He was only drafted #17 but people already think his talent--and the Nets' need for an athletic, shot-blocking big man--could mean a lot of minutes for Sean Williams next season. Both the NBA's Rookie Report and Hoopsvibe's Rookie Rankings put Williams as among the top rookies next season. There are caveats, of course: his off-court problems and Lawrence Frank's reluctance to play rookies early in the season.
- Rookie Rankings -- Projecting the Class of 2007-08 - John Schuhmann - NBA.com
- Lance's NBA Rookie Rankings - Lance Walton - Hoopsvibe