Centers
October 26, 2007
By: Drew Schustek
Update! Writer
The era of the slow-footed, poster-board center is dead. The NBA has moved away from the traditional inside-out, defensive minded slog-fests that plagued the early nineties and re-established itself as a fluid game, powered by high-octane offenses. A quick glance at the run-and-gun Phoenix Suns or Toronto Raptors proves these suspicions. But does that mean the center has gone the way of the dinosour? In fantasy ball, more and more combo power forward/centers are finding their way into lineups. And this is by no means a bad thing. Big guys are stepping out and draining the three, handing the ball off ably and spreading the floor — in short, they’ve become one of the most versatile positions in the league. Owning a top-flight center can put you over the edge in multiple categories and help you win your league. To help you maximize the most out of the position UPDATE! presents its Top 20 centers of 2007:
Orlando Magic
Comment: Howard is developing into one of the best players in the NBA and is a force to be reckoned with. One of the most ferocious rebounders in the game, Howard scares opponent’s silly. His 60.3 FG% was second in the league among centers, doubling the average points per game average of the leader, Tyson Chandler. Throw in a block or two, and he’s the clear cut No. 2, but beware: his FT% is worth gagging over so draft accordingly and pick up a player or two to even out his disability to make free throws.
Houston Rockets
Comment: Yao at two? You’re damn right; Let me explain. Howard put up near identical (if not better) stats than Yao last season, playing in all 82 games while Yao has suited up for just 105 games over the last two seasons. Yao is an unbelievable center, who if healthy would probably be the best in the NBA, but because of his health and the emergence of Howard, he’s going to have to sit at No. 2 until he proves he can stay healthy.
Phoenix Suns
Comment: When Shaq says you’re scary, you know you’ve made it. Amare missed the entire 2005 season due to knee surgery but returned in full force last season, playing all 82 games. Stoudemire is the most athletic center in the NBA and fits in perfectly with the high tempo-fast breaking Suns. He recently had knee surgery to clean some kinks out but says he feels absolutely fine and there’s no reason to not believe him. Owners can expect mind boggling numbers including one of the best field goal percentages in the league, 20-plus points, 10-plus rebounds, a block and a steal.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: Turns out they’re sticking with Pau at center this season. Gasol owns a game that matches his hair and beard. He’s a hard working big man and will give owners a solid 20 points and nine rebounds as well as several assists a game. He can block shots and be a valuable asset to any team.
Indiana Pacers
Comment: Health is still an issue, but O’Neal contributed great numbers last season. He is another sure thing for 20 points and 10 rebounds with a swat that could block a missile. He has fragile legs which could lead to an injury, but the real issue dogging O’Neal is the trade rumors swirling about. Don’t worry too much; the boy from the bayou will be alright in the end.
Utah Jazz
Comment: Okur is a rising star who saw a bit of a fall off in rebounds last season but still posted a solid year, finishing off with 18 points, seven rebounds and two assists a game. What makes Okur valuable is his ability to give you almost two three pointers a game — unheard of from a center. His solid health and consistent game play give Okur the edge over most big men in the league and should put up a monster season on the Jazz.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: The only good thing that came out of the Minnesota-Boston blockbuster deal was sending this kid away from the Knicks. Jefferson is a beast on the boards and a pretty good offensive force as well. Expect 20 points and 10 rebounds with some nice percentages.
Denver Nuggets
Comment: Why is last season’s leading shotblocker so low you may ask? Camby will put up monster stats (10-plus rebounds with two blocks a game), but he has never played more than 70 games in one season. His health is a major issue, making him a high risk-reward player. If he’s healthy, or you’re willing to hedge your bets, Camby is a Top 5 center, but don’t expect it. Enjoy your time with Camby while it lasts.
New Orleans Hornets
Comment: Chandler is a beast on the boards and will give you great FG percentage along with two blocks a game. He’s entering his prime years of his career and you should take full advantage of this rising talent. Like most big men, beware of his FT% and low assist numbers.
Detroit Pistons
Comment: Wallace is a great basketball player who contributes to every fantasy team he’s on. He should give you 14 points and seven rebounds this season as well as a block, a three pointer and a steal per game which is pretty elite company. He shed 25 pounds during the off-season and looks determined for some more hardware.
Chicago Bulls
Comment: Talk about underrated fantasy players; Wallace fills the box score night after night giving owners blocks, steals, assists, and of course rebounds on a consistent basis. Although his offensive numbers lack, his defense will give you big numbers when you need them. He’s a ferocious and fiery basketball player that gives his all and his stats will reflect that.
Portland Trailblazers
Comment: Aldridge posted solid rookie numbers in limited time. He will be a vital component of this team in 2007, especially considering Oden’s season ending surgery. Aldridge could very well have a monster season and has tremendous upside. 17 points and 10 rebounds is not out of the question.
Philadelphia 76ers
Comment: One of the game’s best shot blockers, Dalembert makes hopeful scorers look silly when they try to drive in on his turf. He’s a great rebounder as well and should give owners a solid 10 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks a game with some percentages that might just help your team.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: Finally, Harrington might have found a team that he could blossom on. He’s a tremendous talent and could be put to good use on the faux-Suns — the Warriors. Expect a solid 16 points and seven rebounds along with three assists and a three pointer a game. But if you are looking for a high percentage shooter, stay away.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: Out of nowhere, everyone started talking about some Pokemon sounding guy in the NBA; That was Biedrins, who came out thin air last year and helped propel the Warriors into the playoffs. Biedrins can block a shot, and will give owners good rebounding numbers with a nice FG% , but will deplete your FT%, so draft accordingly
Cleveland Cavaliers
Comment: Owners saw good numbers two seasons ago and wonder where they went; they were probably stolen by Lebron. Big Z still has game and Coach Mike Brown wants to give him more playing time which should make him a safe bet to draft in your later rounds.
Milwaukee Bucks
Comment: This is the year he’s gonna break out. Bogut recently hurt his wrist but the severity of the injury has been downplayed and should be up and running within the first week of the season. Bogut has a world of talent and is a great rebounder that will give owners a nice FG% but like most centers, a bad FT%. Expect 15 points with 10 rebounds and three assists.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: Kaman went on an absolute tear two seasons ago, but last season didn’t perform quite as well as most expected. Kaman has talent and will be called upon as the No. 1 big man on the Clippers now that Brand is out until mid-February. He is still young; and a return to his 05-06 breakout season isn’t out of the question.
Los Angeles Lakers
Comment: Don’t doubt how tough he is; remember when he fought Shaq? All the hype is for a reason; Bynum will be called upon as one of the leaders of this Lakers team and will get a ton of playing time. With his talent, 15 and nine is a strong possibility in the coming months, but given his age and inexperience, stay away until late.
Seattle Supersonics
Comment: Wilcox showed signs of greatness and has gone overlooked in every draft. Snag him when you get the chance and the reward will be worth it. Wilcox fits in perfectly with the new and much improved fast breaking Supersonics.
