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2013 NBA Draft – Nemanja Nedovic

April 2, 2013

Nemanja Nedovic – Lieutovos Rytas, Shooting Guard.   Strengths: Possesses a quick first step. Explosive vertically. Can play either guard position. Has a good feel for the game. Weaknesses: Question over which position he... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Reggie Bullock

April 2, 2013

Reggie Bullock – North Carolina, Small Forward (Jr.)   Height: 6’7, Weight: 205 lbs. Strengths: As reliable of a shooter as you will find. Has deep range. Good athlete. Solid defensive fundamentals. Prototypical size... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – James Southerland

April 2, 2013

James Southerland – Syracuse, Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’8, Weight: 215 Strengths: One of the purest shooters the draft has to offer. Gets his shot off extremely quickly. Has good length. Weaknesses: Currently looked at... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Isaiah Canaan

April 2, 2013

Isaiah Canaan – Murray State, Point Guard (Sr.)   Height: 6’1, Weight: 195 lbs. Strengths: A strong guard with very good quickness. Can shoot the ball with range. Experienced at running the pick-and-roll. Weaknesses:... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Tim Hardaway Jr.

April 2, 2013

Tim Hardaway Jr. – Michigan, Shooting Guard (Jr.)   Height: 6’6, Weight: 205 lbs. Strengths: A talented scorer who is the son of former NBA point guard Tim Hardaway. Good athlete. Contributes in areas... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Allen Crabbe

April 2, 2013

Allen Crabbe – California, Shooting Guard (Jr.)   Height: 6’6, Weight: 210 lbs. Strengths: A quality shooter with a quick release. Has been a consistent rebounder throughout his career. Active without the basketball. Good... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Jackie Carmichael

April 2, 2013

Jackie Carmichael – Illinois State, Power Forward (Sr.)   Height: 6’9, Weight: 240 lbs. Strengths: A solid big man who has steadily improved over the past four years. Thrives with his back to the... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Erick Green

April 2, 2013

Erick Green – Virginia Tech, Point Guard (Sr.)   Height: 6’4, Weight: 185 lbs. Strengths: Exploded as a senior to lead the country in scoring. Gets to the free throw line with regularity. Can... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Michael Snaer

April 2, 2013

Michael Snaer – Florida State, Shooting Guard (Sr.)   Height: 6’5, Weight: 202 lbs. Strengths: One of the premier perimeter defenders in the draft. A clutch shot maker. Good athlete. Tough. Weaknesses: Limited offensively,... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Deshaun Thomas

April 2, 2013

Deshaun Thomas – Ohio State, Small Forward (Jr.)   Height: 6’7, Weight: 225 lbs. Strengths: A potent scorer who can fill it up in a variety of ways. Three point shot has steadily become... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Mike Muscala

April 2, 2013

Mike Muscala – Bucknell, Center (Sr.)   Height: 6’11, Weight: 239 lbs. Strengths: One of the most dominant players at the mid-major level over the past three seasons. Knows how to play with his... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Tony Snell

April 2, 2013

Tony Snell – New Mexico, Guard/Forward (Jr.) Height: 6’7, Weight: 200 Strengths: Has ideal size and length for either perimeter position. Jump shot has extended range. Solid defensively. Weaknesses: Has to add strength to... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Trevor Mbakwe

April 2, 2013

Trevor Mbakwe – Minnesota, Power Forward (Sr.)   Height: 6’8, Weight: 245 lbs. Strengths: A grinder who is known for his work on the glass. Gets after it on both ends of the court.... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Kenny Kadji

April 2, 2013

Kenny Kadji – Miami, Power Forward (Sr.)   Height: 6’11, Weight: 242 lbs. Strengths: A versatile big man who tends to be a matchup nightmare. Can shoot the ball with range. Has a high... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Nate Wolters

April 2, 2013

Nate Wolters – South Dakota State, Point Guard (Sr.)   Strengths: One of the most productive players in college basketball over the last three years. A quality shooter with deep range. Good playmaker. Has... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Brandon Paul

April 2, 2013

Brandon Paul – Illinois, Shooting Guard (Sr.)   Height: 6’4, Weight: 200 lbs. Strengths: A natural scorer who plays with an aggressive mentality. Impressive athlete with good length. Explosive. Weaknesses: A volume shooter who... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Solomon Hill

April 2, 2013

Solomon Hill – Arizona, Small Forward (Sr.)   Height: 6’7, Weight: 220 lbs. Strengths: A versatile forward who can do a little bit of everything on the floor. A willing passer. Can hit the... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Rodney Williams

April 2, 2013

Rodney Williams – Minnesota, Small Forward (Sr.)   Height: 6’7, Weight: 205 lbs. Strengths: A lengthy forward who is extremely athletic. Has the potential to be troublesome on the defensive end. Has good quickness.... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Vander Blue

April 2, 2013

Vander Blue – Marquette, Guard (Sr.) Height: 6’4, Weight: 190 Strengths: A tough guard coming off of a strong NCAA Tournament run. A sound defender with good length. Excels at getting into the paint.... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Will Clyburn

