Chad Ford Projects Clark and Williams in the First Round

The NBA Draft Lottery was decided tonight and ESPN's Chad Ford has updated his mock draft accordingly. He projects Louisville's Earl Clark and Terrence Williams in the first round. He does not think Jodie Meeks would be a first round selection. Here is what he says about Clark and Williams:

Pick 14 - Earl Clark - Phoenix Suns

Position: SF
Height: 6-9
Weight: 200
Age: 21
School: Louisville

Analysis: Clark could be the second coming of Shawn Marion if he's willing to play hard every night. The versatile forward can play both the 3 and the 4, and he's amazing in transition, an excellent rebounder, an emerging shooter and capable of playing outstanding defense, even if he's not always inclined to do so.

Pick 21 - Terrence Williams - New Orleans Hornets

Position: SG
Height: 6-6
Weight: 220
Age: 21
School: Louisville

Analysis: Williams is the biggest enigma of the draft. He has lottery-pick size, athleticism and skills but was very inconsistent in putting it all together in four seasons at Louisville. At this point, he would be a risk worth taking and would fill a need for the Hornets in their backcourt.

Ford's Mock Draft