Everyone knows about John Wall, Evan Turner and DeMarcus Cousins.
It's time to shed some light on the players you might not have heard so much about, but will certainly know in the not too distance future.
#1. James Anderson - guard from Oklahoma St. - Anderson became a star this year with a breakout year and I believe cementing himself as the best 2 guard in the country. His ability to take over a game with his dribble drive and his mid range jumper will make his a force in the NBA. He will start out coming off the bench but will become a star, mark my words.
#2. Jordan Crawford - guard from Xavier - Before this college basketball year all Crawford was known for was "kinda" dunking on LeBron James at the NIKE camp. By seasons end, Crawford was a star in the NCAA tournament and dazzled fans everywhere. His explosiveness and ability to finish around the rim make him a prime candidate for a star in the NBA. He has impressed tons of scouts at the NBA Combine and his stock is rising.
#3. Quincy Pondexter - forward from Washinton - Another player that was one to watch all season as he and Isiah Thomas lead the Huskies deep into the NCAA Tournament. Pondexter has size and knows how to create a mismatch with his speed. Pondexter is projected as a top to mid 2nd rounder and could be in line for steal of the draft a la DeJuan Blair of 2009.
#4. Andy Rautins - guard from Syracuse - He probably wont be drafted but a team will pick him up. I watched him closely all year and he became one of my favorite players. His skill set is through the roof but for some reason he wont be a top 60 player in the draft. A team will take a chance on him and will be rewarded tremendously, leaving a ton of GM's bashing their heads on a table. Rautins is a great passer and can shoot better than anyone in this draft. A couple days after the draft you will hear a team pick him up, I'll bet on that.
The NBA Draft is on Thursday, stay tuned for more news.
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