The NFL vs The WWE: NFC East

Time to dust off an old fan favorite- Comparing every NFL team to a WWE Superstar!  I did this a few years ago, and it was one of my most viewed pieces.

Let me just preface this entire thing by saying I am not trying to insult your team.  I have no doubt that every man in the NFL is committed fully to their team and their job, and could probably beat the tar out of me... Except maybe for those kickers.  I am just going off of how I perceive them based on their personnel, on-field succes, and off-field hi-jinks.  

I will break the comparisons down by division, and will start with the home of my Redskins, the NFC East.

- Dallas Cowboys: Ryback

          Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler are always telling us about how much of a threat Ryback is.  They insist that he is a main event player.  They compare him to other monsters from the past, like Goldberg and Batista.  ESPN et al tells us every season that the Dallas Cowboys are a threat to win the Super Bowl, just like the 1990s.  Tony Romo is super talented.  They have all those receivers and DeMarcus Ware, who wants to feed on more QBS.  Surely, both Ryback and the Cowboys are the real deal, right?  Well... no.  When the time comes, and its the biggest matches of the year, Ryback folds.  He went on a massive PPV losing streak, and can't be considered a top guy.  The Cowboys have won exactly 1 playoff game this millennium.  Frankly, we don't believe they are real title threats anymore.

- New York Giants: The Undertaker

          Consider the Giants the opposite of the Dallas Rybacks.  Much like The Undertaker, the Giants aren't always around.  Sometimes, they miss the playoffs, much like Undertaker misses all of the year's PPVs.  However, when they are at the biggest stage of all, they do not lose.  The Phenom's WrestleMania undefeated streak now stands at 21-0, with extremely memorable wins over the best that the business has to offer.  The past two trips to the Super Bowl for Eli and company, they have come home with that Lombardi Trophy in extremely entertaining games against the Dynasty that is the Patriots.

- Washington Redskins: The Miz

          I had a lot of trouble with this one.  After all, saying that my team is The Miz could be an insult, cause there are a ton of WWE fans that don't like him.  But hear me out.  Miz has the talent.  We know this.  He has been in some great matches.  He is a former champ.  That's just like the Skins.  They have always had talent, even when it was old or under-performing.  And no one can take away the fact that the franchise was, at a time, a dominating champion.  Miz is the "Most Must-See" superstar.  How often do you see RG3 on your TV each commercial break?  A lot.  Finally, while Miz is not at the top of the ladder right now, he could be if he could just avoid those damn injuries!  Needless to say, that is perfect for the Skins.  Just think of the list of hurt players the Skins had last year and early this year: Orakpo, RG3, Garcon, and JFLANland favorite twitter follower/ avid WWE fan Adam Carriker.  If they weren't constantly bit by that injury bug, they could be something special.  I haven't given up hope for either The Miz or my Skins yet.

- Philadelphia Eagles: 3MB

          I don't say this just to insinuate that the Eagles are some kind of joke, a low/mid-card act that is really there just to get the top guys over in various squash matches...  Although, I don't think the Eagles will do much of anything this season.  No, I am picking 3MB because no one really knows what these three wrestlers (Jinder Mahal, Drew McIntyre and Heath Slater) are doing together, and why they are pretending to be a band.  Think of the Eagles QB situation as the 3MB of the WWE.  Mike Vick is McIntyre.  At one time, he was considered "The Chosen One", and the new face of his business before he actually did anything.  Then, following some injuries, some mistakes (Vick's worse than McIntyre's I'm sure), and inconsistent performance, he dropped.  Nick Foles is Slater.  You know there is some talent there somewhere, even if it isn't Hall of Fame stuff, but you are pretty sure he is in the wrong spot to let what he has actually flourish.  Matt Barkley is Jinder Mahal, the 3rd banana who should get a push if there weren't concerns over using him as a stereotype (Mahal being the feared foreigner from India, Barkley the feared USC QB failure as a pro).  By midseason, Philly fans will be screaming for Barkley, just like how "Don't Hinder Jinder" is becoming a movement.  No direction, no reason for them all being there, and no threat to the top stars.  The Eagles are 3MB.  And seriously, why the hell are they a "band"?  They don't have instruments!

Part 2: NFC North, coming soon!

JFLANland's NFL Fantasy Forum: Sleepers I Love

It is entirely possible that I am a fool.  After all, I am writing this post about the fantasy sleepers that I love for my Fantasy Forum weeks before my fantasy draft.  My friends (and fantasy enemies) could very well read this and take all of my picks.  I don't know how I feel about that...

