As discussed here: http://wtfdetroit.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12592

We'll try and get enough people to take two teams each.


If you want to participate, before 4 pm EST Wednesday (tomorrow), post the 5 teams that you'd most like to be the GM for in the draft (in priority order).

We'll compile everyone's requests, and we'll see where we are after that. If more than one person requests a team (example: The Pistons) the person with the highest post count gets priority. That's the simplest and most fair way that I could come up with, and it rewards those that contribute the most here at WTF (in terms of quantity, at least, lol).

I'll take the final two teams that nobody else wants.

You can give me any 2 also.

Well, this is getting a little overshadowed now, isn't it?

It doesn't matter to me either. I would reccomend that whatever teams people take that they try to grab a lotto team and a playoff team so the picks are somewhat apart and you won't have any bias affecting your decisions.

I guess I'll just start it off. I'll take Utah and the Clippers.

I want Cleveland and Sacramento

List 5 teams if you could, in case we have to give more than 2 to each participant.

Hopefully we can get it down to 2 each, though.

I can't think of 5, the only other two teams I truly love are the Cavs (based on pure hate) and Sacramento (since Reef is my fav. player of all time)...

Five teams?
It doesn't really matter to me.
You can give me teams that are each 6 picks apart, if you'd like.

Start picking teams already. Everyone keeps saying it doesn't matter.

I think everyone interested should pick 2 teams. We'll list them in one post. Then we can pick more as needed.

I'll start the list:

WTFchris
Clippers
Jazz

Wil Ledezma
Cavs
Kings

You sure Zekyl isn't going to get pissed that he doesn't have the Cavs?

We may just have a lack of interest situation here.

Hermy, lospistones and I will take 6 others, but that only means 10 teams are taken.

Hermy, lospistones and I will take 6 others, but that only means 10 teams are taken.

I lol'ed.

I lol'ed.

I must be missing something, why?

I don't know, I just think that's funny.

andalsokindofsad

I'll take the Sonics and the Spurs.

fuck i was gonna take sonics wtvr

ummm ill take chicago and milwaukee

fuck i was gonna take sonics wtvr

ummm ill take chicago and milwaukee

I will take MIL if you would actually like the Sonics.

It might be easiest if you quote the list of teams taken and add yours in.

Like this...

I'm adding Hermy and Cross:


WTFchris
Clippers
Jazz

Wil Ledezma
Cavs
Kings

Hermy
Spurs
Bucks

Cross
Bulls
Sonics

If Zek wants the Cavs, I'll give it up, but only to him since he's a native...

Another view, showing all taken and available teams:

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets
New York Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Miami Heat
Orlando Magic
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves
Portland Trail Blazers
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

NO PREFERENCE: lospistones, Glenn

add me to the no preference list please

I'll take Orlando and Minnesota.

UPDATED

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets
New York Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Miami Heat
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

NO PREFERENCE: lospistones, Glenn, Wizzle

Looks like we need 7 more people.

Nobody wants the Pistons? lol

Are there any teams that don't have any picks this year?

I know that DBTM loves the Warriors, but I don't know if he'd be around or not...

Are there any teams that don't have any picks this year?


Hawks, i think they're pick goes to the Suns (Joe Johnson), and I think Dallas's pick goes to New Jersey (Kidd), and Lakers pick goes to the Grizzlies (Pau)

Do you guys think we should do both round 1 and 2?

Do you guys think we should do both round 1 and 2?



