Post by nova on Mar 12, 2010 18:51:41 GMT -5
#11 Jimmy King SG 22 6'5'' 210 C+ B+ C+ B C A Bulls
By far the biggest surprise on this list, Jimmy King might be the biggest draft steal in BBS history. Actually, you may not even be able to call him a steal, considering he was undrafted. King had a monstrous first TC and now looks like a stud. He's ranked above Penny, which is saying something, considering Penny is a former #1 pick. King's value is unquestionable and if he continues to progress like he has thus far, paired alongside Big Dog and Penny, he will give the Bulls a filthy trio for the future.
#12 Anfernee Hardaway PG 24 6'7'' 195 B B- B+ C+ C A Bulls
Penny, the #1 pick in the 93 draft, is the third Chicago Bull on this list. Penny is still a very good young player, but he has not progressed enough to warrant a higher spot on this list. He's been a bit of a disappointment for the Bulls, which is unfortunate, because they could have the makings of a phenomenal young team with King and Big Dog if Penny becomes a star. It's not looking that way though. Nonetheless, he still looks like a very solid player, and he definitely has very good value still.
#13 Robert Horry SF 25 6'9'' 223 C+ A- C A+ C+ A Celtics
Unlike many of the other players on this list, Big Shot Rob is already quite developed. He's perhaps the best complimentary player in the league. He's a sensational defender and a very capable offensive player. He can also rebound as good as any SF in the league. Simply put, Horry is a type of player that every GM loves. He does it all. And he still has A scouted potential, meaning he may get even better. He's a great young player and any team would love to have him.
#14 Eric Snow PG 22 6'3'' 190 C+ C+ B B+ C A Bobcats
Much like Horry, Snow's another player whose a bit of a surprise. Coming in, people thought he'd be a solid PG who would start and do a fine job. However, after a great first TC, Snow's looking like he may be an all-star caliber PG. Good PG's are few and far between in BBS, and thus Snow's value is very high, despite the fact that he's a 22 year old rookie and has had only one TC. His rookie stats are impressive; 12.9ppg, 4.7rpg, 5.6apg, only 1.5tpg in 28.1mpg. He's gonna be a good one.
#15 Antoine Walker SF 19 6'8'' 224 B- B- C+ C+ B- A Jazz
Toine is an enigma. The guy is supremely talented, but sometimes just does not show up. He can basically play three positions and had a really solid first TC to give him solid ratings across the board, which really boosted his value. He's a turnover whore however and is still raw in most aspects of his game, but if he continues to progress, he should be a very very good forward. At 19, Toine is still very young, and that in combination with his ratings and statistics as a rookie have GM's seeking to trade for him.
#16 Allan Houston SG 24 6'6'' 203 C+ A C B- D B Lakers
H20 as he is called takes the 16th spot on this list. In his 3rd season in the league, Houston's having another great year shooting wise. And that's where his value lies. Houston's got a sweet stroke and can drain jumpers and 3 pointers all day. He's not much of a rebounder or passer at all, which hurts his value, but he'll be a decent enough defender where he's still effective. Having an outstanding shooter like Houston however is a need for every team, and his inside game is also developing. He won't be a star, but his value as a secondary player is unquestionable.
#17 Rasheed Wallace SF 21 6'10'' 225 B- C+ C A- C+ A Jazz
Along with Toine, Sheed is the second and final talented member of the bumblefuck that is the 1996 Utah Jazz. Sheed, in his 2nd season, is averaging 16.0ppg, 7.7rpg, 1.1spg, and 2.3bpg. His defense is terrific and with the rest of his game developing, Sheed looks like he's going to be a great complimentary player. Some GM's are worried about his value after no changes in the last TC, but he's still very talented and has A scouted, so chances are a breakout TC is to come, and his versatility also boosts his value, as he can play SF or PF.
#18 Bobby Hurley PG 24 6'0'' 168 C+ C+ A B D B Raptors
One of the bigger draft steals in BBS thus far, Hurley could be ranked higher without much argument from many people. Hurley has progressed at a fantastic pace and his ratings are very solid for a player in his third season. He's likely not done improving either and could go on to become one of the better PG's in the league. However, he's 18th because he hasn't gotten much of a chance to show what he's capable of. He only plays 10.3mpg this year and only played 14.3mpg last year. If the Raps showcased him a bit more, he'd likely be higher on the list. He's still a valuable commodity however and will likely find a place as a starter next season.
