Some wonder how much the tale of the tape in Orlando this week — specifically with regard to how tall Beasley is "officially" measured — will impact the Bulls' thinking.

Beasley was listed at 6-foot-10 on both the official Kansas State roster and multiple media sources. But some scouts believe he could stand closer to 6-7 plus than 6-10. I've listed him at 6-9 but wouldn't be surprised if he measures at 6-8 (without shoes) this week.

The bottom line, though, is — regardless of how tall he really is — he's going to be a very productive scorer and rebounder in the NBA for a long time to come, barring the unforeseen.

Most of the coaches in the Pac-10 that I've broached the subject with (off the record) believe Mayo is a more complete player than Bayless and has a better NBA future.

I think both will be accomplished scorers in the NBA but I'm not yet quite convinced yet that either will ever be a true point guard.

Another NBA source said it wouldn't surprise him if Seattle's choice at No. 4 is yet another freshman guard, Eric Gordon of Indiana. Gordon struggled mightily with his jump shot over the last six weeks or so of the season but is still rated the best off-guard prospect in this draft pool by most reputable evaluators.

He is another player NBA decision-makers are curious to see officially measured this week. He's been listed at 6-4 and some scouts believe that's a bit generous.

I think that would be quite the gamble on the part of Minnesota, Seattle and Memphis (which are in the 3-5 slots; the assumption remains that Beasley and Rose will go to Chicago and Miami, or vice-versa). And so do the NBA-types I've talked to.