Shooting Guards
October 20, 2007
By: Drew Schustek
Update! Writer
Who else talks smack like Kobe Bryant? And who else could drain crazy fade-aways like Vince Carter? Certainly no other position is as exciting to watch as shooting guards. And in fantasy basketball it’s just as fun to watch them fill up the box-score. A Top 5 shooting guard could do it all and might just put you on top of the standings. So without further ado, UPDATE! presents its Top 20 shooting guards of 2007:
Los Angeles Lakers
Comment: No argument can be made to justify a lower spot for Bryant. Easily the best scorer in basketball today (33.5 points per game the last two seasons), Bryant will give owners mind-boggling scoring with decent percentages. But is that all he can do? NO! Kobe consistently averages about six rebounds and five assists a game! Add in that delicious steal and it’s a no brainer. And those 50 point per game weeks are also a ton of fun that will leave you smiling uncontrollably. Don’t worry about the trade demands, don’t worry about a thing. Just draft and enjoy.
Miami Heat
Comment: Don’t worry about his surgery; Wade is among the best players in the league with a heart comparable to Willis Reed. Wade will put up 28 points with five boards and eight assists again no question and with good percentages to boot. Go ahead, ask if he can get you a steal. He’ll get you two. His point guard eligibility brings Wade into elite groups of players that don’t come around very often. The only thing Wade lacks is the ability to shoot the three, but he’s so good that it really doesn’t matter. Turnovers are plentiful and he will start the season on the injured list but dont fret; draft Wade if you have the chance.
Denver Nuggets
Comment: Allen proved he could play last season with Carmelo Anthony. He kept up his usual high scoring ways while gratifying owners with a healthy load of assists and steals. With a full season together expect Iverson to be at the hight of his game; the Nuggets are viable contenders in the West and he will be the team’s true catalyst.
Boston Celtics
Comment: That triangle in Boston is just outright scary. A versatile shooting guard, Allen has a great shot and an overall game that is near perfect for the Celtics new team. Garnett will be double teamed on a nightly basis as well as Pierce. Who will be their go-to guy? Allen, who should give owners 25-plus points along with four boards, four assists and a steal per game. His free throw percentage is extremely high and he doesn’t turn the ball over too often as well. Although he is 32 and his health is not exactly amazing, he will be an incredible fantasy performer.
New Jersey Nets
Comment: Carter could be the best player in all of basketball if he really tried. His bad field goal percentage comes from silly shot selection; he takes shots from anywhere, including half court just for fun, but in reality he’s good enough to take whatever shots he wants. Carter is a lock for 23-plus points, five rebounds and five assists per game with a steal as well. If only fantasy sports gave points for style.
Houston Rockets
Comment: T-Mac is one of the best shooters in the league and one of the most fun to watch. He has a certain flow to his game that’s liquid and smooth — rewarding owners with nice, beefy stats. His proneness to injury (only 196 games played last three seasons) is a factor to consider, but McGrady always delivers when he’s on the court. 25 points, five boards and six assists with a steal is just another day at work for McGrady, but look out for his weak percentages.
Atlanta Hawks
Comment: I think Phoenix might be missing him a tad bit. Johnson averaged 25 points, four rebounds and four assists but only played 57 games due to an injury. Johnson is not injury prone and played 82 games in each of his last four seasons, so don’t worry. Atlanta is an up and coming team and Johnson is ready for another monster year.
Sacramento Kings
Comment: Say hello to the future, folks. Martin is a rising superstar and is here to stay. In only his third year, Martin averaged 21 points, four rebounds and two assists per game. Martin owners: expect much, much more. He has the skill set to score 25-26 points per game and should see his assist numbers go up with a determined and capable Kings team. Forget Akon and DJ Khaled; this kid is takin’ over.
Milwaukee Bucks
Comment: This lefty can score. Redd, along with his awkward (but pinpoint accurate) shot gives fantasy owners a nice scorer (27 points a game) who doesn’t do much of anything else. Redd is always a threat to lead the league in scoring and should be among the league leaders.
Portland Trailblazers
Comment: Roy, last season’s rookie of the year, will be the No. 1 go-to guy for the Trailblazers and should see his numbers soar. In limited time, Roy scored 17 per game with four rebounds and four assists. Add in more playing time and added responsibility and that translates into 20, five and six. Don’t be surprised if he reps the Western Conference in the All Star game, folks.
Charlotte Bobcats
Comment: Athletic and versatile, Richardson now sees himself on a new team: The Bobcats. Immediately, he has become the No. 1 scoring option. With a talented supporting cast featuring Gerald Wallace and Raymond Felton, he just might see better days in Charlotte then he did in Oakland. He’s a lock for 20 points, five rebounds and five assists a game.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: Miller was an absolute force last year, scoring almost 20 a game while hitting three treys every time he stepped on the hardwood. He also gave owners a decent five rebounds and four assists. But his real value lies in his marksmanship. He was three (how ironic) three pointers away from tying the league leaders, Raja Bell and Gilbert Arenas, and should be among the top five again on a woesfully outclassed Memphis squad.
Dallas Mavericks
Comment: The Jet will be playing the two guard this year and shouldn’t see much of a drop off in terms of stats. He produced a nicely last season with 17 points, three rebounds and five assists, along with two three pointers and a steal per game. Terry is a safe bet and one of the most under rated players in the game today.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: In limted time, Ellis flaunted his stuff and showed everyone in the rookie-sophomore challenge game that he is the most athletic shooting guard in the league. A rising star, Ellis finds himself now starting for the Warriors. Owners should expect 18 points, five rebounds and five assists a game, as well as bragging rights for how many times he will show up on Sport Center for his outrageous dunks.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: Davis showed he had skills a couple of seasons back on Boston when he went on a tear, outshining Paul Pierce. He is now on the suddenly lackluster Timberwolves and should put up similar stats as last season: 17 points, four rebounds and five assists a game. Look for the same numbers and same crazy facial hair.
Chicago Bulls
Comment: The over-hyped and overrated Gordon does nothing but score. With rumors of a trade to the Lakers for Kobe, Gordon might have other things on his mind than the basket. Don’t be the sucker that takes him too early; save Gordon for late.
Detroit Pistons
Comment: Hamilton is a good scorer who doesn’t do much of anything else. His name is much bigger than his game and is a nice piece of trade bait for the newbie’s in your fantasy league. A utility man at best, Hamilton doesn’t offer a box filling stat line and should be drafted in the very late rounds.
San Antonio Spurs
Comment: Manu is a decent shooting guard with range. He’s no all star, but he’ll get you 16 points, four rebounds and four assists in limited playing time. Don’t question Pop on why he plays so little time, considering they did win the championship last season.
Phoenix Suns
Comment: He did lead the league in three’s last year with Gilbert Arenas, but he doesn’t do much of anything else. Bell is a solid player and would play best in a utility role; take Bell in the late rounds. If you can snag him late, he’s a nice piece of trade bait for those in your league who have no three point shooters.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: A lot of potential here, but Maggette gets injured way too much to warrant a higher spot. Expect 16 points, five and two or three assists if healthy, but beware — in all likelihood Maggette will get injured.
Houston Rockets
Comment: Head will lead the league in threes one day. One of the most dangerous and underrated shooters in the league, Head should be getting more touches, as Yao and T-Mac get double teamed.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: Conley is extremely determined to prove to everyone he was not just Greg Oden’s sidekick. He looks fantastic in the preseason and seems ready to do some damage.
