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The Charlotte Bobcats select Robert Vaden, a G from UAB.
He’s billed as a shooter who’s also a terrific athlete. He started at Indiana before transferring to UAB, and majored in Philosophy. He’s also a leader on court and when he catches fire, can’t be turned off.
NOTE: This pick has been sold to OKC.
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The Suns’ Rare Moment at the Crossroads
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A little predraft commentary
14:52eaton_branden1 I hate Thabeet dude is charmin soft
14:53westbrook08 He is elton john at the playboy mansion soft.
15:16rsxnova are you guys ready
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