Nevertheless, I want to help you, my faithful reader, win your league however I can.  So, here are some of those lesser-known players for the 2013 NFL season that I love:

- Mike Williams, WR, Tampa Bay:  I don't know if he should really be called a sleeper.  He just signed a big contract extension, which was very much deserved.  While Vincent Jackson may be the big play threat for the Bus, Mike Williams is the great possession receiver that can also catch touchdowns.  Last year he had more fantasy points than Antonio Brown, Dwayne Bowe, Larry Fitzgerald, Jordy Nelson, Desean Jackson and a ton of other WRs being drafted above him.  With his QB entering a contract year, and with Doug Martin a legitimate Top 10 fantasy back, I see no reason why Williams won't improve on those numbers.

- Rookie running backs!  Last year I watched all of the Redskins preseason games.  I noticed that a certain Mr. Alfred Morris was getting a ton of touches, and playing with the first team offense.  Apparently, none of my friends realized this, and I was able to snatch up Morris in the 10th round.  He went on to break Redskins rushing records and finish second in rushing yards in the NFL.  Are there guys in this rookie class than can be valuable late picks?  There sure are!
Obviously, Eddie Lacy, Montee Ball and Le'Veon Bell are the featured rookies, who are expected to start Week 1 for their teams.  But further down the ranks are guys who will not only steal carries from older backs, but will also be great for deep keeper leagues.  Giovani Bernard on the Bengals could be the starter in Cincy by Week 12 if BenJarvus Green-Ellis struggles.  He is also an ideal 3rd down back, who may even see some plays at WR because he is that good at catching the ball.  Johnathan Franklin will be splitting carries with Lacy in Green Bay, but may be the more dependable every-down back.  Denard Robinson will be a WR/RB hybrid, officially listed as OW: Offensive Weapon.  The former Michigan QB will be a slasher on a team in desperate need for an offensive kick, so its worth stashing him on your bench for a starter's bye week.

- DeAndre Hopkins, WR, Houston:  Reporters are saying the rookie wideout is impressing everyone at camp.  The great news about this is that, since Andre Johnson will get all of the defense's attention in the passing game, is that Hopkins should get one-on-one coverage all the time.  In his first pro game, he was targeted 5 times, and got 4 catches, 52 yards and a touchdown.  He'll start as the Texans' #2 receiver Week 1.

- Tyler Eifert, TE, Cincinnati:  Kyle Rudolph is listed as a top 5 tight end by ESPN.  He doesn't have a QB throwing to him.  Eifert is younger, more talented, and already has great chemistry with Andy Dalton.  Lots of teams will be upset they didn't draft this Notre Dame TE.

- Jared Cook, TE, St. Louis:  Sam Bradford has always lacked great weapons in the passing game.  While Tavon Austin and Stedman Bailey will help with the WR ranks, it is Cook that is going to be his best option.  Reports are that Cook has lined up at TE and split out wide, and looks to have as much of an offensive presence as another higher-rated tight end in the NFC West, Vernon Davis.

- Baltimore's defense:  Did they lose Ray Lewis and Ed Reed?  Yep.  Did they get younger, deeper, faster and more explosive through their draft and free agency?  Sure did.

- Kenny Stills, WR, New Orleans:  For deeper leagues, it is never a bad idea to take the #3 guy from an explosive offense.  Kenny Stills has a future HOFer throwing to him, and won't be guarded as closely as Colston or Graham.  He'll put up great numbers some weeks, and probably none on others, and could be one of those feared Big XII WR busts, but it is never a bad idea to take one of Brees' weapons.

- Joseph Randle, RB, Dallas:  I know, this goes against my "Don't Draft Cowboys" mantra.  However, we have seen that DeMarco Murray is made of glass and cannot stay healthy.  Randle has already impressed in preseason, so you should keep your eye on him later in the year.



That's all the secrets I feel like giving away right now.  I hope that this helps you out.  Remember, watch the preseason games and follow how teams are using these sleepers.  Then you can learn if they are worth picking sooner rather than later.  Good luck!

