As the NBA Draft approaches, teams’ draft boards are constantly in flux, with players rising and falling on a daily basis due to workouts, interviews and physicals.

Here are some players that have been on the rise on my draft board as of late:
Derrick Favors, Power Forward, Georgia Tech: I’m usually pretty wary of players that did not produce much on the college level, but Favors is becoming an exception. The lack of quality guard play on his Georgia Tech team really hurt his stats throughout his lone collegiate season, but he’s got the physical attributes and a developing skill set that should work very well in the Viagra Professional NBA. He’s got similar measurements and athleticism to Orlando’s Dwight Howard, which speaks to his potential to sell NBA tickets.

He’s definitely raw, but now as raw as some people think. He’s got a developing inside game and is extending the range on his jumper. Favors is a project, but I think he’ll be ready to contribute defensively from the get-go, at least in limited minutes. His upside is what makes him such an intriguing prospect and I’d take him over DeMarcus Cousins in a heartbeat.

Wesley Johnson, Small Forward, Syracuse: The more I read about Johnson, the more I like him. The more game footage I watch, the more I like him. The more interviews I watch, the more I like him. Are you sensing a theme here? Johnson isn’t going to be a superstar, but he’s a player that every team needs. He plays hard on both ends of the floor and has the potential to develop into an elite perimeter defender. While he struggles to create his own shot, he makes up for it with his ability to run the floor and consistently Levitra Professional knock down outside shots. He’s risen to the fourth spot on my board.

Greg Monroe, Power Forward, Georgetown: I’ve been high on Monroe since he was a senior in high school. I love his basketball IQ and the perimeter skills he possesses. I’m not buying any of the talk that he’s a center, but I think he could be a very good four in the pros. He doesn’t possess elite athleticism, but he can easily make up for that with an advanced offensive game. Monroe is more of a throwback player and could really flourish in the NBA playing alongside a defensive-minded center. He definitely needs to get tougher inside, but I’ve now got him as the fifth player on my board.

Gordon Hayward, Small Forward, Butler: I was high on Hayward before the NCAA Tournament got underway, but he’s continued to gain steam consistently since his breakout tourney run. I just think that players with his IQ and skill set are safe draft picks, and that’s what you’re looking for in the Top 10. I don’t think he’s going to be a star, but you need reliable role players that play hard night in and night out.

Luke Babbitt, Small Forward, Nevada: I must admit, I’m a little late to the Luke Babbitt party, but a lot of teams have been tardy on this one. Teams like the Jazz have reportedly been high on this kid all year, which speaks to their talent evaluation. I’m really starting to think that Babbitt can be much more than just a shooter in this league. He tested out better than expected athletically and he should be able to come in and contribute right away, even if off the bench.

Paul George, Small Forward/Shooting Guard, Fresno State: He continues to rise on my board as I hear more reports that he’s playing well in workouts. I’ve liked him as a late first-round pick all year, but I really think there’s a chance he goes in the lottery now. He’s a high-risk, high-reward player, but the upside is enough for me to consider the gamble between picks 10 and 14.

Dexter Pittman, Center, Texas: I doubt Pittman will go in the first round, but I love him as a second-round pick. Whichever team drafts him needs to set him up with a personal chef and conditioning coach immediately, though. If he can continue to drop weight, he could be a major steal.

Here’s a quick look at the Top 10 players on my draft board as of June 15th, listed in order.
John Wall
Evan Turner
Derrick Favors
Wesley Johnson
Greg Monroe
Gordon Hayward
DeMarcus Cousins
Luke Babbitt
Ed Davis
Paul George

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