Random Thoughts.

Deron Williams has the ability to be just as good, if not better than Chris Paul. Hes bigger, and better defensively. As the accuracy of his jumpshot improves (and it will), he will become a more well-rounded scorer as well. Going out on a limb - Deron Williams will be the best PG in the league in 3 - 5 years.

LeBron is way overrated, and Carmelo Anthony is even more overrated. Dwayne Wade and Gilbert Arenas are the real pillars to build a franchise around. In fact, I dont think that LeBron or Anthony should be included on the Dream Team - neither of them have enough defensive skills to be considered well rounded.

Colangelo should forget about selecting Dream Team members by position. The USA should field a team of the most well-rounded, big, "team" players with strong defensive abilities, including the following: Dwayne Wade, Joe Johnson, Gilbert Arenas, Lamar Odom, Dwight Howard, Chauncey Billups, Deron Williams, Ron Artest, James Posey, Tyson Chandler, Jason Richardson and Elton Brand. And Pat Riley or Mike D'Antoni should be the Head Coach if we really want to win.

How is Charlie Villanueva ever going to be any better than a C+ version of Derrick Coleman?

Golden State would be far better if they simply cut Mike Dunleavy and Troy Murphy. Dunleavy might be the worst player in the league. He simply cant shoot; 3 pointers, mid-range jumpshots; wasnt he drafted as a sharp-shooting prospect? Monta Ellis and Mickael Pietrus are real talents.

Look for Andray Blatche to develop into a Lamar Odom like player. Going to take 2 - 4 years, but it will happen.

Its going to require a complete restructuring of the Cavaliers roster before they ever become a real contender.

The Clippers are poised to make a serious run in the West this year. Tim Thomas was an outstanding off-season addition, and Corey Maggette will continue the return to his pre-injury form.

No team with Andre Miller as the starting PG can be considered good. Had Nene Hilario ever done anything to warrant attention besides dropping his last name?