Post by Akomplice on Dec 14, 2011 18:13:44 GMT -5
Stephen Chubin PG 22 6'2'' 200 C+ A- B+ A- C+ B
Stephen Chubin PG 31 14.7 8.1 2.7 4.0 0.4 0.1 1.2 .567 .792 .604
Selected 17th overall, on draft day it appeared that Chubin had a good chance of being the future starting point guard for the Bulls in no time. While they may have traded for Wilkens, Chubin hasn't let that slow him down. He has showcased some serious game already for the team, a 29 point effort, 9 rebound game, 13 assists contest and is doing all of this on some seriously good shooting percentages. Chubin since the deal only see's limited minutes, but he really takes over the game when he is in. Lets take a close look at one of these games, in sixteen minutes of action he had a 14/10/2, 5 of 6 shooting. If the Bulls put more work into him, they will have another impressive trading chip or excellent point guard.
John Block C 22 6'9'' 207 B- C C A- B+ B
John Block C 28 29.6 13.3 10.0 1.5 0.7 0.7 1.0 .427 .792 .000
Dubbed John Can't Block on draft day, he is living up to the billing. Playing for the Pistons, Block is showing that he is more of an offensive/rebounding type of big man. Averaging a double double and starting, Block is showing that the Pistons might just have their front court set for the future with both he and Tresvant. Block is posting numbers that have him at the top of the board for rookie centers thus far and it appears that he does still have some room to grow. If the Pistons continue to work on his inside game, he can really round out to be a consistent center in this league, just one doesn't do what his name claims he does.
Jim Barnett SF 21 6'4'' 170 C+ A- C- A- C- B
Jim Barnett SF 41 25.0 6.9 3.2 1.2 1.2 0.2 0.4 .479 .875 .553
Playing behind Rick Barry for the Cavs, Barnett is enjoying a nice rookie season. The 15th selection in the draft is showing that he can really shoot the ball from anywhere on the court. Barnett is showing that his three point percentage is no fluke, having made 20 three pointer while only missing 15. Getting only 25 minutes to show what you can do can be tough, but Barnett is showing that his all around game can be beneficial. 7 points, 3 boards, an assist and steal a game. That's not to bad considering the role. In one game he came up with 5 steals, in another 4 assists, in another 8 boards. While these numbers don't blow you away it's nice to see that he can develop into a quality backup for Barry.
Lonnie Wright SG 22 6'2'' 205 B- B+ C+ B+ D+ B
Lonnie Wright SG 38 24.6 10.3 2.0 1.6 1.3 0.2 1.2 .459 .797 .375
We have already discussed fellow shooting guard draftee Dick Snyder, but the Wizards double dipped in this draft selecting another shooting guard. Wright was the 26th selection in the draft and already flashed some serious game. In one game this year he came away with 8 steals, in another scored 23 points. Wright is slowing showcasing that he has an all around game that is needed in Washington due to the fire sale that's being held. Wright shoots a good percentage, still has room for improvement and most of all is cheap. Wright with some work put into him might actually be able to take the job away from Snyder down the road due to his all around play.
Clyde Lee C 22 6'10'' 205 C+ C- D+ A- A- B
Clyde Lee C 38 26.5 8.1 8.9 1.6 0.9 0.5 0.5 .360 .709 .000
The 14th overall selection Lee has been learning from shot blockers all year long, first it was Leroy Wright and now it's Maurice Stokes. Playing for a team that emphasizes shot blocking from it's big men, Lee is still learning his way. However beyond that Lee is showing that he has what it takes to play in this league. Averaging 8/9 while splitting time with various big men this year, Lee has flashed some serious rebounding prowess with a 20 rebound game, something that should be in his calling down the future. Offensively he is still a work in progress, but still manages to score 8 a game. Lee will most likely never be much of a shot blocker, but it does appear that the Bucks have a good rebounder on their hands if he sticks around.
Stew Johnson PF 22 6'8'' 220 B B+ C- B- C+ C
Stew Johnson PF 31 31.8 15.6 8.7 1.3 0.7 0.6 1.6 .422 .811 .388
The Bobcats essentially drafted a new team with this draft, however most of that goes unnoticed due to Lou Hudson. However the fans in Charlotte are high on some of these players for a reason. Stew was a lottery selection along side fellow big man Red Robbins, however it's Johnson who is making the noise thus far. Stew is a power forward that is capable of stretching the floor, he has already hit 19 three pointers thus far at a 39% clip. He is also showing the ability to score with the ball in his hands, he isn't turning it over which is good to see considering the overall age of this team. Stew has a good frame and the ability to keep on growing with some work put in, his potential is limited so the Bobcats really should work with him on this and improving his inside game and really making him an offensive threat.
Bill Melchionni PG 22 6'1'' 165 B- B A- C+ C- A
Bill Melchionni PG 32 37.5 18.3 4.2 10.3 1.6 0.0 3.4 .445 .845 .355
Yet another Bobcat selection on this list, however this team we venture to the second round for this steal. Melchionni dropped in this draft and the Bobcats were happy to select him. Immediately pouring in a few RC's to improve his ratings and they were paid off with a nice point guard after training camp. His stats are right on par with Bing and Clark, both top six selections. He is averaging a double double as a rookie, grabbing four boards a game and is shooting respectful percentages. Melchionni is showing that A potential, but is it legit? Either way the Bobcats have an impressive rookie on their hands and like the other point guard rookies they need to work on his turnovers.
