The pencil is sharpened, and it's grading time for the team scores off the NBA draft:
Atlanta Hawks - A team seeking chemistry can learn from the work ethic and leadership of guard Rumeal Robinson. Second-rounder Trevor Wilson is a decathlete for a run-and-jump team. Grade B.Boston Celtics - Dee Brown is appropriate for a running team, but can the aging front court keep up with the draft's quickest player? C plus.
Charlotte Hornets - The Hornets added to their strength with two-guard Kendall Gill and are hoping he can play point. Even for an expansion team, it's a risky move. Only a C.
Chicago Bulls - The deal for Dennis Hopson is better than any shooter the 22nd pick could have brought. Second-round Yugoslav Tony Kukoc is a first-round talent who may be impossible to sign. Bulls get a B.
Cleveland Cavaliers - The only pick, 6-11 Stefano Rusconi late in second round, isn't the Italian import that matters most for next year. Grade D.
Dallas Mavericks - The Mavs decided to get "Fat" for a serious run at NBA title by adding veterans Lafayette Lever and Rodney McCray and dropping out of draft except for late second-rounder Phil Henderson. The payoff could be big, though the price might bring lean years down the road for an aging team. Give Big D an A minus.
Denver Nuggets - Ticket sales are as important as points for this rebuilding team. Thus, exciting Chris Jackson and prospect Marcus Liberty make sense. B plus.
Detroit Pistons - Lance Blanks is the kind of aggressive defender-athlete the champions like, but first he's got to make the team. Only a C.
Golden State Warriors - The Warriors deserve high marks just for not gambling on Dwayne Schintzius, and picks Tyrone Hill, Les Jepsen and Kevin Pritchard should help. C plus.
Houston Rockets - The team needing a point guard stills needs one, though shooter Dave Jamerson and forward prospect Carl Herrera help. C plus.
Indiana Pacers - Back-to-back second-round picks Antonio Davis and Kenny Williams are defensive and offensive projects. C minus.
Los Angeles Clippers - Bo Kimble and Loy Vaught are two sound players and people and, most important, both want to play for the Clippers. Grade A.
Los Angeles Lakers - The gamble on Elden Campbell should not be compared to last year's gamble on Vlade Divac. Campbell is a greater risk with less payoff. Just a C.
Miami Heat - Excuse it, but the Heat is on. Scorer Willie Burton, big forward Alec Kessler and small guard Bimbo Coles are significant and appropriate additions for a expansion team with a plan and following it. Solid A.
Milwaukee Bucks - Terry Mills drew mixed reviews, and the Bucks are hoping they read the right ones in trying to find another Terry Cummings. B minus.
Minnesota Timberwolves - Felton Spencer's size and work ethic and the scoring potential of Gerald Glass made them good picks. B plus.
New Jersey Nets - Derrick Coleman was an obvious choice, while Tate George and Jud Buechler are the well-schooled types Coach Bill Fitch prefers. B.
New York Knicks - A little surprising that the Knicks, needing help soon, chose to draft for the future with Jerrod Mustaf. C plus.
Orlando Magic - Who else but Dennis Scott for the team that just tries to score as many as it give up? B as in bombs away.
Philadelphia 76ers - Tough-guy Brian Oliver and aptly named Derek Strong fit with the new Bullies of Broad Street. Worth a C.
Phoenix Suns - A healthy Jayson Williams could be a steal, Negele Knight is a good backup for Kevin Johnson and Cedric Ceballos isn't yet 21. B plus.
Portland Trail Blazers - The Blazers get a good prospect with a late pick for the second straight year. As with Cliff Robinson last season, Alaa Abdelnaby can help off the bench. Solid B.
Sacramento Kings - Two of the four first-round picks - forward Lionel Simmons and guard Travis Mays - will be regulars and the others - Duane Causwell and Anthony Bonner - have promise. A minus.
San Antonio Spurs - Coach Larry Brown generally doesn't like the unexpected but he better get used to it with Dwayne Schintzius and Sean Higgins coming aboard. Middle pick Tony Massenburg is a veritable rock by comparison. C at best.
Seattle Supersonics - The Sonics have gambled some in recent drafts but point guard Gary Payton was the most necessary pick for now. Grade A.
Utah Jazz - The trade for Jeff Malone, giving up only two support players and No. 23 pick, was the move of a legitimate contender. Skinny 7-footer Walter Palmer has promise if he isn't caught in a Mark Eaton-Karl Malone sandwich. Jazz played an A tune.
Washington Bullets - This organization finally recognized it required some serious rebuilding, so the trade for Pervis Ellison is an understandable, though risky, foundation. Second-rounders Greg Foster and A.J. English address needs. Only a C for the moment.