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» Phil Partington - Mock Draft

You'll have to forgive me, Mark. I've been away for the last month, so I haven't heard the latest on most NBA news, let alone anything about Yi's contract. Frankly, I don't think it'll be a huge issue, or at least no more of an issue than with any player who comes from China. The real issue with Yi is how old is he? They still aren't certain.

Law isn't big enough? He's Chauncey Billups size...maybe a little thinner. I know I put him higher than he should go, but there are so few point guards and it's hard to imagine the Hawks passing on a point with one of their top two picks. I can only imagine they'll try to work out a trade or something, but those are nearly impossible to predict without hearing further rumor. So, for now, I'll assume they're keeping the pick. I love Conley, but three is too high to pick him in my opinion. Still, it might be wiser than taking Law at 11, so that's all still up in the air for me. Crittenton might get a look, but he's not as polished as Law and he's more of a scorer, too.

I like Splitter's intensity and mobility, but he's no Pau Gasol. He's more of a shotblocking, defensive guy and not very offensive minded at all. Conversely, Gasol's weakness is sometimes at the defensive end.