FWD: Top Ten Picks - Version Two

[wayray@ix.netcom.com (Way Of The Ray)]

1.  LA Clippers: Mike Bibby
    Seems to be a lock for this position, unless there's a massive deal,
    and someone trades up and selects Olowokandi.

2.  Vancouver Grizzlies: Paul Pierce
    Perhaps, he's better suited to be a NBA small forward, but his all-around
    skills should help him develop into a more than competent off guard.

3.  Denver Nuggets: Michael Olowokandi
    A match made in heaven, and it allows Dean Garret to come off the bench, where 
    he'll be a valuable reserve.

4.  Toronto Raptors: Raef LaFrentz
    With the possibility of Camby being dealt, and the need for a rebounder, this 
    pick makes a lot of sense.

5.  Golden State Warriors: Larry Hughes
    His stock is rising, and someone has to replace Sprewell.

6.  Dallas Mavericks: Lamar Odom
    Another Don Nelson shocker, as the Mavs bypass POY Antawn Jamison for a Penny
    Hardaway new wave guard.

7.  Sacramento Kings: Vince Carter
    Best guard available.  

8.  Philadelphia 76's:  Robert Traylor
    While Larry Brown is intrigued by Jamison's athleticism, he's disheartened by
    lack of position and limited shooting range, so he takes Tractor who's wowing 
    everyone in the team workouts.

9.  Milwaukee Bucks: Antawn Jamison
    Too good to pass up, even if he doesn't really fulfil a need.

10. Boston Celtics: Dirk Nowitzki
    The Germanic Tom Chambers teams with Antoine to form the highest scoring forward 
    tandem in the NBA.

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In other news, Dan Issel is trying to acquire ex-Celtic Chauncey Billups from 
Toronto.  So far, the Raptors have been underwhelmed by the Nuggets offers.

Ray



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