The NBA draft is not for another 2 months, but its not too early to start the buzz on the possible GREATNESS of this draft class. Greatness?? Rose, Love and Beasley are clearly the 3 kings in this class, but players under the radar such as Lopez, Rush and Augustine can propel the class into comparisons with the amazing 84 and 96 class. Unlike the Hall of Famers in the 1984 class this class is filled with "Diaper Dandies" ready to lead a NBA franchise to new heights.
Derrick Rose the fantastic Point Guard from Memphis is my pick for the 2008-2009 NBA rookie of the year. The 6'3 180 pound freshman did not disappoint Memphis fans this season with his great decision making and creativity with the basketball. Derrick posses the rare combination of size and speed at the PG position. His ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates and for himself brings smiles to every GM's face in the NBA. Although he is compared to the current young points guards in the league such as Paul and Williams, his mental toughness as a defender can only help him to surpass them and become the king of the elite
"L O, L O, L O L O V E..im talking bout LOVE!!" where is Ashley Simpson when you need her? she should come out and perform when Love is Drafted. Kevin Love the lovely freshman center from UCLA who is every coaches dream and worst nightmare. Listed at 6'10 255 pounds, this PF/C has the basketball IQ of a veteran Point Guard and the ability to score from anywhere on the court. In contrast to last years number one overall pick Greg Oden, Love's passing ability and low post skills are NBA ready. One of his strongest attributes is his great outlet passing after grabbing a rebound, although the outlet pass will not be as effect in the NBA, it only displays his understanding of the game. Love has a great personality and feel for the game, his skills will not glue you to the TV screen but will always win you basketball games. Tim Duncan.
Micheal 'Be Easy' Beasley is the all everything freshman from Kansas State who undeniably has the most potential of all the players in this years draft. The 6'10 225 pound forward was dominating and fearless this year in the Big 12 conference this year. 'Be easy' averaged 26.2 points per game and 12.4 per game with very little help from his supporting cast. The left handed stud can play above the rim like a banger but can take you behind the three point line like Dirk Nowitzki. On the defensive side of the ball, his love for the game does not diminish, he displayed great range and tenacity in the low post, averaging just under 2 blocks per game. Many experts compare him to a more athletic Derrick Coleman, but his ability to play defense and block shots tells me he has the ability to have a Rasheed Wallace type of career. Although coming into college many scouts labeled him as a great talent with an attitude problem, many GM's will take a chance on this super talent.
The 1984 NBA Draft will always be legendary but this 2008 class has the potential to be something special, as long as there is no Busts like Olowokandi, and its better than the 2000 draft this draft will be a great one.
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