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2013 NBA Mock Draft

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2013 NBA Mock Draft: Round 1 - Picks 16-30
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Updated: May 22, 2013.

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

Cleveland Cavaliers: Otto Porter, SF, Georgetown, 6-8, Soph.

I don't get the fascination with handing Nerlens Noel the No. 1 spot. Does Cleveland need another offensively challenged frontcourt player? No. They Cavaliers are lacking a true small forward and Otto Porter would be the perfect fit here. His all-around ability would be a terrific young piece to add to the talented young backcourt of Kyrie Irving and Dion Waiters. The only scenario I could see Cleveland taking Noel is if the team is ready to trade Anderson Varejao - which is a possible scenario.

Orlando Magic: Nerlens Noel, PF, Kentucky, 7-0, Fr.

The re-building Magic could use improved talent all across the board and adding an athletic shot blocker like Noel would be a nice piece to add alongside the promising Nikola Vucevic. If Noel does go No. 1, look for Orlando to target Trey Burke or Ben McLemore.

Washington Wizards: Anthony Bennett, PF, UNLV, 6-8, Fr.

With their backcourt of John Wall and Bradley Beal set for the foreseeable future, the Wizards pass on Burke and McLemore, and turn their attention to Anthony Bennett who would provide a needed spark at power forward. If Cleveland ends up picking Noel, Porter won't fall past this pick.

Charlotte Hornets: Ben McLemore, SG, Kansas, 6-5, Fr.

Neither Ben Gordon nor Gerald Henderson appear to be the long-term answer at shooting guard for the Hornets, so Ben McLemore gives the team a needed scorer and shooter on the wing to go alongside Kemba Walker and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist.

Phoenix Suns: Victor Oladipo, SG, Indiana, 6-4, Jr.

The Suns sorely need and upgrade of talent on the wing and should target someone like Ben McLemore or Victor Oladipo. With McLemore off the board at this point, Victor Oladipo is the selection.

New Orleans Pelicans: Trey Burke, PG, Michigan, 6-1, Soph.

Greivis Vasquez had a breakout season for the Hornets, but Trey Burke played himself into a top pick in the 2013 NBA Draft during the NCAA Tournament and is the best option here for the young Pelicans.

Sacramento Kings: Alex Len, C, Maryland, 7-1, Soph.

The Kings are in a "best available player" position and Alex Len is a skilled seven-footer with a lot of potential. A small forward like Shabazz Muhammad would also be an option.

Detroit Pistons: Shabazz Muhammad, G/F, UCLA, 6-6, Fr.

With a young frontcourt of Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond intact, the Pistons should focus on improving their wing play. Shabazz Muhammad is dropping on big boards and fits a need, but Detroit might be better served selecting a big like Alex Len to build depth up front.

Minnesota Timberwolves: C.J. McCollum, SG, Lehigh, 6-3, Sr.

The Timberwolves have been searching for a true a shooting guard, but could also use some depth at center since Nikola Pekovic is a restricted free agent. McCollum missed a good chunk of this past season due to injury and is a bit undersized, but can score the basketball.

Portland Trail Blazers: Dario Saric, F, Croatia, 6-10, 1994

The Trail Blazers need depth all across the board, and Dario Saric is a prototypical, versatile European prospect with great fundamentals for his size. He could provide Portland with a versatile scoring option off the bench.

Philadelphia 76ers: Cody Zeller, C, Indiana, 7-0, So.

Though I think Zeller is a massively overrated NBA prospect due to a lack of physicality, the 76ers could use some size inside. Another option for Philadelphia would be adding depth on the wing.

Oklahoma City Thunder: Rudy Gobert, C, France, 7-2, 1992

This is a luxury pick for the Thunder, so the team can take a chance on an athletic big with a huge wingspan (7-9) and allow him time to develop.

Oklahoma City owns the Raptors' pick (via the Houston/Kyle Lowry) from the James Harden trade. Go here to see all of the outstanding 2013 NBA Draft Trades.

Dallas Mavericks: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG, Georgia, 6-5, Soph.

With O.J. Mayo already saying he will opt out of his contract, the Mavericks need a shooting guard. A point guard could also be an option since since Darren Collison is a restricted free agent.

Utah Jazz: Michael Carter-Williams, PG, Syracuse, 6-6, Soph.

With no point guard under contract for next season, the Jazz will likely use one of its first round picks on a floor general. Michael Carter-Williams is one of the top pure point guards in college basketball.