JFLANland's NFL Fantasy Forum: Who To Avoid

I don't claim to be a fantasy guru.  The fact that I have won my fantasy football league the last three years may show I know something though.  Yes, a combination of luck and knowledge has earned me some nice cash prizes, and I would like to pass some of this knowledge onto you.  Why?  Cause I'm a nice guy.  Also, I know my luck won't go on forever, so I might as well act like a know-it-all while I can.

For the first installment of JFLANland's NFL Fantasy Forum, I'd like to give you some of my players to avoid.  I don't like taking these guys, or players of their ilk.  Sometimes, it is because I hold an odd personal grudge.  Sometimes, it is because I dislike their team.  Other times it is because I think I know something you don't.  The results don't lie.  Here we go!

Do Not Draft!-

-The Dallas Cowboys.  I know, it is kind of silly.  Yet I have been able to win without them.  Miles Austin, Dez Bryant, DeMarco Murry: They all get hurt.  They are unreliable.  Tony Romo will put up some good numbers, sure, but I tend to take QBs early enough to get one better than he is.  Maybe take Witten, but even then, I would avoid him because there are some great young tight ends on other teams.  Plus, they are the Cowboys.  You don't want to root for any of their players to do well.

- The Philadelphia Eagles.  Jeremy Maclin is out. Vick always gets hurt.  We have no idea if Chip Kelly's system will work in the NFL.  Riley Cooper will be injured by some angry safety.  DeSean Jackson doesn't really care that much.  I don't trust LeSean McCoy either.  Just avoid the Eagles.  Plus, like with the Cowboys, do you really want to root for the Eagles as the trip over themselves?

- Rob Gronkowski- Gronk hurt.  Gronk hurt a lot.  Gronk no play much.  Gronk no spike ball no more.  No draft Gronk.

- Darren McFadden and Chris Johnson.  You know that these guys have the talent, but they are perennial disappointments in fantasy.  Where is the old CJ2K?  Maybe he will be jealous that Adrian Peterson makes it look easy and will decide to play again.  As for Run DMC?  He'll be hurt by Week 8, so don't waste a pick on him in the first 4 rounds.

- DeMaryius Thomas, if he is your #1 WR.  I like him a lot, but only if he is coupled with another good wideout.  Peyton Manning with get Thomas the ball for sure, but he also has Decker and Welker to throw to now.

- Ryan Mathews.  Just don't.  Not again.  You know he has hurt you in the past.  Don't let him do it one more time.

- Aaron Hernandez... Obviously.

- Any Jets receiver until they prove they can throw.  Normally, I am all for taking the #1 WR on a bad team, because someone has to catch the passes.  In this case, though, I just don't think there is the talent there, both at QB and WR.  That being said, if you are desperate during the week for a sub, always look to the bad teams for a good replacement.  They may not get you consistent numbers like a #2 or 3 guy on an awesome team will, but they have bigger boom potential.  This can apply to the Browns too.

- Older running backs trying to hold off young guys.  This basically means that, if you don't have a #1 RB by the time the good ones are gone, you are screwed.  BenJarvis Green-Ellis is a solid flex player or substitute back, but he will be splitting time with Gio Bernard.  Rashard Mendenhall won't get much help from that Arizona O-line.  Ahmad Bradshaw will get receptions, but Vick Ballard could take some of his carries.  Frank Gore and Stephen Jackson have been horses for years, but their time will run out soon.  Be wary.  This is why you watch preseason games.

- Big XII receivers.  Wes Welker is the only exception.  Dez Bryant falls under the Cowboys rule.  Justin Blackmon is suspended.  Michael Crabtree is hurt.  There aren't any other WRs from those schools worth taking, so don't force it.\


There you go!  Hopefully this helps you out.  I'm not asking for a portion of any of your winnings, but some thanks would be nice.  Have fun!

Football Is Back!

Well, my baseball team is hot garbage, so it's time for me to dive head first into football!  NCAA!  NFL!  HOORAY!  The sport of kings has returned.

Yes, I love football.  A lot.

I love it so much I watch the Scouting Combine.  I watch all seven rounds of the Draft.  I watch as many preseason games as I can to get a little leg up on my fantasy competition.  I won the past 3 years, so I think I'm making a wise choice.

Anyway, over the next month, I will be posting more about football and much, much less about baseball.  This also means I will be posting more than I have been the past few months anyway.  I know you have missed it, and that I have promised to post more before, but this time I mean it.

So, enjoy the preseason!