Denver Nuggets
Comment: Boy, does this kid have game. An unbelievable shooter, Smith should see a lot of the ball when Carmelo Anthony and Allen Iverson are double teamed. Smith might just average 18 points with four or five assists in an increased role on the Nuggets.
Milwaukee Bucks
Comment: Out of nowhere, Bell showed signs of greatness last season, going on sporadic 20-plus point sprees. Could this be the year he shows us he’s for real?
Sacramento Kings
Comment: Salmons has the skills to be a great player, but is always stuck on a team where he is unable to grow. Now on the Kings, this could be his year. In very limited time, Salmons had nine points, three rebounds, three assists and a steal. This could be his breakout season.
New York Knicks
Comment: Crawford might be the most mediocre player in the NBA. Don’t be the fool in your draft who thinks just because he’s shown signs of greatness he will be great. Please; stay away from Crawford and his sub-40 percent field goal mark.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Comment: Just don’t do it, people. Not only does he kill the chemistry of the entire team, Hughes will never repeat his 2004-2005 breakout season numbers. Like Crawford, a 40 percent field goal clip won’t get you far in the NBA.
New Orleans Hornets
Comment: His career is just about done . Peja has played in just over 37 games per season since the 2004-2005 season. It isn’t worth having him rot on your bench all season just to have him come back and get you excited; then get hurt again.
Miami Heat
Comment: Word has it, the Heat don’t feel comfortable with Cook and could be sending him down to the developmental leagues. Stay away from this rookie for now.
Philadelphia 76ers
Comment: Korver’s an above average shooter, but that’s about it. Some swear he’s the next coming of Mark Price, but that day is a long way off. Korver is an over-hyped bust to say the least; maybe his, long hair is covering his eyes.
Point Guards
October 16, 2007
By: Drew Schustek
Update! Writer
The point guard is the team leader. He calls the plays, dictates the tempo of the game, sets up his teamates and, when needed, drills the open shot. And in fantasy ball they’re no different. Owning a guy like Steve Nash virtually ensures you own the assists category every week, and the position is usually a valuable source of steals. One or two top flight point guards could mean the difference between a first place finish and a third. So pay attention. UPDATE! presents its Top 20 point guards of 2007:
Phoenix Suns
Comment: Forget about Gilbert Arenas for now. Steve Nash is the undisputed No. 1 point guard in the NBA. He may not score 30 points a game, but what other point guard will shoot over 50 percent from the field and net you over 10 assists a game? And in league’s that don’t consider turnovers, you can even bump him up a few spots on your draft cheat sheet.
Washington Wizards
Comment: Arenas might be one of the best pure scorers in the NBA. Nobody can get to the hoop and finish a play just like him. That being said, he only averaged six assists last season and shot a paltry 41.8 percent from the field — numbers that won’t likely see much increase.
New Jersey Nets
Comment: At 33, Jason Kidd had the best season of his career in 2007. While he’ll never come close to Oscar Robertson workman-like tripe-double routine, in the modern era of basketball there’s no one better at filling a box score than Kidd. His low shooting percentage and slowly dropping point totals are the only thing keeping him from the top spot on this list.
Utah Jazz
Comment: Williams emerged as a legitimate playmaker last season alongside Carlos Boozer and Mehmet Okur. While some will argue Chris Paul is a better value, Williams has a better supporting cast, passes with more efficiency and shoots for a higher percentage than Paul, even if he doesn’t give you as many rebounds or points. More importantly however, Williams has no ceiling. He made a gigantic leap forward in just his second year; there’s no telling how good he’ll be in his third.
New Orleans Hornets
Comment: Paul’s breakout rookie campaign earned him comparisons to Jason Kidd. And a quick look at his numbers would confirm this accurate comparison. But unlike Kidd, Paul has nobody else to help him carry the load — Peja Stojakovic has been an injured shadow of his former sharp shooting self and Tyson Chandler is hardly a scoring machine. Defenses will clamp down on Paul and try to stymie his production; fortunately, he’s too good for it too make much difference.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: Injuries have derailed Davis’ past five seasons in the NBA. But when he’s healthy, he’s hard to beat. Finally injury free, Davis will exploit coach Don Nelson’s offense and could have a career year. The Warriors are a young and exciting team, and the addition of Al Harrington only makes them better. Look for good things from Davis this season.
Detroit Pistons
Comment: Billups has been the model of consistency with the Pistons. Why expect anything different from his this season? Under Flip Saunders the Pistons have been more offensively proficient, and Billups has benefited the most in the form of points and assists. While he won’t wow you in any particular category, he’s the type of box score stud every owner wants on his team.
Philadelphia 76ers
Comment: Miller often goes as the unsung man as far as fantasy point guards go. But he quietly produces across the board (with the exception of three’s) and is one of just a handful of point guards that could average over eight assists per game. On a team like the woeful 76ers, there has to be at least some concern. But the pros out weigh the cons when it comes to Miller. He’s a steal.
Toronto Raptors
Comment: At just 24, Ford has a pretty high ceiling for improvement. And playing in the Phoenix Suns-lite offense of the East, he’s in as good a spot as any. He’s got plenty of talent surrounding him in Andrea Bargnani and Chris Bosh, and the Raptors look to be a sleeper team in the East. The only concern is that the surprising play of Jose Calderon could cut into his minutes.
Chicago Bulls
Comment: Hinrich averaged nearly 45 percent from the field and 42 from behind the arc last season (both career highs). There is an amazing amount of potential here, but it might not come fully realized in Chicago. With the emergence Andres Nocioni and Luol Deng along with Ben Gordon, there might not be enough balls to go around. Still, Hinrich is a safe choice at the point guard position.
Milwaukee Bucks
Comment: Williams emerged as a true sharp shooter last season in Milwaukee. The Bucks just aren’t good enough to compete in a strengthening Eastern Conference however. Plus, he’s been injury prone over his short career. Look for similar numbers from Williams this season.
Charlotte Bobcats
Comment: In his second season on the court Felton developed into a legitimate scoring threat. Now with a healthy Emeka Okafor and Jason Richardson in the mix, Felton should raise his shooting percentages. Losing Sean May hurts, but not enough to deter you from taking this stud point guard.
San Antonio Spurs
Comment: As good as Parker is on the court, he doesn’t make the best fantasy point guard. He doesn’t shoot three pointers, can’t rebound and doesn’t rack up the assists. What gets him on this list are his high field goal percentages (52%), nearly 19 points a game and the steal he averages.
New York Knicks
Comment: Forget his last two seasons in New York. Playing on a reloaded roster, he’ll be looking to prove he’s a top tier point guard in the NBA. He’s still one of the strongest point guards in the game and has the opportunity to pile up the assists tossing the ball to Zach Randolph and Eddy Curry.
