4. Sacramento Kings — Stephen Curry, G, Davidson
Depending on the NBA general manager, Curry is known as the brightest star in the sky, or the most likely to flame out. Curry has everything going against him during the draft process: his size, quickness, defense—even his scoring. Curry averaged more than 28 points per game as a junior. During his three years at Davidson, the 6-foot-3 shooter averaged 25.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.7 assists.
He's already being compared to Orlando Magic guard J.J. Redick. The former Duke standout was quickly squashed in his first league go-round. Redick entered the league as a dangerous shooter from anywhere on the floor. Redick quickly found out that getting separation in the NBA is a bit more difficult.
That's the chance Sacramento must be willing to make. If Curry expands his game (and his skinny frame), he should be a solid point scorer. The city of Sacramento were the biggest losers on lottery night. If Blake Griffin wound up in the Maloof Bros. hands, those two love birds would still be dancing in the streets.
The Kings need to take a chance here. When your best player is Kevin Martin, dices need to be rolled.
Curry could put butts in the seats again in Sacramento, for the time being. If Curry can light up the league the way he did the college basketball world over the past two seasons, the Kings would be wise in selecting the scoring machine.
The continued improvement of center Spencer Hawes and forward Jason Thompson, along with Martin, are critical for Sacramento. The addition of Curry would make the Kings look potentially scary.
I'm trying to be nice.
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Curry has a very quick shot and I believe that he will flourish in the NBA. I am sure that his pops will guide and mentor him.
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