Awards for the 2008-2009 NBA Rookies

The NBA playoff is just around the corner and as teams try to win as many games as possible so are the rookies with the awards. They have been battling it out to who should be part of the All- Rookie teams and who should be this year's NBA Rookie of the Year.

I must say that this year featured a lot of future stars in this league and they've really proven it with their respective teams. You may argue that some just have stats that are high because their team sucks but we're here to take a look on who deserves the awards. So here are my picks:

1^st Team NBA All Rookie 2008-2009

Derrick Rose (My pick for Rookie of the Year)

This is my choice for rookie of the year. Why?I love the way this guy plays and how he has so much composure. Future superstar is written all over this kid and the sky's the limit. He has helped the Bulls fight for the last playoff spot and with him as the court general, we'll be seeing them as a regular in the playoff.

Kevin Love

He struggled during the start of the season but has played really well the past two months even bagging Rookie of the Month honors in March. The T'Wolves are campaigning for him to become the rookie of the year but it's unlikely he'll win it but he is sure to be part of this NBA 1^st team All Rookie Team. Why? When Al Jeff went down, this guy stepped up.

OJ Mayo

He was sizzling hot in the first two months of the regular season but has somehow cooled a little bit after. I just see great thing for this young kid and he will be a scoring machine. He just needs to improve his other parts of his game and help the Grizzlies back to a respective record and he'll be an All star.

Eric Gordon

One of the few bright spots of the Clippers this year and actually he played more like a veteran compared to the other oldies of the team. He played his heart out every night and is just fun to watch. The Clippers have got their future shooting guard in Eric Gordon. All they have to is make the others healthy and play.

Brook Lopez

This guy is one of the most efficient rookies this year as he has brought great percentages and stats to the Nets. He has also brought the inside presence the previous big men of New Jersey didn't have. He just needs to bulk up a little bit or gain more strength and he should be a regular double double guy in the NBA.

2^nd Team NBA All Rookie 2008-2009

Greg Oden

Mr. Oden hasn't played that much the past two seasons but I still have him here because he is Mr. Oden. Despite the missed games, he has helped the Blazers reach where they are now. He just needs to stay healthy and he'll do great things in the NBA.

Marc Gasol

Pau Gasol's brother shouldn't be referred to as Pau's brother anymore because is just...Marc Gasol. He is establishing his name in the NBA and seems to have adjusted pretty fast. I like their team in Memphis right now with Gasol manning the paint.

Rudy Fernandez

Fernandez is one of the more popular rookies this year. In fact he could be the most popular with an already established international presence, he was able to get the votes needed to be voted in the Slam Dunk competition. He is just exciting to watch and has been an important piece to the Blazers' success.

Mario Chalmers

Chalmers is the only 2^nd round pick here because he deserves to be. He has played well beside Dwayne Wade and has the court leadership that has helped Miami be in the playoff.

Michael Beasley

I'm not that impressed with Beasley - yet. But I feel that this guy will improve and I know that is willing to do just that. Patience is key here as he is a very important part of Miami and Dwayne Wade's future there.

So, who's your Rookie of the year? Who are your picks for All Rookie teams?