Tonight's the night for Zack Rosen

When the NBA draft gets underway Thursday at 7 p.m. in Newark, N.J., the New Orleans Hornets will select Anthony Davis with the first overall pick. That won’t surprise anybody. After that, however, anything could happen.

Those watching from the Penn community may be more interested in the second round than the first to see if any team takes a chance on Ivy League and Big 5 Player of the Year Zack Rosen — the Quakers’ all-time leader in assists, games and minutes.

Rosen has worked out for numerous NBA teams, including the Sixers, Nets, Pistons, Suns and Kings. If selected — which is a big “if” — he would likely go in the second half of the second round.

Here are a few stories to keep you occupied on what's being written about Rosen as the draft approaches. For those interested in watching, it will be broadcast on ESPN beginning at 7 p.m.

Hear from Rosen himself about the moment he's been waiting for in his blog piece for draftexpress.com.
Dime Magazine tells the story of Rosen the gym rat, who wants to be the next Jeremy Lin.
In Slamonline.com’s “Undrafted” series, Rosen is featured in a piece about his philosophies and participation in the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament.
Sporting News sits down and does a Q&A with Rosen.
Daily Pennsylvanian columnist Mike Tony explains why an NBA team should take a chance on Rosen.
The DP recaps the draft process and the perceived shortcomings scouts have given him.
CSNPhilly.com recaps Rosen’s workout with the Sixers.