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NBA Draft Rumors for May 18, 2012

May 18, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Here are the Safe Bets: Harrison Barnes, North Carolina, sophomore small forward (6-foot-8, 215 pounds): No one is predicting the next coming of Kevin Durant, but Barnes is seen by most as a high-level scorer whose skills should translate at the next level. He averaged 17.1 points last season, but left Tar Heels fans wanting more at the end as he shot just 32.8 percent in four NCAA tournament games. Still, executives are confident he’ll be a productive pro even though he’s not a great athlete and his dribble-drive game needs work. “Is he going to be an All-Star? I don’t know, but it’s not like he’s going to be a bust either,” a front-office source said. SI.com

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Five Potential Steals in the 2012 NBA Draft

May 18, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Austin Rivers

By Brandyn Smith

Don’t be surprised if Austin Rivers makes an impact in the league sooner than expected.  Rivers has a game that is tailor made for the NBA.  What separated him from being a prototypical Coach Krzyzewski player was his isolation type of game, and not being much of a team player.  He showed at Duke that he has the capability to make the big shot and get to the free-throw line, as he averaged 15.5 ppg.  He may have a cockiness about him that needs to be toned down somewhat, but his confidence is unquestioned.  At 6’4 200 pounds, Rivers will go through his growing pains on defensive end against stronger shooting guards in the league, but his ability to score and create his own shot will keep him on the floor.  Rivers will have some maturing to do as a potent scorer in he the league to learn what‘s a good shot and what‘s not. Once he learns that he will flourish, and be a premier scorer in the NBA.

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NBA Draft Rumors of May 17, 2012

May 17, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Evan Fournier

Just like a lot of prospects in what is perceived as a deep draft, so much of Andre Drummond’s stock will be determined by how he fares in individual workouts. It’s pretty clear Kentucky forward Anthony Davis will go No. 1 — but who goes No. 2 remains up for grabs. FOXSportsOhio

“If Drummond impresses (during individual workouts), he’ll be that guy,” one scout said. “If he doesn’t, and just looks so-so, he could drop fast. There might not be a bigger unknown at the moment.” FOXSportsOhio

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Making P.A.R.: A Special 20011-12, NBA Playoff Edition

May 17, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

The Indiana Pacers looking to pull the upset against the Miami Heat. Credit Getty Images

By Joseph Kolodziej

We’ll take a look at who makes “P.A.R.” in this Special 2011-12, NBA Playoff Edition.  But unlike golf, it’s not less shots but more stats that makes the cut.  We’re going to look at each remaining playoff team’s “Big 3” based off of who each team’s top three contributors are and post their “P.A.R.” playoff rankings:  points, assists, and rebounds.  We’re going to let the numbers do the talking and see which team has the best basketball “handicap.” 

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Roundball Direct 2013 Preseason All American Team

May 17, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Doug McDermott; Credit Blecher Report

By C.E. Peterson

The 2012 season was one of rejuvenated blue bloods with Kentucky and Kansas in the National Championship and Indiana back on the map. 2013 should be no different, Indiana looks strong again and the recruiting class in Westwood might help UCLA become prominent, once again.

1st Team

Doug McDermott, Creighton – Junior; The do-it-all forward for the Blue Jays was an All-American as a sophomore and his production should not drop off much.

Cody Zeller, Indiana – Sophomore; Zeller returned to Bloomington and the Hoosier fans are expecting a bit more than the Sweet 16, next year.

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Orlando Antigua: Number One Ranked Assistant Coach in America

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Credits: Nation Of Blue

By David Litster

This year two sophomores left UK’s starting lineup for the NBA draft, which is unusual in a world where most players are either one-and-done, or manage their careers to maximize stats, playing four years and redshirting if possible, timing their graduation to the end of their eligibility.  They both indicated that they stayed to win a national title, going out on top.  As Jones said last spring when he withdrew from the draft, “I’ve been enjoying being a college player and plan on striving to reach my goal of winning #8 here at UK.”

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How the NBA Lottery Will Fall

May 17, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Anthony Davis; Credit Getty Images

By J. Scott Huston

There are 2,184 different scenarios the NBA lottery could fall and there is absolutely no way to predict it. With a little justification for each pick, here is a complete shot-in-the-dark of how the NBA lottery will transpire.

14- Houston Rockets
It’s easy to feel to bad for the Rockets. They come so close every year, but always fall short. They need to start making this 14th pick count. (0.5% chance of #1)

13- Phoenix Suns
The Suns haven’t had too much experience in the recent past with the lottery, but a bit of beginner’s luck is not something to expect. They’ll stay exactly where they are at 13. (0.6% chance of #1)

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NBA Draft Rumors for May 16, 2012

May 16, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Anthony Davis. Credit Reuters

Let’s start, then, with the first category: Anthony Davis, Kentucky, freshman power forward (6-foot-10, 220 pounds): As if his top-dog status hasn’t been established already, I spoke with another general manager to inquire about Davis’ incredible potential. To review, my May 1 report had executives comparing Davis not only to Blake Griffin but also to future Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett. Sure enough, the consensus continues. “He could be every bit as good as KG,” the GM said. “KG, [Tim] Duncan — that’s this guy’s upside. There’s no telling how good this guy is going to be.” SI.com

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To Stay or Go

May 16, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Jared Cunningham; Credits; AP

By Michael Almonte

With the 2012 NBA Draft a month away, every year there will be debate on which college basketball stars should have stayed or were not ready for the NBA.

