2023 NBA Mock Draft 1

Now that the lottery for the NBA Draft has been completed, I am releasing my first Mock Draft for the 2023 Draft!  This has been known as a great draft in large part because of the talent at the top of the draft, but I think this draft has a lot of impressive depth as well.  As a note, these selections are not who I would select, but rather where they are currently projected based on the aggregate I have done.  Combine results have not been incorporated into this or accounted for; the order was also determined prior to the combine.  With the “Reminds me of” section, this is not an analysis of what their ceiling/floor is, but rather who their playing style seems like.  There are 58 picks this year due to the Bulls and 76ers being stripped of a second round pick each due to tampering.

 

 

1:  SAS – Victor Wembenyama,

C, 7’4, 230 lbs., 8’0 Wing, Metropolitans 92 (France), 19

Reminds me of:  Modern version of Yao Ming

Wembenyama is considered a can’t miss prospect due to his size, shot, handle, and basketball IQ.  He is legitimately great on both ends and reportedly has a great personality as well.  While it should be noted that his jumper is streaky at this time (something I think is partially due to shot selection), his handle isn’t as elite as people say it is, and his size/past injury concerns might be red flags, the positives greatly outweigh the negatives.  Given his shot mechanics and mobility at his size, it makes me wonder if this is what Yao Ming would look like if he could shoot 3’s given his free throw percent.  While he will no doubt be the star that San Antonio has looked for in their rebuild, he might be best suited starting as a 4 instead of a 5 (think of what Cleveland did with Evan Mobley).

 

2:  CHO – Brandon Miller

SF, 6’9, 200 lbs., Alabama, Freshman, 20

Reminds me of:  Paul George

While always a highly touted recruit, Miller’s freshman year made him being drafted as a top-3 pick seem like a no-brainer.  He is an amazing all-around player who is a great athlete, is a good defender, has amazing size, has a smooth handle, has playmaking potential, and plays hard.  He has one of the highest floors in this draft as well as a high ceiling, so it’s not surprising to see so many teams love him.  In terms of his play, I mainly question how he will play short term with his passing (he isn’t the best decision maker with passes), finishing (he isn’t the strongest), and shooting (while his jumper looks smooth, he majorly struggled against good teams shooting from 3).  Off the court, he generated controversy for his involvement in providing a gun to a then teammate that was used in a shooting; while he wasn’t charged, there are still questions about that, though I doubt it’ll impact his draft stock.  I could see him playing like Paul George, who he has cited as an influence, given his size, 2-way talent, and versatility.  While Charlotte could go with either him or Scoot Henderson, Miller would give another star who would fit alongside LaMelo Ball.

 

3:  POR – Scoot Henderson

PG, 6’3, 195 lbs., G-League Ignite, 19

Reminds me of:  Smaller but better shooting Russell Westbrook

After a G-League season filled with inconsistencies, Henderson seems to have fallen a bit among the general consensus.  That said, Scoot is still an immensely talented player with high upside.  He is an amazing athlete, has a nice handle, has shooting and finishing potential, is a good playmaker and willing passer, and energetic defender.  While he isn’t the best shooter now, his free throw percentage suggests he has potential to be at least average at that end.  While he had some injuries throughout the season, they seemed like odd one-off injuries, so I’m not worried.  The biggest concern with him right now is his shot selection; while I think he’s a solid shooter now, he is incredibly inefficient because the shots he has taken are not the best.  While some have criticized his end of the season and how he didn’t seem to try as hard consistently, I’m not worried about a 19-year-old doing that; considering that many of the top prospects historically look like weak defenders in college since they take off entire possessions at times, I’m not worried about him not being as intense when dealing with injuries and a team that wasn’t winning a ton.  His athleticism, playmaking, and aggressiveness make me think of Russell Westbrook as a playing style.  Unless Damian Lillard requests a trade (I haven’t heard it, but it’s a rumor), I expect this pick will be traded.  That said, Henderson would provide an aggressive scorer and playmaker who I genuinely believe could succeed on or off the ball.

 

4:  HOU – Amen Thompson

PG, 6’7, 190 lbs., 6’11 Wing, Overtime Elite, 20

Reminds me of:  Some hybrid of a bigger Ja Morant and a more aggressive Ben Simmons

Despite the low floor and the risk associated with him, I am a massive fan of Amen Thompson, and he is my favorite player in this draft (to clarify, I would draft Wembenyama second, but Amen is my favorite player in this draft).  He is a massive point guard who is likely the best playmaker and athlete in the draft.  He also projects to be a great defender and nice finisher; I have also heard good things about his personality and work ethic.  The two biggest questions are related to his jumper and the jump to the NBA.  While his jumper doesn’t look promising for the NBA (though I’m not convinced it’s totally broken after some stretches of improvement), the bigger question I have is how he’ll handle the jump from Overtime Elite (a league where he is largely facing high schoolers) and what that’ll mean for aspects of his game, especially defense and finishing ability initially.  While I find it tough to come up with a perfect comp for him, he has played a lot like Ja Morant with his aggressiveness and passing, though I think a better comp given his size, defensive potential and playmaking ability is to imagine what Ben Simmons would look like if Simmons were to be more aggressive with his shot.  While we don’t know what will happen with Houston this offseason, if they keep their pick and don’t sign someone like James Harden, Thompson would give them a great playmaking point guard with defensive potential; the fit wouldn’t be perfect though without the jumper, but Amen is too talented to pass up.

