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NBA Draft Mailbag

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Paul M. Banks and David Kay answer your college and professional hoops queries Check out our college and NBA content at Walter Football.com I love it. Although a bone to pick is with this Ty Lawson selection.  If he's not gone by 10 I'll be shocked.  He's a fluid shooter now and will be a defensive pest.  But if the Pistons end up with him in their laps, holy cow what … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Mailbag

NBA Draft Combine Photos, Measurables Chart

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Hasheem Thabeet in the house. Here are some of the best pics from the NBA Draft combine Media Day in Chicago. It's kind of like Super Bowl Media Day, but for basketball geeks. Come to think of it, I'd rather attend this than Super Bowl Media Day. Although this one doesn't feature interviews conducted by sock puppets or journalists in wedding dresses...that I know … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Combine Photos, Measurables Chart

Jim Boeheim Discusses the Collegiate Springboard to NBA

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By Paul M. Banks We all know that the NBA requires players to put in at least one year of college before jumping to “The Association,” Up until a couple years ago, players could jump directly from high school. Recently, there’s been talk of turning that one year commitment rule into a two year mandate. I spoke with a legendary coach, Syracuse’s Jim Boeheim about that … [Read more...] about Jim Boeheim Discusses the Collegiate Springboard to NBA

B.J. Mullens: the Big Ten’s Only Draft Choice

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By Paul M. Banks and David Kay B.J. Mullens is making a mistake.  There, I said it.  The highly-touted Ohio State freshman seven-footer declared for the NBA Draft after one year in Columbus in which he didn’t even hold the starting job (though he was named the Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year.)  While he has the athleticism and potential to be a quality big man at the next … [Read more...] about B.J. Mullens: the Big Ten’s Only Draft Choice

The Big East’s Battle Tested NBA Prospects

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By Paul M. Banks and David Kay During the 2008-2009 season, the Big East set itself apart from any other conference in the history college basketball.  It became the first conference in NCAA Tournament history to not only send five teams to the Sweet Sixteen, but also advance four schools to the Elite 8.  At one time, eight Big East teams were ranked in the AP Top 25, the … [Read more...] about The Big East’s Battle Tested NBA Prospects

2009 NBA Mock Draft

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See the rest of round one here https://www.walterfootball.com/nbadraft2009mock.php 1.  Los Angeles Clippers: Blake Griffin, PF, Oklahoma, 6-9, So. Poor Blake Griffin. This has to be the worst case scenario for him. The Clips are are a destination where players just do not thrive. They already have some talented big man in Chris Kaman, Marcus Camby, and Zach … [Read more...] about 2009 NBA Mock Draft

Rating the Draft’s Point Guards

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Point guard is the deepest position in the 2009 NBA Draft with eight players likely being taken in the first round, and that number possibly could jump to as high as 11. Depending on a team's need, there are a few different directions it can go if it's looking to draft a point guard. Experience versus potential will likely determine which team takes which point guard based on … [Read more...] about Rating the Draft’s Point Guards

UConn Continues Pipeline to NBA

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By Paul M. Banks and David K. In 2006, UConn had five players picked in the NBA Draft. Rudy Gay, Hilton Armstrong, Marcus Williams, and Josh Boone were all chosen in the first round while Denham Brown was selected in the second.  This sort of Husky-representation at the next level should come as no surprise as Jim Calhoun has placed 13 players currently on a NBA … [Read more...] about UConn Continues Pipeline to NBA

2010 NBA Mock Draft

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By David K. Here's the first 5 picks in our 2010 NBA Mock Draft, for the full list click here https://www.walterfootball.com/nbadraft2010mock.php •  Sacramento Kings: John Wall, PG, Kentucky, 6-4, Fr. This kid is so talented that by his committed to Kentucky, the Wildcats have gone from a Top 25 team to a realistic title contender for next season. He is beyond gifted … [Read more...] about 2010 NBA Mock Draft