Carroll Hooser PF 22 6'7'' 230 B D+ C- A- B- C
Carroll Hooser PF 36 25.1 9.7 7.2 1.3 0.9 1.3 1.0 .417 .603 .000
The Raptors had multiple picks in this draft and here is one of them. Carroll Hooser was considered to be the best power forward in another wise a weak draft for power forwards. However the Raptors saw something that was there in Hooser and have been rewarded with a good player. Hooser splits time between both center and power forward, so he is getting the minutes a game. Hooser is proving that he can be a solid defensive player, getting a block a game and almost a steal. He has also shown that he can be a double double type player down the line for this team. While nothing blows you away with Hooser, he has shown that he is a good bench/fringe starter type. Most teams would take that with the 20th pick all day.
Bob McIntyre SF 22 6'6'' 215 A- C C- C+ C C
Bob McIntyre SF 36 18.0 8.7 3.4 0.8 0.5 0.4 0.8 .510 .847 .000
McIntyre the 23rd overall selection in the draft is also getting more minutes than fellow small forward draftee Joe Ellis. McIntyre is on this list for one simple reason, he can really score inside effectively. Putting up just 9 points a game to go along with 3 rebounds, in limited minutes McIntyre is proving that he can be effective on the offensive end. 51% from the field, 85% from the charity stripe are impressive for any rookie. McIntyre really doesn't offer much else aside from offense, but at the end of the first round it's always nice to find a guy that has a niche and he clearly has one. With a little help he can really become the stud scorer off the bench for the Raptors.
Lonnie Lynn SF 23 6'7'' 215 B+ C+ C- A- B B
Lonnie Lynn SF 33 35.0 15.6 7.8 1.5 1.3 0.8 1.8 .477 .689 .250
The second pick in the draft yielded quite the return for the Celtics. After winning the lottery and selecting Dave Bing with the first overall pick the Celtics were already winners of the draft. However their fortune didn't stop there when they selected Lonnie Lynn, a small forward whose now paying off big dividends. He is the starting small forward, playing 35 minutes a night and is putting up some great numbers. 16/8 on 48% from the field. Lynn not only was a second round pick, but the Celtics smartly extended his contract thus securing his bids for his next contract. Lynn showcases the ability to score from the outside as well, with a little help there he can really become a good outside shooter.
Stephen Chubin PG 31 14.7 8.1 2.7 4.0 0.4 0.1 1.2 .567 .792 .604
Selected 17th overall, on draft day it appeared that Chubin had a good chance of being the future starting point guard for the Bulls in no time. While they may have traded for Wilkens, Chubin hasn't let that slow him down. He has showcased some serious game already for the team, a 29 point effort, 9 rebound game, 13 assists contest and is doing all of this on some seriously good shooting percentages. Chubin since the deal only see's limited minutes, but he really takes over the game when he is in. Lets take a close look at one of these games, in sixteen minutes of action he had a 14/10/2, 5 of 6 shooting. If the Bulls put more work into him, they will have another impressive trading chip or excellent point guard.
John Block C 22 6'9'' 207 B- C C A- B+ B
John Block C 28 29.6 13.3 10.0 1.5 0.7 0.7 1.0 .427 .792 .000
Dubbed John Can't Block on draft day, he is living up to the billing. Playing for the Pistons, Block is showing that he is more of an offensive/rebounding type of big man. Averaging a double double and starting, Block is showing that the Pistons might just have their front court set for the future with both he and Tresvant. Block is posting numbers that have him at the top of the board for rookie centers thus far and it appears that he does still have some room to grow. If the Pistons continue to work on his inside game, he can really round out to be a consistent center in this league, just one doesn't do what his name claims he does.
Jim Barnett SF 21 6'4'' 170 C+ A- C- A- C- B
Jim Barnett SF 41 25.0 6.9 3.2 1.2 1.2 0.2 0.4 .479 .875 .553
Playing behind Rick Barry for the Cavs, Barnett is enjoying a nice rookie season. The 15th selection in the draft is showing that he can really shoot the ball from anywhere on the court. Barnett is showing that his three point percentage is no fluke, having made 20 three pointer while only missing 15. Getting only 25 minutes to show what you can do can be tough, but Barnett is showing that his all around game can be beneficial. 7 points, 3 boards, an assist and steal a game. That's not to bad considering the role. In one game he came up with 5 steals, in another 4 assists, in another 8 boards. While these numbers don't blow you away it's nice to see that he can develop into a quality backup for Barry.
