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[Solaris Phase Two]

I will certainly be more active in the forums.


I just comepleted my first year on my association. Flawless season no losses with the hawks. And funny thing is i never played a game. I just watched them

[Cruzerr]

Amm.. No offence WWE, but keep it in the "How is your association doing" topic.

For Thierry, I want to say nice draft. And For Houndy, you better not f*ck up !

[The X]

Amm.. No offence WWE, but keep it in the "How is your association doing" topic.

For Thierry, I want to say nice draft. And For Houndy, you better not f*ck up !

I believe he was just responding to Thierry's comment that he needs be more active. Naturally I think mentioning his own Association was overkill but he's new so giving the benefit of the doubt.


Dmastawwe, Cruzerr is right that the comments about your Association probably should go in the How Is Your Association Going thread. Try to keep on topic. If you want to be in Thierry's next draft class, I would suggest continuing to read and comment on his Association.

[Solaris Phase Two]

Alright i understand guys. Anyways still keep it up. I wanna see everyone in this draft become stars. If their teams trains them correctly

[ChiTownOwns]

Can't Wait for the 2nd Round

[Murat]

NLSC got a big success on lottery picks...

[kibaxx7]

Phoenix had a steal in me Is it sim? I think the only downside in sim is there no draft day trades

I'm looking for the Suns to trade Childress now. Yeah, simmed. There were a couple of deals (despite I have CPU Trades -- OFF)...
I just reversed them... Jeremy Lin and the 2nd pick for Andray Blatche

Toronto's pick could be a ala LeBron James type of player
And can i be a Draftee too? For next Season's draft?

Yep, I made him compared to LeBron. And about the draftee -- of course, check Page 4 for the application and I'll tell you what teams are available.

i know its not new....

but ur recaps are FREAKIN' DETAILED...very much so for other teams. i wouldnt even bother analyzing other teams in my association haha

just more props to you

You know me for being a detail guy. I always like to see how the other teams are doing / will do.

Post the next 15 already, I want to see what team landed a big steal.

You were drafted in the first round man, if that's what you wanted to know.

Wow what the hell was Philly thinking?

I don't know... as I wrote, Thaddeus Young is a free agent and he always end up signing somewhere else. So, it's a good pick at the end. Lai, Iggy and Turner.

I am in this draft?

Nope, I have your application for the next draft.

4th pick bitches

Yeah man, you and Sit went up. Good job. You happy that it's Cleveland?

Love my selection to Charlotte. ROOKIE OF THE YEAR BABY!

It's you, Shaun Livingston and Patty Mills. Three googles in Charlotte!

Minnesota got a steal.

Love and Ferg will make a nice frontcourt.

Man just wanted to say this is great work, signed up to basically comment. Reading through it, got a long way to go but your presentation is really nice

Wow, thanks a lot! You got a really long way to go

Milwaukee could have a scary frontcourt.

I've been snubbed from the lottery. I must be the very next pick...

I think Carr is Bogut's backup now. They have Mbah a Moute, Sanders... You were drafted in the first round too.

Playing next to Chris Paul will definitely be a luxury. Great selection by the Hornets.

It's a lethal combination. Paul and the NCAA Finals MVP, a must-watch.

Axel at 15? Steal.

IMO, one of the biggest so far. Later, when the season finishes, we shall see who were the biggest steals.

I will certainly be more active in the forums.

Good I can save you a spot later.

For Thierry, I want to say nice draft. And For Houndy, you better not f*ck up !

Houndy has a nice challenge. Do I have your NLSCer, man?

Can't Wait for the 2nd Round

Picks 15-30 coming first, then a smaller 2nd round.

NLSC got a big success on lottery picks...

Yeah, it's the NLSC Academy after all.

Infamous and FFXIII have been absorbing all my free time. I'll try to post the picks 15-30 tomorrow (Spurs picking at #29!), then a quick 2nd round, and a free agency review.

[Houndy]

I'd prefer that it's Leaveland, LeBron can kiss my ass when we beat him.

