NBA Mock Draft 2013: Projecting The June 27 Lottery

Although March Madness will make or break the NCAA's finest, it's never to early to project where some of the big names of the tournament will be headed June 27^th.

Charlotte Bobcats
- Ben McLemore SG Kansas
Michael Jordan can't be happy to see his team still sitting here, but they could really use a player like McLemore who has tremendous upside.

Orlando magic
- Marcus Smart PG Oklahoma State
Perhaps the biggest riser up the board because of the star potential you glimpses of every game. The Magic need someone to get the fan base excited about, Smart fits.

Washington Wizards
- Nerlens Noel C/PF Kentucky
Washington needs more athleticism in the front court, Noel provides it assuming the Wizards are okay with waiting for his rehab. Everyone knows the rules to the draft, big men go early so it's not crazy to think he's in play for #1 even.

Sacramento Kings
- Shabazz Muhammad G/F UCLA
Even though they'll likely move to Seattle, Shabazz is a great piece to start rejuvenate a franchise. He's more of a hustle player than he is polished right now, but I'd put m money on him refining his game.

Cleveland Cavaliers
- Otto Porter SF Georgetown
He fits athletically first and foremost. With the backcourt set in Kyrie and Waiters, Cleveland can start looking to improving the wing. Cody Zeller might also be a good fit, but wasn't enough to persuade me.

New Orleans Hornets
- Anthony Bennet PF UNLV
Watch out for that young team in Cleveland led by PG Irving. Having just take Waiters last year, I'm not comfortable putting Oladipo here so I went with a need and a solid player in Bennet.

Phoenix Suns
- Victor Oladipo SG Indiana
Perhaps my favorite player in this draft, Oladipo will end up being a steal five years from now. I may not buy into the MJ comparisons as much as others, but the competitor in him makes him all worth it.

Detroit Pistons
-Trey Burke SG Michigan
I'm not comfortable putting Burke here when there's still a chance he won't declare, but if he does then Detroit might snatch up him to let him keep playing in Michigan.

Minnesota Timberwolves
- Alex Len C Maryland
I'm just as surprised it took this long for the big men to start going, but Minnesota's getting a good one. He's got the size and athleticism you want, and his technique is starting to show.

Philadelphia 76ers
- Cody Zeller C Indiana
Too many times this season we've seen Zeller get showed up by opponents centers, but his game may be better suited for the NBA with his skills in the post.

Oklahoma City Thunder
- Michael Carter-Williams
He Williams going to replace Harden? No. But at 6-5 he's got great vision and a fantastic assist ratio. Needs to improve his jump shot though.

Dallas Mavericks
- Alex Poythress SF Kentucky
He's a bit of a project, but he's going to test out of the building before the draft. The Mavs could use a player with his skill-set, they just need to be a little patient with him.

Charlotte Bobcats
- Mason Plumlee F Duke
The Bobcats get to double down in the lottery and they pick up exactly the type of guy they need. Fundamentally sound, can play the post, and is a willing and able defender.

Phoenix Suns
- Kelly Olynk C Gonzaga
Phoenix needs big me and luckily they'll nap one to go along with their SG.