May 16, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; Nerlens Noel is interviewed during the NBA Draft combine at Harrison Street Athletics Facility. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports
First of all, anybody remember the vaunted 2003 draft (which was “only” 10 years ago)?
You know, the one featuring LeBron James, Darko Milicic (sorry Detroit), Carmelo Anthony, Chris Bosh, and Dwyane Wade? The one where the Heat almost picked Chris Kaman. In case you want a refresher, here’s a great video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_q6bdiX_ze8
Now, onto the draft rumors.
- Apparently, the Cleveland Cavaliers are choosing between Alex Len and Nerlens Noel.
The Cavaliers are choosing between Nerlens Noel and Alex Len at No. 1. If they pick Len, Noel could drop to Suns at No. 5.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 27, 2013
Watch Nerlens Noel’s draft preview video here:
And Alex Len’s draft preview video here:
Here’s what Chad Ford had to say in a draft chat:
If the Bulls can somehow get LaMarcus Aldridge without losing Joakim Noah (maybe they trade Deng, or Taj Gibson, or even Jimmy Butler) the Bulls would have one of the best (if not the best) front-court in the NBA.
This LaMarcus Aldridge deal is further complicated by uncertainty surrounding Portland’s interest in DeAndre Jordan.
Clips, Blazers talked on DeAndre Jordan prior to Doc Rivers' hiring, sources say, but Portland interest and Jordan market value unclear now.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 26, 2013