June 23rd, 2011 
Russ Loede 
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UK Point Guard Fell #8 To Detroit
5. Toronto Raptors: Jonas Valanciunas, C, Lithuania
My take: Surprised Toronto did not go Biyombo or point guard with either Knight or Kemba Walker. No doubt, this team is definitely rebuilding, so they can wait a year for Valanciunas to arrive in the Association.
6. Washington Wizards: Jan Vesely, Czech Republic
My take: Excellent fit next to JaVale McGee playing alongside John Wall feeding him the rock. He is an above the rim athlete with tons of promise.
7. Charlotte Bobcats (via Sacramento): Bismack Biyombo, C, Congo
An impressive defender with a build like a physical specimen. Can block shots, recorded the first-ever triple-double at the Nike Hoops Summit. Back, knee, and buyout issues abound.
8. Detroit Pistons: Brandon Knight, PG, Kentucky
Solid pick by the Pistons, who have been looking for a point guard ever since Chauncey Billups departed. Is not a pure floor general, but has the smarts to develop into one. Sidenote: during interview, looked extremely disappointed to be drafted this late.
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