Sacramento Kings
Comment: Mike Bibby has always been one of the premier scoring point guards in the League. But on a Kings team loaded with big passers (think Brad Miller or Vlade Divac) he has never put together a passing game reminiscent of, say, John Stockton. The Kings have done little to rectify their sluggish play during the off-season, so expect Bibby to carry the load offensively while remaining a bit of a sore in other categories.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: Foye showed a lot of promise last season as a rookie. He’ll get plenty of court time now that Kevin Garnett’s gone. This team is slated to finish at the bottom of the West, but at least Foye will get the minutes and touches to make him a viable fantasy option. The only thing that hurts is his percentages, which will likely stay below the 40 percent mark.
Boston Celtics
Comment: Rondo showed some real promise in his rookie season. And while he certainly won’t be an offensive mainstay playing along side Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, his game should improve sufficiently to make him a fantasy option with considerable upside. The Celtics lack true depth, and Rondo might be their only true point guard. If he plays well, he could be a huge source of assists.
Orlando Magic
Comment: Orlando landed an instant offense score when it snatched up Rashard Lewis during the off-season. Nelson could be the one to quietly benefit the most from his inclusion in a young and front-loaded roster. His numbers were down last season, but with a new offensive toy to play with he should see an obvious increase in assists and percentages.
Dallas Mavericks
Comment: Harris has the immediate advantage of playing for one of the most balanced offensive teams in the NBA. The flipside is that he’ll be fighting for minutes. Coach Avery Johnson has already said that he will downscale guard Jason Terry’s role this season, and if Harris steps up he could find himself on the court come crunch time.
Indiana Pacers
Comment: While he has shown flashes of talent, Tinsley has spent far too much time on the disabled list to have a powerful impact on the Pacers. Last season he played 72 games, his most since the 2002-2003 season. But the Pacers just aren’t that good, and Tinsley will have a hard time finding the playmakers to drive up his assist totals. And his 38.9 field goal percentage from last season is an unappealing eyesore.
Portland Trailblazers
Comment: Losing Greg Oden hurts big time. But will it hurt Jarret Jack’s game? He made huge strides in his second season and will be Portland’s point guard of the future. The Trailblazers have loads of frontcourt talent — even without Oden — and Brandon Roy is a good enough shooter to spread the floor. Jack will have plenty of places to put the ball, and a breakout season could very well be in order.
Toronto Raptors
Comment: Calderon shot over 50 percent from the floor and averaged five assists a game in just 21 minutes last season. He will be hard pressed to find minutes with T.J. Ford playing in front of him, but Calderon might the best point guard the Raptors have. Should injury befall Ford, Calderon’s numbers will skyrocket.
Chicago Bulls
Comment: Duhon saw some reduction in minutes last season. But at just 25, Duhon has yet to enter the prime of his career. Expect him to regain those minutes this season and post decent numbers across the board as backup point guard. He has shown himself to be a great playmaker in limited minutes on the court. This season he could take the next step forward.
Denver Nuggets
Comment: You know what you’re getting with this journeyman point guard. Now with the Nuggets, who lack depth at the position, Atkins will find himself with a good amount of minutes, especially given his reputation as a lock-down defender. Over five assists a game would not be unlikely from Atkins this season.
Seattle Supersonics
Comment: West will be the point guard of the future for the Sonics. Earl Watson is too small and Luke Ridnour will be wearing a facemask the first month of the season with a broken nose. Look for career highs across the board from as he teams up with Kevin Durant in the North West.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: Livingston is forever being touted as a future Hall of Famer, with uncanny playmaking ability and the height and speed to dominate other defenders. But we’ll never find out because he is perennially injured. Still recovering from a gruesome knee surgery, he will open the season on the injured list. Don’t expect him to eat up court time upon his return.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: Although this roving point guard was once a solid fantasy option for owners in need of assists and steals, his value has dropped tremendously playing with the Clippers. He will be stuck behind Sam Cassell on the depth chart and could have trouble producing in limited minutes. And Elton Brand’s season ending injury limits the Clippers offensive production from the get-go.
Houston Rockets
Comment: After averaging 20 points and nearly six assists for the Raptors in 2005, James was gigantic disappointment with Houston last season. His numbers dropped across the board and there’s nothing to indicate that they’ll rebound. There’s an influx of new point guards on their way, including Steve Francis, and it’s hard to envision James greatly eclipsing last season’s numbers.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: Telfair wasn’t any good in Portland or Boston, and he certainly won’t be much better in Minnesota’s lackluster lineup. Telfair has been a universal bust; his lack of size and inability to develop a consistent jumper have turned him into a poor man’s version of Stephon Marbury.
Seattle Supersonics
Comment: Forget about breaking his nose in preseason. Ridnour faces too much competition for owners to depend on steady minutes. Earl Watson and standout Delonte West will take away too many minutes for Ridnour to be depended on. Don’t expect much out of him this season — even on a severely undermanned Seattle team.
Power Forwards
October 15, 2007
By: Drew Schustek
Update! Writer
No position boasts more depth than the power forward. With guys like Kevin Garnett, Shawn Marion and Tim Duncan leading the way, the position has become unique. Power forwards have become the every-man of the team — passing, scoring, blocking and even providing the occasional three pointer. A guy like Dirk Nowitzki does it all. UPDATE! presents its list of the top 20 power forwards headin into the 2007-08 season:
Boston Celtics
Comment: Aside from his sweet jumper and his ability to block and steal on a nightly basis, Garnett has averaged at least 20 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists per game for nine consecutive seasons (Top 3 fantasy performer for the past five years). What does this mean for Garnett owners? Same old KG with at least two more assists. There’s also a rumor he might gain center eligibility playing for the undersized Celtics.
Phoenix Suns
Comment: Marion is consistently one of the best rebounders in the league at 6-7. Don’t fret over his low assist numbers, though. He should see them improve with the emergence of a healthy Amare Stoudemire and a (sleeper?) rejuvenated Grant Hill. And how about 1.5 blocks a game or his extremely high percentages? He never turns the ball over and if you’re really nice about it, he’ll give you a three every game! Just don’t watch him shoot it, you might throw up.
Dallas Mavericks
Comment: Nowitzki’s overall play earned him an MVP award last season. But when it came to the playoffs, he was nowhere to be found. Nowitzki should be motivated to prove all the critics that he’s for real; look for the same old Nowitzki numbers (20 plus points, nine rebounds, four assists and incredible percentages as well as the signature Nowitzki three pointer almost every game).
Toronto Raptors
Comment: How fitting that he plays for the Raptors; Bosh is a flat out beast all around and a physical specimen to behold. The young Raptors are developing into quite a team with Bosh as the centerpiece. The way this kid is maturing, the sky is the limit. Bosh is also emerging as one of the game’s best shot blockers if that isn’t enough. Pencil him in for 20 and 10 with a block or two a game and draft him if you get the chance.
San Antonio Spurs
Comment: Many say that Duncan’s health is declining (wrong: 160 games played last two seasons) and that he can’t handle the game anymore (wrong again). Duncan loves proving people wrong and every year he does just that. A lock for 20 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks every season, as well as a nice FG percentage. The only thing he lacks is consistency from the free throw line.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: Aside from one of the coolest names in basketball, Gasol also owns a game that matches his hair and beard. Gasol is a hard working big man and will give owners a solid 20 points and nine rebounds as well as several assists a game. But what makes Gasol stand out from the rest of the class is his ability to block shots as well as give owners a cool team name like Pow! Gasol. Wait, who in their right minds would do that?
