1.

Blake Griffin, Oklahoma
The first pick of the NBA Draft is a no-brainer. Blake Griffin all the way. Now if the Clippers could just find a way to get rid of Baron Davis and Zach Randolph they'd be in business!
2.

Ricky Rubio, Spain
The Grizzlies have to take Rubio with the second pick. There are rumblings that Rubio wants no part of Memphis, but that's his issue. Rubio could be an impressive trading chip to help the Grizzlies franchise.
3.

Hasheem Thabeet, UCONN
The Oklahoma City Thunder will take UCONN center Hasheem Thabeet. Their biggest need is rebounding and defense in the paint, Thabeet fills that need.
4.

Jonny Flynn, Syracuse
The Kings had the worst record in the NBA last season and wound up getting the fourth pick in the NBA Draft. Can the Kings catch a break? They won't get Blake Griffin but they will get a good player in the 2009 draft. I have the Kings selecting Syracuse point guard Jonny Flynn to make up for the mistake that is Beno Udrih.
5.

James Harden, Arizona State
The Wizards were also big losers in the Blake Griffin sweepstakes but that won't stop them from getting a quality lottery selection. I have the Wizards picking James Harden from Arizona State. Washington needs a quality shooting guard to play next to Gilbert Arenas.
6.

Tyreke Evans, Memphis
The Timberwolves need a shooting guard. Tyreke Evans is just that.
7.

Jordan Hill, Arizona
The Warriors are one of the worst drafting teams in the NBA. I don't know who they'll pick but my guess is Arizona power forward Jordan Hill. They need size but Nellie loves to play small ball, who knows?
8.

Stephen Curry, Davidson
The Knicks will get their guy as sharp shooter Stephen Curry falls to the Big Apple.
9.

DeMar DeRozan, USC
The Raptors need an upgrade at the 2. DeRozan could be the scoring option to make Chris Bosh want to stay north of the border.
10.

Jeff Teague, Wake Forest
The Bucks need a point guard, Teague is an Indiana guy like coach Skiles. Teague it is.
11.

DeJuan Blair, Pittsburgh
New Jersey is a team with one big man, Brook Lopez. The Nets need size and toughness in the post, Blair brings both.
12.

Tyler Hansbrough, UNC
Hansbrough can sell tickets in North Carolina. He can also scrap and claw for rebounds while Emeka Okafor betters his offensive game. Tyler is also a Larry Brown type of guy.
13.

Gerald Henderson, Duke
Henderson gives the Pacers a wing player to take some of the burden off of Danny Granger.
14.

James Johnson, Wake Forest
The Suns missed the playoffs last season for the first time in a long time. They need more than a lottery pick to fix their problems. Wake Forest forward James Johnson is an insurance policy for the day when Grant Hill walks away.
15.

Earl Clark, Louisville
Earl Clark is a combo forward with a versatile game. The Pistons will likely lose Rasheed Wallace and Antonio McDyees to free agency. Clark is their guy.
16.

BJ Mullens, Ohio State
The Bulls have lacked a post scorer since they traded Eddy Curry in 2005. Mullens is a project but has the potential to be a good post scorer in the NBA.
17.

Brandon Jennings, Italy
With Andre Miller in limbo the 6ers need a point guard. Jennings has one year of pro experience and may be able to step in and lead this young Philly team.
18.

Jrue Holiday, UCLA
The T-Wolves could use another point guard as Randy Foye is often missing in action. Holiday is more than a steal at 18.
19.

Ty Lawson, UNC
Lawson is a good pick for Atlanta. The Hawks are likely losing point guard Mike Bibby. Lawson is a cheaper, younger option at the 1.
20.

Terrence Williams, Louisville
The Jazz could use a little shooting and Williams provides that. Ronnie Brewer has yet to develop a consistent jumper while Kyle Korver couldn't guard the 67 year old Jerry Sloan at this point. Williams is an upgrade.
21.

Wayne Ellington, UNC
New Orleans has a hole at the 2 position. Sharp shooting Wayne Ellington could be the recipient of many drive and kicks from Chris Paul.
22.

Eric Maynor, VCU
What does a team that needs everything do with the 22nd pick? Take a point guard. Jason Kidd is a free agent this summer and even if he resigns with Dallas he's a little long in the tooth. It's time to find his replacement.
23.

Chase Budinger, Arizona
The Kings have a lot of confidence in Andres Nocioni but he doesn't appear to have much confidence in them. It's time to fill the small forward spot with a guy who actually wants to play for Sacramento.
24.

Sam Young, Pittsburgh
The Blazers need help at the small forward position. Consistency is an issue. Sam Young is a player that can play the 3 and spell Brandon Roy at the 2.
25.

Marcus Thornton, LSU
Thornton gives OKC the shooting they sorely need to compliment Kevin Durant.
26.

Omri Casspi, Israel
Loul Deng can not be counted on to be healthy. The Bulls have a strong interest in Omri Casspi to play back up small forward.
27.

Austin Daye, Gonzaga
Memphis needs size and versatility in their front court. Daye provides a shooting touch that's rare for players his size.
28.

Nick Calathes, Florida
With their third first round pick the Minnesota Timberwolves should go with Nick Calathes. Calathes gives Minnesota size and ball handling in the back court. The current combo of Foye and Telfair just doesn't cut it.
29.

DaJuan Summers, Georgetown
What does the team with everything need? A small forward of course! Lamar Odom and Trevor Ariza are free agents and likely to leave La La Land. Summers gives the Lakers a few buckets from the 3 spot. Besides, do you trust Adam Morrison to contribute anything?
30.

Taj Gibson, USC
The Cavaliers need size in the back court and youth in the front court. It's always safe to go with size. I have the Cavs taking Taj Gibson with the last pick in the first round of the NBA Draft.