Draft Day

The night got off too a bang with the 1st pick Derrick Rose going to the Bulls. The Bulls made the right decision because of the need they had at point. Plus D Rose can come in immediately and produce at a high level. Overall, the draft was a bit more entertaining than past years. There were much more transactions. Some teams improved there stock while others did not. The teams that improved increased marketability. Especially if O.J Mayo does turn out to be the next Kobe, expect Memphis Grizzles sales to substantially improve. Portland also improved there already rising team with some acquisitions. The West will continue to be exciting next year! Which brngs more sponsorships and endorsement opportunities to the league and its players.

2008 NBA Draft Derrick Rose, No. 1
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On a side note, top ranked High schooler Brandon Jennings may start a new trend by skipping college the freshman circus by going over seas to play. Some players do not want to attend college for the one year and I don't blame them. Why the restriction? You can be drafted straight from high school in baseball. I think the idea is great. You just have to ask yourself, will the athlete be better served going to college for a year or heading overseas. We are in an era where a middle to late first rounder can make more in Euros than the traditional dollar. Lets face it athletes want to be paid for their services, I read a report where the Big Ten made 177 million dollars last year. Shouldn't top athletes get a piece og the action?