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2012 NBA Mock Draft

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  The 2012 NBA Draft figures to consist of a deeper, more talented group of prospects that the 2011 class.  (Check out our 2011 NBA Mock Draft.)  Team needs and outstanding trades have NOT been taken into consideration with this 2012 NBA mock draft. UPDATED: 6/23/11 … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Mock Draft

Jon Leuer Stays Close to Home with the Milwaukee Bucks

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Former Wisconsin Badgers forward Jon Leuer was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 40th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft. The Bucks made headlines with their three-way trade involving the acquisition of Stephen Jackson earlier in the night and then added the versatile Leuer who many see as a great value pick in the second round. Follow the jump to find out what … [Read more...] about Jon Leuer Stays Close to Home with the Milwaukee Bucks

Milwaukee Bucks Make a Splash for Stephen Jackson

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The Milwaukee Bucks took part in a three-way deal with the Charlotte Bobcats and Sacramento Kings in the first round of the 2011 NBA Draft which was highlighted by Stephen Jackson becoming a Buck. Jackson is joined by Charlotte's Shaun Livingston, Sacramento's Beno Udrih and the 19th overall pick Tobias Harris of Tennessee. The Bucks sent Corey Maggette to Charlotte and John … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Make a Splash for Stephen Jackson

Cleveland Cavaliers select Tristan Thompson with 4th overall pick in 2011 NBA draft

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With the 4th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers selected Tristan Thompson, a forward from Texas. Surprised by this pick? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. After Enes Kanter went 3rd overall to the Jazz, the popular belief was that the Cavs would select Jonas Valanciunas as the 4th pick. Few, if any, predicted Thompson would be selected, but Dan … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers select Tristan Thompson with 4th overall pick in 2011 NBA draft

Cleveland Cavaliers select Kyrie Irving with top overall pick in 2011 NBA draft

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With the first overall pick in the 2011 NBA draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers have selected Kyrie Irving, the point guard from Duke. Though the Cavs kept completely silent about the pick leading up to the announcement, this choice does not come as a surprise. For weeks, experts and insiders have been predicting the Cavs to take Irving first. … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers select Kyrie Irving with top overall pick in 2011 NBA draft

2011 NBA Mock Draft-First Round 6-23-11

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HAPPY NBA DRAFT DAY!  Here is our updated 2011 NBA Mock Draft with major changes after the 3-team trade that shakes up the late lottery. Be sure to check back throughout the day for more updates.  Click on the players’ name for a complete scouting report and a NBA comparison, and make sure to check out our feature articles from the NBA Draft Combine.  Click on the team name for … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Mock Draft-First Round 6-23-11

Cleveland Cavaliers Don’t Need to Choose Between Kyrie Irving & Derrick Williams

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Since the NBA Draft lottery was held last month, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been on the clock. The Cavs have also supposedly been deciding which of the consensus top two picks to take with the first overall pick. "Kyrie Irving or Derrick Williams?" has been the question within the Cavaliers organization, the city of Cleveland, the NBA Nerds heads, etc. for the past 4 weeks … [Read more...] about Cleveland Cavaliers Don’t Need to Choose Between Kyrie Irving & Derrick Williams