[Mavs4Life]

I'm suprised that Portland didn't take him. tehy've already got Aldrige,Batum. And Roy & Matthews! They need some type of Point Guard, not positions that already have strength.

[Cruzerr]

Gimme yours and Ill give you mine(draft app.)

[Houndy]

I'm suprised that Portland didn't take him. tehy've already got Aldrige,Batum. And Roy & Matthews! They need some type of Point Guard, not positions that already have strength.

Well I guess they envisioned him as a SG and not a PG. Even though I would be more of the SG type..

[Lamrock]

Will be keeping tabs on that #1 pick. Portland in the lottery and making bad picks.

[Kenny]

Some interesting players in the top 15. Can't wait to see where my alter ego ends up

[kibaxx7]

Position(s): PG | Height: 6'2'' | Weight: 192 lbs. | Age: 21 | School / Team: Oklahoma | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 12.3 points, 1.6 rebounds, 6.9 assists

With the sixteenth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the New York Knicks select Zach Pollard. One of the biggest question marks in the weeks leading up to this draft was why this former Oklahoma guard refused to work out for teams. Mystery solved: Pollard appears to have had a first-round guarantee from the Knicks. The 6-foot-2 point guard is an excellent athlete and an improved ball distributor, but he seems to fill a role already occupied in New York by Raymond Felton -- who has made the pick-and-roll with Amar'e Stoudemire his bread and butter -- and Toney Douglas. Something’s gotta give. Everyone has the feeling that the Knicks and owner James Dolan aren’t quite done yet; Douglas, Wilson Chandler and Anthony Randolph have been mentioned in trade rumors for the past month.



Position(s): PF-C | Height: 6'10'' | Weight: 235 lbs. | Age: 23 | School / Team: Seton Hall | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 16.9 points, 11.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists

With the seventeenth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Indiana Pacers select Evan Cartwright. The player with whom Evan is most often compared will be his teammate next season: the bigman from Seton Hall is going to Indianapolis, which means he’ll be in the same frontcourt as Serge Ibaka. It would not be safe to say that Cartwright will have as exciting a career as Ibaka, but his shot-blocking abilities and mid-range shooting suggest there are things that are very similar. Good pick-and-pop player. He rebounded very well in college, averaging a double-double, so the Pacers executives are hoping that translates over. He still has some growth and must get stronger to get constant playing time, as he will battle Ibaka and Tyler Hansbrough in the PF slot.



Position(s): PG-SG | Height: 6'2'' | Weight: 191 lbs. | Age: 22 | School / Team: Illinois | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 18.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 6.5 assists

With the eighteenth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Memphis Grizzlies select Andre Cowen. You can tell the ESPN commentators ain't wild about a pick when they say, "This is a little bit of a surprise." Indeed it is a surprise that Memphis would select Cowen this high in the draft, considering the former combo guard from Illinois was considered a 25-30th pick at best in the last couple of days; his draft stock was going down. Andre would have benefited very well from another year of farming in college... instead he’ll have to serve as the third point guard for the Grizzlies since the team has Michael Conley and Nate Robinson sharing the playmaking duties. Another head-scratcher. If one of them goes down, Cowen's 3-point shooting will come in handy for head coach Lionel Hollins: only worse to Leo Lai and Julian Martin.



Position(s): SF | Height: 6'8'' | Weight: 210 lbs. | Age: 22 | School / Team: Georgia Tech | Country: Estonia
Key statistical averages: 17.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists

With the nineteenth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Washington Wizards select Martti Must. History has been made: Martti will be the second Estonian player to play in the NBA since Martin Müürsepp and is also the highest draft pick from Estonia. The 6-foot-8 wing can hit the occasional jumper and has the ability to get to the rim and finish in traffic, but his biggest asset is his defensive play. Think an international Bruce Bowen or Shane Battier, and he's also a strong rebounder. Must had been slated to go somewhere in the early to mid-first round by numerous mock drafts, but slipped to the late first-round for unknown reasons. He looks poised to join the Wizards starting backcourt, alongside John Wall and Gilbert Arenas, but this creates an interesting battle at the position with Al Thornton.



