [2 years/$3.7M]
TERRNECE ANDERSON -> Lakers [2 years/$3.0M] (waived Steve Blake)
TARENCE KINSEY -> Lakers [1 year/MIN] (waived Mo Evans)
MALIK HAIRSTON -> Domination [2 years/$3.0M]
MICHAEL SNOW -> Jazz [2 years/$3.7M]
JOSH MCROBERTS -> Raptors [3 years/$4.6M]
KYRYLO FESENKO -> Jazz [3 years/$3.0M]
Fri May 11, 2012 7:01 am
Sun May 13, 2012 2:10 am
NBA Live's aging system has been pretty kind to Walter so far. Most 34-year-old's ratings have plummeted. He's not getting very far off the ground anymore, but his shot is as good as it's ever been.Radioman wrote:I can't believe Walter Herrman is still playing in the NBA in this one.![]()
So he got another 10 years in the tank? we will see.I hope you can return to the Playoffs and maybe a bit further.
Always good to hear. Hope you enjoy the rest of this!•BS• wrote:Wow man didn't know you will still continue this I was following this back then when I was not a member
Tue May 15, 2012 1:26 am
CHA gets: Zack Evans [NCD] (76), Ronnie Brewer [NCD] (76)
NCD gets: Darko Milicic [MIN] (71), Ian Mahinmi [CHA] (76), Kyle Anthony [MIL] (74), Ricky Davis [MIL] (70)
MIN gets: Luis Scola [NCD] (70), Adam Zoller [CHA] (73)
ORL gets: Roger Mason [MIN] (71)
MIL gets: Jared Lindsey [NCD] (75), Peja Stojakovic [NCD] (71)
SAS gets: Delonte West [TOR] (75), Jameer Nelson [DAL] (79), Antoine Wright [DAL] (72)
DAL gets: Chris Kaman [TOR] (75), Rodrigue Beaubois [SAS] (80)
TOR gets: Valdis Iesalnieks [SAS] (75), Jeremy Lin [SAS] (77)
GSW gets: Brandon Jennings (88), Jeremy Evans (73), Anderi Kirilenko (79)
MIL gets: Stephen Curry (89), Darrell Arthur (77), Vladimir Radmanovic (69)
NYK gets: Tayshaun Prince (77), Brendan Haywood (73), Luke Babbitt (75)
POR gets: CJ Watson (73), Taj Gibson (79), Beno Udrih (71)
MEM gets: Byron Mullens (67)
SAC gets: Stephen Graham (72)
BOS gets: Oliver Willis (73), Marcus Williams (75)
OKC gets: Nick Collison (73), Marreese Speights (74)
ORL gets: Brandon Rush (75)
SAC gets: Matt Barnes (72)
WAS gets: Juan Carlos Navarro (72)
PHI gets: Jamario Davidson (72)
Tue May 15, 2012 2:06 am
Tyson Chandler [84]
At 7'1, Chandler's anchoring defense, solid rebounding ability, and efficient offense give opposing teams fits. Easily a top five center in the league, he has just turned 31 years old and is entering his thirteenth year in the NBA. He has not shown the slightest sign of aging yet and should be counted on for a nightly double-double with great defense.
Ronny Ramos [84]
Ronny Ramos, 7'1, 230 lbs, might be the most hyped rookie in the league. Acquired from New Orleans in a trade, Ramos has done nothing but impress every member of the Domination. A do-it-all guy who could probably play every position despite being more than seven feet tall, Ramos could be counted on for fifteen points, eight rebounds, and five assists as a rookie. Will he live up to expectations?
Jared Dudley [88]
As good as ever, Dudley is ready to record some big scoring numbers. Despite new additions, expect J-Dud to still be the first option on offense. He won't allow his man to score much either. "I've worked a lot on my D this summer. I'm not letting people score on me. Not in my house, not anywhere."
Rudy Fernandez [83]
Count on fastbreak triples and fadeaway mid-range shots from Rudy Fernandez, because his shooting touch is better than ever this season. Don't worry about his lack of defense, because the quartet of Chandler, Dudley, Harrington, and Ramos will likely be the top defensive quartet in the league.
Corey Harrington [87]
The Domination have to be really thankful that Harrington is back already from a torn MCL. While he may be still limited, he is in much better shape than most might think. He's not quite as explosive as before yet, but his dunks are still awesome, his D is just as good, and he's improved his shooting.
Bench Mob:
Ian Mahinmi [76], Walter Herrmann [76], Kyle Anthony [73], Adam Morrison [73], Acie Law IV [75]
Darko Milicic [72], Marcus Fucking Haislip [71], Ricky Davis [69], Malik Hairston [73], Ronny McElwrath [72]
This bench could beat some lottery teams. From Herrmann's threes to Kyle Anthony's jams, to Darko Milicic's shotblocking, to Acie Law's passing, to Adam Morrison's sheer awesomeness, this bench has everything you could want. A little more defense couldn't hurt, but the starting lineup has all the defense in the world.