2013 NBA Mock Draft
Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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2013 NBA Mock Draft: Round 1 - Picks 16-30
2013 NBA Mock Draft: Round 2
2014 NBA Mock Draft
2012 NBA Mock Draft
2011 NBA Mock Draft
2010 NBA Mock Draft
2009 NBA Mock Re-Draft
Updated: June 12, 2013
Team needs and outstanding trades have been taken into account with this mock draft.
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2013 NBA Mock Draft: Round 1 - Picks 16-30
2013 NBA Mock Draft: Round 2
2014 NBA Mock Draft
2012 NBA Mock Draft
2011 NBA Mock Draft
2010 NBA Mock Draft
2009 NBA Mock Re-Draft
Updated: June 12, 2013
Team needs and outstanding trades have been taken into account with this mock draft.
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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. The 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 goes No. 1, look for Orlando to target Trey Burke, Ben McLemore, or Victor Oladipo. -
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. Instead Washington turns its 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. The selection of could Ben McLemore give Charlotte 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: Alex Len, C, Maryland, 7-1, Soph. 
This pick will come to Len or Burke. Greivis Vasquez had a breakout season for the Pelican last year at the point so a point guard isn't necessary. Robin Lopez played well in the middle, but Len and Anthony Davis could be a frontcourt duo of the future too good to pass up. 
Sacramento Kings: Trey Burke, PG, Michigan, 6-1, Soph. 
The Kings are in a "best available player" position and Burke is certainly that guy. Sacramento doesn't really have a point guard who make plays for his teammates. Burke can be that guy, and he should be a better long-term floor general than Isaiah Thomas.-
Detroit Pistons: C.J. McCollum, SG, Lehigh, 6-3, Sr. 
With a young frontcourt of Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond intact, the Pistons should focus on improving their wing play. C.J. McCollum is a combo guard, which might be a turn-off for a Pistons team that already has Brandon Knight and Rodney Stuckey, but McCollum's ability to shoot the rock is sorely needed in Detroit. -
Minnesota T-Wolves: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG, Georgia, 6-5, Soph. 
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. Caldwell-Pope has ideal size for the two guard spot and can stroke it from the outside. -
Portland Trail Blazers: Shabazz Muhammad, G/F, UCLA, 6-6, Fr. 
The Trail Blazers' bench was AWFUL last year, so the team needs depth all across the board and likely takes the best non-point guard available. Shabazz Muhammad was once considered a top prospect in the the 2013 NBA Draft, but a lot of question marks have risen lately. Still, he is a solid value at this point and, at the least, could bring some offensive punch off Portland's bench. -
Philadelphia 76ers: Cody Zeller, C, Indiana, 7-0, Soph.
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: Michael Carter-Williams, PG, Syracuse, 6-6, Soph. 
Rumors are swirling that the Mavericks want to deal this pick to save cap space for a potential run at Dwight Howard or Chris Paul. If Dallas hangs onto it, a guard will be targeted since O.J. Mayo has already said he will opt out of his contract and Darren Collison is a restricted free agent. -
Utah Jazz: Dennis Schroeder, PG, Germany, 6-2, 1993
With no point guard under contract for next season, the Jazz will likely use one of their first-round picks on a floor general. Dennis Schroeder really turned heads at the Nike Hoops Summit and has drawn some comparisons to Rajon Rondo. -
Milwaukee Bucks: Shane Larkin, PG, Miami, 5-11, Soph. 
With Brandon Jennings a restricted free agent, Monta Ellis holding a player option on the final year of his contract, and J.J. Redick an unrestricted free agent; the Bucks will be looking for backcourt depth. Though undersized, Shane Larkin really helped himself with terrific testing results at the NBA Draft Combine.
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dickface mcgee
06-13-2013
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this mock blows
Chase
06-12-2013
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No way in hell that the Celtics pass up on Gorgui AND Steven Adams if they are still there.
Matt
06-12-2013
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This mock is a Millen Kielbasa up your @ss Walt, you ignorant moron
Brent
06-11-2013
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These are terrible picks!
Jo
06-11-2013
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No way the Knicks go with another French center. Frederick weis anyone?
Greg in Ohio
06-11-2013
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I still think the Cav's will be trading down from the one spot and picking up a small forward from FA to fill in right away.
This is what I still believe is a good bench draft with few Superstars but a lot of capable players that can contribute to a team if taken by the right team. Noel won't be ready till mid season and then won't be much as a factor then I believe. I would love to see my Cav's make the post season next year and they may they are not that far away from doing so.
That guy
06-11-2013
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2 B.J Young ??
The "what do I know?" Pelicans fan
06-11-2013
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Maclemore is a good talent but could he defend the likes of LeBron,Durant or the worst defender of these 3 Carmelo?I don't think so.I think a good deal would be to trade him for a different player(Pierce,Deng,any SF that'll upgrade CJ Miles).I'm saying this based on the fact that Dan Gilbert wants playoffs this year.
