If you are a faithful reader of the Charlotte Observer you know that lately, at least for Bob Johnson, the newspaper has lived up to its nickname – The Charlotte Disturber. As the Charlotte Bobcats conclude their fourth NBA season – a losing one – the nooses are being tied and the search for sturdy oak has begun. Yes. Racial overtones intended.

Last week freshmen forward/center J.J. Hickson of the North Carolina State University Wolfpack declared his early entry in to the NBA draft.  While J.J. has not hired an agent, leaving him the opportunity to return to the college ranks, the question of whether he is ready to make that jump is in the air...