Milwaukee Bucks: Allen Crabbe, SG, California, 6-6, Jr.

The Bucks will be looking for backcourt depth, specifically at shooting guard, since Monta Ellis has a player option on the final year of his deal and J.J. Redick is an unrestricted free agent.

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Jack 05-24-2013 05:24 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.185 (total posts: 1)

Hornets fan who does mock drafts 05-24-2013 11:24 am xxx.xxx.xxx.205 (total posts: 4)

I think once the heat become the current celtics 5-6 years later or if LBJ leaves for Cleveland(in which the Cavs become east favorites) then the main teams will be(after the heat fall off): Thunder,Grizzles,Cavaliers,Bulls,Pelicans,Pacers,and Warriors.i'll give reasons:
OKC-very young,will grow and may carry the torch after the heat become old in 5-6 years(the big 3 in 5-6 years will be mid 30's)
MEM-physical team,is getting better;in 5-6 years tho the window may start to close
CLE-young team;will grow into a contender;NEVER should trade Nick Gilbert
CHI-young core in Rose and Noah;this team will continue to be physical and win that way
NO-young team,currently rebuilding(started in Emeka-Ariza for Lewis trade);will eventually find the leader
IND-another young,good team;will be at the top for another 2-3 years after the 5-6 years passes
GS-this team is growing before our eyes;great shooting back court with awesome wing play;good bigs and depth;will be a contender not just 5-6 years from now but 1-2 years from now

Well that's how the NBA will look after the big 3.these teams will have to deal with Miami for a few more years

Mock draft's notes 05-24-2013 11:07 am xxx.xxx.xxx.205 (total posts: 4)

-I actually forgot about Isaiah Thomas:capable starter but I do think MCW will eventually be better
-LaMarcus Aldridge is a prototypical PF and JJ Hickson while a capable starter could either be still a starter if they want to develop Len for 2-3 years or Len could start and Aldridge could be PF with Hickson as a 6th man/role guy

Heat Fan 05-24-2013 08:37 am xxx.xxx.xxx4.24 (total posts: 2)

Bulls getting better? Ha ha. such a joke. The Heat RULE! We almost swept you in these playoffs and were gonna crush you forever! I can agree on one thing though. Keep Robinson so we can still do monster slams on you! Lebron James is the king! We'll see how you like it when the Heat triumph with their second straight championship. Rose will be crying at his house when Lebron is getting his MVP award. Heat ROCK IT OUT!!!!!!!

Bulls Fan Karsten 05-24-2013 08:14 am xxx.xxx.xxx4.24 (total posts: 2)

The Bulls are only going to get better. Now that Rose will play,(finally)they will get back into shape. Not that they didn't rock this year for their past. Tips for the Bull keep Nate Robinson because he is your fire even if he does lack skills on defense. If the Bulls don't keep him it will be like throwing water on their fire. In the Draft: try and draft Trey Burke and Tim Hardaway Junior. They worked together at Michigan and the will on the Bulls. Michigan probaly wouldn't have made the championship if they had Burke and Hardaway Jr on the sideline hurt. That's just like the Bulls probaly would have gone farther in the playoffs if Rose had come in and inspired them. The Chicago Bulls do all this and Rose will be wearing his championship ring next year.

showtime 05-24-2013 12:42 am xxx.xxx.xxx.222 (total posts: 2)

1. Cavaliers- Nerlens Noel, PF/C, Kentucky
2. Magic- Trey Burke, PG, Michigan
3. Wizards- Otto Porter, SF, Georgetown
4. Hornets- Ben McLemore, SG, Kansas
5. Suns- Victor Oladipo, SG/SF, Indiana
6. Pelicans- Cody Zeller, PF/C, Indiana
7. Kings- Anthony Bennett, SF/PF, UNLV
8. Pistons- Shabazz Muhammad, SF, UCLA
9. T-Wolves- CJ McCollum, PG, Lehigh
10. Blazers- Mason Plumlee, PF, Duke
11. Sixers- Dario Saric, SF/PF, Croatia
12. Thunder- Alex Len, C, Maryland
13. Mavs- Dennis Schroeder, PG, Germany
14. Jazz- Michael Carter-Williams, PG, Syracuse
15. Bucks- Steven Adams, C, Pittsburgh
16. Celtics- Rudy Gobert, C, France
17. Hawks- Kelly Olynyk, C, Gonzaga
18. Hawks- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG, Georgia
19. Cavs- Giannis Adetokoubo, SF/PF, Greece
20. Bulls- Gorgui Dieng, C, Louisville
21. Jazz- Allen Crabbe, SG, California
22. Nets- Jeff Withey, C, Kansas
23. Pacers- Archie Goodwin, SG, Kentucky
24. Knicks- Tim Hardaway Jr, SG, Michigan
25. Clippers- Tony Mitchell, SF/PF, North Texas
26. T-Wolves- Ricardo Ledo, SG, Providence
27. Nuggets- Lorenzo Brown, PG/SG, NC State
28. Spurs- Myck Kabongo, PG, Texas
29. Thunder- Erick Green, PG/SG, Virginia Tech
30. Suns- Jamaal Franklin, SG/SF, San Diego St.