2013 mock
06-11-2013
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1. Cavaliers: Otto Porter SF Georgetown
2. Magic: Ben McLemore SG Kansas 3. Wizards: Alex Len C Maryland 4. Bobcats: Cody Zeller PF/C Indiana 5. Suns: Nerlens Noel PF/C Kentucky 6. Pelicans: Trey Burke PG Michigan 7. Kings: Victor Oladipo SG/SF Indiana 8. Pistons: Anthony Bennett SF/PF UNLV 9. T-Wolves: CJ McCollum PG/SG Lehigh 10. Blazers: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope SG Georgia 11. 76ers: Kelly Olynk C Gonzaga 12. Thunder: Shabazz Muhammad SF UCLA 13. Mavericks: Giannis Adetokoubo SF Greece 14. Jazz: Shane Larkin PG Miami 15. Bucks: Michael Carter-Williams PG Syracuse 16. Celtics: Dennis Schroeder PG Germany 17. Hawks: Mason Plumlee PF Duke 18. Hawks: Sergey Karasev SG/SF Russia 19. Cavaliers: Steven Adams C Pittsburgh 20. Bulls: Rudy Gobert C France 21. Jazz: Gorgui Dieng C Louisville 22. Nets: Allen Crabbe SG California 23. Pacers: Jamaal Franklin SG/SF San Diego State 24. Knicks: Tony Mitchell SF/PF North Texas 25. Clippers: Tony Snell SG/SF New Mexico 26. T-Wolves: Tim Hardaway Jr. SG Michigan 27. Nuggets: Jeff Withey C Kansas 28. Spurs: Lucas Nogueira PF/C Brazil 29. Thunder: Nate Wolters PG South Dakota 30. Suns: Reggie Bullock SG/SF North Carolina
CAVS FAN DANNY
06-10-2013
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It is not going to be Noels, nor is it going to be Otto Porter with the first pick. Mark it down now it will be the best talent hands down in this draft, that being Ben Mclemore. This kid can flat out play. He is above and beyond way better than any of the above mentioned names. This young man can play.
Hey Yo
06-10-2013
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1. Cleveland - Nerlens Noel, PF, Kentucky
2. Orlando - Ben McLemore, SG, Kansas 3. Washington - Anthony Bennett, PF, UNLV 4. Charlotte - Alex Len, C, Maryland 5. Phoenix - Victor Oladipo, SG, Indiana 6. New Orleans - Otto Porter, SF, Georgetown 7. Sacramento - Trey Burke, PG, Michigan 8. Detroit - Michael Carter Williams, PG, Syracuse 9. Minnesota - Shabazz Muhammad, SF, UCLA 10. Portland - CJ McCollum, SG, Lehigh 11. Philadelphia - Cody Zeller, C, Indiana 12. Oklahoma City - Dennis Schroeder, PG, Germany 13. Dallas - Steven Adams, C, Pittsburgh 14. Utah - Shane Larkin, PG, Miami 15. Milwaukee - Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG, Georgia 16. Boston - Kelly Olynyk, C, Gonzaga 17. Atlanta - Giannis Adetokunbo, SF, Greece 18. Atlanta - Gorgui Dieng, C, Louisville 19. Cleveland - Sergey Karasev, SF, Russia 20. Chicago - Mason Plumlee, PF/C, Duke 21. Utah - Rudy Gobert, C, France 22. Brooklyn - Lucas Nogueira, C, Brazil 23. Indiana - Tony Mitchell, PF, North Texas 24. New York - Glen Rice Jr., SG, NBDL 25. LA Clippers - Jamaal Franklin, SG, San Diego St. 26. Minnesota - Allen Crabbe. SG, California 27. Denver - Jeff Withey, C, Kansas 28. San Antonio - Nate Wolters, PG, South Dakota 29. Oklahoma City - Tim Hardaway Jr., SG, Michigan 30. Phoenix - CJ Leslie, SF/PF, NC State
ball til I fall
06-10-2013
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Cincinnati needs an nba team...
tk
06-09-2013
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Why does Glen Rice Jr have to enter the draft? He is already playing pro in the D-League for the Houston Rockets affiliate. He is not a graduating HS senior waiting out his class to be one year removed.
Shouldn't he be a FA and able to sign with any team, unless his contract says he is a member of the Rockets organization? They did draft him in the D League draft. Seems like a gray area here, not sure really what is right.
Jay
06-09-2013
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Why would the Celtics draft Kelly OLynyk? He isn't a good defender! We like our defensive Centers and we are either getting Dieng or Adams...
updated mock
06-08-2013
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1. Cavs- Nerlens Noel, PF/C
2. Magic- Ben McLemore, SG 3. Wizards- Otto Porter, SF 4. Bobcats- Alex Len, C 5. Suns- Victor Oladipo, SG/SF 6. Pelicans- Anthony Bennett, SF/PF 7. Kings- Michael Carter-Williams, PG 8. Pistons- Trey Burke, PG 9. Timberwolves- Shabazz Muhammad, SF 10. Blazers- Cody Zeller, PF/C 11. 76ers- Steven Adams, C 12. Thunder- Kelly Olynyk, C 13. Mavericks- Dennis Schroeder, PG 14. Jazz- Shane Larkin, PG 15. Bucks- CJ McCollum, PG/ SG 16. Celtics- Mason Plumlee, PF 17. Hawks- Giannis Adetokoubo, SF 18. Hawks- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG 19. Cavs- Rudy Gobert, C 20. Bulls- Reggie Bullock, SG/SF 21. Jazz- Jamaal Franklin, SG/SF 22. Nets- Sergey Karasev, SG/SF 23. Pacers- Tim Hardaway Jr, SG 24. Knicks- Gorgui Dieng, C 25. Clippers- Allen Crabbe, SG 26. Timberwolves- Tony Snell, SG/SF 27. Nuggets- Ricardo Ledo, SG 28. Spurs- Lucas Nogueira, PF/C 29. Thunder- Tony Mitchell, SF/PF 30. Suns- Glen Rice Jr. , SG |
Written by Paul Banks of the Washington Times, and David Kay of the The Sports Bank.
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