Well, I'm not familiar with many of those Euros teams like to stash away in Rd. 2...

but I'll try

Yes to rounds 1 and 2. I like your format better also Glenn. Here is the draft order:



1. Chicago
2. Miami
3. Minnesota
4. Seattle
5. Memphis
6. New York
7. LA Clippers
8. Milwaukee
9. Charlotte
10. New Jersey
11. Indiana
12. Sacramento
13. Portland
14. Golden State
15. Atlanta (To Phoenix)
16. Philadelphia
17. Toronto
18. Washington
19. Cleveland
20. Denver
21. Dallas (To New Jersey)
22. Orlando
23. Utah
24. Phoenix (To Seattle)
25. Houston
26. San Antonio
27. New Orleans
28. LA Lakers (To Memphis)
29. Detroit
30. Boston

31. Miami (To Minnesota via Boston)
32. Seattle
33. Memphis (To Portland)
34. Minnesota*
35. LA Clippers
36. New York (To Portland)
37. Milwaukee
38. Charlotte
39. Chicago
40. New Jersey
41. Indiana
42. Atlanta (To Sacramento)
43. Sacramento
44. Philadelphia (To Utah)
45. Toronto (To San Antonio)
46. Portland (To Seattle via Boston)
47. Washington
48. Cleveland (To Phoenix)
49. Golden State
50. Denver (To Seattle)
51. Dallas
52. Orlando (To Miami)
53. Utah
54. Houston
55. Phoenix (To Portland via Indiana)
56. New Orleans (To Seattle via Houston)
57. San Antonio
58. LA Lakers
59. Detroit
60. Boston

* Pick may be conveyed to Detroit.

Minny's keeping that pick (again). They already informed the Pistons.

So Portland has 5 picks, 4 in the second round?

They'll need to move some of those, I would think.

Minny's keeping that pick (again). They already informed the Pistons.

Yeah, I'm keeping it!

So Portland has 5 picks, 4 in the second round?

They'll need to move some of those, I would think.

Their second is going to Seattle.

4 picks, 3 in 2nd round. But I agree, they'll probably move some. I'd try and package them to move up to NY's spot. NY has no 2nd round picks and they need a lot more talent there (and to weed out the bad apples).

I would like to do both rounds and I'll gladly take the Pistons. I figured a more established WTF poster would rather take it, but...

Ill take Pistons and Pacers


UPDATED

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets
New York Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats
Miami Heat
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

NO PREFERENCE: lospistones, Glenn, Wizzle

I sure hope we don't need too detailed knowledge about the draft ;)

Somebody want the Atlantic Division?

jk

Just to get something down, I'll take the Knicks and Bobcats.

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets
New York Knicks GLENN
Philadelphia 76ers
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats GLENN
Miami Heat
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies
New Orleans Hornets
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

NO PREFERENCE: lospistones, Wizzle

What are the responsibilities?

Doing a mock draft. Maybe writing a few sentances why you selected the player.

What are the responsibilities?


Fly to that city for a week, interview a couple of team moles, write an essay for hoops hype, attend the draft day party in Clevland.

What's the per diem?

thanks hermy

I'll take the Grizz and the Sixers.

updated

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets
New York Knicks GLENN
Philadelphia 76ers DEFROCKED
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks
Charlotte Bobcats GLENN
Miami Heat
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies DEFROCKED
New Orleans Hornets
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

NO PREFERENCE: lospistones, Wizzle

Need 5 more people, if we don't have them by Monday, those that are signed up can take a 3rd team.

Why did you pass up on your Nuggets Glenn?

I'll take the Hawks and the Mavericks. I think I can fit it into my day to make one pick.

I'll take the Suns and Trailblazers, now that I think of it.

updated

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets
New York Knicks GLENN
Philadelphia 76ers DEFROCKED
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks OOBIR
Charlotte Bobcats GLENN
Miami Heat
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks OOBIR
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies DEFROCKED
New Orleans Hornets
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers LOSPISTONES
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns LOSPISTONES
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

NO PREFERENCE: Wizzle

So we need 4 more people then (or 8 people to take a 3rd team). I'll take the Nets if it gets to that.

I'll also take Golden State if necessary.

I know DBTM is going to want Golden State, he just hasn't posted in awhile....I'll facebook message him...

I don't know who that is, but fine, I'll take Miami if a third team is necessary.

ill take my GSW

I'll take the Nets if we need people to take a third team.

