[分享] Team Needs: Atlantic Division
By Sam_Littman
Mon, 06/06/2011 - 1:58pm
Boston Celtics
Needs: PG/SG, C
Picks: 25, 55
Their core of future Hall of Famers might be getting old, but they still have
plenty to learn; specifically, what it will take to topple the Miami Heat
next year. Crippled by the lack of depth down low after dealing Kendrick
Perkins for combo forward Jeff Green, the Celtics relied heavily on 15-year
vet Jermaine O’Neal and 19-year vet Shaquille O’Neal, both of whom were all
but useless in the playoffs. With a nice group of wings (Pierce, Allen, and
Jeff Green, whom they’re committed to) and Garnett manning the PF position,
but little depth in the backcourt, it’s clear that the Celtics will go for
either a guard or a center with their first round pick.
There was a rumor floating around that Danny Ainge has made a promise to
local kid: Boston College point guard Reggie Jackson, who might be a good fit
even though they have last year’s first round pick, Avery Bradley, waiting
in the wings. Jackson is a solid shooter, possesses great length, and could
inject energy into the aging ball club.
But more likely the C's will target a big man with a number of options
potentially available, such as JaJuan Johnson, Trey Thompkins, Jordan
Williams and Justin Harper. Johnson would likely be the safest bet of the lot
due to his experience, shot-blocking ability and versatility. If he could add
another 10 pounds, he would be ready to contribute at PF or C from day one.
New Jersey Nets
Needs: SG, SF, PF
Picks: 27, 36
Even after the mega deal that netted them Deron Williams, the Nets still hold
two valuable picks in this draft. While important, these picks, unlike last
year’s, will not govern the Nets offseason; they have just one year to
impress D-Will and $18 million in cap space, so expect them to go all out in
free agency and on the phone lines.
Though he likely won’t average more than 15 points, Anthony Morrow is a
legitimate starting SG for this team with their lack of spot-up shooters.
Point guards love to have someone that they can reliably kick it out to on
the wing, the type of player that Williams never really had in Utah. They
could still use depth at SG, but their most pressing needs are at SF and PF.
Drafting Derrick Favors last year prevented them from luring big-name power
forwards Amare, Bosh and Boozer, and now that Favors is gone, the need for a
versatile PF to play next to Brook Lopez is even more evident. Kris Humphries
had a breakout year, but he still cannot create offense for himself and the
Nets might be better off taking the money that they might have spent on
Humphries and putting it towards a top-tier PF. David West would have been an
excellent option had he not gotten injured. Unfortunately this is a very weak
PF class, with Carl Landry being the second best option. The Nets are one of
the few teams in the league that have enough cap space to absorb a huge
contract, so look for them to take advantage of their fiscal freedom.
The Nets will have the same mindset when it comes to small forwards as well,
though the free agent pool of swingmen is much deeper. For a team that
desperately needs offense, they should look at Wilson Chandler and Thaddeus
Young, both of whom would be great fits and won’t command cap-crippling
contracts. Veteran defensive specialists Andrei Kirilenko and Shane Battier
should be in play as well.
Expect the Nets to go with the best player available at 27, because the
player they take certainly won’t be claiming a starting spot. JaJuan Johnson
would be an excellent fit as he is ready to score in the NBA right now and
can conceivably play PF or center with his 7-2 wingspan and 38” vertical.
Marshon Brooks could provide the shooting that they desperately need, and
Nikola Vucevic would be a solid addition down low. With their second pick, a
raw but potential-laden big man should be in their sights; that means Jeremy
Tyler, Justin Harper or Jordan Williams.
