The 2005 NBA Draft was filled with many up and coming rookies from college and high school. The #1 pick, Andrew Bougut a Center was expected to be selected right away and was by the Milwakee Bucks. At 20 years old, he is already being considered a standout talent. His presence and scoring ability will give the Bucks a big lift and help improve their overall record. "Marvelous" Marvin Williams was selected as the #2 pick by the Atlanta Hawks. After watching his dazzling performances last year as a freshman at UNC as well as him being a key factor in the Tarheels run to win the NCAA championship professional teams had to impressed. He's fun to watch, making his presence felt in the low post. Williams isn't a bad defender either.
Other draft picks that went in the top 20 of the first round were Deron Williams #3(Portland) Chris Paul #4 (New Orleans), Raymond Felton #5(Charlotte), Charlie Villanueva #7(Toronto),Sean May #13(Charlotte), and Rashad McCants #14(Minnesota). Three players from UNC's starting lineup were drafted. There were several former ACC players that got picked up in the first round. These notable rookies included John Gilchrist from Maryland, Jarret Jack(Georgia Tech), and Julius Hodge(N.C. State). There is a ton of raw talent that will take some time to christen into star quality players. The Cleveland Cavailers shot themselves in the foot by trading away their first draft pick. They should've got one the best rookies available. The young athletes chosen in the draft have the time to grow, learn, and develop in the NBA while enjoying the thrills it has to offer. There is no doubt, this year is filled with a cash crop of draft picks that have unlimited potential. We'll see who will make the biggest splash in the league for the 2005-06 season.
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Gilchrist was not drafted at all. Look at my NBA Draft Rant for more on that.
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