Utah Jazz
Comment: Boozer played like a man with a mission last year and managed to stay fairly healthy, delivering mightily for owners who took a risk on him. But he’s just not worth the high draft pick. He’s past injury history makes him too much of risk/reward risk to take him in as top pick. Still, out of respect for his monster season Boozer gets a top ten nod.
Indiana Pacers
Comment: Health is still an issue, but O’Neal contributed great numbers last season. He is another sure thing for 20 points and 10 rebounds with a swat that could block a missile. He has fragile legs which could lead to an injury, but the real issue dogging O’Neal is the trade rumors swirling about. Don’t worry too much; the boy from the bayou will be alright in the end.
Charlotte Bobcats
Comment: The young Okafur, who has dropped ten pounds during the off-season, has an extremely solid game that is improving each season. A defensive specialist, Okafur has, bar none, the best timing for blocking shots in the entire NBA. A monster on the boards, Okafur showed signs of Moses Malone-esque rebounding last year. With Sean May hurt, Okafur will be relied upon as the No. 1 big man to guide the up and coming Bobcats. And Jason Richardson should take away some of the pressure as well.
New York Knicks
Comment: His poor attitude, refusal to take care of his body, disregard for team play and lack of defense match perfectly with the Junior Varsity Knicks. It’s a shame such a talented player just doesn’t care. If motivated, big things can happen from Randolph. That doesn’t mean he’s not a solid contributor however. He should average 21 points and 10 rebounds, especially considering Eddy Curry doesn’t know how to box out.
Los Angeles Lakers
Comment: One of the few true triple double threats in the league, Odom has ability that most forwards dream of. His shoulder injury shouldn’t be a problem, although he will miss a chunk of the pre-season. Expect typical Odom numbers: 15 points, eight boards and four assists with weak percentages all around.
New Orleans Hornets
Comment: Health is an issue with West, but he is coming into the prime of his career. So if you have the chance to take West in a low risk situation, strike. He is not much of a box score filler in terms of assists, steals and percentages, but he can give you a solid 18 points and rebounds. West will never be a real go-to guy with Tyson Chandler around, but he is a solid performer.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: Finally, Harrington might have found a team that he could blossom on. He’s a tremendous talent and could be put to good use on the faux-Suns, the Warriors. Expect a solid 16 points and seven rebounds along with three assists and a three pointer a game. But if you are looking for a high percentage shooter, stay away.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: The only good thing that came out of the Minnesota-Boston blockbuster deal was sending this kid away from the Knicks. Jefferson is a beast on the boards and a pretty good offensive force as well. Expect 15 points and six rebounds with some nice percentages.
Detroit Pistons
Comment: Wallace is a great basketball player who contributes to every fantasy team he’s on. He should give you 14 points and seven rebounds this season as well as a block, a three pointer and a steal per game which is pretty elite company. He also dropped 25 pounds during the off-season and looks determined for some more hardware. His center eligibility is also very valuable.
Washington Wizards
Comment: Solid all around game with a nice touch for a PF and his three pointers are a nice addition. The underrated Jamison is seeing the best years of his career with Agent Zero, and now would be a nice time to take full advantage of his numbers.
Portland Trailblazers
Comment: The big man on Portland you’ve never heard of. Aldridge put up a solid rookie year in limited time and will be a vital component of this team, especially considering Oden’s season ending surgery. Aldridge could very well have a monster season and has tremendous upside. 17 points and 9 rebounds is not out of the question.
New York Knicks
Comment: There are certain things that are impossible to hate in life. One of them is David Lee. He is athletic enough to ball with any forward in the league — just look at his rebounding numbers for the amount of time played and try not to stare in awe. His FG percentage is extremely high and even in a role off the bench, Lee will provide valuable stats to your fantasy squad. Someone should tell Isiah Thomas to start this guy immediately.
Denver Nuggets
Comment: A ton of potential, but he is not yet 100 percent after a knee injury. He is sharing the glass with Camby, so don’t expect big rebounding numbers. He is a decent power forward that would play best in a utility or backup role.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: You almost forgot he was out until mid-February huh? Brand is no sleeper, but you can get him later than usual. Brand is a great power forward that would be ranked among the Top 5 in the league if not for his surgery. He is a great big man who will give you consistent value with a ton of blocks and a decent FG percentage. But until he is 100 percent, don’t depend on those numbers. Try and snag him a little late depending on the vibe of your draft. Know thy enemy! If you hear people talking about Brand, go with the flow and strike when the time is best.
Pheonix Suns
Comment: Thought he was a bust with Amare back? What power forward had more assists then Diaw last season? (no one) This combo forward/guard can play every position and is a perfect sleeper to have. Heck, anyone on Phoenix is perfect to have.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: This name is synonymous with the words ‘joke’ and ‘bust’. Picked before Carmelo Anthony, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh in the 2003 draft, Milicic has never even come close to the level of his draft-mates, but he does have some talent and could end up giving owners a healthy boost on an undermanned Grizzlies squad.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: One of the most athletic players in the NBA today, the young Warrick is being called upon to lead the Grizzlies into a new era. There is no ceiling for this kid.
Utah Jazz
Comment: The Utah forward put together a nice rookie campaign but this kid has got talent. Even coming off the bench, Millsap has a shot at 10 points and 10 rebounds a game, considering he played 18 minutes a game last season and still managed seven and five.
Seattle Supersonics
Comment: Wilcox showed signs of greatness and has gone overlooked in every draft. Snag him when you get the chance and the reward will be worth it. Wilcox fits in perfectly with the new and much improved fast breaking Supersonics.
Chicago Bulls
Comment: He will rebound and block a decent amount, but on the offensive end he just isn’t ready. Until he proves that he is, keep him off your draft board.
Sacramento Kings
Comment: Every draft he’s taken and every season he gets hurt. Already hurt, Abdur-Rahim should not play much solid ball this season and should be avoided at all costs.
Milwaukee Bucks
Comment: Jianlian has been compared to the likes of Yao Ming and some claim he’s better. Jianlin doesn’t look comfortable or happy in the NBA, especially with the Bucks. Stay away from this one.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: Why do people even think about drafting this guy? He’s way too old for the game and shouldn’t see much time considering the depth of the team. If someone does go down with injury, he will put up some decent numbers, but at this point stay away.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Comment: Every year is supposed to be Gooden’s breakout year. It’s just not worth it anymore. He has a ton of potential but at this point it will go untapped.
Small Forwards
October 15, 2007
By: Drew Schustek
Update! Writer
Small forward may not be the most star-studded position in the NBA but there is certainly a potential goldmine of fantasy talent to be tapped — if you know where to look. It’s fitting that the small forward position is often referred to as the ‘three’ cause they are often the glue that holds their teams together and can fill out the core of a successful fantasy squad. Without further ado, UPDATE! presents its Top 20 small forwards:
Cleveland Cavaliers
Comment: We have all been witness to the amazing impact James has made on the league in his first three years and, still, no one has more upside. He is coming off a year in which he averaged 27.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game along with over 1.6 steals, 1.3 threes, and .7 blocks a game. These are freaky stats and the freakiest thing is he will probably only get continue to get better this year. No one in the league can provide comparable stats in every important fantasy category while having the cajones to wear a Yankees hat in Cleveland. He’s a hands down No. 1 pick.