I'll take the Nets if we need people to take a third team.

Beat you to it.

I guess I'll go with Hornets and Heat

updated

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets WTFCHRIS
New York Knicks GLENN
Philadelphia 76ers DEFROCKED
Toronto Raptors

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks OOBIR
Charlotte Bobcats GLENN
Miami Heat WIZZLE
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks OOBIR
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies DEFROCKED
New Orleans Hornets WIZZLE
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers LOSPISTONES
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors DBTM
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers
Phoenix Suns LOSPISTONES
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

Still available:
Boston Celtics
Toronto Raptors
Washington Wizards
Houston Rockets
Denver Nuggets
Los Angeles Lakers

I'll take the Lakers, too

I'll take the Wizards.

I'll take the Raptors as my third team.

I'll take the Nuggets as my third.

updated

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics
New Jersey Nets WTFCHRIS
New York Knicks GLENN
Philadelphia 76ers DEFROCKED
Toronto Raptors LOSPISTONES

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks OOBIR
Charlotte Bobcats GLENN
Miami Heat WIZZLE
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards SHAGS

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks OOBIR
Houston Rockets
Memphis Grizzlies DEFROCKED
New Orleans Hornets WIZZLE
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets DEFROCKED
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers LOSPISTONES
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors DBTM
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers GLENN
Phoenix Suns LOSPISTONES
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

Not to get ahead of things, but we're doing who we would select if we were in charge, not who we predict they'll take, correct?

Right. You assume the GM role and run the draft the way you see fit (hopefully in a good way).

Somebody take the effing Rockets/Celtics and let's start this.

I'll take on either as a 4th team if nobody bites.

I'll take Houston as a 3rd.

When does this thing start?

I guess as soon as we can. This is Glenn's pet so he can decide. I would say there is no reason to wait since we have the combine results already.

Shags or DTBM need to take Boston. I'll PM them.

we're doing both rounds correct? nobody followed up on that...

yes indeed. If you don't know much about the 2nd round players just base your picks of how they are rated by scouts.

I'm terrible at breaking down a particular team. I'm only good for light input. I'll just be that guy leaving comments for everyone. I just don't follow other teams enough.

I'm terrible at breaking down a particular team. I'm only good for light input. I'll just be that guy leaving comments for everyone. I just don't follow other teams enough.

Can you at least take Boston? It's the only team left.

So, how do you guys want to do this?

I got nothing.

Okay, here are some ideas, you guys can take them and improve them or propose something else all together.

--Sub forum, just like last year, only each team gets a thread (started by the assigned GM).

--In your thread, you lay out the current roster, your assessment of team needs, etc.

--Others can post advice or their own thoughts, but it's up to you what you do with that info.

--When you are on the clock, you post your pick in your thread, in bold, red text.


Questions:

--We're not going to try and do this live, I assume, logistical nightmare and we won't get everyone online at the same time. So, how long do we give each team that is "on the clock"? What do we do if the assigned GM doesn't show for a day or two?

The draft is on 6/26, which is in 2 weeks, so that is the window that we have to work with.

I can do Boston if its the only team left. We just played them so I actually know their roster and needs a bit.

updated

Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics ZEKYL
New Jersey Nets WTFCHRIS
New York Knicks GLENN
Philadelphia 76ers DEFROCKED
Toronto Raptors LOSPISTONES

Central Division
Chicago Bulls CROSS
Cleveland Cavaliers LEDEZMA
Detroit Pistons LAXATION
Indiana Pacers LAXATION
Milwaukee Bucks HERMY

Southeast Division
Atlanta Hawks OOBIR
Charlotte Bobcats GLENN
Miami Heat WIZZLE
Orlando Magic JTURBO
Washington Wizards SHAGS

Southwest Division
Dallas Mavericks OOBIR
Houston Rockets HERMY
Memphis Grizzlies DEFROCKED
New Orleans Hornets WIZZLE
San Antonio Spurs HERMY

