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NBA Mock Draft & Predictions

The 2011 NBA Draft is not predicted to be one of the strongest, but also not the weakest. Headlined by Kyrie Irving and Derrick Williams, the draft takes place Thursday, June 23rd.

Trades happen every year, whether it be for draft picks, players, or even money. This year will be no different. Some teams in the trade market include: 

• Philadelphia 76er's
• Golden State Warriors
• Orlando Magic
• Minnesota Timberwolves
• Los Angeles Lakers
• Phoenix Suns

Philadelphia is trying to find a new home for Andre Iguodala, Warriors are thinking of moving Monta Ellis, Orlando might be losing Dwight Howard, Timberwolves have power with the second pick, the Suns are trying to get younger, and the Lakers are looking to rebuild with a new Point Guard or Center.

2011 NBA First Round Mock Draft (without trades.)

1. Cleveland Cavaliers - Kyrie Irving G Duke
2. Minnesota Timberwolves - Derrick Williams F Arizona
3. Utah Jazz - Brandon Knight G Kentucky
4. Cleveland Cavaliers - Enes Kanter C Kentucky
5. Toronto Raptors - Jonas Valanciunas C International
6. Washington Wizards - Jan Vesely F International
7. Sacramento Kings - Kemba Walker G Connecticut 
8. Detroit Pistons - Kawhi Leonard F San Diego State
9. Charlotte Bobcats - Marcus Morris F Kansas
10. Milwaukee Bucks - Klay Thompson G Washington State
11. Golden State Warriors - Tristan Thompson F Texas
12. Utah Jazz - Alec Burks G Colorado
13. Phoenix Suns - Jimmer Fredette G BYU
14. Houston Rockets - Bismack Biyombo C International
15. Indiana Pacers - Donatas Motiejunas C International
16. Philadelphia 76er's - Chris Singleton F Florida State
17. New York Knicks - Kenneth Faried F Morehead State
18. Washington Wizards - Markieff Morris F Kansas
19. Charlotte Bobcats - Tobias Harris F Tennessee
20. Minnesota Timberwolves - Marshon Brooks G Providence 
21. Portland Trail Blazers - Jordan Hamilton F Texas
22. Denver Nuggets - Tyler Honeycutt G UCLA
23. Houston Rockets - Nikola Vucevic C USC
24. Oklahoma City Thunder - Iman Shumpert F Georgia Tech
25. Boston Celtics - Jeremy Tyler C USA
26. Dallas Mavericks - Josh Selby G Kansas
27. New Jersey Nets - Justin Harper F Richmond
28. Chicago Bulls - Kyle Singler F Duke
29. San Antonio Spurs - Davis Bertans F International
30. Chicago Bulls - Nolan Smith G Duke

Trade Rumors

• Minnesota is not sure on their second pick. They are discussing between Derrick Williams and Enes Kanter. They are also in trade talks with Phoenix, Houston, Charlotte, and even the Los Angeles Lakers.
•  San Antonio are looking to trade up to get a big man, more importantly, an International big man. Jonas Valanciunas is the guy they are targeting at the moment.
• Washington is in need of a down low scoring threat. They are sitting at the number six spot in the draft. Look for them to try and trade up to four to get Enes Kanter if Minnesota doesn't draft him.
• Celtics owner Danny Ainge says every player on Boston's roster is available for trade talks.
• Minnesota, New York, Portland, and Orlando are some of the teams pursuing Steve Nash.

 Big Names That Could Be Moved.

• Dwight Howard - Los Angeles is the top team on the list trying to get him. The proposed trade would be Lamar Odom and Andrew Bynum for Dwight Howard.
• Steve Nash - Phoenix might be willing to trade Nash to Minnesota for the second pick.
• Chris Paul / Deron Williams - The Lakers need a new point guard, and one of these two would be a great addition. 

Expect the unexpected at this years NBA Draft.