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2012 NBA Mock Draft: Round One - Picks 16-30


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2012 NBA Mock Draft: Round 1 - Picks 1-15
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Updated: June 28, 2012.

Team needs and outstanding trades HAVE been taken into account with this mock draft.

  1. Houston Rockets: Moe Harkless, SF, St. John's, 6-9, Fr.
    Houston owns the Knicks' pick from the Tracy McGrady trade. Go here to see all of the outstanding 2012 NBA Draft Trades.

    Again, the Rockets are trying to acquire assets to move up, so who knows if they actually end up even drafting here. I am a big Moe Harkless fan and he could be a sneaky draft-riser, but would be a solid value here as a replacement for Chase Budinger.

  2. Dallas Mavericks: Kendall Marshall, PG, North Carolina, 6-4, So.
    Jason Kidd, Jason Terry, Delonte West, and, possibly, Vince Carter will all be free agents meaning the Mavericks need some new blood in their backcourt. Kendall Marshall is a tremendous distributor and could serve as a replacement for Kidd. It also wouldn't surprise me if Dallas grabbed one of the Joneses as a value selection.

  3. Houston Rockets: Perry Jones, F, Baylor, 6-11, So.
    Houston owns the Jazz's pick (via Minnesota from the Al Jefferson trade) from the Chase Budinger trade. Go here to see all of the outstanding 2012 NBA Draft Trades.

    Another asset for the Rockets depending on what they decide to do with their picks, Jones is worth the risk here and could be a valuable trade piece for the future. Another option - and a bit of a reach - would be Marquis Teague if Houston ends up trading Kyle Lowry.



  4. Orlando Magic: Arnett Moultrie, PF, Mississippi State, 6-11, Jr.
    I can't get a good feel as to what the Magic is going to do since it pretty much returns everybody from last season, and, of course, everything could change if the team trades Dwight Howard. Arnett Moultrie is a good get here due to his versatility in the frontcourt and ability to probably play the four or five in the NBA.

  5. Denver Nuggets: Marquis Teague, PG, Kentucky, 6-2, Fr.
    If the Nuggets go with need, Marquis Teague would make sense since Andre Miller is a free agent. Somebody like Terrence Jones or Royce White would be more of a best-player-available pick.

  6. Boston Celtics: Royce White, PF, Iowa State, 6-8, So.
    There is speculation that the Celtics have made a promise to pick White. Boston could use improved depth at just about every position since the team only has four players under contract for next season.

  7. Boston Celtics: Terrence Jones, F, Kentucky, 6-9, So.
    The upgrade of the Celtics' frontcourt continues as Terrence Jones falls into their laps as one of the big sliders in this draft. Andrew Nicholson and Fab Melo could also be options.



  8. Atlanta Hawks: Andrew Nicholson, PF, St. Bonaventure, 6-9, Sr.
    With only six players under contract for next season, the Hawks take the best player available. Andrew Nicholson has a gifted inside/outside game and would likely contribute off the bench right away.

  9. Cleveland Cavaliers: Fab Melo, C, Syracuse, 7-0, So.
    Boston owns the Clippers' pick (via the Thunder/Eric Bledsoe trade) from the Kendrick Perkins trade. Go here to see all of the outstanding 2012 NBA Draft Trades.

    The Cavaliers should consider themselves fortunate if Fab Melo slips to them. Cleveland needs a big body inside and that is Melo's strength. If he is off the board, another wing player like Will Barton could be a possibility.

  10. Memphis Grizzlies: Tony Wroten, PG, Washington, 6-6, Fr.
    The Grizzlies could use improved depth at just about every position but specifically in the backcourt. Tony Wroten is a great talent who could probably play either guard position, but he falls this low due to some questions regarding his maturity.

  11. Indiana Pacers: Jeffery Taylor, SF, Vanderbilt, 6-7, Sr.
    The Pacers need depth on the wing and would love to have somebody with Jeffery Taylor's versatility and ability to guard multiple positions. Draymond Green is reportedly also in play here.



  12. Miami Heat: John Jenkins, SG, Vanderbilt, 6-4, Jr.
    The Heat would probably love to add a true big man with this pick, but instead settle for a sharpshooter in John Jenkins. He adds insurance in case Mike Miller is forced to retire and would greatly benefit from LeBron and Wade's drive-and-kick game.

  13. Oklahoma City Thunder: Draymond Green, F, Michigan State, 6-7, Sr.
    With most of its core under roster for next season, the Thunder don't have any glaring needs. However, a player with Draymond Green's intangibles could be a valuable asset coming off the bench.

  14. Chicago Bulls: Tyshawn Taylor, PG, Kansas, 6-4, Sr.
    With Derrick Rose possibly out for all of next season, the Bulls would be best served finding some depth at point guard. Taylor could probably play off the ball as well once Rose returns. A shooting guard like Will Barton has been a hot name here as well.

  15. Golden State Warriors: Quincy Miller, SF, Baylor, 6-10, Fr.
    Golden State owns the Spurs' pick from the Stephen Jackson trade. Go here to see all of the outstanding 2012 NBA Draft Trades.

    The Warriors go for value here and select Quincy Miller, who could have easily been a lottery pick next year had he returned to school. Miller likely won't contribute right away, but he could be a major steal down the line.