April 2, 2013

Will Clyburn – Iowa State, Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’6, Weight: 206 Strengths: A long and athletic small forward who can do a little bit of everything. Hits the glass hard. Knows how to score.... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Robert Covington

April 2, 2013

Robert Covington – Tennessee State, Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’6, Weight: 210 Strengths: A shooter with good length and athleticism. An active rebounder. Plays the passing lanes well defensively. Weaknesses: Unproven against elite competition. Unknown... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Seth Curry

April 2, 2013

Seth Curry – Duke, Guard (Sr.) Height: 6’3, Weight: 180 Strengths: Comes from a great basketball pedigree. A quality shooter from three like his dad and brother. Good with the ball. Has a strong... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Dewayne Dedmon

April 2, 2013

Dewayne Dedmon – USC, Center (Jr.) Height: 7’0, Weight: 250 Strengths: An intriguing big man who has all the physical tools necessary to play in the league. Finishes strong around the rim. Progressed well... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – James Ennis

April 2, 2013

James Ennis – Long Beach State, Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’6, Weight: 206 Strengths: A serious offensive threat with deep range on his jump shot. Has NBA athleticism. Long and quick. Weaknesses: Turns it over... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Brandon Davies

April 2, 2013

Brandon Davies – BYU, Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’9, Weight: 234 Strengths: A solid four man who noticeably developed each and every year in college. Long and athletic. Good rebounder. Earned MVP honors at the... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Carrick Felix

April 2, 2013

Carrick Felix – Arizona State, Guard (Sr.) Height: 6’6, Weight: 197 Strengths: An explosive and athletic two guard. Hits the glass hard. Ideal size and length for position. Weaknesses: Ball handling. Shot 64 percent... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Richard Howell

April 2, 2013

Richard Howell – North Carolina State, Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’8, Weight: 261 Strengths: A physical big man who really rebounds the basketball. Can play facing the basket. Efficient offensively. Weaknesses: Slightly undersized for his... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Pierre Jackson

April 2, 2013

Pierre Jackson – Baylor, Point Guard (Sr.) Height: 5’10, Weight: 180 Strengths: An explosive lead guard who can really push the tempo. Very good athlete. Can hit the open three. Weaknesses: Really undersized. Can... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Grant Jerrett

April 2, 2013

Grant Jerret – Arizona, Power Forward (Fr.) Height: 6’10, Weight: 220 Strengths: A face up four who left school more because of a minutes crunch at his position than being pro ready. Has good... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Ryan Kelly

April 2, 2013

Ryan Kelly – Duke, Center (Sr.) Height: 6’11, Weight: 230 Strengths: Has a reliable jump shot and range out to the three-point line. Has a high basketball IQ. Comfortable putting the ball on the... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Ray McCallum

April 2, 2013

Ray McCallum – Detroit, Point Guard (Jr.) Height: 6’1, Weight: 185 Strengths: A natural point guard who steadily improved throughout college. Understands how to run a team. Handles the ball well. Possesses good quickness.... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Norvel Pelle

April 2, 2013

Norvel Pelle – Center, Prep School Height: 6’10, Weight: 200 Strengths: Physically gifted. Moves very well for his size, especially vertically. Young with plenty of room to improve. Weaknesses: Still very raw. Has some... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Peyton Siva

April 2, 2013

Peyton Siva – Louisville, Point Guard (Sr.) Height: 6’0, Weight: 175 Strengths: An energizer with great speed and explosiveness. Thrives on the defensive end. A good passer. Weaknesses: Seemingly plateaued after his sophomore season.... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Erik Murphy

April 2, 2013

Erick Murphy – Florida, Power Forward (Sr.) Height: 6’10, Weight: 238 Strengths: A big man who will keep defenses honest with his extended range and reliable jump shot. Tall and mobile. Weaknesses: Just an... »Read More

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2013 NBA Draft – Adonis Thomas

April 2, 2013

Adonis Thomas – Memphis, Forward (So.) Height: 6’7, Weight: 215 Strengths: A physical specimen built to play in the NBA. Very athletic. Can defend multiple positions. Weaknesses: Didn’t develop as expected over the last... »Read More

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Full 2013 NBA Mock Draft – 3/31/13

March 31, 2013

HOOPSWORLD releases it's latest mock draft reflecting the movement from the 2013 NCAA Tournament.  »Read More

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NBA AM: Looking At The NBA Lottery Teams

March 28, 2013

With less than 12 games remaining for most NBA teams the 2013 NBA Draft will move to the front and center... Perry Jones talks about his rookie season... LeBron says Refs letting things get... »Read More

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2013 Full NBA Mock Draft – 3/10/13

March 10, 2013

With the regular season just about done in college basketball, HOOPSWORLD releases its latest mock draft.  »Read More

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NBA AM: Looking Ahead To The NBA Draft Lottery

March 4, 2013

The NBA Draft is roughly 115 days away, but with NBA teams settling into playoff roles, some teams are going to be looking to the March Madness tournament and the draft. What's the lottery... »Read More

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2013 Full NBA Mock Draft – 2/24/13

