June 23, 2008

2008 NBA Draft



The nba season is over and I believe it would be a sweet vacation for the Boston Celtics; imagine winning the NBA Championship crown after 22 long years. Great!

Off-season begins, what could be the highlight event? the NBA Draft!

The Chicago Bulls had won the first pick option; followed by the Miami Heat and the Minnesota Timberwolves respectively. The big question is who will be the lucky draftee to enter the league first? Will it be Michael Beasley or Derrick Rose? The clock is ticking for the Bulls, the NBA Draft will be this thursday (friday in Manila).

I've read some articles on the internet, watched YouTube videos as well, regarding Beasley and Rose and I can say that they are both good ballers and they both deserved to be a contender for the No. 1 pick for the 2008 NBA Draft.

Here are some points for the top prospects that the Bulls can consider:


Michael Beasley: An explosive combination of strength and athleticism. Can score from virtually anywhere on the basketball floor. Utilizes his length, quickness, and leaping ability to grab rebounds both in and outside his area. Plays with aggression and confidence. He is left-handed.

Derrick Rose: A rare combination of speed, elite athleticism and poise at the point guard position. Uses quickness and strength to power his way to the basket and can finish with incredible body control. Makes good decisions in the open floor.

After trading Ben Wallace and Joe Smith, I think the Chicago Bulls will be needing a low-post player and someone who can grab the boards. The Bulls have plenty of players on the guard position. The play-makers and outside scorers are still in the roster. Kirk Hinrich and Chris Duhon can do the plays; Ben Gordon and Larry Hughes (trade from Cleveland) will sink the shots. Most likely the Bulls will be picking Beasley. However, looking on the Bulls' roster, it's a team of young and ambitious players. There might be a chance, though slight, the Bulls might trade or acquire a veteran player after the draft. Well, anything is possible.

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