Mar 22, 2012; St. Louis, MO, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Tyler Zeller (44) shoots during practice the day before the semifinals of the midwest region of the 2012 NCAA men

As the 2012 NBA Draft creeps nearer, the Nuggets still remain in prime position with the 20th pick. They could easily get an NBA ready player or go for a young player with potential. They have already worked out the likes of Royce White, John Jenkins and Terrence Ross and will work out Will Barton this week. Many more workouts will be planned out as the draft nears.

1. NEW ORLEANS: Anthony Davis, 6-foot-11  222 pounds, 19 years old, Kentucky, Freshman, Power Forward
   Davis will help the Hornets, but they need more than him to get over the threshold.
2. CHARLOTTE: Thomas Robinson, 6-10  244, 21 years old, Kansas, Junior, Power Forward
   (Previous pick: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist)
   This is a tough pick to predict, because there is a good chance that the Bobcats trade the pick. If they keep it, Robinson has to be the guy. Rumor is it that Michael Jordan isn’t too high on Michael Kidd Gilchrist. Robinson is the most ready player in the draft and somebody that will play hard for the Bobcats. If Bismack Biyombo pans out, him and Robinson would be a dominating duo in the paint.
3. WASHINGTON: Michael Kidd Gilchrist, 6-8  233, 18 years old, Kentucky, Freshman, Small Forward
   (Previous pick: Bradley Beal)
   The Wizards are in a great spot to fill their voids at shooting guard or at small forward. While Beal would give Washington more of an offensive weapon, Kidd Gilchrist’s intangibles may be too much to pass up. While he struggles shooting the rock, he plays hard and with heart. Kidd Gilchrist should thrive playing next to former Kentucky star John Wall, especially if Jordan Crawford continues to develop.
4. CLEVELAND: Bradley Beal, 6-5 202, 18 years old, Florida, Freshman, Shooting Guard
   (Previous pick: Harrison Barnes)
   It’s funny to say, but Beal may be the steal of the draft here. He doesn’t have great size, but he can score and is a much better shooter than he showed in college. He also is a great rebounder for his size and underrated defensively and athletically. Beal and Kyrie Irving would be an exciting backcourt for Cleveland. The Cavs may also look at Barnes, but Beal is the better prospect.
5. SACRAMENTO: Harrison Barnes, 6-8  223, 20 years old, North Carolina, Sophomore, Small Forward
   (Previous pick: Thomas Robinson)
   Barnes could easily go fourth, but the Kings will gladly take him with the fifth pick. Barnes has great size for small forward and is a good shooter, but he isn’t a dominate scorer. He’s more of a complimentary scorer, similar to Loul Deng. The Kings may also look at Andre Drummond here and the wild card at this pick is John Henson.
6. PORTLAND: Damian Lillard, 6-3  189, 21 years old, Weber State, Junior, Guard
   (Previous pick: Andre Drummond)
   The Blazers can go in many different ways with the sixth pick; they can draft Lillard and hope he is their starting point guard for the present and future. Or they can go after a project like Andre Drummond. Dion Waiters may be an option as his stock continues to rise or draft Jared Sullinger to pair him with LaMarcus Aldridge. Lillard may be the safest pick, he has proven time and time again what he can do and he’d look good playing with Aldridge.
7. GOLDEN STATE: Terrence Jones, 6-10  252, 20 years old, Kentucky, Sophomore, Forward
   The Warriors biggest need is at small forward, but Jones would help as a stretch 4 coming off the bench. Jones has all the talent in the world; he can shoot the ball, score, rebound and defend. The biggest knock is how driven is he?
8. TORONTO: Dion Waiters, 6-4  221, 20 years old, Syracuse, Sophomore, Guard
   (Previous pick: Jeremy Lamb)
   The Raptors biggest need is a star player and outside of Davis, Waiters has the highest ceiling. He has killer instinct and has the power and speed to drive by just about anybody. Waiters doesn’t really fit a need for a position (he is a combo guard) for the Raptors, but his potential may be too much to pass up.
