2011 NBA Draft: Picks 11-15 plus fantasy implications
11. Golden State Warriors: Klay Thompson, SG, Washington State
Analysis: In fantasy terms, this draft pick could go one of two ways. If shooting guard Monta Ellis remains with the team, Thompson is, at best, a reserve who will come off the bench as an offensive spark. The versatile shooting guard will not hold any fantasy value if that happens, but if Ellis is dealt, he becomes a huge player in fantasy leagues. He would enter a starting role in a free-for-all Golden State offense alongside Stephen Curry. Keep your eye on this one, because Thompson has the range to be a valuable fantasy asset if the minutes are there.
Depth Chart: Monta Ellis, Klay Thompson, Reggie Williams
Projected Stats: 7.0 ppg, 3.0 apg, 3.5 rpg, 1.0 3pg
12. Utah Jazz: Alec Burks, SG, Colorado
Analysis: The Jazz would have liked Brandon Knight to have fallen to them, but instead they go with the best player available and the biggest need for the team. Burks enters the best situation for himself fantasy-wise in Utah, where he will compete with Raja Bell and Gordon Hayward for playing time. He could very easily wind up with a starting gig before long, which would make him a viable fantasy asset. Burks still has plenty of fine-tuning to do, but the numbers could be there for the 6-foot, 6-inch scorer.
Depth Chart: Alec Burks, Gordon Hayward, Raja Bell
Projected Stats: 10.0 ppg, 3.5 rpg, 1.0 3pg, 43.0 FG%
13. Phoenix Suns: Markieff Morris, PF, Kansas
Analysis:
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