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Draymond Green means much more to the GSW than advertised

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We hear about the Splash Brothers incessantly, and rightfully so. Steph Curry and Klay Thompson are not just elite players, but extremely fun to watch. They overshadow Draymond Green to some extent. Green matters a lot to the Golden State Warriors and will end up being one of the biggest impact players in this Western Conference Finals.  The Warriors allowed a league-low … [Read more...] about Draymond Green means much more to the GSW than advertised

Marquette’s DJO and Crowder ready to live NBA Draft dream

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Following Wesley Matthews' breakout rookie campaign during the 2009-2010 NBA season, the Marquette Golden Eagles have seen players selected in the first round of the NBA Draft each of the past years; Lazar Hayward in 2010 and Jimmy Butler last summer.  A pair of MU ballers are expected to be selected tonight when Darius Johnson-Odom and Jae Crowder will likely hear their names … [Read more...] about Marquette’s DJO and Crowder ready to live NBA Draft dream

Kentucky’s Anthony Davis ready to join New Orleans Hornets

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A couple years ago, Anthony Davis was a lightly recruited guard at Charter Perspectives High School in Chicago, Ill. Then he grew over half a foot, and became a big man prospect with guard skills. The rare combination of attributes led to his shooting up the recruiting rankings. He became a McDonald's All-American, won all the national college basketball individual awards, and … [Read more...] about Kentucky’s Anthony Davis ready to join New Orleans Hornets

Did Baylor’s Quincy Miller make a mistake by entering NBA Draft?

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After initially announcing his intention to return to Baylor for his sophomore season, Quincy Miller had a change of heart and declared for the 2012 NBA Draft.  "At first, I was listening to everybody else's opinion instead my own," Miller admitted at the NBA Draft Combine.  "Ever since I was younger, I just wanted to play in the NBA so I was like I might as well go follow my … [Read more...] about Did Baylor’s Quincy Miller make a mistake by entering NBA Draft?

Syracuse’s Fab Melo: how high is his NBA ceiling? (video)

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When Syracuse center Fab Melo wasn't on the floor for the Orange, the team wasn't the same. Melo was a big difference maker for the Cuse and he's part of a NBA draft class of centers that is loaded with questions. As his Melo, mostly on the defensive end. Sure the 2-3 zone works well in college basketball, as it was a big part of Orange domination in the Big East. But can … [Read more...] about Syracuse’s Fab Melo: how high is his NBA ceiling? (video)

Kyle O’Quinn: 2012 NBA Draft’s sleeper prospect (video)

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Every NBA Draft, there's an under-the-radar prospect who scouts are well aware of long before the rest of us are. Quite often they arise from mid-major and low-major schools. This year's edition is probably Kyle O'Quinn from Norfolk State. The member of the Reggie Cleveland All-Star team potentially brings a lot to the table at the next level. … [Read more...] about Kyle O’Quinn: 2012 NBA Draft’s sleeper prospect (video)

Can OSU’s Jared Sullinger be a legit NBA four? (Video)

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The Buckeyes Jared Sullinger went back for another year of school to learn to better be a four than a five. In college basketball, he could get away with playing both positions, but at the next level, he'll have to be a power forward. He may not be quick enough. There also could be major questions concerning his tendency to wine about calls; even though it seems like almost … [Read more...] about Can OSU’s Jared Sullinger be a legit NBA four? (Video)

Where does Iowa St’s Royce White fit in at the next level? (video)

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Royce White is headed for the NBA. He almost gave up hoops during his college basketball career. Originally committed to the Minnesota Golden Gophers, he never played for Tubby Smith. He then headed for the Big 10 island of misfit toys, Iowa State- where he found his groove. The Sports Bank's Ngozi Ekeledo stopped by the 2012 NBA Draft Combine's Media Day and talked to the … [Read more...] about Where does Iowa St’s Royce White fit in at the next level? (video)

Duke’s Austin Rivers has great guidance for NBA transition (Video)

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As you obviously know, former Duke Blue Devils guard Austin Rivers is the son of former NBA point guard and current Boston Celtics coach Glenn "Doc" Rivers. As such, Austin will be better prepared for the transition to the NBA life than other league prospects. As you might expect, the topic of his Dad came up quite a bit at the combine The Sports Bank's Ngozi Ekeledo stopped … [Read more...] about Duke’s Austin Rivers has great guidance for NBA transition (Video)