9. DETROIT: Meyers Leonard, 7 -1 250, 20 years old, Illinois, Sophomore, Center
   (Previous pick: Andre Drummond)
   A lot of mock drafts have the Pistons selecting Henson to team up with Greg Monroe. However, with how high Leonard’s stock is rising it’s hard to see the Pistons passing on this big man. He is very athletic and has great size (measuring in above 7-foot-1 with shoes on), but he is very raw. Another option for the ninth pick is Drummond.
10. NEW ORLEANS: Jared Sullinger, 6-9  268, 20 years old, Ohio State, Sophomore, Power Forward
    (Previous pick: Damian Lillard)
    Putting together a duo of Davis and Sullinger in New Orleans would be scary. Each would help the others shortcomings and give the Hornets two very young and talented big man to build around.
11. PORTLAND: Andre Drummond, 7  279, 18 years old, Connecticut, Freshman, Center
    (Previous pick: Dion Waiters)
    Some mock drafts have Drummond going as high as No. 2 overall, but there is so much uncertainty surrounding Drummond that may scare a few teams off. He has all the talent in the world, but many worry about his drive and how successful he will be at the next level. Taking him in the top 10 would be a risk, but snagging him at No. 11 would give the Blazers a very solid and talented draft to work with. Who knows, it may even motivate Drummond to prove people wrong.
12. MILWAUKEE: Jeremy Lamb, 6-5  185, 20 years old, Connecticut, Sophomore, Shooting Guard
    (Previous pick: Perry Jones)
    Lamb won’t fill any needs for the Bucks, but he’s too talented for Milwaukee to pass up. Lamb has great size and scoring potential. Many scouts compare him to Rip Hamilton, but the biggest question surrounding Lamb is his passion. The Bucks could also draft Jones, Henson or Tyler Zeller. However, Lamb is the best prospect with the most potential for this pick.
13. PHOENIX: Austin Rivers, 6-4  203, 19 years old, Duke, Freshman, Shooting Guard
    Rivers is one of the most hyped players in the Draft and it’s hard to see him living up to the expectations. Rivers is a good scorer and has good ball-handling skills, but he lacks ideal height and isn’t terribly athletic. He also is a bit of a chucker. Rivers would fit in perfectly for the Suns, who need a talented scorer and ball-handler. Rivers may not be enough to make Steve Nash stay, but he’d help Phoenix’s future after Nash.
14. HOUSTON: Perry Jones, 6-11  234, 20 years old, Baylor, Sophomore, Forward
    (Previous pick: Tyler Zeller)
    The Rockets are searching for a star and Jones has one of the highest ceilings in the draft. There is a high-risk, high-reward pick, but Jones is worth the risk at 14. Jones will probably play small forward at the next level, and with his size, talent and range he should be a force.
15. PHILADELPHIA: Moe Harkless, 6-9 207, 19 years old, St. John’s, Freshman, Forward
    (Previous pick: Jared Sullinger)
    The Sixers want to go big, but they also are in a position where they may go for the best prospect available. Harkless has impressed a lot of people with his confidence and work ethic. There aren’t many players left in the draft that has a higher ceiling.
16. HOUSTON: Terrence Ross, 6-7  197, 21 years old, Washington, Sophomore, SG/SF
    Ross has all the tools of an NBA shooting guard. He is extremely athletic, has deep range and length to be a good defender. The Rockets are crowded at shooting guard and small forward, but Ross is too talented to pass up. Don’t be surprised if Ross goes higher in the draft.
17. DALLAS: John Henson, 6-11  220, 21 years old, North Carolina, Junior, Power Forward
    (Previous pick: Meyers Leonard)
    This pick is crap shot; the Mavericks can draft Kendall Marshall and develop him into their starting point guard. Or they can go after Henson and hope he is the defensive stopper that they have missed since Tyson Chandler has left. Or they can get Zeller with the idea that he can play right away and can help Dirk Nowitzki out. Any of the three former Tar Heels can help the Mavs. However, Henson may be the most needed. Dallas got killed in the post and Henson’s length and defensive presence will help there.