Phoenix Suns
Comment: Marion has consistently been a solid across the board for a number of years now and there’s no reason to expect slippage any time soon. Marion is in the perfect situation in the potent fast breaking Phoenix offense, and the rumors and trade demands we heard earlier in the summer seem to have died down which should result in the usual fantasy explosion in the valley of the sun. Amare Stoudemire’s well-known knee problems could also pop up again; any time on the shelf for Amare would only lead to more opportunities and stats for #31.
Atlanta Hawks
Comment: Smith doesn’t get the mainstream attention that he deserves thanks to being stuck in the abyss of a pathetic Hawks team. But he is definitely worthy of significant fantasy attention. Smith will provide solid stats with around 16-18 points and close to double digit boards every night but his main value comes from the “hustle stats”. No other small forward can come close to his combination of 2.9 blocks and 1.4 steals a game from last year. The guy blocked 207 shots last year with the next closest small forward (Andrei Kirilenko) at 144. He’s gotten better statistically in each of his three NBA seasons and is a lock to get at least 2.5 blocks a game this season.
Charlotte Bobcats
Comment: Much like Josh Smith, Wallace doesn’t get the hype he deserves playing in the small market Charlotte. Wallace might be the most underrated player in the league and will surely continue to pack the box scores this season with at least a block, two steals and a steady stream of three-pointers. Being teamed up with Jason Richardson and a healthy Emeka Okafor should lead to a breakout season for both Wallace and the Bobcats. The only downside that is that his breakneck style of play often makes him an injury risk. He won’t play all 82 games but the ones he does will produce big time numbers.
Boston Celtics
Comment: The prevailing opinion seems to be that the addition of Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen to the Celtics will result in falling fantasy value for Pierce, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Sure, his points will likely fall off but an average of 20-22 can still be expected with increases in FG%, and assists. For the first time in years defenses will not be able to simply attempt to lock down Pierce and this new found freedom should result in continuing fantasy success for all his owners.
Denver Nuggets
Comment: Anthony and Allen Iverson are a fantasy match made in heaven. Both should flourish in their first full season together and ‘Melo should once again average close to 30 points a game while providing solid statistical production across the board. He’ll also help out in free throw percentage, which is all too often overlooked by many team owners. Anthony is one of the few forwards who gets to the line consistently enough to make a significant positive impact on the category. He has improved in each of his seasons in the league and after a dominating run with Team USA in the off-season seems to be in the best shape of his career, which should lead to a top tier fantasy season.
Orlando Magic
Comment: Lewis put up spectacular numbers while stuck in the Pacific Northwest playing for the lackluster Sonics. A fresh start and huge contract in Orlando should lead to more exposure and the usual top-flight stats. For the first time in his career Lewis will have a dominant big man in Dwight Howard to play off and should continue to pile up over 20 points, 2.5 threes and solid percentages. Coming off a career year last season with the Sonics there will probably be some falloff after securing his gigantic $118 million dollar free agent deal, but that is not the most worrisome thing about Lewis. Based on stats alone he is probably a Top 5 small forward, but he is a big time injury risk. He hasn’t played 82 games since 1999 and he won’t break that streak this year. He has big time upside but understand the injury risk looms.
Washington Wizards
Comment: Butler was on his way to a breakout season last year averaging 19.1 points, 7.4 boards, 3.7 assists, and 2.1 steals while shooting 46.3 percent from the field and 86.3 percent from the line through 63 games. Teamed up with Gilbert Arenas and Antwain Jamison in the national capital, these stats should continue upwards in a healthy full season. While not the flashiest or eye popping when taken as a whole, his solid combination of stats across the board are hard to come by, and it’s very possible you could steal Butler in the 3rd round while other players sleep on him.
Philadelphia 76ers
Comment: A lot of so called fantasy “experts” seem to be extremely high on Iguolada heading in to the season but don’t buy into the hype. 18 points, five boards and five assists are nothing to sneeze at but don’t go too crazy and take him early. He’s a nice fantasy option but he’s got a lot more to prove before he breaks into the true elite.
Dallas Mavericks
Comment: Howard is coming off a breakout All Star season, but that will seem insignificant in comparison to the numbers he puts up this year. There really is no weakness in his game as he contributes favorably in every fantasy category. One of the few players with the potential to provide a steal and a block a game while also shooting excellent percentages, averaging around 20 points and 8 boards a game. Even these predictions may be on the low side for Howard, whose amazing athleticism has yet to be fully tapped. This will probably be the last season you’ll be able to grab Howard outside of the first round.
Chicago Bulls
Comment: Deng is the exactly the kind of player you want to have on your fantasy team. He contributes in every category and has shown vast improvement in each of his first three seasons in the league. His scoring average has increased from 11.7 to 14.3 to 18.8 ppg last season while shooting over 50 percent from the field and adding in 7.1 rebounds a game. There is no reason why those numbers shouldn’t continue to increase as Deng and is constantly thriving to improve. Any time around the fourth or fifth round Deng will be a huge value.
Sacramento Kings
Comment: Artest is hard to predict as a NBA player in reality or in fantasy mainly because he seems to spend most of his time in an unknown zone between the two. Of course when he is healthy (physically and mentally) he will provide great steals, boards and respectable point totals, but who knows what he will do or when he will ask to be traded next. If he had his head on straight he’d easily be ranked higher but by now everyone from Detroit to Tokyo knows he is a big question mark. Artest is the epitome of a risk/reward guy. If you feel like his injury/attitude concerns are worth the risk he could be a huge payoff during the middle rounds of your draft but you are playing with fire. Most times you are going to get burned.
Seattle Supersonics
Comment: With Greg Oden out for the year with a knee injury Durant now has no competition to be the rookie de’ jour this season. His upside is amazing and Durant will probably have a nice rookie season. He’ll surely get the playing time to prove why he is the future of the Sonics organization; just don’t get too caught up in the hype. There is no way he can live up to the expectations heaped upon his scrawny shoulders this early in his career. He will be a nice fantasy option at either SG or SF but he is not an early round lock. I’ve seen Durant go as high as the second round and that is absurd. If he falls into the middle rounds of the draft and you haven’t be able to land any of the above 12 then take a flyer — just don’t expect the second coming of Jordan on week one.
Utah Jazz
Comment: Oh, how the mighty have fallen. The one time first/second round pick and man-crush of most all fantasy basketball players had a horrific season. However he is not as bad as last season’s stats have led him to fall in the eyes of many, and he could be a steal in the later rounds of your draft. AK-47 still put up respectable numbers last season, but the fact is he just does not fit well in Utah’s system alongside Okur, Boozer, Williams and the rest of the Jazz. The sensitive Russian has asked to be traded, which would be a great boost for Kirilenko’s fantasy value. In a more spread out offensive scheme we could see the fantasy powerhouse of old.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: A great source of threes but outside of that you pretty much know what you are going to get with Miller: around 15 points, five rebounds, three assists, and nice percentages. He won’t win you any leagues but he is a nice glue guy to have on your squad. Playing with Team USA this past summer in the Olympic qualifying tournament seemed to energize Miller and having a healthy Pau Gasol back in Memphis shouldn’t hurt him too much.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: He’s been a bit of a disappointment these last few seasons but this could be a big year for Maggette. He’ll have no choice but to up his productivity in the scoring and rebounding areas with Elton Brand out for most of the year with a devastating hamstring injury. The Clippers are coming off a very disappointing season and if that’s not enough of an incentive Maggette is also playing for a new contract. Injuries are always a problem though so tread carefully when thinking about where to take the oft-maligned Clipper. If he’s floating around in the seventh or eighth round of a 10 team draft then you could have a big time addition for a small time price.