Ryan Braun Finally Succumbs to Steroid Suspension

Well, the baseball police can breath a sigh of relief tonight.  They got him.  Ryan Braun will be suspended for the remainder of the season after getting essentially a plea deal for 65 games instead of the 100 a 2nd offense would get him.  It is breaking news, so the info is still rolling in, but it just seems like a good day for everyone involved.  MLB finally gets a guy who got off on a technicality.  The investigators now have confirmation that the Biogenesis information is factual and solid.  Even Braun should be OK with this, because we have seen that those who admit to use and take their punishment are easily forgiven by the masses (see Pettite, Giambi, McGwire as a coach), and those who choose to insist they are clean when people have proof that they are dirty (Clemens, Bonds, Sosa, and Palmeiro, which still breaks my heart) are hated.  Furthermore, Braun will not lose 100 games worth of paychecks.

It makes us as fans happy to know that Braun has been caught because of how mean and unapologetic he was when he got off on a technicality a few years ago.  He was, as ESPN's Tim Kurkjian called him, baseball's Lance Armstrong.  He was so vicious towards the man who supposedly mishandled his urine sample that we began to dislike him just for that.  Now that MLB has proven he is a liar, and now that Braun has admitted it, we can dislike him even more.

Yet at the same time, Braun is only 29 years old.  He still has a solid 5 to 10 years left in his career.  He can come back as a humbled man who has come to terms with his past mistakes.  He can be baseball's spokesman for the dangers of steroids.  He clearly has the ability to be an All Star player, but his decision to take steroid has sullied his name, damaged his reputation, and will cost him around $3 million in salary.  He should learn from Ray Lewis in the NFL.  The man did something wrong and then became the ultimate good soldier for his league.  This is the opportunity that Braun has before him.  If he can put together a decade of baseball with solid numbers when we know he is clean, as he should be after today, then he can return to the good graces of the baseball universe.

The Dog Days of Summer

Oh July, you are a cruel month.  Yes, it is in the middle of baseball season, but no other sports are going on.  On top of that, my beloved Washington Nationals have decided that they don't like scoring runs or winning, which makes sitting through 95 degree weather to see sloppy baseball an unpleasant experience.  Sure, last year it was much hotter; Probably a good 5 to 10 degrees warmer here in the DC metro area.  But winning seemed to mask all that heat.  The cool breeze of first place and a division title helped us forget how saturated our clothes and caps were in sweat and sunscreen.  This year?  Its just hot, and we can feel it.

The problem with warm weather, bad baseball, and not living up to expectations is that the combination causes great unrest.  Yes, the Nats are still better than the Marlins or Astros.  But this team, with virtually the same lineup, won 98 games last year and was one god damn strike call away from the NLCS (there were strikes thrown, ump.  Drew Storen still hasn't gotten over it).  At some point, heads have to roll and someone has to take the blame for this season so far.  Today, hitting coach Rick Eckstein was that man.  The Nats were near the bottom in almost all important offensive categories, so it seems like the logical thing to do since you can't fire the players.  But it probably won't be the last move.

There will be some major decisions coming from the Nats soon.  Do they try to salvage their season and catch the Braves by mortgaging their future, trading top prospects for another pitcher to solidify an oft-injured rotation?  Do they bring in another bat off the bench, or to replace a struggling starter?  I'm not so sold on those options.  At some point, we may have to accept that this just isn't the year.  Not every team expected to do well does.  Hell, most of the time the anointed preseason World Series favorite doesn't even get to the League Championship Series.  I don't want to ship out any prospect that can help us next year for a rental player.

No, instead of bringing in a new guy, we can just sit and hope.  Maybe this team, which has all the talent in the world, will finally start playing like everyone knows they can.  Maybe the excellent starting pitching will finally get the support of a newly-enthused offense, and the foundation of a lights out bullpen.  Maybe we have a huge 2nd half run in us, because the Braves have still left the door wide open for the Nats (or Phillies... yuck) to make a push for the NL East.  Maybe this is the first great comeback story for the Washington Nationals franchise!

Or maybe we're just a 2nd/3rd place, .500 team this season.  Its all possible.

Autumn will be here soon, and with the turning leaves and cooler temperatures will come either a glorious comeback or a relieving end to a disappointing season.  Til then, we have to suffer through the heat, through the sweat, through the dog days of summer.