18. MINNESOTA: Evan Fournier, 6-7  206, 19 years old, France, Shooting Guard
    (Previous pick: Quincy Miller)
    The Timberwolves really don’t have a need. They are set pretty much all over the floor, except at shooting guard. And while there aren’t any shooting guards worth reaching at, Fournier may be intriguing. He is young and has great size. The T-wolves have already added some young European talent with Ricky Rubio and Nikola Pekovic, Fournier may be the next in line, Blazers’ small forward Nicolas Batum has even compared him to Manu Ginobili.
19. ORLANDO: Kendall Marshall, 6-4  197, 20 years old, North Carolina, Sophomore, Point Guard
    (Previous pick: Moe Harkless)
    What do you do when your best player wants to be traded, do you draft the best player available or go for need? Marshall may help at both. He arguably the best passer in the draft and can play right away. He is a great leader on the floor and could be the piece that makes Dwight Howard stay. Doubtfully, but possibly.
20. DENVER: Tyler Zeller, 7-1 247, 22 years old, North Carolina, Senior, Center
    (Previous pick: Kendall Marshall)
    Zeller is predicted to go in the lottery, but with so many prospects on the rise Zeller may slide through the cracks. He will never be a star, but he is one of the most ready players in the NBA and somebody that should have a long career in the NBA.
21. BOSTON: Royce White, 6-8 249, 21 years old, Iowa State, Sophomore, Power Forward
22. BOSTON: Andrew Nicholson, 6-9  220, 22 years old, St. Bonaventure, Senior, Power Forward
    (Previous pick: Evan Fournier)
    The Celtics can’t be looking for more than depth with these two picks and Nicholson and White are the two best players available. Nicholson has great range on his jumper, while White is probably the most versatile player in the draft. Boston’s biggest need is size, but their second biggest need is depth.
23. ATLANTA: Arnett Moultrie, 6-11  233, 21 years old, Mississippi State, Junior, Power Forward
    (Previous pick: Tony Wroten)
    The Hawks need size and Moultrie is the best big man available. He is a good rebounder and has range on his jumper. Moultrie also has a lot of fire too, with the plethora of big man in Atlanta it wouldn’t be surprising if Moultrie is part of Atlanta’s rotation.
24. CLEVELAND: Fab Melo, 7-0  255, 21 years old, Syracuse, Sophomore, Center
    (Previous pick: Doron Lamb)
    The Cavaliers don’t have any 7-footers on their roster, and Melo’s size and defensive ability is intriguing. Not to mention it probably would be nice for Melo to play with a fellow Brazilian (Anderson Varejao).
25. MEMPHIS: Marquis Teague, 6-2  189, 19 years old, Kentucky, Freshman, Point Guard
    The Grizzlies desperately need a backup point guard as they turned to OJ Mayo to run the point at times during the playoffs and it didn’t turn out well. Teague isn’t a traditional point guard, he struggles with his decision making and tends to be out of control at times. However, he is still young and is very aggressive and could be a nice piece for Memphis.
26. INDIANA: Jeff Taylor, 6-7  226, 23 years old, Vanderbilt, Senior, Forward
    The Pacers have been making a living on finding players late in the draft (Roy Hibbert, Danny Granger…) and Taylor may be another one. He is very undervalued, mainly due to his age. However, he is a lockdown defender and has range on his jump shot. He could play right away.
27. MIAMI: Draymond Green, 6-8 236, 22 years old, Michigan State, Senior, Forward
    (Previous pick: Arnett Moultrie)
    Green would be another great role player for the Heat. He is very versatile, who can pass the ball, grab a rebound and score the ball.