Memphis Grizzlies
Comment: Rudy had a nice rookie season while not receving that much playing time for the Grizzlies. The potential to average one steal, block and three-pointer a game is a rare find in the league and one that cannot be passed up. Given the increased burn that Gay is expected to earn this season there is a chance that he could develop into a Shawn Marion-type across the board producer.
Indiana Pacers
Comment: Like Rudy Gay, Granger has the ability to join the elite one block, one steal, one trey group. The potential is there and this is the year that Granger will finally gets the minutes to live up to the expectations placed upon him. There won’t be much else positive in Indiana this season, but Granger should be a solid contributor across the board.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: Once he got traded to Golden State last year Jackson excelled while averaging 16.8 points, 4.6 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.6 3-pointers a game. He seems like a perfect fit in the wide open system employed by Don Nelson, and if he stays on the court then those numbers may even increase with a full season by the bay. However as the fiasco in Detroit and recent headlines proved, Jackson is no stranger to controversy.
Detroit Pistons
Comment: Prince is a great fit in the Detroit system and on any fantasy team. He won’t win you a title alone but he is the type of guy that you want to have. He’ll get 3s, points, blocks, and steals with low turnovers while always being healthy. Tayshaun hasn’t missed a game since 2002 and you shouldn’t miss the chance to add him to your squad.
Pheonix Suns
Comment: We all know Mr. Hill has been extremely unlucky in the injury department the last few years, but he may have found the perfect situation in Phoenix. He won’t be relied upon nearly as much as his last few years in Orlando. And he always seemed to hit the disabled list near the end of the season after logging heavy minutes. A role off the bench in the offensive juggernaut that is Phoenix should turn out as well as pretty much anyone who plays in their fast paced system.
Minnesota Timberwolves
Comment: Gomes quietly had a productive fantasy season for the Celtics last year. He should get plenty of playing time for the rebuilding T-wolves and shoul put up around 15 points and five a game. He’s a young player with a lot of upside who shouldn’t go undrafted in any sized league.
Golden State Warriors
Comment: Pietrus averaged career highs in points (11.1), rebounds (4.5) and minutes (26.9) last season while also setting career highs in field goal percentage (49 percent), 3-point percentage (39 percent) and games played (72). Golden State with Don Nelson at the helm has a wide-open offense like a Phoenix Suns Lite and the 25-year-old Pietrus is a perfect fit. Stephen Jackson is the starting small forward, but should his volatile personality explode and cause any amount of missed playing time it could open up a huge opportunity for Pietrus to take advantage of. Golden State just resigned Pietrus in the off season after he was heavily suited by the Miami Heat; there are lots of NBA teams that want him and you should too.
Atlanta Hawks
Comment: Childress’ sweet afro is almost enough on its own to get him on this list but his overall skills back up his old school style. As his minutes have increased over his first three years in the league so has his overall production. The only thing holding Josh back from being a potential Top 20 small forward is the logjam at forward in Atlanta. Being teamed up with Josh Smith, Marvin Williams, Shelden Williams and others currently has Childress stuck as a reserve, but if Atlanta ever realizes that drafting players at the same position year after year is not a smart idea and clears room for Childress then he could make a major impact.
Utah Jazz
Comment: This is not an exciting pick in any way. However what Harpring lacks in sizzle and flash he makes up for in hard nosed tough play which a coach like Jerry Sloan in Utah loves. Harpring doesn’t get a lot of playing time but he makes the most of it when he gets on the court. Last year in only 25 minutes a game he averaged 11.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and .7 steals a game while shooting 49 percent from the field. The potential of a Andre Kirilenko trade could potentially open up more playing time for Harpring and he has proven in the past with both Philly and Orlando that he can make a sizeable contribution when given the chance. It seems like he never gets drafted but is always a late season addition to a team looking for his solid yet unspectacular stats as the season winds down. Don’t wait that long this year.
New Orleans Hornets
Comment: Peja is once again on the comeback trail after playing only 13 games all of last season due to an injured back. Over the last three seasons this one time All Star has averaged 32 games a year — not a good sign for his recuperative powers. Throw in the fact that he is 30 years old and it is doubtful we’ll ever see anything close to the sharpshooter who made a name for himself in Sacremento. A healthy Peja could provide solid results, but sadly it looks like this back injury is way too much of a risk to take.
Indiana Pacers
Comment: The very definition of over-rated, Dunleavy was the No. 3 pick of the 2002 draft by Golden State and each and every year since then we have been told he is ready for a breakout year. Well, it’s been five years now and the truth of the matter is that Dunleavy is a bust. His number slightly improved after being traded to the Pacers last season but even when receiving over 35 minutes of playing time a game he simply isn’t worth wasting a draft pick on.
New York Knicks
Comment: Q-rich has been a total failure in NY. His numbers across the board have dropped off significantly since leaving Phoenix after the 2004-05 season and there is no reason to believe that any improvement is on the horizon for this upcoming year. Injuries have led to Richardson only averaging 53 games a year the past two season in the big apple, yet he still has the name value and recognition that someone may reach for him early in your draft. Don’t let it be you.
Toronto Raptors
Comment: Kapono offers a nice source of 3-pointers but nothing else at all. He is coming off a career year playing in Miami and has a shot at starting Toronto but don’t let last year’s numbers fool you. He was in the perfect situation taking and nailing a lot of wide-open threes with the Heat playing alongside Shaq and D-Wade. Those open looks simply won’t be there across the border. Think along the lines of Damon Jones. He had a career breakout year shooting from the outside while in Miami but has become exposed in Cleveland. The same should happen to Kapono.
Los Angeles Clippers
Comment: There’s too much going wrong for the other team in LA right now. Elton Brand will miss significant time, Sam Cassell is a huge injury risk and Shaun Livingston is still unproven. So what makes you think Ruben Petterson will step up?