JFLANland's 2013 NBA Mock Draft

I know I do a ton of mock draft rounds for the NFL.  Luckily, the NBA Draft is only 2 rounds, so it is a lot easier.  Here is my Round 1 Mock Draft.  I haven't researched this nearly enough, and as always there will be a ton of trades, but this is what I think teams should be doing/what they will do tonight.

1.  Cleveland Cavaliers: Nerlens Noel, C, Kentucky.  I don't know if this is the right pick.  Centers coming off of injury, especially super-skinny centers, aren't exactly ideal.  Were I the Cavaliers, knowing I have a core of Kyrie Irving, Dion Waiters, Tristan Thompson and Cody Zeller for years to come, I add a small forward.  Otto Porter is the safe pick, but may not be a superstar.  Anthony Bennett could be Larry Johnson, but may also be a bust.  I'd take them both over Noel or Alex Len, to be honest.

2.  Orlando Magic: Victor Oladipo, SG/SF, Indiana.  He was one of the best players in college all year (except when he played Syracuse).  He could be a combo guard, or play SF in a small lineup.  He has a motor and solid defense.  Orlando just needs bodies that want to play right now, and Oladipo is a good fit.

3.  Washington Wizards: Otto Porter Jr., SF, Georgetown.  Otto Porter haunts my nightmares.  He destroyed my Syracuse Orange twice this past season (but not in the Big East Tournament, HAHA!).  He is the safe pick for an organization that can't afford a boom/bust guy like Anthony Bennett, as talented as he may be.  Wall, Beal, Porter, Nene, and Okafor? That is probably a playoff team.  Not a title contender, but the Wiz should be back playing basketball in May.

4.  Charlotte Bobcats: Ben McLemore, SG, Kansas.  Interesting stat I read recently regarding the number of players from historically strong NCAA programs that succeed in the pros over the past decade or so.  Kentucky has a bunch.  Duke and Syracuse have a few.  Michigan State doesn't have many.  Kansas has virtually none.  Other than Kirk Heinrich and Nick Collison from the 2003 NCAA runner-up team, it is difficult to name a Kansas player who has a serious impact on their team.  Mario Chalmers may be closest, and he is at best #4 on the Heat.  Nevertheless, McLemore is considered the best pure scorer in the draft, and the Bobcats need everything.  Look for them to somehow mess up this pick though, because Michael Jordan is the worst owner/GM/President of Basketball Operations I have ever seen.

5.  Phoenix Suns: Alex Len, C, Maryland.  Another team that needs a ton of help.  They ended the year playing Luis Scola at center, and he is barely 6'9.  I think Bennett or one of the top 3 PGs could go here, but Len may fill the biggest need right away.  Not a huge fan of his, but he has potential.

6.  New Orleans Hornets Pelicans: Anthony Bennett, SF/PF, UNLV.  The rumors have the Pelicans taking a point guard here, but I don't really know why.  They have both Greives Vasquez and Eric Gordon, and though while they are both more natural shooting guards, should still be able to play together.  They have a bigger need at SF, where Al-Farouq Aminu only averages 7 points per game.  Bennett is a stretch PF, and could make one hell of a frontcourt with Anthony Davis.

7.  Sacramento Kings: CJ McCollum, PG, Lehigh.  That's right, Lehigh.  The Kings need a pointguard that can shoot.  MCW is the best pure passer and defender, but his J needs work.  Burke is a good scorer, but is undersized.  McCollum fits the mold that the Kings want.

8.  Detroit Pistons: Trey Burke, PG, Michigan.  I think Burke is the pick over Michael Carter-Williams for two reasons.  First, while MCW has the size and passing ability, he can't shoot the jumper as well as Burke. Second, Burke instantly has a built in fanbase in Detroit, having led Michigan to the NCAA Finals.  I don't know if I would pick Burke over MCW, but I am biased.

9.  Minnesota Timberwolves: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SF, Georgia.  I know nothing about him, and the Wolves are a constant mess or disappointment.  Apparently this is the pick that will happen.

10.  Portland Trailblazers: Cody Zeller, C, Indiana.  JJ Hickson, the Blazers' starting center, is 6'9.  That won't do.  Zeller isn't ideal, and looked terrible against Syracuse's huge frontcourt in the Sweet 16, but he has a polished offensive game and a nose for the ball.

11.  Philadelphia 76ers: Steven Adams, C, Pittsburgh.  He is raw.  Very raw.  So raw that he may have to be the 9th man in your rotation for a year or two.  But he has the size and potential to be a great center.