Position(s): SF-PF | Height: 6'9'' | Weight: 210 lbs. | Age: 20 | School / Team: FC Barcelona (Spain) | Country: Spain
Key statistical averages: 14.0 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.0 assists

With the twentieth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets select Mauricio Caballero. And with this pick, the Spain trio is gone in the first 20 picks (Caballero, Alex Blevessi at 1st and Predrag Rodic at 3rd). Some mock drafts had Caballero dropping into the first picks of the second round, but obviously the Rockets felt confident that his success as a mid-range shooter and athletic marvel would translate to the NBA, despite a lack of elite rebounding skill for his size. An under-the-radar Spaniard, Mauricio will try to follow the formula of fellow countrymen like Pau Gasol and Jose Calderon in Houston. But that will be hard; he has the abilities to become a solid role player, if nothing more -- that's probably his ceiling.



Position(s): PG-SG | Height: 6'4'' | Weight: 165 lbs. | Age: 22 | School / Team: Kentucky | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 11.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, 6.7 assists

With the twenty-first pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Atlanta Hawks select Jeff Williams. As a result of Pollard going to New York and Cowen to the Grizzlies, the Hawks felt like they needed a point guard -- another questionable decision, with Mike Bibby, Luke Ridnour and Jeff Teague on board. This pick has "Bibby out" written all over it... if that's the case, it's an insurance pick for the future. Williams was overshadowed by teammates like Darnell Dodson and Josh Harrelson, but the 6-foot-4 point guard quietly had a brilliant season being a constant triple-double threat. If he wants to succeed in the league, he will need to gain more weight. He looked happy landing in Atlanta... that is if Bibby leaves, or he won't see much action.



Position(s): SF-SG | Height: 6'7'' | Weight: 226 lbs. | Age: 23 | School / Team: Vanderbilt | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 12.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.3 assists

With the twenty-second pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Utah Jazz select Preston Burks. Burks told ESPN that his goal for draft day was “to play on a good team.” The 46-win Jazz qualify on that and he can help the team improve on that win total even more, as he is maybe one of the best all-around players of this class. This "master-of-none" skill set allows to count on him into a number of different roles offensively, many of which blur the lines between the small forward and shooting guard spots, as the swingman he is. Perhaps, he needs to get stronger and a little more aggressive in his rebounding. Utah now boosts three small forwards, all of them no more than 24 years old: C.J. Miles (24), Gordon Hayward (21) and Burks (23).



Position(s): PF-C | Height: 6'9'' | Weight: 234 lbs. | Age: 21 | School / Team: Memphis | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 11.0 points, 8.2 rebounds, 0.9 assists

With the twenty-third pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Dallas Mavericks select Carlton Perkins. So far, the biggest steal of this year goes to the Mavericks. The direction Perkins moved is not something he was probably happy about; the ex-Memphis bigman was looking like a lock to be selected in the lottery, perhaps no lower than the 17th or 18th pick, bus as he dropped down the draft board, his value rose. Mavs general manager Donnie Nelson likes the fact that Carlton, a superb rebounder and a tower in the inside, will be heading to Dallas with a large chip on his shoulder. Whether his athleticism or "uncoachable" attitude caused him to slip down, the fact that he'll be hungry to prove doubters wrong bodes well for coach Rick Carlisle and the rest of the team roster. Watch out for him.



Position(s): SF-PF | Height: 6'8'' | Weight: 231 lbs. | Age: 21 | School / Team: Cincinnati | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 15.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.4 assists

With the twenty-fourth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Chicago Bulls select Bill Blake. Chicago was one of the best defensive teams in the league last season under head coach Tom Thibodeau, but getting more defensive is never a mistake. At 6-8, Bill can defend almost anyone. He's not a very good shooter, but when the team needs offense, he's there -- most of his averaged 16 points came in the paint. He is versatile enough to defend in the paint or on the perimeter, and he's a menace in the passing lanes, always looking for steals. Bottom line, even if he never develops a consistent offensive skill, his defensive prowess will earn him a spot in the Bulls roster. Great pick by general manager Gar Forman.



