SQUEEZE the ORANGE NBA Draft Breakdown 2012.....Utility, Custodial, Jack-of-all-Trades.....the SMALL FORWARD....the Top in the 2012 NBA Draft

In Today's Logo this may be the most glorified position. The Small Forward where King James, Melo, and Kevin Durant pretty much call home.  This is by far where the most Talent is in the 2012 NBA Draft. Players like MKG, Harrison, T-Jones, and Jones III to name a few.

The Top Custodians aka Jack-of-all-Trades in the 2012 NBA Draft:
Note: All Prospects in order of Rank

1. Michael Kidd-Gilchrist KENTUCKY: The most NBA Ready on the Defensive End I have seen a from a Big Time Prospect in years. His Length, Quickness, Tenacity, Smarts, and Anticipation all play a part in his Dynamic game. Yes he could be the #2 Overall to go it just depends who is picking in that slot. His Offensive Arsenal needs some work but I told you first he will be a 14 and 7 guy his Rookie season. Write it Down..Take a picture....he is that Good. Reminds me of right-handed Spiderman Stacey Augmon except bigger.

2. Harrison Barnes UNC: Probably the 1st Custodian takin' last season. He is silky smooth almost to a fault as many pick his game as being non-assertive at times. Mind you this he will get Buckets in the Logo because he already understands Gears which is important in the Logo as long as your playing hard. He will be a surefire Top 7 Pick and who ever gets him he is Pro.....a Pros Pro. Reminds me of the late Johnnies Star Malik Sealy except bigger.

3.  Terrance Jones KENTUCKY: He has Custodian Skill Set with a Power Forward Body. He can Blow by the Big Forwards and has a nice Stroke from deep. Excellent Hands and can finish around the rim with the best of them. He is a Lefty and that is part of his deceptiveness. Also his length gets hims a lot of Shot Blocks. Reminds me of a taller but more athletically skilled Anthony Mason of Tennessee State and the Knicks.

4. Moe Harkless St. JOHN'S: A little bit thin but highly-athletic and attacks the Cup relentlessly. Can do a lot...he shoots the three, really good handle, can finish in traffic, and rebounds and blocks shots well for his size and make-up. Had some big Nights in the Big East vs Top Comp. Reminds me of a better more NBA ready Darius Miles formerly of the Clips and Blazers.

5. Royce White MINNESOTA: His Stock is soaring and his ability at his size to handle is the makings of a point Forward at times. Excellent Back to the basket Game and really good footwork. A prototype as he takes Big off the bounce and posts up smaller players. Reminds me of Former Demon Deacon and Durham Hillside HS Rodney Rodgers aka Hot Rod from the Right Side...that kind of ability.

6. Jeffrey Taylor VANDERBILT: Ideal size for an NBA Custodian. He attacks the basket, Finishes at the Cup, and he is a Killer in Transition. he and john Jenkins former a nice 1-2 punch in the Sec and they were the only ones to beat UK in the SEC and and 1 of 2 teams all year. Reminds me of UNC's Jerry Stackhouse at the 3 instead of the 2.

7. Darius Miller KENTUCKY: Can play the 2G and SF and can defend either position as he is deceptively quick, versatile, and an underrated athlete to boot. He can post up smaller guards and he takes bigger forwards off the bounce. The guy jut plays within himself and has Mid Range and a Money Ball. Reminds me a little of Mitch Richmond of East Bay Fame..Run TMC and Manhattan, KS K-State from the Small Forward.
 
8. Draymond Green MICHIGAN STATE: The Lawnmower Man the BLUEDUDE called him in IZZONE. His game evolved as he was a hustling PF with only PF Skill Set. As the Years went on he developed into one of the Finest Forwards in the College Game. An excellent leader, nice IQ, and he can impact the game from hustle to defending your best scorer in the front court. If you asked Coach Izzo he would tell you one of his All-Time Favorites to coach Green was. Reminds me of a smaller former Alabama All-American and Supersonic and Pacer Derrick McKey.

9.  Quincy Miller BAYLOR: He hurts himself by coming out when he clearly isn't ready physically or mentally. he can shoot the three and handle from the perimeter. He plays smaller than his frame so why enter the draft. You hate to hammer a kid but reminds me of former T'Wolve HS Lottery Pick who signed with Arizona and never went...Ndubi Ebi out of Houston, TX Westbury Christian and he was a Big Mac.  Look him up and he is a perfect example I would tell all these Big Mac's and Jordan Brand All-Stars why not to come out early. NBA...the BLUEDUDE is waiting for his 2nd rip in the Logo.

10. Jae Crowder MARQUETTE: He is a play-alike of Bulls 2011 1st rounder Jimmy Butler. A little bit bigger Crowder is than Butler. Plays bigger than what he is. The reigning Big East Player of the year for the 2011-12 Season. This kid is a former JUCO All-American who is an excellent defender, high Basketball IQ, and his Physical nature helps him battle bigger players and on the Glass.

The Best of the Rest......

Kris Joseph 'CUSE
Robbie Hummel PURDUE
Quincy Acy BAYLOR
Chace Stanback UNLV
Bradford Burgess VCU
Alex Young IUPUI

There are some Gems in this Custodian Group. MKG, Harrison, T-Jones, and Harkless will battle it out for Lottery Status as MKG and Harrison go Top 10 Lottery.

My Sleepers are Royce White, Jae Crowder, Darius Miller, and Jeffrey Taylor

The 1st Custodian off the Board in 2012....MKG of UK...a Surefire Top 3