Mock draft 05-24-2013 12:36 am xxx.xxx.xxx.205 (total posts: 4)

1-Cavs:Nerlens Noel(when he comes back he's a big upgrade from Thompson who's good but should be a role player)
2-Magic:Trey Burke(I'm not big on Jameer Nelson...who is?he's not a long term solution and should be a role player)
3-Washington:Otto Porter,Jr(the local!!!!he's pretty much BPA)
4-Charolette:Anthony Bennet(he's a big with upside and at this point MJ needs to make a gamble work in order for another organization not to need to accept him)
5-Phoenix:Ben Mclemore(finally mr self-proclaimed Ray Allen is drafted!!!!)
6-Hornets:Victor Oladipo(too good to pass up...)
7-Kings:Micheal Carter-Williams(this looks dumb but the kings need a consistent Point Guard...Fredette at best is a role guy and Evans should NOT be point...)
8-Detroit:Shabazz Muhammed(so much potential...he could drive up draft boards near the draft)
9-Timberwolves:CJ McCollum(combo guard who can shoot)
10-Trail Blazers:Alex Len(call me crazy but as much as they could improve the wing I think Batum is pretty good...I also think an upgrade at center can be used)

JP 05-23-2013 11:06 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.191 (total posts: 1)

great mock for the cavs but i see them using the other three picks and trading up

Evan 05-23-2013 07:19 pm xxx.xxx.xxx2.73 (total posts: 1)

Norvel Pelle should be able to make an appearance in the late second round. He's a physical beast, just not too smart. He would be in discussion for a top ten pick potentially if he had actually played at st.johns

Porter 05-23-2013 03:02 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.185 (total posts: 6)

Those who are saying the Cavs could trade down to 4 or 5 and get him, you're out of your minds. Le Wizerables would shank everyone in the building to get him at 3. The biggest need on the roster is a long term SF followed by a young big (6'7" Bennett doesn't fit either role).

A trio of Wall/Beal/Porter would simply need two solid rebounders/rim protectors to be a perrenial playoff team.

U MORON 05-23-2013 05:32 am xxx.xxx.xxx.190 (total posts: 1)

TAKING A FRENCH PRojECT BY ny are u crazy? lmao

David_407 05-23-2013 02:32 am xxx.xxx.xxx.124 (total posts: 1)

@Charlotte fan why would the blazers take a point guard? Lillard plays 38 minutes a game

Vince 05-23-2013 01:33 am xxx.xxx.xxx3.99 (total posts: 8)

First of all, Jamaal Franklin will be gone no later than 22. I've seen him as high as 18 at this point, he is killing the workouts. But as far as this mock goes, no way in hell does he make it past both the Nuggets and the Spurs.

The Nets and Hawks would also take long looks at him, and the Grizzlies would love to have him, but unfortunately don't have the pick.

My top 10 05-22-2013 05:41 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.149 (total posts: 1)

1.Cleveland:Otto Porter
2.Orlando:Trey Burke
3.Washington:Nerlens Noel
4.Charlotte:Ben McLemore
5.Phoenix:Victor Oladipo
6.New Orleans:Anthony Bennett
7.Sacramento:Alex Len
8.Detroit:Shabazz Muhammed
9.Minnesota:Cody Zeller
10.Portland:Mason Plumlee

Charlotte Fan 05-22-2013 05:15 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.238 (total posts: 1)

108

1. Cavaliers-Nerlens Noel
2. Magic-Ben McLemore
3. Wizards-Otto Porter
4. Bobcats-Anthony Bennett
5. Suns-Victor Oladipo
6. Pelicans-Shabazz Muhammed
7. Kings-Alex Len
8. Pistons-Trey Burke
9. Timberwolves-Cody Zeller
10. Trail Blazers-Michael Carter-Williams

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Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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