Position(s): PF-C | Height: 6'9'' | Weight: 268 lbs. | Age: 23 | School / Team: Kansas State | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 13.4 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.0 assists

With the twenty-fifth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Oklahoma City Thunder select Corey West. Great pick from OKC; team's fans should be ecstatic right now. West's work ethic and rebounding will translate to the NBA game from day one, being able to help the team right away, next to Jeff Green and Cole Aldrich in the frontcourt. Standing only 6'9'' with shoes on, Corey is going to give you 150 percent every play of the game. One would go out on a limb and say he has an energy tank attached to his body. In addition to being a monster rebounder, he is also an interesting defensive prospect, who seems to take pride on that side of the floor. The only question mark that leaves West is his offensive skill set: when it comes to creating his own shot, he's invisible; but the Thunder have Kevin Durant for that. Leave Corey in the glass and see him explode.



Position(s): SG-SF | Height: 6'7'' | Weight: 205 lbs. | Age: 21 | School / Team: Connecticut | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 16.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.9 assists

With the twenty-sixth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Boston Celtics select Zee Otoo. Another NLSC Academy prospect in the draft board. The happiest draft pick of the night had to be former Connecticut swingman Otoo; yes, he went down from most mock drafts, but "playing alongside Paul Pierce and Ray Allen is too good to pass up", in his own words. Zee earned a well-deserved reputation alongside NBA scouts because he has all the tools you want in a swingman. He has a smooth jump shot and uncanny vision for a player his size; he even posted a triple-double with the Huskies. If he could give a consistent effort on defense and be less turnover prone, he could be another steal. Props to coach Doc Rivers.



Position(s): SF-PF | Height: 6'9'' | Weight: 229 lbs. | Age: 20 | School / Team: USC | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 13.2 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists

With the twenty-seventh pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Orlando Magic select Adrian Miles. Miles shows a very interesting mix of size and shooting ability at 6'9'', being capable of putting the ball in the net both with his feet set or off the dribble. He has a very quick release on his jumper; combine that with his height and unlimited confidence in his scoring skills. That makes him a dangerous weapon to have out on the court. Issues around him would be about his ability to guard, especially out on the perimeter; and also his playing time, as Orlando already features Rashard Lewis, Quentin Richardson and Ryan Anderson. Picking a point guard would have made much more sense here; another questionable selection.



Position(s): PG-SG | Height: 6'3'' | Weight: 194 lbs. | Age: 21 | School / Team: Villanova | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 13.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.6 assists

With the twenty-eighth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers select Kevin Johnson. And this is how Orlando tied a pretty red bow on a gift box for Phil Jackson's team: Villanova point guard Johnson. This couldn't be better for the Lakers, as Derek Fisher retired last month and Steve Blake was the only true point guard in the roster. He has a quick first step, a solid mid-range game and also a great rebounder for his size. He’s someone who can score in bunches off the bench. Jackson should wonder if Johnson will be able to get away with some of the things that he did with the Wildcats: his shot selection, the tunnel-vision he shows. If he does, then this pick will be better than expected.



Position(s): C-PF | Height: 7'1'' | Weight: 262 lbs. | Age: 21 | School / Team: Fenerbahce Ulker (Turkey) | Country: Ukraine
Key statistical averages: 14.6 points, 10.3 rebounds, 0.8 assists

With the twenty-ninth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the San Antonio Spurs select Artem Popov. Finally the time for the Spurs to pick! The team now has eight players in the frontcourt: Tim Duncan, Drew Gooden, Matt Bonner, Tiago Splitter, DeJuan Blair, James Gist, Marcus Cousin and Popov. On a quick glimpse, this selection says general manager R.C. Buford has a trade on the works, as he got the player he wanted from the beginning: a constant double-double poster with Fenerbahce, Artem is a true 7-footer (7'1'', to be precise), and presents some intriguing skills. He is a proven rebounder and shot-blocker, and can contribute on the glass right away, as a backup for Timmy and Blair, as his stamina is a weakness. This first year looks for him to get used to the rotation. Gooden and Bonner seem to be out of the AT&T Center in any moment.