28. OKLAHOMA CITY: Quincy Miller, 6-10 219, 19 years old, Baylor, Freshman, Forward
    (Previous pick: Andrew Nicholson)
    Miller is a poor man’s Kevin Durant. It’s still unclear if Miller can recover from his high school injury, but if he does he’d bea steal for the Thunder.
29. CHICAGO: Orlando Johnson, 6-5  223, 23 years old, UC Santa Barbara, Senior, Shooting Guard
    This is a tough pick to predict. The Bulls will be without Derrick Rose for part of next year and could go for a prospect here or look more towards a player to help now. Some mock drafts have the Bulls drafting John Jenkins here, but Jenkins may not be enough of a scorer for Chicago which tended to struggle offensively down the stretch. Johnson is a very prominent scorer who can score in many ways. He can take smaller players into the post, he can drive by slower wings and also take bigger defenders outside. Johnson doesn’t have the upside but the Bulls may not be looking for upside with this pick.
30. GOLDEN STATE: Will Barton, 6-6 174, 21 yeras old, Memphis, Sophomore, Shooting Guard
    (Previous pick: Fab Melo)
    Barton is a very talented prospect, great length with an ability to score and share the ball. The issue with Barton is he lacks the strength to play in the NBA. Of course, the same thing can be said about Durant. However, unlike Durant, Barton’s growth is limited due to his inconsistent jump shot and strength.
    NEXT UP: John Jenkins, Tony Wroten, Jared Cunningham, Doron Lamb, Khris Middleton

Mar 18, 2012; Greensboro, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward John Henson (31) and guard Kendall Marshall (5) and forward Tyler Zeller (44) huddle during the first half in the third round of the 2012 NCAA men

The Denver Nuggets will once again try to get another steal in the NBA Draft, much like they did last year when they snagged Jordan Hamilton or Kenneth Faried. And like they did three years ago when they acquired Ty Lawson on draft day.

Lawson was drafted 18th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves and was later traded to the Nuggets. Denver selected Faried with the 22nd pick and then traded for Hamilton after he was drafted 26th by the Dallas Mavericks. Which means drafting 20th is right where the Nuggets want to be – especially in this deep draft.

1. NEW ORLEANS: Anthony Davis, 6-foot-10  220 pounds, 19 years old, Kentucky, Freshman, Power Forward
   Davis is the only sure thing in this draft, but the Hornets aren’t the best situation for the young big man. They lack a true point guard (Jarrett Jack is solid, but not great) and Eric Gordon, the only star caliber player in New Orleans, is a restricted free agent and hasn’t been thrilled playing for the Hornets.
2. CHARLOTTE: Michael Kidd Gilchrist, 6-7  228, 19 years old, Kentucky, Freshman, Small Forward
   Okay, Kidd-Gilchrist can’t shoot the ball and may never be a great scorer in the NBA. But the guy plays hard, wants to win and can defend with the best of them. He is exactly what the Bobcats need, heart and grit. He develop into a Luol Deng-type player, someone that’s calling card is defense and can still be a complimentary scorer. The Bobcats may also instead opt for Bradley Beal, who is more of a traditional scorer.
3. WASHINGTON: Bradley Beal, 6-4  207, 19 years old, Florida, Freshman, Shooting Guard
   It’s a toss up about who is better for the Wizards, Kidd-Gilchrist or Beal. However, no matter what one or the other will be available for Washington at No. 3. Both players would play well with John Wall, but Beal would provide the Wizards, who were tied for 22nd in scoring, another offensive weapon. Some mock drafts have the Wizards taking Andre Drummond or Thomas Robinson, but Drummond would give the Wizards another project and Robinson doesn’t really fit a need.
4. CLEVELAND: Harrison Barnes, 6-8  223, 20 years old, North Carolina, Sophomore, Small Forward
   The Cavaliers could go two different directions with this pick. Barnes would fit in well and while some see him as the second-coming of Marvin Williams, others see him as another Danny Granger. Needless to say, Barnes can really shoot the ball and has great size for the small forward position. He also is friends with Cleveland’s star point guard Kyrie Irving. However, it might be hard for the Cavs to pass on Drummond’s potential. Drummond already has great size and would fit in well next to Tristan Thompson, who Cleveland picked in the top five last season.
