The Sixer Sense
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NBA Draft 2014: Mock Draft 2.0

By Spencer Layman

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Mar 21, 2014; Raleigh, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jabari Parker (1) saves a ball from going out of bounds against Mercer Bears forward Jakob Gollon (20) in the first half of a men

1. Cleveland Cavaliers

Joel Embiid, Center/Kansas University

The Cavs seems to be blowing some smoke to other teams about Embiid’s back. I personally think it’s all a bunch of hubbub and think his back will check out to be fine from other team doctors. Cavs need a center to pair Kyrie Irving up and Anderson Varejo is on the decline. Embiid could be just enough to keep Kyrie in Cleveland a little longer. Kyrie/Embiid pick and rolls could be a deadly combination for years to come.

2. Milwaukee Bucks

Jabari Parker, Forward/Duke University

It seems like from different reports, the new ownership for the Bucks don’t want to take on the project of say an Andrew Wiggins or Dante Exum. Jabari Parker has a very diverse offensive game and will be surrounded by good defenders in John Henson and Larry Sanders. The Bucks were 3rd last in the NBA in points scored per game, Jabari can help with that.

3. Philadelphia 76ers

Andrew Wiggins, Guard/Kansas University

This would be a dream come true for the Sixers organization and all 28 Sixers fans. Andrew Wiggins has been the dream all season long and we may finally see that dream come true. The trio of Michael Carter-Williams, Andrew Wiggins and Nerlens Noel give a defensive presence and a bright future.

4. Orlando Magic

Marcus Smart, Guard/Oklahoma State University

This where the fun begins. A lot of people think the Magic are sure-fire to take Dante Exum from Australia. The Magic were planning on taking Smart last year if he would have declared for the draft. The thing with Smart is that many GMs see him as a point or a shooting guard. This gives the Magic some positional versatility with him and Victor Oladipo. Smart and Oladipo would be a ferocious backcourt for years to come.

5. Utah Jazz

Aaron Gordon, Forward/Arizona University

Gordon has been compared to an Andrei Kirilenko/Shawn Marion type player. With Favors playing more at the center position last year and Gordon Hayward at the Wing, this will give Gordon a chance to play as a (hopeful) stretch 4. Gordon will be a defensive impact from the moment he steps onto court and could be something special down the road.