2001 NBA Mock Draft: Who Will Go Where?

The 2001 NBA draft is loaded with talent. Here’s a look at where some of the top prospects might land.

Introduction

It’s that time of year again. The time when NBA fans’ thoughts turn to the upcoming draft, and the question of who will go where. This year’s draft is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing in recent memory, with a wealth of young talent available and a number of teams in need of immediate help.

Top 10 Prospects

The 2001 NBA Mock Draft is full of talented players who have the potential to make an impact in the league.

The top 10 prospects are:
1. Kwame Brown C, Georgia – He is a physical specimen with a tremendous upside. Some believe he is the next Tim Duncan
2. Tyson Chandler, C, Dominguez HS (CA) – He has all the talent in the world and could be a dominating force in the league for years to come.
3. Eddy Curry, C, Thornwood HS (IL) – He is a physically gifted center who has the potential to be a great player at the next level.
4. Rodney White, SF, Charlotte – He is an explosive scorer who can fill it up from anywhere on the court.
5. DeSagana Diop, C, Oak Hill Academy (VA) – He is a big body in the middle who can block shots and provide added size and strength inside.
6. Pau Gasol PF, Barcelona – He is a very skilled big man who can shoot from the perimeter and score inside.
7. Jason Richardson SG/SF, Michigan State – He is an outstanding athlete with unlimited potential.
8. Shane Battier, SF/PF , Duke – He is a versatile player who does everything well on the court.
9 Joseph Forte ,SG , North Carolina A score-first guard that can also distribute when necessary .

sleeper Prospects

As the 2001 NBA Draft approaches, there are a number of sleeper prospects that could be taken in the late first or early second round. Here are some of the top prospects that NBA scouts will be watching closely in the coming weeks.

Darius Miles, small forward from East St. Louis is one of the most athletic players in the draft. He has good size and strength for a small forward and has the ability to score in a variety of ways. He needs to improve his perimeter shooting and decision-making, but he has the potential to be a very good player at the next level.

Jeryl Sasser, shooting guard from USC, is another player with a lot of upside. He is an excellent shooter with range beyond the three-point line He needs to work on his defense and ball-handling, but he has the potential to be a very good shooter in the NBA.

Kwame Brown, Power Forward from Glynn Academy is one of the most enigmatic prospects in this year’s draft. He has great size and athleticism for a power forward but he is still raw offensively and needs to develop his skills. He has tremendous upside and could be taken in the top ten if he develops as expected. However, he could just as easily be a bust if he doesn’t reach his potential.

international Prospects

There are a number of international prospects who could be drafted in the first round of the 2001 NBA Draft Here is a look at some of the top international prospects:

1. Pau Gasol Spain: Gasol is a 6-11 power forward who has been compared to Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki He is a skilled offensive player with a nice shooting touch. He is also a good rebounder and shot blocker.

2. Vladimir Radmanovic, Yugoslavia: Radmanovic is a 6-10 forward who can shoot the Three-Point Shot He is also an excellent passer and ball handler for his size. Radmanovic has said that he would like to play in the NBA next season.

3. Andrei Kirilenko, Russia: Kirilenko is a 6-9 small forward who has been touted as one of the best young players in Europe. He is an excellent athlete with a nice shooting touch. Kirilenko is also a good shot blocker and rebounder.

point guards

In the 2001 NBA draft there are several very talented point guards who are sure to be selected early in the first round. It is widely believed that the point guard position is the most important position on the court, and these players will have a chance to prove that they are worthy of being selected with one of the Top Picks

There are a few players who stand out above the rest, and it will be interesting to see how they fare on draft day. Jay Williams from Duke is widely considered to be the best point guard in the draft, and he is expected to be selected with one of the top three picks. Kareem Rush from UCLA is another player who is expected to go in the top ten, and he could potentially be taken with one of the top five picks.

Other players who could potentially be taken in the first round include Mike Dunleavy Jr. from Duke, pilton Wiley from Florida State and Frank Williams from Illinois. It will be interesting to see how all of these players fare on draft day, and which teams decide to take a chance on them.

shooting guards

The 2001 NBA Mock Draft is out and Shooting Guards are in high demand. There are several players who could make an immediate impact at the position and teams are looking to add young talent. Here is a look at the top shooting guards in the 2001 NBA Mock Draft

small forwards

The small forward position in the 2001 NBA draft is not as deep as some of the other positions, but there are still a few very talented players that teams will be fighting over. The player that will most likely be taken first is Shane Battier from Duke. He is one of the most well-rounded players in the draft and has great character. He should be a very good player in the league for many years to come.

The next best Small Forward in the draft is Troy Murphy from Notre Dame Murphy is a little undersized for the position, but he makes up for it with his shooting touch and rebounding ability. He should be a good player off the bench for whoever drafting him.

A darkhorse candidate to be taken in the first round is Rodney White from UNC-Charlotte. He has good size and athleticism and can score points in bunches. If he can show that he can play against better competition, he could sneak into the first round.

power forwards

In the 2001 NBA mock draft there are several talented power forwards that teams will be vying for. Below is a list of the top Power Forwards in the 2001 NBA Mock Draft along with their college team and projected draft position.

1. Kwame Brown Georgia, 1st pick
2. Tyson Chandler, Dominguez HS (CA), 2nd pick
3. Eddy Curry, Thornwood HS (IL), 5th pick
4. DeJuan Wagner, Miami Senior HS (FL), 12th pick
5. Troy Murphy, Notre Dame 19th pick

centers

There are a number of talented centers in the 2001 NBA Draft class, but it is unclear who will go where. Some of the top prospects include Deandre Jordan, Spencer Hawes, and Greg Monroe.

Jordan is a physical specimen who has the potential to be a dominant force on both ends of the court. However, he is still raw and needs to develop his skills. Hawes is a more polished player, but some scouts question his athleticism. Monroe is a bit of a Wild Card he has star potential but his attitude has been called into question.

It will be interesting to see how these centers shake out in the draft. Whichever team drafts Jordan will be taking a bit of a gamble, but they could potentially be rewarded with a franchise player. Hawes could be a solid contributor for any team, while Monroe could either be a bust or a steal depending on how he develops.

conclusion

In conclusion, the 2001 NBA mock draft projects that the Atlanta Hawks will use the sixth pick in the draft to select Pau Gasol from Spain.