Top 200
October 8, 2007
By: Anthony Lamberti
Update! Writer
UPDATE! has compiled our ranking of the Top 200 NBA fantasy performers out there for the 2007 season. Consider this your complete draft day cheat sheet:
1. Kevin Garnett BOS PF
2. LeBron James CLE SF
3. Kobe Bryant LAL SG
4. Shawn Marion PHO SF
5. Dirk Nowitzki DAL PF
6. Amare Stoudemire PHO F/C
7. Jason Kidd NJ PG
8. Steve Nash PHO PG
9. Gilbert Arenas WAS PG
10. Yao Ming HOU C
11. Dwyane Wade MIA G
12. Chris Bosh TOR PF/C
13. Pau Gasol MEM PF/C
14. Tim Duncan SA PF/C
15. Vince Carter NJ SG/SF
16. Al Jefferson MIN F/C
17. Josh Smith ATL G/F
18. Chris Paul NOK PG
19. Paul Pierce BOS GF
20. Rashard Lewis ORL SF
21. Allen Iverson DEN G
22. Ray Allen BOS SG
23. Marcus Camby DEN C
24. Andre Iguodala PHI G/F
25. Caron Butler WAS F
26. Tracy McGrady HOU SG/SF
27. Gerald Wallace CHA G/F
28. Michael Redd MIL SG
29. Chauncey Billups DET
30. Baron Davis GS PG
31. Joe Johnson ATL G
32. Dwight Howard ORL PF/C
33. Carlos Boozer UTA F/C
34. Carmelo Anthony DEN SF
35. Deron Williams UTA PG
36. Jermaine O’Neal IND F/C
37. Brandon Roy POR G
38. Emeka Okafor CHA PF/C
39. Jason Richardson CHA G/F
40. Josh Howard DAL SG/SF
41. Antawn Jamison WAS F
42. Tyson Chandler NO C
43. Luol Deng CHI F
44. Kevin Martin SAC SG
45. Kevin Durant SEA F
46. Mike Miller MEM G/F
47. Mehmet Okur UTA C
48. Ron Artest SAC F
49. Rasheed Wallace DET PF
50. Leandro Barbosa PHO G
51. Kirk Hinrich CHI PG
52. Lamar Odom LAL F
53. Tony Parker SA PG
54. David West NOK PF
55. Ricky Davis MIN G/F
56. Mike Bibby SAC PG
57. Andre Miller PHI PG
58. Raymond Felton CHA G
59. Zach Randolph NYK PF
60. Andre Kirilenko UTA F
61. Danny Granger IND F
62. Jason Terry DAL G
63. Monta Ellis GS G
64. Corey Maggette LAC G/F
65. LaMarcus Aldridge POR F/C
66. Richard Jefferson NJ SF
67. Randy Foye MIN G
68. Mo Williams MIL PG
69. Ben Wallace CHI C
70. Ben Gordon CHI G
71. Peja Stojakovic NOK
72. T.J. Ford TOR PG
73. Stephon Marbury NYK PG
74. Andris Biedrins GS PF/C
75. Samuel Dalembert PHI C
76. David Lee NYK F
77. Stephen Jackson IND G/F
78. Richard Hamilton DET SG
79. Nene Hilario DEN F/C
80. Zydrunas Ilgauskas CLE C
81. Rudy Gay MEM G/F
82. Josh Childress ATL
83. Shane Battier HOU SF
84. Al Harrington GS PF/C
85. Chris Kaman LAC C
86. Andrea Bargnani TOR F
87. Boris Diaw PHO F/C
88. Darko Milicic MEM F/C
89. Andrew Bogut MIL C
90. Tayshaun Prince DET SF
91. Raja Bell PHO SG
92. Rajon Rondo BOS G
93. Nenad Krstic NJ F/C
94. Troy Murphy IND F/C
95. Tim Thomas LAC F
96. Brad Miller SAC C
97. Andrew Bynum LAL C
98. Jamal Crawford NYK G
99. Nenad Kristic NJ C
100. Anthony Parker TOR G/F
101. Shaquille O’Neal MIA C
102. Morris Peterson NOK G/F
103. Jameer Nelson ORL PG
104. Walter Herrmann CHA F
105. Luis Scola HOU F
106. Antonio McDyess DET PF
107. Andres Nocioni CHI F
108. Luke Walton LAL SF
109. Kyle Korver PHI SG/SF
110. Delonte West BOS G
111. Cuttino Mobley LAC SG
112. Eddy Curry NYK PF/C
113. Grant Hill PHO SF
114. Drew Gooden CLE PF
115. Jarrett Jack POR PG
116. Chris Wilcox SEA F/C
117. Ruben Patterson LAC F
118. Hakim Warrick MEM F
119. Zaza Pachulia ATL C
120. Mark Blount MIN F/C
121. Jamaal Tinsley IND PG
122. Desmond Mason NOK G/F
123. Hedo Turkoglu ORL G/F
124. Bobby Simmons MIL G/F
125. Mike Dunleavy IND G/F
126. Matt Caroll CHA SG
127. Ryan Gomes BOS F
128. Quentin Richardson NYK SF
129. Marvin Williams ATL G/F
130. Charlie Villanueva MIL PF
131. Yi Jianlian MIL PF/C
132. Chris Webber DET PF
133. Mikael Pietrus GS G/F
134. Luke Ridnour SEA PG
135. Jason Williams MIA PG
136. Udonis Haslem MIA PF
137. Matt Harpring UTA G/F
138. Steve Francis HOU G
139. Devin Brown CLE SG
140. Nick Collison SEA F/C
141. Channing Frye POR PF
142. Kenyon Martin DEN PF
143. Brevin Knight LAC PG
144. Earl Watson SEA PG
145. Trevor Ariza ORL SF
146. Jose Calderon TOR PG
147. Jorge Garbosa TOR F/C
148. Joe Smith PHI CHI PF
149. Shareef Abdur-Rahim SAC F/C
150. Charlie Bell MIL G/F
151. Renaldo Balkman NYK F
152. Rafer Alston HOU PG
153. Chucky Atkins DEN PG
154. Sam Cassell LAC PG
155. Kwame Brown LAL PF
156. James Posey BOS G/F
157. Antoine Walker MIA F
158. Damon Stoudamire MEM PG
159. Anderson Varajao CLE F/C
160. Bonzi Wells HOU SG
161. Paul Millsap UTA F
162. Brendan Haywood WAS C
163. Jamaal Magloire POR C
164. Wally Szczerbiak SEA G/F
165. Bobby Jackson NOK PG
166. Jerry Stackhouse DAL SG
167. Shane Battier HOU SF
168. Mike James HOU PG
169. Nate Robinson NYK G
170. John Salmons SAC G/F
171. Ime Udoka POR SF
172. Raual Butler NOK G/F
173. Stromile Swift MEM F/C
174. Al Horford ATL F/C
175. Mike Conley Jr. MEM SG
176. Corey Brewer MIN F
177. Acie Law ATL G
178. Sasha Pavlovic CLE SG
179. Juwan Howard MIN PF
180. Jeff Green SEA F
181. Matt Barnes GS SF
182. Devin Harris DAL PG
183. Thaddeus Young PHI F
184. Mikki Moore NJ C
185. Travis Outlaw POR F
186. Michael Finley SA SG
187. Alonzo Mourning MIA PF/C
188. Brent Barry SA SG
189. Eddie House NJ SG
190. Eddie Jones MIA SG
191. Darius Songalia WAS PF
192. Erick Dampier DAL C
193. Donyell Marshall CLE PF
194. Rasho Nesterovic TOR C
195. Etan Thomas WAS C
196. J.J. Redick ORL SG
197. Tony Battie ORL C
198. Sebastian Telfair BOS PG
199. P.J. Brown CHI PF
200. Kenny Thomas SAC PF
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