2008 Draft Articles
TDR is back to pull the covers off another round of sleepers to watch out for this season. These 11 athletes may have what it takes to receive serious consideration for the 2008 NBA Draft, NBDL, or play overseas.
The criteria necessary to qualify for this list: (1) Must be from a Division II, III or
NAIA school. (2) Must be a senior. No underclassmen are listed.
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- Written by Matthew Maurer
Two years ago Alabama University point guard
Ron Steele erupted on the national scene and quickly became one of college basketball’s best floor generals. He was considered a surefire first round pick for the 2006 NBA Draft, but delayed the pros to return to school for his junior year. Back then, NBA scouts pegged Steele as the top returning point guard in the nation because of his leadership and clutch play, but unfortunately, his recent medical redshirt points to a future that isn't as bright as originally forecasted.
Steele suffered from ankle sprains last season and is currently recovering from arthroscopic surgeries to repair tendonitis in both of his knees. These ailments severely slowed Steele’s play, robbed him of quickness and energy, and affected his confidence and development. I hope he’s able to return to the game with guns blazing, but it’s not realistic, especially since history begs to differ. If you don’t agree with me, there are probably some key factors you haven’t considered.
Ron Steele erupted on the national scene and quickly became one of college basketball’s best floor generals. He was considered a surefire first round pick for the 2006 NBA Draft, but delayed the pros to return to school for his junior year. Back then, NBA scouts pegged Steele as the top returning point guard in the nation because of his leadership and clutch play, but unfortunately, his recent medical redshirt points to a future that isn't as bright as originally forecasted.Steele suffered from ankle sprains last season and is currently recovering from arthroscopic surgeries to repair tendonitis in both of his knees. These ailments severely slowed Steele’s play, robbed him of quickness and energy, and affected his confidence and development. I hope he’s able to return to the game with guns blazing, but it’s not realistic, especially since history begs to differ. If you don’t agree with me, there are probably some key factors you haven’t considered.
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- Written by Matthew Maurer
There may be a scheme to circumvent the NBA age rule and no one is really turning heads over it. John Riek, the 7-2 center from Sudan, enrolled at Our Savior New American High School in late 2006 as a sophomore. This past spring, he exploded on the scene at the Lebron James Skills Academy and dominated at the Nike Hoop Jamboree. This resulted in an influx of scholarship offers from UCONN, Duke, Florida and Georgetown. Now all of a sudden Riek claims he isn’t really a high school sophomore, but a 19 year-old post graduate, NBA draft eligible player. How can this be?
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- Written by Matthew Maurer