5. SACRAMENTO:Thomas Robinson, 6-10  240, 21 years old, Kansas, Junior, Power Forward
   Robinson may be the most NBA-ready player in the draft. Dude can bring many of the same things that Kenneth Faried brought the Nuggets this season. He’s highly energetic and a very competitive player, who has more size than Faried – but not as energetic as Faried. Robinson, much like Faried, was a top rebounder in college and may be the best rebounder in the draft. He also has more potential on the offensive side of the ball than Faried. He’d fit in well next to DeMarcus Cousins. The Kings could also go for Drummond.
6. PORTLAND: Andre Drummond, 6-10  251, 18 years old, Connecticut, Freshman, Center
   Ideally the best situation for the Blazers is if Barnes falls. But it would be hard to pass up a young big man that is as talented as Drummond. But, Portland hasn’t had the best luck drafting big man (See Oden, Greg and Bowie, Sam) – especially talented big man. The Blazers could look at Damian Lillard, whose stock is rising or reach for a talented shooting guard like Jeremy Lamb or Dion Waiters.
7. GOLDEN STATE: Terrence Jones, 6-9  244, 20 years old, Kentucky, Sophomore, Forward
   This is much higher than what many mock drafts have Jones going, but the versatile forward may be one of the most talented players in the draft. He has great size, great range and is very good defensively. He also is only 20 and there is reports that he doesn’t have a great motor, but it’s hard to fault a guy that wins a National Title and spent much of the game defending the opposing team’s top player (Thomas Robinson). Jones should succeed as a point forward at the next level, much like guys like Al Harrington, Antoine Walker and Lamar Odom. The Warriors also could look at Perry Jones and Jared Sullinger.
8. TORONTO: Jeremy Lamb, 6-5  185, 20 years old, Connecticut, Sophomore, Shooting Guard
   Lamb doesn’t really fit a need with the Raptors, but he is a player that is capable of playing right away and still have more upside. Lamb has great length and has a solid jump shot. Toronto could also look at Perry Jones or Lillard.
9. DETROIT:John Henson, 6-10  220, 21 years old, North Carolina, Junior, Power Forward
   Henson is a poor man’s Anthony Davis, he has  great length and good shot blocker. His calling card in the NBA will be his defense. However, this may be a little early for a guy that may not be strong enough to defend most power forwards in the NBA. He also is a terrible shooter, something that he has gotten better during his three years at UNC. He may play a similar role to Luc Mbah a Moute at the next level: A defensive stopper that lacks a true position and doesn’t help on offense. The Pistons could look at Perry Jones or Tyler Zeller.
10. NEW ORLEANS: Damian Lillard, 6-2  190, 21 years old, Weber State, Junior, Guard
    The Hornets won the lottery, but if they want to vastly improve their team they need to snag a top talent with the 10th pick too. Lillard’s stock is very much on the rise and he is by far the best point guard in the draft – despite playing at a small college. He is a dangerous scorer that could make him an elite guard in the NBA or a very talented sixth man. The Hornets may instead snag a player like Terrence Ross with the 10th pick, whose stock is also rising.
11. PORTLAND: Dion Waiters, 6-4  215, 20 years old, Syracuse, Sophomore, Guard
    Waiters is the biggest wild card in the draft. Some scouts see him as the next Dwyane Wade. Others see him as the next DeShawn Stevenson. He may help replace Brandon Roy in some Portland fans, and if he and Drummond reach their potential the Blazers have hit the jackpot. Portland could also look into getting help at point guard with Kendall Marshall or get another big like Perry Jones.
12. MILWAUKEE:Perry Jones, 6-11  235, 20 years old, Baylor, Sophomore, Forward
    Jones is another wild card, he is super athletic and very long. He also has range on his jump shot, but there are questions about his motor. Jones may be another steal for the up and coming Bucks, but he won’t replace Andrew Bogut.