#19 Antonio McDyess PF 21 6'9'' 220 B- C- C- B- B- A Celtics
This may be unfair to put McDyess this low considering he's only a rookie and he did improve in TC. However, he's very raw ratings-wise and stats-wise, so that's why he comes in at 19. He's got more upside then many of the other players above him, but he's still so raw at the age of 21 which has some around the league worried. The Celts desperately need him to be a stud, and he very well may be, but right now, he looks like he'll be a solid PF at best, and nothing more.
#20 Jerry Stackhouse SG 20 6'6'' 218 B+ C+ C+ C D A Bobcats
Stackhouse is one-half of the Bobcats future backcourt, with the other half being the previously mentioned Eric Snow. A rookie, Stackhouse is already averaging 19.0ppg in only 30.3mpg. He's an offensive phenom, and that's where he'll make his money. On the offensive end of the court. Stack is not a great handler and an even worse rebounder. He's actually similar to Allan Houston in that they can both score, but neither's a great defender and can't pass or rebound very well. Unlike Houston however who is at least a decent defender, Stack is an awful defender. At age 20, he's got good value though and the chance that he'll progress defensively puts him in the top 20.
#21 Michael Finley SG 22 6'7'' 225 C+ B C B C- A Lakers
H20's teammate, Finley may end up being a better all-around player, however, he won't have the scoring ability that Houston does. However, Finley's defense is superior and will only continue to improve. Finley's having a solid rookie season for the Lakers and is part of a very good young team that seems to really only be missing a franchise player.
Finley is not a franchise player, but he will be a very good SG, likely in the Kendall Gill mold.
#22 Shawn Bradley C 23 7'6'' 241 C+ C C- A- B- B Lakers
If the Leaning Tower of Pisa took on human form, it'd be Bradley. The guy is a shot blocking phenom and that's why he's on this list. Shot blocking is very valuable, and there's a premium on it. At the age of 23, Bradley's one of the best shot-blockers in the league and his offense and rebounding have also progressed a decent amount. He's a force on the court, and if he can get his rebounding and scoring to improve a bit more, he could be a very very good big man.
#23 Chris Webber PF 22 6'9'' 245 B+ C C C+ B B Warriors
Many questions remain about Webber's game, but the Warriors are hopeful that he will have his breakout TC this offseason. They're counting on it as a franchise. Webber is already solid, averaging nearly 20/9/4 in only 30mpg, but that's on a weak team with him being the top option. He's got value, but it's decreased since he was drafted. If he can have a good training camp, he'll jump up a few spots on this list, but for now, he comes in at 23 because while he's a solid big, there are worries he may never be anything more then that.
#24 Charlie Ward PG 25 6'2'' 190 C A- B B D C Bulls
Ward is the fourth Bull on this list, and perhaps the most underrated. In only his second year, Ward is already a very solid PG. He's averaging 16.8ppg, 3.9rpg, 7.2apg, and 2.0spg on great shooting %'s. He's a dynamic young player and has impressed GM's around the league with his on-court presence and intelligence. His C scouted potential hurts his value, but there's a chance he will still improve, and if he does, with the lack of PG's in the BBS, Ward will be very valuable. Heck, he already is.
Theo Ratliff C 22 6'10'' 225 B- C C- A- B- C Lakers
The fourth Laker on this list as well, Ratliff is similar to Bradley. Both are great shot blockers with so-so offensive and rebounding games. However, Ratliff is only a rookie. He could still become a solid scorer and rebounder. If he can get to 13ppg, 10rpg, and 3+bpg, he'll be very valuable. He's the type of big every team needs, and that's why he rounds out this list. His upside is limited, but young shot-blocking bigs are in demand, and that's what he is.