New York Knicks
Needs: PG, SG, C
Picks: 17
Darius Morris
With four roster spots to fill and no money to spend, the Knicks better make
this pick count. Preparing to acquire either Deron Williams, Chris Paul or
Dwight Howard next summer, the Knicks will not want to make the same mistake
as the Heat and should try with all their scouting might to add a productive
player with their mid first round pick. Seeing as Billups and Douglas have
just one year left on their contracts, and nabbing Williams or Paul isn’t a
certainty, they might want to consider every PG that could conceivably be
picked in that region. Darius Morris would be a good fit and beat Jimmer
Fredette head to head in their workout in front of the Knicks.
Apparently the Knicks are enamored of Kenneth Faried, who would be a handy
defensive specialist for a team that currently doesn’t have any. Landry
Fields looks to be a very satisfactory role player (assuming they add a big
name in 2012), so they can afford to look at more one-dimensional players. It
might be hard for them to pass on Jimmer considering how well he fits into D’
Antoni’s system.
Philadelphia 76ers
Needs: SF, PF, C
Picks: 16, 50
Who would’ve thought that even after a disappointing season for second
overall pick Evan Turner and no major acquisitions, the Sixers would be in
considerably better standing than they were the year before? New head coach
Doug Collins instilled in this team a new mentality on the defensive end that
everyone bought into. Elton Brand had his best season since 2006-07, Iguodala
grew to become arguably the league’s best wing defender, Jrue Holiday
improved immensely, while Lou Williams and Thaddeus Young combined to be the
league’s best bench duo.
With the exception of Young, now a restricted free agent, they’ll all be
back, though this team still has a number of needs to address. Re-signing
Young, who had a terrific PER of 18.46, should be their top priority. They’
ll then turn their attention to PF and C; Elton Brand could use a better
backup, and their weakness at center will be magnified even more with Spencer
Hawes becoming a free agent.
The Sixers have already stated that they’ll be targeting big men, which
makes plenty of sense considering how many valuable guards they have locked
up. There will be a number of solid power forwards available around the 16
spot (Markieff Morris, Tristan Thompson, Kenneth Farried, and won’t all be
gone), though they may decide to reach for a center such as Nikola Vucevic.
Vucevic, who measured 7-0/260 at the combine and is known for being a great
shooter for his size.
Toronto Raptors
Needs: PG, SF, C
Picks: 5, 33
Despite averaging 21.4 points per game this past season, starting center and
former #1 overall pick Andrea Bargnani might have to go. It is becoming clear
that this team cannot be successful with Bargnani down low; power forward
Reggie Evans averaged nearly as many offensive rebounds (4) as Bargnani did
total rebounds (5.2) in 10 less minutes per game, and his 0.7 blocks per game
average is pathetic for a 7-footer playing 36 minutes a night. With two very
promising young power forwards (Amir Johnson and Ed Davis), Bargnani has
become expendable.
The Raptors would love for Enes Kanter to fall to them at #5; Kanter is more
physical than Bargnani, is a legit 6-11, and possesses a nicer jumper than
you might expect. They might not be willing to give up on Bargs yet, however,
and this team could have as much as $14 million in cap space if Leandro
Barbosa decides to opt out of the final $7.6 million left on his deal.
The Raptors will consider more players than any other team picking in the top
five. They will have their eye on Kanter, but if he’s swept up by the Cavs
at #4 as most are expecting, Kemba Walker would be the best available
prospect. Though they have a decent veteran (Calderon) manning the position
and a potential future starter (Bayless) improving at a good rate, there’s
no doubt that Walker would be an upgrade and a great complement to DeMar
DeRozan in the backcourt. They’ll also be looking at Brandon Knight if he
slips to them, and [Player: Jonas Valanciunas is a possibility if he remains
in the draft. Brian Colangelo might be one of the few GMs in the top 10 picks
with the job security to draft Valanciunas and his difficult contract buyout
and wait for 2-3 years for him.
Their most pressing need is at the swing, however, where they would be able
to choose between Kawhi Leonard and Jan Vesely. The Raptors have proven to be
one of the best drafting teams in recent years, and it will be hard for them
to make a bad decision considering the variety of solid-fit talents they’ll
have available to them.
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