NBA 2011 Draft Misc. News Thread

espn700spence: Steve Kyler from @HOOPSWORLD adamant about his report that @jimmerfredette has been given a promise by ah_Jazz at #12.
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Probballdraft : Very real scenario being discussed in Cleveland. @Cavs trade #4 pick to @WashWizards for 6th & Wiz take Kanter. CLE would want 18 too.
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Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo wrote:With an eye on drafting Arizona’s Derrick Williams, the Indiana Pacers have discussed a package including center Roy Hibbert and the 15th pick for the Minnesota Timberwolves’ second overall pick, league sources said. Nevertheless, the overture hasn’t gained traction in Minnesota.

Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo wrote:Houston continues to offer the 14th and 23rd picks in the draft to move into the top 10, and could have a willing partner with the Detroit Pistons at No. 8. The Pistons have told teams they won’t trade down until they see who drops to them on draft night, sources said. In what could be an interesting window into the Pistons’ preferences, San Diego State forward Kawhi Leonard worked out for Detroit on Monday, and shortly thereafter cancelled his Wednesday workout with the Milwaukee Bucks, who have the 10th pick. Several executives believe Leonard may have left Auburn Hills with a guarantee.

Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo wrote:Perhaps no player is rising faster than Georgia Tech’s Iman Shumpert, who is suddenly on the Phoenix Suns’ short list at No. 13. The Nets have had a strong interest in him, and he could be the player they’re trying to move up from No. 27 to get.

Gambo620: Suns & Warriors discussed trade scenarios in which Lopez goes to Golden State & 11th pick plus Udoh ends up w/ PHO
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Jonathan Givoy of Draft Express wrote:With the Timberwolves asking for "the moon" for this pick, one NBA executive said, it’s been difficult for them to find realistic trade options. That could change once they’re actually on the clock, but for now it looks like Williams will be joining Kevin Love and Ricky Rubio in a Timberwolves jersey.

Jonathan Givoy of Draft Express wrote:The Kings are looking for help at both point guard and small forward, but aren’t in love with anyone in this draft, as they’d much rather find immediate help in the form of a veteran. This pick could be available, with the front office and coaching staff under fire to improve the team as much as possible.

Jonathan Givoy of Draft Express wrote:The Bucks don’t seem to be in love with anyone in the draft where they’re picking, and have reportedly been one of the most active teams on the trade market over the past week or so. They seem to be willing to use this pick to help improve their salary-cap situation in advance of the new labor agreement, namely by ridding themselves of the contract of Corey Maggette.

Jonathan Givoy of Draft Express wrote:While Daryl Morey and co. don’t appear to be all that excited with anyone in this draft – they’re heavily exploring moving this pick in exchange for a 2012 first, sources said

Jonathan Givoy of Draft Express wrote:The Pacers are also heavily involved in numerous trade scenarios and could be active on draft night depending on how things pan out. They seem to have quite a bit of urgency to improve as much as possible in advance of next season, clearly looking to transition to win-now mode.

Jonathan Givoy of Draft Express wrote:Davis Bertans is rumored to have a promise at No. 29 from San Antonio

GeryWoelfel:Bucks are open to moving No.10 and have had several discussions. As of now, though, they intend to keep the pick.
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AlexKennedyNBA : The Spurs are expected to move #29. Plenty of teams are interested in acquiring it on draft night, but only if their guy is available.
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AlexKennedyNBA: The Chicago Bulls are trying to package their two first-round picks - #28 and #30 - to move up. They're talking to a few teams in the teens.
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Probballdraft : As it stands expect the @WashWizards to trade up w/ the @Utah_Jazz or @Cavs to take Enes Kanter. Per a source Wiz have him #2 on their board
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WojYahooNBA: Kemba Walker could be the player dropping in lottery, especially because sources say Toronto (5th pick) and Detroit (8th) will pass on him.
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STEIN_LINE_HQ: Suns and Wolves did talk about a Nash deal w/No. 2 pick going back to Phoenix. ESPN.com link w/@chadfordinsider: http://es.pn/liYxw5
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Probballdraft : From the sound of things @Cavs really willing to move the 4th pick. CLE spoke with HOU about swapping 4 for 14 and 23. Rockets want a big.
1 hour ago

WojYahooNBA: Teams believe Charlotte has designs on specific player for No. 9. If he's off board, they think 'Cats will trade down to get multiple picks.
4 hours ago

TheHoopsReport: Word is that Andrew Goudelock may have a draft floor at 39 or 41. Could go as early as 27. NJ, Chi, Mia, Sac, Cha, LAL all in the mix.
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lakerswiz wrote:How often do these guys run full 5's in these workouts? Kemba seems to be dropping, but isn't he just going through drills and some one on one?