Honorable Mention:
Michael Smith PF 23 6'8'' 230 C+ D+ D+ B A- B Bulls
Juwan Howard PF 22 6'9'' 240 B C C B C+ B Grizzlies
Brian Grant PF 22 6'9'' 254 B C- C- B B+ B Nets
Malik Sealy SG 25 6'8'' 190 B+ B C B C B Nuggets
Donyell Marshall SF 22 6'10'' 218 B- B+ C B- C+ B Wizards
Eddie Jones SG 23 6'6'' 190 C+ B+ C B+ C- B Nets
By far the biggest surprise on this list, Jimmy King might be the biggest draft steal in BBS history. Actually, you may not even be able to call him a steal, considering he was undrafted. King had a monstrous first TC and now looks like a stud. He's ranked above Penny, which is saying something, considering Penny is a former #1 pick. King's value is unquestionable and if he continues to progress like he has thus far, paired alongside Big Dog and Penny, he will give the Bulls a filthy trio for the future.
#12 Anfernee Hardaway PG 24 6'7'' 195 B B- B+ C+ C A Bulls
Penny, the #1 pick in the 93 draft, is the third Chicago Bull on this list. Penny is still a very good young player, but he has not progressed enough to warrant a higher spot on this list. He's been a bit of a disappointment for the Bulls, which is unfortunate, because they could have the makings of a phenomenal young team with King and Big Dog if Penny becomes a star. It's not looking that way though. Nonetheless, he still looks like a very solid player, and he definitely has very good value still.
#13 Robert Horry SF 25 6'9'' 223 C+ A- C A+ C+ A Celtics
Unlike many of the other players on this list, Big Shot Rob is already quite developed. He's perhaps the best complimentary player in the league. He's a sensational defender and a very capable offensive player. He can also rebound as good as any SF in the league. Simply put, Horry is a type of player that every GM loves. He does it all. And he still has A scouted potential, meaning he may get even better. He's a great young player and any team would love to have him.
#14 Eric Snow PG 22 6'3'' 190 C+ C+ B B+ C A Bobcats
Much like Horry, Snow's another player whose a bit of a surprise. Coming in, people thought he'd be a solid PG who would start and do a fine job. However, after a great first TC, Snow's looking like he may be an all-star caliber PG. Good PG's are few and far between in BBS, and thus Snow's value is very high, despite the fact that he's a 22 year old rookie and has had only one TC. His rookie stats are impressive; 12.9ppg, 4.7rpg, 5.6apg, only 1.5tpg in 28.1mpg. He's gonna be a good one.
#15 Antoine Walker SF 19 6'8'' 224 B- B- C+ C+ B- A Jazz
Toine is an enigma. The guy is supremely talented, but sometimes just does not show up. He can basically play three positions and had a really solid first TC to give him solid ratings across the board, which really boosted his value. He's a turnover whore however and is still raw in most aspects of his game, but if he continues to progress, he should be a very very good forward. At 19, Toine is still very young, and that in combination with his ratings and statistics as a rookie have GM's seeking to trade for him.
#16 Allan Houston SG 24 6'6'' 203 C+ A C B- D B Lakers
H20 as he is called takes the 16th spot on this list. In his 3rd season in the league, Houston's having another great year shooting wise. And that's where his value lies. Houston's got a sweet stroke and can drain jumpers and 3 pointers all day. He's not much of a rebounder or passer at all, which hurts his value, but he'll be a decent enough defender where he's still effective. Having an outstanding shooter like Houston however is a need for every team, and his inside game is also developing. He won't be a star, but his value as a secondary player is unquestionable.
#17 Rasheed Wallace SF 21 6'10'' 225 B- C+ C A- C+ A Jazz
Along with Toine, Sheed is the second and final talented member of the bumblefuck that is the 1996 Utah Jazz. Sheed, in his 2nd season, is averaging 16.0ppg, 7.7rpg, 1.1spg, and 2.3bpg. His defense is terrific and with the rest of his game developing, Sheed looks like he's going to be a great complimentary player. Some GM's are worried about his value after no changes in the last TC, but he's still very talented and has A scouted, so chances are a breakout TC is to come, and his versatility also boosts his value, as he can play SF or PF.
#18 Bobby Hurley PG 24 6'0'' 168 C+ C+ A B D B Raptors
One of the bigger draft steals in BBS thus far, Hurley could be ranked higher without much argument from many people. Hurley has progressed at a fantastic pace and his ratings are very solid for a player in his third season. He's likely not done improving either and could go on to become one of the better PG's in the league. However, he's 18th because he hasn't gotten much of a chance to show what he's capable of. He only plays 10.3mpg this year and only played 14.3mpg last year. If the Raps showcased him a bit more, he'd likely be higher on the list. He's still a valuable commodity however and will likely find a place as a starter next season.