Position(s): C-PF | Height: 6'11'' | Weight: 267 lbs. | Age: 20 | School / Team: Marquette | Country: United States
Key statistical averages: 12.8 points, 9.9 rebounds, 1.4 assists

With the thirtieth pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Miami Heat select Theo Barrett. Another guy who eats rebounds for breakfast. With the retirements of Zydrunas Ilgauskas and Juwan Howard, this was a lock for the Heat. There were thoughts that Miami would take advantage of one of the big names, like NLSC Academy prospect Jesrie Calimbas, that slipped down, but it looks like the front office had their minds set on a big and they got it. Barrett was one of college basketball's most versatile bigmen last year, with creativity and a high basketball I.Q. under the hoop, also blocking a ton of shots. He can run the floor very well and is an excellent athlete, but lacks strength for his size and struggles in the defensive end. He might end up absorbing personal fouls, much like DeSagana Diop did in his time with Dallas.

[kibaxx7]

I'd prefer that it's Leaveland, LeBron can kiss my ass when we beat him.

Good then. I think you would have more playing time at shooting guard, with Moon and Mo.

I'm suprised that Portland didn't take him. tehy've already got Aldrige,Batum. And Roy & Matthews! They need some type of Point Guard, not positions that already have strength.

Yeah I know. It was a simmed draft.. some picks leave something to be desired. I guess I will have to make some CPU trades when the regular season begins...

Gimme yours and Ill give you mine(draft app.)

Check Page 4 for the application. You take NLSCers?

Well I guess they envisioned him as a SG and not a PG. Even though I would be more of the SG type..

If the Blazers scouts had seen some NCAA, they would know Axel led the team to the championship as the starting PG!

Will be keeping tabs on that #1 pick. Portland in the lottery and making bad picks.

Alex will drop the bomb in this league! Silva is a nice pick for Portland IMO. In case Oden goes down again. Ramsey, well...

Some interesting players in the top 15. Can't wait to see where my alter ego ends up

ATL. I think it's a good place for you, that is if I trade Bibby away to get you more playing time (Bibby, Ridnour, Teague and you are the PG's)

So happy I got Popov! 2nd Round coming soon. Less detail, most 2nd round picks suck anyway (not GINOBILI)

[Kenny]

Nice team, but as you said, I probably won't get a lot of minutes there... unless they put me on while the Greatest Player in the World is resting

[Bucket]

Pollard? Can you post a picture

[Larvae]

Wow, Kevin Johnson Cool

[Martti.]

I like my team.

[Mavs4Life]

Boston got the steal of the draft in Zee.

[dare]

Who is Kevin Johnson?

[rise]

I feel like I've been taken by Boston a few other times in other stories.

Seriously, Boston really did get a steal. Hell, they've basically built their future on draft steals: me and Rajon Rondo.

[Bucket]

Glen Davis and Rajon Rondo.

Fixed.

[kibaxx7]

Nice team, but as you said, I probably won't get a lot of minutes there... unless they put me on while the Greatest Player in the World is resting

Yeah, I'll try to trade Bibby away. You and Teague make a nice young combo.

Pollard? Can you post a picture

Why? It's a generated player.

Wow, Kevin Johnson Cool

Who is Kevin Johnson?

NLSCer -- maksie, I haven't seen him around lately...

I like my team.

Nice to hear

Boston got the steal of the draft in Zee.

So far, yes it is. Dallas also got a steal in Perkins.

I feel like I've been taken by Boston a few other times in other stories.

Seriously, Boston really did get a steal. Hell, they've basically built their future on draft steals: me and Rajon Rondo.

Fixed.

Also Delonte West is out of the team, so you'll get more playing time behind Ray Ray.

Later -- a quick 2nd round review (all 30 picks) and some of my plans going to free agency. I want to start this ASAP!

[Mavs4Life]

Free agency , can't wait for this!