Bryan (Denver): Any insight on the Lakers possible selections and trades?

Chad Ford (2:02 PM): Should be a solid guard prospect left between Norris Cole, Nolan Smith, Malcolm Lee, Shelvin Mack and Charles Jenkins. I bet one of their picks comes from that pool.

DraftExpress: NBA sources say San Antonio has offered George Hill to Milwaukee (#10), Golden State (#11) and Utah (#12) in exchange for their pick.
21 minutes ago

sam_amick: Hearing it from people with a good line to Jazz & no agenda RT @dr_spectre @sam_amick Kanter to Jazz rumor just a smokescreen?
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nbadraftnet: We hear the Jazz will take Enes Kanter 3rd and Cleveland will take Jonas Valanciunas 4th. Knight goes 5th and Kemba could be the odd man out
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MHeislerLATimes: FORGET 'RUMORED,' MYSTERY MAN SPURS WANT TO TRADE UP FOR IS DEFINITELY KLAY THOMPSON... Due in NY yesterday, detoured to SA to meet Pop, RC
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AlexKennedyNBA: Add the Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers to the list of teams trying to move into the top ten.
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Chad Ford of ESPN wrote:What's the hottest place to be right now in the NBA draft? It appears to be the mid-lottery.

The Pistons, Bobcats, Bucks and Warriors are getting flooded with calls from teams looking to move into that range.

Among the teams that have made calls? The Rockets (who are offering picks Nos. 14 and 23), the Pacers (No. 15 and Brandon Rush), the Knicks (No. 17 and Toney Douglas) and the Spurs (George Hill).

Sources say the Rockets and Spurs are interested in Jonas Valanciunas if he ends up sliding. The Spurs also are eying Washington State's Klay Thompson, according to sources. The Knicks are looking at both Thompson and Jimmer Fredette with that pick. For the Pacers, it's Fredette.

The bigger question is, will any of them make a deal?

The Pistons are seriously considering the Rockets' offer -- especially if Kawhi Leonard and Tristan Thompson are off the board. The target at No. 14?
Markieff Morris. Morris wowed the Pistons in a big workout Tuesday, and they feel he could still be on the board there.

The Bobcats are in the most interesting situation. They are trying to package picks Nos. 9 and 19 to move up a few spots to get a shot at drafting Leonard. However, if Leonard is off the board, the Bobcats might be inclined to do a deal with Houston or San Antonio.

I don't think the Bucks or Warriors are inclined to do the Spurs trade, as Hill doesn't hold a huge appeal for either team. The Rockets trade might hold some interest, but not until certain players are off the board. Both the Bucks and Warriors have interest in Valanciunas if he falls, and both teams also are fans of Thompson.

Andy Katz of ESPN wrote:Minnesota has four trade scenarios on its board for the No. 2 pick. As of midday Wednesday, the Timberwolves now are leaning toward Arizona’s Derrick Williams over Kentucky’s Enes Kanter of Turkey. But the Wolves are actively listening to offers for No. 2. Phoenix and Washington are two teams that aren’t involved, but Houston, which owns pick No. 14, has proposed at least 10 different options for Minnesota's No. 2.

• San Antonio has offered George Hill to at least one team in the late lottery in an attempt to get into the first 14 picks if it can’t move Tony Parker to Sacramento or Toronto for a spot in the top 10. The Spurs obviously can move only one of the two points -- if at all -- and are attempting to include Richard Jefferson in the deal.

AlexKennedyNBA: The New York Knicks are shopping Toney Douglas, sources confirm. They may package him with #17 to move up or move him for another player.
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TheHoopsReport: BREAKING: I was told by a trusted league source today at NBA Draft media day that Bismack Biyombo has a medical red flag with his back.
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TheHoopsReport: The source said they still expect Biyombo to be drafted either at 8 by the Pistons or 9 by the Bobcats, despite the back issue.
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