I believe the following three players could have used another season in college and improved their draft status in 2013. Then again, it’s tough to tell a kid who has dreamed of playing in the NBA his whole life the obstacles that await him.

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VCU To The A-10

May 16, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

VCU Head Coach Shaka Smart will be in the A-10; US Presswire

By Chris Ramirez

Richmond, VA – VCU announced Tuesday it is leaving the Colonial Athletic Association for the Atlantic 10. “This is a tremendous opportunity that really represents the best interests of this institution,” VCU President Michael Rao said at a press conference in the Seigel Center.

Butler, which beat Virginia Commonwealth in the final four last year, joined the Atlantic 10 on May 2. But Butler won’t come aboard until the 2013-14 school year, VCU will make it official July 1.

The school is forfeiting nearly $5 million in NCAA tournament money due them over the next six years under the guidelines of CAA bylaws, will pay the CAA a $250,000 exit fee and a $700,000 fee to join the A-10, interim athletic director David Benedict said.

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Laurie Fine May Sue Over The Sex Scandal

May 16, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

By Chris Ramirez

GENEVA, N.Y.  — Laurie Fine, the wife of a former Syracuse University assistant basketball coach Bernie Fine accused of molesting ball boys may file a lawsuit in connection with the claims. Mrs. Fine is scheduled to speak out about what her lawyer calls false accusations and scandalous lies.

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NBA Draft Rumors for May 15, 2012

May 15, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Jared Sullinger; Credits Getty

“I see us being very active in all three areas — the draft, free agency and trades,” Carlisle said. “And it’s going to be a long summer because we’re going to be involved in everything. And so it’s one of the reasons I’m excited because I think there are going to be some terrific opportunities out there. We’ve got to get the team younger, we’ve got to get the team better.” ESPN.com

Damian Lillard wants to be on a Top 10 list and he isn’t thinking about the Late Show with David Letterman. “I think I can get drafted in the top 10,” Lillard says. “That’s my goal, that’s where I want to get drafted at and it’s possible, so I’m just going to do everything in my power to make it happen.” Standard-Examiner

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Amile Jefferson is Duke Bound

May 15, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

By Chris Ramirez

School officials said Tuesday night that Amile Jefferson signed his letter of intent to play for the Duke Blue Devils this fall.

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Arizona Add Three Transfers

May 15, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

By Chris Ramirez

Tucson, AZ -  The school announced Tuesday that guards Mark Lyons and T.J. McConnell, and forward Matt Korcheck signed to play for the University of Arizona

Lyons has one year of eligibility left after graduating from Xavier. He averaged 15.1 points and helped the Musketeers reach the regional semifinals of the NCAA tournament.

Korcheck, a 6-foot-9 sophomore from Tucson, averaged 14.7 points and 6.5 rebounds for Cochise College in 2011-12. He will have two seasons of eligibility left.

McConnell will not be eligible to play next season after transferring from Duquesne, where he averaged 11.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 5.5 assists and 2.8 steals last season. He has two years of eligibility remaining.

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NBA Draft Rumors for May 14, 2012

May 14, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

The line starts behind Anthony Davis. There may be questions about the talent level at point guard in the 2012 NBA Draft. There may be concerns about the paucity of small forwards in the Draft. There will be, as ever, lamenting about the lack of true center prospects in the Draft. But there is no question who the first pick of the Draft will be — Davis, the freshman sensation from Kentucky who led the Wildcats to the NCAA national championship and whose defensive skills have every lottery team from 1 to 14 dreaming about the possibilities of putting Davis in the home white next season. He jump-starts every team’s rebuilding process and accelerates most to the point where making the playoffs becomes the expected outcome going forward. NBA.com

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And with the 6th pick in the 2012 NBA Draft……………….

May 14, 2012   Roundball Direct   No comments

Harrison Barnes; Credit AP

By Tim Donohoo

Barnes possesses good balance and body control and he is exceptional with the ball fake. He has the perfect size and game for the NBA. He moves well without the ball and passes well for his size.

Averaged 17 points per game, five rebounds per contest and shot 44 percent from the floor in guiding Roy Williams Tar Heels to the ACC title last season. The sophomore averaged 29 minutes an outing and scored in double figures 34 times. His season high was a 27 point output versus Virginia Tech on January, 19th.

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