Northwest Division
Denver Nuggets DEFROCKED
Minnesota Timberwolves JTURBO
Portland Trail Blazers LOSPISTONES
Seattle/OKC SuperSonics CROSS
Utah Jazz WTFCHRIS

Pacific Division
Golden State Warriors DBTM
Los Angeles Clippers WTFCHRIS
Los Angeles Lakers GLENN
Phoenix Suns LOSPISTONES
Sacramento Kings LEDEZMA

Okay, here are some ideas, you guys can take them and improve them or propose something else all together.

--Sub forum, just like last year, only each team gets a thread (started by the assigned GM).

--In your thread, you lay out the current roster, your assessment of team needs, etc.

--Others can post advice or their won thoughts, but it's up to you what you do with that info.

--When you are on the clock, you post your pick in your thread, in bold, red text.


Questions:

--We're not going to try and do this live, I assume, logistical nightmare and we won't get everyone online at the same time. So, how long do we give each team that is "on the clock"? What do we do if the assigned GM doesn't show for a day or two?

The draft is on 6/26, which is in 2 weeks, so that is the window that we have to work with.
This looks good. I think it's best to get started on threads/needs ASAP. Each GM will be responsible for starting their own thread. With 2 weeks left we'll have to be pretty quick on drafting. That's 10 business days, so we need 6 teams to draft a day to get 2 rounds in. I think we should just post a schedule of teams for that day (and divide the day up into hours). If you haven't picked when your time is up, we'll have to do some sort of auto pick. I don't want to skip teams because the mock will suck then. we'll have to go by Ford's rankings or something.

I am on all day (from 8-4 Moutain time), Glenn is on a lot during the day too. If your time falls when you cannot be on here to make a pick, PM us both your list of top 5 to draft and we'll pick the highest one when you are on the clock. Also, if 6 teams have picked and you are next go ahead and post your pick (don't wait for the next day). Same goes for not having to wait for your time slot if you are on the clock.

Glenn, can you make the forum? I'll post the schedule after that (if that is cool with you).

Glenn, can you make the forum? I'll post the schedule after that (if that is cool with you).

http://wtfdetroit.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=86

Do as you wish, I'm spent.

Has anyone done anything similar to this (format) on other sites?

I just saw something similar to this on that god awful Sports Inferno site.

It looks like a disaster, but a lot of that could be because not all of the teams got assigned and they are allowing trades (not only picks, but players).

Could there be any potential in allowing trades? (either before, during and/or after the draft?)

Yep, the rare Texas Hat Trick of posting.

If anyone wants to join late (before we start) I'm sure that some of us would give up our 3rd teams, including me.

Just ask.

I just saw something similar to this on that god awful Sports Inferno site.

It looks like a disaster, but a lot of that could be because not all of the teams got assigned and they are allowing trades (not only picks, but players).

Could there be any potential in allowing trades? (either before, during and/or after the draft?)
We did it on TOS for the NFL draft. It worked OK, but there was some difficulty on people showing up to make picks. People frequent this site a lot more than the NFL site on there though.

I say trades are allowed, but must be completed, announced and pick must still be made within the time slot for that pick. Since we have no value chart, please be realistic or it will be vetoed somehow. Just don't get out of control on them and I think we'll be ok. Since both GM's would have to sign off on it they shouldn't be lopsided badly.

Plus we can have polls grading each team/GM at the end too. Maybe even some bonus alpacas for the best grades. Either we'll do a site poll or maybe elect someone to grade all the picks.

I'm honestly surprised you guys didn't MAKE me do Cleveland.

I'm honestly surprised you guys didn't MAKE me do Cleveland.

They don't want to go to Hell.

They weren't just trading picks, they are trading current roster players, using the trade machine at ESPN.com

I just saw something similar to this on that god awful Sports Inferno site.



There site's format is by far the most unorganized "thing" I've ever seen...