Lonnie Wright SG 22 6'2'' 205 B- B+ C+ B+ D+ B
Lonnie Wright SG 38 24.6 10.3 2.0 1.6 1.3 0.2 1.2 .459 .797 .375
We have already discussed fellow shooting guard draftee Dick Snyder, but the Wizards double dipped in this draft selecting another shooting guard. Wright was the 26th selection in the draft and already flashed some serious game. In one game this year he came away with 8 steals, in another scored 23 points. Wright is slowing showcasing that he has an all around game that is needed in Washington due to the fire sale that's being held. Wright shoots a good percentage, still has room for improvement and most of all is cheap. Wright with some work put into him might actually be able to take the job away from Snyder down the road due to his all around play.
Clyde Lee C 22 6'10'' 205 C+ C- D+ A- A- B
Clyde Lee C 38 26.5 8.1 8.9 1.6 0.9 0.5 0.5 .360 .709 .000
The 14th overall selection Lee has been learning from shot blockers all year long, first it was Leroy Wright and now it's Maurice Stokes. Playing for a team that emphasizes shot blocking from it's big men, Lee is still learning his way. However beyond that Lee is showing that he has what it takes to play in this league. Averaging 8/9 while splitting time with various big men this year, Lee has flashed some serious rebounding prowess with a 20 rebound game, something that should be in his calling down the future. Offensively he is still a work in progress, but still manages to score 8 a game. Lee will most likely never be much of a shot blocker, but it does appear that the Bucks have a good rebounder on their hands if he sticks around.
Stew Johnson PF 22 6'8'' 220 B B+ C- B- C+ C
Stew Johnson PF 31 31.8 15.6 8.7 1.3 0.7 0.6 1.6 .422 .811 .388
The Bobcats essentially drafted a new team with this draft, however most of that goes unnoticed due to Lou Hudson. However the fans in Charlotte are high on some of these players for a reason. Stew was a lottery selection along side fellow big man Red Robbins, however it's Johnson who is making the noise thus far. Stew is a power forward that is capable of stretching the floor, he has already hit 19 three pointers thus far at a 39% clip. He is also showing the ability to score with the ball in his hands, he isn't turning it over which is good to see considering the overall age of this team. Stew has a good frame and the ability to keep on growing with some work put in, his potential is limited so the Bobcats really should work with him on this and improving his inside game and really making him an offensive threat.
Bill Melchionni PG 22 6'1'' 165 B- B A- C+ C- A
Bill Melchionni PG 32 37.5 18.3 4.2 10.3 1.6 0.0 3.4 .445 .845 .355
Yet another Bobcat selection on this list, however this team we venture to the second round for this steal. Melchionni dropped in this draft and the Bobcats were happy to select him. Immediately pouring in a few RC's to improve his ratings and they were paid off with a nice point guard after training camp. His stats are right on par with Bing and Clark, both top six selections. He is averaging a double double as a rookie, grabbing four boards a game and is shooting respectful percentages. Melchionni is showing that A potential, but is it legit? Either way the Bobcats have an impressive rookie on their hands and like the other point guard rookies they need to work on his turnovers.
Carroll Hooser PF 22 6'7'' 230 B D+ C- A- B- C
Carroll Hooser PF 36 25.1 9.7 7.2 1.3 0.9 1.3 1.0 .417 .603 .000
The Raptors had multiple picks in this draft and here is one of them. Carroll Hooser was considered to be the best power forward in another wise a weak draft for power forwards. However the Raptors saw something that was there in Hooser and have been rewarded with a good player. Hooser splits time between both center and power forward, so he is getting the minutes a game. Hooser is proving that he can be a solid defensive player, getting a block a game and almost a steal. He has also shown that he can be a double double type player down the line for this team. While nothing blows you away with Hooser, he has shown that he is a good bench/fringe starter type. Most teams would take that with the 20th pick all day.
Bob McIntyre SF 22 6'6'' 215 A- C C- C+ C C
Bob McIntyre SF 36 18.0 8.7 3.4 0.8 0.5 0.4 0.8 .510 .847 .000
McIntyre the 23rd overall selection in the draft is also getting more minutes than fellow small forward draftee Joe Ellis. McIntyre is on this list for one simple reason, he can really score inside effectively. Putting up just 9 points a game to go along with 3 rebounds, in limited minutes McIntyre is proving that he can be effective on the offensive end. 51% from the field, 85% from the charity stripe are impressive for any rookie. McIntyre really doesn't offer much else aside from offense, but at the end of the first round it's always nice to find a guy that has a niche and he clearly has one. With a little help he can really become the stud scorer off the bench for the Raptors.
Lonnie Lynn SF 23 6'7'' 215 B+ C+ C- A- B B
Lonnie Lynn SF 33 35.0 15.6 7.8 1.5 1.3 0.8 1.8 .477 .689 .250
The second pick in the draft yielded quite the return for the Celtics. After winning the lottery and selecting Dave Bing with the first overall pick the Celtics were already winners of the draft. However their fortune didn't stop there when they selected Lonnie Lynn, a small forward whose now paying off big dividends. He is the starting small forward, playing 35 minutes a night and is putting up some great numbers. 16/8 on 48% from the field. Lynn not only was a second round pick, but the Celtics smartly extended his contract thus securing his bids for his next contract. Lynn showcases the ability to score from the outside as well, with a little help there he can really become a good outside shooter.