February 24, 2013

HOOPSWORLD's senior NBA Draft analyst Yannis Koutroupis releases the latest edition of his full 60-pick 2013 NBA mock draft.  »Read More

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2013 NBA First Round Mock Draft – 2/13/13

February 13, 2013

HOOPSWORLD releases an updated 2013 NBA first round mock draft to show where Kentucky's Nerlens Noel's stock stands after suffering a season-ending torn ACL.  »Read More

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2013 NBA Mock Draft – 2/2/13

February 2, 2013

Senior NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis releases his latest 2013 NBA Mock Draft, which is headlined by Shabazz Muhammad and Nerlens Noel.  »Read More

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2013 NBA Mock Draft – 12/26/12

December 26, 2012

NBA Draft analyst Yannis Koutroupis releases his latest 2013 NBA Mock Draft, which is highlighted by Cody Zeller, Shabazz Muhammad and Ben McLemore!  »Read More

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2013 Mock Draft – 12/1/12

December 1, 2012

HOOPSWORLD NBA Draft analyst Yannis Koutroupis releases his 2013 mock draft for December, highlighted by Cody Zeller, Shabazz Muhammad and Alex Len! »Read More

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2013 NBA Mock Draft – 11/11/12

November 11, 2012

Senior NCAA analyst Yannis Koutroupis unveils his first 2013 NBA Mock Draft of the season, led by Shabazz Muhammad and Cody Zeller.  »Read More

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NBA PM: What Future Draft Picks Can Turn Into

September 4, 2012

A historic look at who some of the best future draft picks involved in trades turned out to be... NCAA could be losing some star power... Dwight Howard teaming up with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. »Read More

Top 5 International Draft Prospects

September 4, 2012

Alexey Shved will make his NBA debut with the MInnesota Timberwolves this fall, but what international prospects are due for a shot in 2013? »Read More

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NBA Monday: The Gems Of The 2013 NBA Draft

September 3, 2012

Some are saying that the 2013 NBA Draft could be very thin, however at the top there could be some serious talent... Xavier Henry is trying to get healthy... The ties that bind... NBA... »Read More

NBA Saturday: Draft Prospects In Olympics

July 28, 2012

A look at the top NBA Draft prospects participating in the 2012 Olympics... Tony Wroten ready to help replace O.J. Mayo... Up close with Keith Benson... »Read More

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Coach: 3 Draft Winners, Lesson for Scott Brooks

July 2, 2012

Coach Macri offers his thoughts on the 2012 NBA Draft's three biggest winners, and then explores one major takeaway for Scott Brooks off of OKC's NBA Finals loss. »Read More

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The Steals Of the 2012 NBA Draft

June 30, 2012

Harrison Barnes could've gone as high as #2 overall this year, but dropped all the way to #7. He's just one of many steals from this year's draft. »Read More

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Looking Ahead: The 2013 Draft’s Top 10

June 30, 2012

The countdown for the 2013 NBA Draft has begun and there are a lot of talented players, like Indiana's Cody Zeller and Kentucky's Nerlens Noel vying for the top spot.  »Read More

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Grading Out The 2012 NBA Draft

June 29, 2012

All 60 picks are in and where they are supposed to be, so lets look at how those picks worked out. »Read More

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2012 NBA Draft Losers

June 29, 2012

NBA Draft's biggest losers either failed to accomplish their goals on Thursday night or headed into the draft without a chance. »Read More

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2012 NBA Draft Winners

June 29, 2012

Who made the most of their draft, made all the right moves and came out on top last night? »Read More

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#24 Jared Cunningham

June 29, 2012

Jared Cunningham was selected by Cleveland with the twenty-fourth pick and is part of a proposed trade with Dallas for Tyler Zeller. »Read More

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2012 NBA Draft Trades Recap

June 29, 2012

While no big names were moved on draft night 2012, there was plenty of activity on the trade front.  »Read More

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#16: Royce White

June 29, 2012

The Houston Rockets did the unexpected with the 16th pick in the draft, adding another power forward. »Read More

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23: John Jenkins

June 29, 2012

With the 23rd overall pick, the Atlanta Hawks have selected John Jenkins »Read More

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#27: Arnett Moultrie

June 28, 2012

Clearly possessing plenty of “upside,” the Philadelphia 76ers are hoping the best of Arnett Moultrie is yet to come… »Read More

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#28: Perry Jones III

June 28, 2012

With the 28th overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft the Oklahoma City Thunder selected Perry Jones III of Baylor. »Read More

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#19: Andrew Nicholson

June 28, 2012

With the nineteenth pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, the Orlando Magic selected Andrew Nicholson of St. Bonaventure. »Read More

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#13: Kendall Marshall

June 28, 2012

With the 13th overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, the Phoenix Suns selected Kendall Marshall of North Carolina. »Read More

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#30: Festus Ezeli

June 28, 2012

The Golden State Warriors select Festus Ezeli with the 30th pick in the NBA Draft. »Read More

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#22: Fab Melo

June 28, 2012

The Boston Celtics continued their frontcourt makeover by taking Syracuse center Fab Melo with the 22nd pick.  »Read More

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