13. PHOENIX: Austin Rivers, 6-4  203, 19 years old, Duke, Freshman, Shooting Guard
    Rivers is one of the most hyped players in the Draft and it’s hard to see him living up to the expectations. Rivers is a good scorer and has good ball-handling skills, but he lacks ideal height and isn’t terribly athletic. He also is a bit of a chucker. Rivers would fit in perfectly for the Suns, who need a talented scorer and ball-handler. Rivers may not be enough to make Steve Nash stay, but he’d help Phoenix’s future after Nash.
14. HOUSTON:Tyler Zeller, 6-11  240, 22 years old, North Carolina, Senior, Center
    Zeller isn’t the most skilled center, but he is a player that should be in the NBA for years. The Rockets need help in the post and Zeller’s mobility and work ethic he should help right away. Houston may also look at Jared Sullinger and Terrence Ross.
15. PHILADELPHIA: Jared Sullinger, 6-9  261, 20 years old, Ohio State, Sophomore, Power Forward
    A year ago, Sullinger was a top-5 pick. Now he could possibly slide to 15th, where he would be a steal. Sullinger has a very good, old-school game who can be a force in the post on the offensive side of the ball and also on the glass. He does lack the athleticism that scouts love, but he potentially could follow in similar roles as Carlos Boozer and Zach Randolph. Sullinger also would help replace Elton Brand, who may be an amnesty clause.
16. HOUSTON: Terrence Ross, 6-7  197, 21 years old, Washington, Sophomore, SG/SF
    Ross has all the tools of an NBA shooting guard. He is extremely athletic, has deep range and length to be a good defender. The Rockets are crowded at shooting guard and small forward, but Ross is too talented to pass up. Don’t be surprised if Ross goes higher in the draft.
17. DALLAS: Meyers Leonard, 7  215, 20 years old, Illinois, Sophomore, Center
    Every thing about Leonard screams project. He has great athleticism, size and is a very good shot blocker. He probably won’t help the Mavs too much this season, but in time he would be a good replacement to Tyson Chandler. Dallas could also draft Kendall Marshall with the 17th pick.
18. MINNESOTA: Quincy Miller, 6-9  210, 19 years old, Baylor, Freshman, Forward
    Miller has great size and is very skilled, but he is also still recovering from tearing his ACL during high school. He is very raw, but has great basketball IQ. There is a good chance that the Timberwolves could deal the pick, but Miller would give Minnesota another solid, young prospect.
19. ORLANDO:Moe Harkless, 6-8 218, 19 years old, St. John’s, Freshman, Forward
    Thanks to his athleticism, length and a solid freshman year, Harkless is a lock for a first-round pick. He runs the floor well, but lacks range. He also is a bit of tweener, not skilled enough for small forward and not big enough for power forward. The Magic will go for the best player available and there aren’t a lot of players better than Harkless this late in the draft.
20. DENVER:Kendall Marshall, 6-4  197, 20 years old, North Carolina, Sophomore, Point Guard
    The Nuggets don’t have an immediate need and can go in a many of different directions. They could easily go with the best player available, which is Marshall.  Marshall would make sense due to the UNC connections and he is a younger version of Andre Miller. However, Denver may also reach for a guy like John Jenkins, who is by far the top shooter in the draft. Another player the Nuggets could look at is  Fab Melo, who has the size to be a good defensive presence in the NBA. Evan Fournier is also an option.
21. BOSTON: Royce White, 6-8 249, 21 years old, Iowa State, Sophomore, Power Forward
    The Celtics have back to back picks, and should use one pick on a player for the future and another on a player that can help immediately. White is a little of the both. He is a stocky big man and would be a top-10 pick if he was two inches taller. He is very versatile, quick and is a great passer. He reminds many of Anthony Mason. Many mock drafts have Andrew Nicholson being drafted by the Celtics, but is too similar to last year’s pick JaJuan Johnson.