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g-man 06-03-2013 11:57 am xxx.xxx.xxx3.62 (total posts: 1)
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alex lenn number one pick draft of phoenizx size really mounts in this matter for suns
following hime with trey burks as number two pick in the draft
mook77 06-02-2013 06:34 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.220 (total posts: 1)
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Why even bother having a mock draft if you won't even provide weekly updates to it? I enjoy the NFL Mocks you do, but these NBA ones are kind of lacking. I get you don't do them, but it'd be nice to see a little more effort put into them.
Greg in Ohio 06-02-2013 04:27 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.227 (total posts: 7)
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I don't want Noel in Cleveland Not strong enough and limited right now to what is expected if him I think the center in Louisville is better and has more potential and the SF from N.C. is a good player that is going to be better.
I think the Cav's has a shot at playoffs next year but they need depth and stay healthy. Irving is a stud. waiters will be much better next year and Thompson will be a low double double machine.
Need Verejao to stay healthy and allow Zeller to improve.
Like I said depth is the key now and with a good trade the cavs can fix that I see them doing a trade or 2 to move back no real super stars in this draft but some good rounded players that can contribute to most any team.
would like to see them get the 3 players I named but if not at least 2 of them.
CAVS FAN DANNY 06-02-2013 03:49 pm xxx.xxx.xxx6, (total posts: 2)
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Sorry about all the mispellings. My apologies.
CAVS FAN DANNY 06-02-2013 03:40 pm xxx.xxx.xxx6, (total posts: 2)
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Greg in Ohio, that will not happen with Oklahoma City. I have been reading the Plain Dealer on almost a daily basis, along with my own personal insight to beleieve the Cavs want substantialy much more thah more than what you are putting out there. They kind of package that you are suggesting and I beleieve they keep the pick and draft Ben Mclemeore. I do not think they touch Noels with a 10 foot pole unless they draft and trade him immediadetly. The Cavs now have a sense of urgency to at least challenge for a playoff spot next year with either a trade of some draft pieces or just solid drafting. Iam sure Noels is a good guy, but the Cavs cannot wait till Christmas to see if he can help the team. If I was Grant he would not even be on my radar screen based upon all the rehab reports I have read so far. Kyrie needs additional help now!
Greg in Ohio 06-02-2013 11:19 am xxx.xxx.xxx.227 (total posts: 7)
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Sounds crazy I know but Cav's are looking to trade #1 pick and the team I could see trading with is Oklahoma city.
The 1 pick over all for pick #12 and #29.
That would give the Cav's 3 first round picks yes but the Thunder could get Noel or Mclemore which they could use to a great advantage.
The Cav's could go with Gorgui Dieng,at the 12 pick and Reggie Bullock, at #19.
And Glen Rice Jr. at #29 and go for players over seas with the 2 second round picks.
I believe this would help a Cav's team that needs depth and Bullock is a player that will only get better in the NBA.
Sounds crazy yes but would love to see happen for a team that needs depth.
Josh 06-02-2013 12:51 am xxx.xxx.xxx.164 (total posts: 1)
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Paul George is the next T-Mac.
CAVS FAN DANNY 06-01-2013 08:51 pm xxx.xxx.xxx32, (total posts: 1)
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First off Cavs should try to trade 1st pick in draft for a righteous premiumum forward. If that does not happen I would like them to take the best aviable healthy player, who has only begun to scatch the talent ceiling, that being Ben Mclemore out of Kansas. I do not want them to take Noels with the first pick.
Pelicans fan 06-01-2013 07:18 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.205 (total posts: 9)
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Porter is actually compared to Nicolas Batum,a young player who has potential.Batum is better than Taushaun Prince and so is Porter and while his potential isn't high,Porter is a consistent,fundamentally sound player.i personally prefer Noel at 1 but when a guy is compared to Nicolas Batum(NOT Tashaun Prince jasond)I don't mind him as a #1 overall pick.
Chris 06-01-2013 01:01 pm xxx.xxx.xxx0.37 (total posts: 1)
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Like Mbakwe to Detroit, since we need a bench player and he is as of now a bench player, but my suggestion is to give the Pistons Jackson instead of the NC State Guy, Brown? Jackson has a higher skill set and I'm worried about fatigue and or injury to Knight, so we need a solid Passer/Shooter at the Point.
melvin Squatter 05-31-2013 09:02 pm xxx.xxx.xxx1.79 (total posts: 1)
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i dont see the Knicks passing up on Larkin, Canaan and Lorenzo Brown at 24
steve-o 05-31-2013 01:49 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.191 (total posts: 1)
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The Cavs lean heavily on advanced stats in the draft. It shouldn't take more than a minute of stat staring to see that NN will be the pick by a mile.
Grizz Fan 05-31-2013 11:20 am xxx.xxx.xxx.138 (total posts: 1)
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Good picks Grizz!!!!
Blazers Fan 05-31-2013 04:13 am xxx.xxx.xxx3.40 (total posts: 1)
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My opinion: LeBron James didn't take jabs at his team when he said "I just went back 2 my Cleveland days". What LeBron was trying 2 say "I JUST WENT HAM".
Gabe 05-30-2013 11:14 am xxx.xxx.xxx7.55 (total posts: 1)
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I really hope the cavs don't get Noel! Why waste a number one pick on someone who can't shoot and can only block shots. I'd much rather take porter or even mclemore (waiters to 6th man) with the first and take a Noel-like player in gourgi deng with the 19th



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