12.  Oklahoma City Thunder: Michael Carter-Williams, PG, Syracuse.  My boy MCW would be thrilled to land in this spot, I am sure.  Not only would he get to play right away due to the injury to Russell Westbrook, but he would be able to join a very talented young team.  Imagine a pass-first PG that plays defense to go with the offense of Westbrook at the 2 and Durant on the wing.  That'd be scary.  The Thunder could also reach for a big man, but they have other picks to fill that need.

13.  Dallas Mavericks: Sergey Karasev, SF, Russia.  He's foreign, and is probably trade bait.  That's all I got.

14.  Utah Jazz: Lucas Nogueira, C, Brazil.  The Jazz may lose Al Jefferson and Paul Milsaps.  They need bigs.  I'm sure a 7-foot Brazilian dude will fit right in with the people of Utah...

15.  Milwaukee Bucks:  Dennis Schroeder, PG, Germany.  He is bigger than Shane Larkin, and that may be all the difference.

16.  Boston Celtics: Kelly Olynyck, PF/C, Gonzaga.  The Celtics are rebuilding, and are looking at losing KG and Paul Pierce.  Rondo and Jeff Green will still be there, but they need a legit offensive weapon in the post.  Olynyck has the size and offensive ability to be a consistent scorer down low, and can also stretch the floor with solid mid-range and deep jumpers.

17.  Atlanta Hawks: Giannis Antetokounmpo, SF, Greece.  Not sure that will fit on a jersey...

18.  Atlanta Hawks: Mason Plumlee, PF/C, Duke.  He can play right now, unlike the Greek dude, and gives the Hawks a nice frontcourt with Al Horford.

19.  Cleveland Cavaliers: Shabazz Muhammad, SF, UCLA.  He is completely one-dimensional, and apparently has a bad attitude, but the Cavs need a scoring wing, and that is the only thing Shabazz does well.

20.  Chicago Bulls: Reggie Bullock, SG/SF, UNC.  A scoring wing player that can come in and help a team with a great defense, especially if they end up trading Luol Deng.

21.  Utah Jazz:  Shane Larkin, PG, Miami.  They went big with their first pick, now they need someone to get him the ball.  The only knock on Larkin, it seems, is his height.  If he plays well enough, everyone will forget how tall he is.

22.  Brooklyn Nets: Gorgui Dieng, C, Louisville.  The rumor is that the Nets are tryign to trade some of their big men, so this could be a replacement pick.  I wouldn't be shocked if new coach Jason Kidd tried adding a guard.

23.  Indian Pacers: Isaiah Canaan, PG, Murray State.  During the season, many of the experts said the Pacers were a point guard away from being contenders.  Well, they got to the Eastern Conference finals and pushed the Heat the entire series, so I think they have a damn good roster.  Canaan adds another scoring threat and some passing ability to a stacked team.

24.  New York Knicks: Mike Muscala, PF, Bucknell.  They won't do this.  No team will.  But Muscala looks like a complete PF, who has size, can play inside and out, rebounds, and can score.  The Knicks would be wise to pick a complete player who can help them instead of a one-dimensional one who hurts them in the playoffs.

25.  Los Angeles Clippers: Jamaal Franklin, SG/SF, San Diego State.  A natural scorer to help a team on the verge of greatness.  Doc Rivers will know how to use him well, especially paired with CP3.

26.  Minnesota Timberwolves: Tony Snell, SF, New Mexico.  More scoring is needed in Minnesota, so that's what they get.

27.  Denver Nuggests: Allen Crabbe, SG/SF, California.  Andre Iguodola may not re-sign, so the Nuggets need another scorer.  Crabbe is the best available, and has the size to play the 3 fairly well.

28.  San Antonio Spurs: Rudy Gobert, C/PF, France.  The Spurs love their international prospects.  They can keep him overseas for a year or two, like they did with Tiago Splitter, and bring him in when Tim Duncan finally calls it a career.

29.  Oklahoma City Thunder: Tim Hardaway Jr, SG, Michigan. The Thunder couple the MCW pick, a pass-first PG, with a dynamic offensive SG in Hardaway.  He could instantly become the new James Harden.

30.  Phoenix Suns: Glenn Rice, Jr., SF, NBDL.  Again, the Suns just need people that want to play and can score.  Alex Len helped up front.  Rice is a big time shooter, and will be a test to see if dominating the NBDL can translate to pro success.


Enjoy the draft!