What A Lovely Draft

In case you missed the NBA Draft that took place on June 24th, let me fill you in. There is a new class of NBA Players, the rookie class of 2010-2011… and they are looking mighty fine. Below is my list of five up and coming NBA rookies who could be delightful to watch.



5. Xavier Henry

Born in Belgium, where his father played professional basketball, Xavier Henry is a sight for sore eyes. The caramel pretty boy out Kansas may be young, but the Memphis Grizzlies believe that he has what it takes to play against the big boys. The 12th pick in the 2010 draft, Henry averaged 13.4 points per game last season for the Jayhawks, and had a total of 157 rebounds, 53 assists, and 54 steals. He’s an all around good player and great looking man.


4. Evan Turner




Evan Turner is my definition of pretty boy. Out of Ohio State, he looks like he should’ve pledged Kappa Alpha Psi during his three years at Ohio, but of course he didn’t have the time… he was too busy playing basketball. The 21 year old guard was the second overall pick this year, and was drafted to the Philadelphia 76ers. What am I looking forward to? Allen Iverson (my childhood crush) and Turner on the court together. The rude boy and the pretty boy… I like the sound of that.




3. Paul George


This 20 year old guard out of Fresno State is milk chocolate at its finest. His most notable feature other than his height is his lips. LL Cool J better watch out, George will give him a run for his money. His only notable flaws are his weight (he’s a little on the linguine side) and unfortunately he has to play for the Indiana Pacers (I hate the Pacers… even without Reggie Miller). But with all that said he seems like a pretty good catch. Last season he averaged 16.8 points per game, 2.21 steals per game, and in his freshman season at Fresno State he was named to the All-WAC second team.


2. Damion James


Standing at six feet seven inches, this dark chocolate wonder was the 24th overall pick and was in a three team trade where he ended up with the horrific New Jersey Nets. Let’s hope his average of 18 points last season will lift the Nets to win at least 15 games. Not only does the state of New Jersey have a foul odor, but their team stinks. After winning 12 games last season, they should no longer look to move to New York, save your money and build a team. James is a good pick for them, but unfortunately he’s not Lebron. If they can get Lebron… maybe they can win 30 games. As for Damion, regardless of if they win or lose, he’s a nice treat… even if he does sit on the bench for his first year. But the way the Nets are looking… he has a good chance of getting in the game.

1. John Wall

The number one overall pick is also my number one overall pick for the finest in the 2010 draft.

He hails from the great state of North Carolina, and was drafted out of the University of Kentucky to the Washington Wizards. Wall averaged 16.6 points per game, has an amazing smile and a keen sense of style. He looks like your average guy playing basketball at your nearest neighborhood court, but it’s that real aspect about him that ensured him a spot on my list. His family looked so proud as his name was called, yet Wall seemed pretty calm and collected.Hint: He already knew he was at the top of his class. The Wizards will be looking much better this year, and hopefully Wall will help them win at least more than 30 games.




By Coco Elle