Tuesday, April 06, 2004
High School -> NBA?
Next year's final four may very well be decided next month.A slew of talented high school seniors (as many as 10-12, by some estimates) will soon decide whether or not to skip college altogether. Those that do will seriously undermine championship prospects.
For example, North Carolina recruit and McDonald's All-American J.R. Smith is considering a jump to the NBA -- if an agent guarantees him a first-round spot. News and analysis at the "Hells, Sox & Steelers" Blog. The quick and dirty: If Smith matriculates, UNC is as good a bet as any for the Final Four. If he doesn't, the Heels short bench will make Roy Williams' club vulnerable in March.