22. BOSTON: Evan Fournier, 6-7  206, 19 years old, France, Shooting Guard
    There isn’t a lot of hype about Fournier, but he is an intriguing prospect. A player that should get by in the NBA with basketball IQ and should be a starter in the League for years. He’d help the Celtics rebuilding project.
23. ATLANTA: Tony Wroten, 6-7  204, 19 years old, Washington, Freshman, Guard
    If Wroten could shoot the ball, he’d be in the top 5. However, he can’t which have many scouts seeing him as another Julius Hodge. But Wroten has great size and can be a force on defense due to his size. He also has a knack for drawing fouls and getting to the basket. If he can just develop a reasonable jump shot he could be something special in the NBA.
24. CLEVELAND: Doron Lamb, 6-4  200, 20 years old, Kentucky, Sophomore, Shooting Guard
    Lamb does one thing well and that is shoot the ball, but his all-around game isn’t terrible it just isn’t great. He is a solid ball handler and is aggressive attacking the basket. He doesn’t have great size, but makes up for it with his wingspan. The Cavs could go other routes, but Lamb helps with his shooting.
25. MEMPHIS: Marquis Teague, 6-2  189, 19 years old, Kentucky, Freshman, Point Guard
    The Grizzlies desperately need a backup point guard as they turned to OJ Mayo to run the point at times during the playoffs and it didn’t turn out well. Teague isn’t a traditional point guard, he struggles with his decision making and tends to be out of control at times. However, he is still young and is very aggressive and could be a nice piece for Memphis.
26. INDIANA: Jeff Taylor, 6-7  226, 23 years old, Vanderbilt, Senior, Forward
    The Pacers have been making a living on finding players late in the draft (Roy Hibbert, Danny Granger…) and Taylor may be another one. He is very undervalued, mainly due to his age. However, he is a lockdown defender and has range on his jump shot. He could play right away.
27. MIAMI: Arnett Moultrie, 6-11  220, 21 years old, Mississippi State, Junior, Power Forward
    If Moultrie drops this late, he could be the steal of the draft. The Heat need more size, or more talented size and Moultrie is exactly that. He is a mix between Chris Bosh and Udonis Haslem, who can hit from long range, battle for rebounds and isn’t afraid to call out his teammates. Moultrie’s stock is rising, so more than likely he will be a lottery pick.
28. OKLAHOMA CITY: Andrew Nicholson, 6-9  220, 22 years old, St. Bonaventure, Senior, Power Forward
    As the series with the Spurs have shown us the Thunder need a low-post presence and while Nicholson won’t command too many double teams and doesn’t have the size or skill to start in the NBA, he does help on the offensive side of the ball and would give the Thunder another option – especially in the pick and roll.
29. CHICAGO: Orlando Johnson, 6-5  223, 23 years old, UC Santa Barbara, Senior, Shooting Guard
    This is a tough pick to predict. The Bulls will be without Derrick Rose for part of next year and could go for a prospect here or look more towards a player to help now. Some mock drafts have the Bulls drafting John Jenkins here, but Jenkins may not be enough of a scorer for Chicago which tended to struggle offensively down the stretch. Johnson is a very prominent scorer who can score in many ways. He can take smaller players into the post, he can drive by slower wings and also take bigger defenders outside. Johnson doesn’t have the upside but the Bulls may not be looking for upside with this pick.
30. GOLDEN STATE: Fab Melo, 7-0  274, 21 years old, Syracuse, Sophomore, Center
    The Warriors already have Bogut and Andris Biedrins, but Melo’s upside may be too much to pass up on with the last pick in the draft. Melo has reportedly lost weight and can be a force on the defensive side of the ball in the NBA. He still lacks a refined offensive game, but as the Nuggets showed last season it doesn’t hurt to have three 7-footers on your squad.

NEXT UP: Will Barton, John Jenkins, Draymond Green, Jared Cunningham, Miles Plumlee