#19 Antonio McDyess PF 21 6'9'' 220 B- C- C- B- B- A Celtics
This may be unfair to put McDyess this low considering he's only a rookie and he did improve in TC. However, he's very raw ratings-wise and stats-wise, so that's why he comes in at 19. He's got more upside then many of the other players above him, but he's still so raw at the age of 21 which has some around the league worried. The Celts desperately need him to be a stud, and he very well may be, but right now, he looks like he'll be a solid PF at best, and nothing more.
#20 Jerry Stackhouse SG 20 6'6'' 218 B+ C+ C+ C D A Bobcats
Stackhouse is one-half of the Bobcats future backcourt, with the other half being the previously mentioned Eric Snow. A rookie, Stackhouse is already averaging 19.0ppg in only 30.3mpg. He's an offensive phenom, and that's where he'll make his money. On the offensive end of the court. Stack is not a great handler and an even worse rebounder. He's actually similar to Allan Houston in that they can both score, but neither's a great defender and can't pass or rebound very well. Unlike Houston however who is at least a decent defender, Stack is an awful defender. At age 20, he's got good value though and the chance that he'll progress defensively puts him in the top 20.
#21 Michael Finley SG 22 6'7'' 225 C+ B C B C- A Lakers
H20's teammate, Finley may end up being a better all-around player, however, he won't have the scoring ability that Houston does. However, Finley's defense is superior and will only continue to improve. Finley's having a solid rookie season for the Lakers and is part of a very good young team that seems to really only be missing a franchise player.
Finley is not a franchise player, but he will be a very good SG, likely in the Kendall Gill mold.
#22 Shawn Bradley C 23 7'6'' 241 C+ C C- A- B- B Lakers
If the Leaning Tower of Pisa took on human form, it'd be Bradley. The guy is a shot blocking phenom and that's why he's on this list. Shot blocking is very valuable, and there's a premium on it. At the age of 23, Bradley's one of the best shot-blockers in the league and his offense and rebounding have also progressed a decent amount. He's a force on the court, and if he can get his rebounding and scoring to improve a bit more, he could be a very very good big man.
#23 Chris Webber PF 22 6'9'' 245 B+ C C C+ B B Warriors
Many questions remain about Webber's game, but the Warriors are hopeful that he will have his breakout TC this offseason. They're counting on it as a franchise. Webber is already solid, averaging nearly 20/9/4 in only 30mpg, but that's on a weak team with him being the top option. He's got value, but it's decreased since he was drafted. If he can have a good training camp, he'll jump up a few spots on this list, but for now, he comes in at 23 because while he's a solid big, there are worries he may never be anything more then that.
#24 Charlie Ward PG 25 6'2'' 190 C A- B B D C Bulls
Ward is the fourth Bull on this list, and perhaps the most underrated. In only his second year, Ward is already a very solid PG. He's averaging 16.8ppg, 3.9rpg, 7.2apg, and 2.0spg on great shooting %'s. He's a dynamic young player and has impressed GM's around the league with his on-court presence and intelligence. His C scouted potential hurts his value, but there's a chance he will still improve, and if he does, with the lack of PG's in the BBS, Ward will be very valuable. Heck, he already is.
Theo Ratliff C 22 6'10'' 225 B- C C- A- B- C Lakers
The fourth Laker on this list as well, Ratliff is similar to Bradley. Both are great shot blockers with so-so offensive and rebounding games. However, Ratliff is only a rookie. He could still become a solid scorer and rebounder. If he can get to 13ppg, 10rpg, and 3+bpg, he'll be very valuable. He's the type of big every team needs, and that's why he rounds out this list. His upside is limited, but young shot-blocking bigs are in demand, and that's what he is.
Honorable Mention:
Michael Smith PF 23 6'8'' 230 C+ D+ D+ B A- B Bulls
Juwan Howard PF 22 6'9'' 240 B C C B C+ B Grizzlies
Brian Grant PF 22 6'9'' 254 B C- C- B B+ B Nets
Malik Sealy SG 25 6'8'' 190 B+ B C B C B Nuggets
Donyell Marshall SF 22 6'10'' 218 B- B+ C B- C+ B Wizards
Eddie Jones SG 23 6'6'' 190 C+ B+ C B+ C- B Nets