 

5:  DET – Ausar Thompson

SG, 6’7, 190 lbs., 6’11 Wing, Overtime Elite, 20

Reminds me of:  Some hybrid of Ben Simmons and early career Jaylen Brown

While most people have viewed the Thompson twins together, I think that is unfair given their skillsets.  Ausar is the more scoring motivated out of the twins and is the better defender of the two.  While he isn’t quite as athletic as Amen, he is a fantastic athlete as well; even though he played more off the ball, he looks like a good playmaker as well.  The same concerns with Amen apply to Ausar, as I am nervous about his shooting (though I think he is a little better at shooting then Amen) and the jump to the NBA, but there is one massive concern I have with Ausar that I don’t think is covered enough:  I’m nervous about his finishing ability when not dunking.  While I can’t remember the podcast that I heard this from (I would love to give it credit, but I can’t remember where I heard it), he struggled mightily when finishing without dunking (at one point shooting below 40% in that situation).  Since this was against high school players, I’m nervous about how he will do against NBA players.  While his playing style has reminded me of Jaylen Brown’s style early in his career as an attacker, I think he will be reminiscent of Simmons given his defensive versatility; the one thing I’m also nervous about is if he loses confidence if he continues to struggle finishing (I hope not).  While I don’t love the fit, Detroit could use a wing to help improve their core, and Ausar could fit with the stars with the ball in his hands and out of them (especially if his jumper improved).

 

6:  ORL – Cam Whitmore

SF, 6’7, 220 lbs., Freshman, Villanova, 18

Reminds me of:  Miles Bridges (on the court)

Whitmore is entering the NBA as a freak athlete with a crazy body that he knows how to utilize, which helps make him a little more developed than most players with his raw skillset.  His athleticism has helped his finishing and rebounding ability; he also looks like a competitive and solid defender so far.  I think the biggest aspects of how raw he looks comes down to his shooting and passing; while he might improve on both, he isn’t the best decision maker and takes bad shots or makes dumb passes at points.  I’m not sure what his shooting upside is at this point, but I could see him developing into an okay shooter.  At this point in time, his on-court performance reminds me of how Miles Bridges was on the court when he entered the league; I expect Whitmore will rely on his athleticism and go for a lot of dunks in his first year or two as he continues to develop.  Since Orlando has the 11^th pick as well, it wouldn’t be surprising to see them make moves with the picks; that said, if they keep this pick, Whitmore would be an extra wing option who could provide athleticism and thrive at a fast pace.

 

7:  IND – Jarace Walker

PF, 6’8, 240 lbs., Houston, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Draymond Green

I consider Walker to be possibly the easiest player to fit with the majority of teams due to his skillset.  He is an amazing athlete, has massive size, is strong, is a smart and competitive defender, is a skilled rebounder, and has amazing playmaking ability.  While there are questions about his handle and shot selection, I don’t think either of them are massive concerns depending on where he is drafted.  The biggest question I have is in his jumper; while his mechanics are fine, the free throw percentage is low, which typically predicts a lack of long-term success from deep.  With his skillset, I don’t see him being a top-2 player on any team, but I still think he could be a massive contributor.  The skillset, athleticism, defensive ability, and playmaking reminds me a bit of Draymond Green, though I don’t think it’s quite the perfect comparison.  Indiana would benefit from him since he can play alongside their current core and succeed as either a 4 or a small ball 5 when needed.

 

8:  WAS – Anthony Black

PG, 6’7, 185 lbs., Arkansas, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Josh Giddey, Lonzo Ball

I honestly believe that if the Thompson twins were not in this class that Black would have more hype considering he is a big guard as well.  He looks like a great playmaker already, as he is amazing at making the right passes and reads whether it would impact his stats or not.  He also is a good finisher, has a smooth handle, is a good defender, and is a good athlete.  While he isn’t an elite athlete, I think the defense will translate due to his defensive IQ and size.  The biggest question about his upside comes from his jumper; the shot isn’t great right now, and the free throw percentage, which is normally a better indicator of NBA shooting success, has never been stellar either.  The hope with his jumper actually comes from the comparison that I made with him:  both Giddey and Ball started as big point guards who couldn’t shoot, but both have improved their jumper, to the point where Ball is a great shooter when healthy; I also think Black will have an easier adjustment defensively since he is already a better defender than the other two were upon entering the league.  While I’m not sure what the plan is in Washington, Black would provide Washington with a guard who can play both ends and can help star players (if they resign the free agents) or help a rebuild.

 

9:  UTA – Taylor Hendricks

SF, 6’9, 210 lbs., UCF, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Denver Jerami Grant, Jae Crowder

Hendricks has been one of the biggest risers in the draft over the past year, and I’m not sure he’s done rising yet.  He projects to be a valuable off-ball offensive player and a hard nosed 3-and-D player with versatility on both ends.  He also has great athleticism, size, rebounding ability, and plays hard on both ends.  While there aren’t too many weaknesses in his game, I think that there will be some concerns about his ball handling ability, playmaking, and how he will adjust to the competition in the NBA coming from a non-traditional powerhouse school/conference.  I also believe that he likely will not be a star with his skillset, but I still think that he will be able to contribute to winning pretty quickly.  I see him as a 4^th or 5^th option on a team, such as what Jae Crowder or Jerami Grant (in Denver) was able to do as an off-ball option while still playing hard defensively.  At this point, Utah could go a variety of directions since they have a nice core set up and loads of future picks; Hendricks would be able to fit whether they want to continue rebuilding or to start competing given his athletic ability and ability to fit any situation.

 

10:  DAL – Grady Dick

SF, 6’7, 195 lbs., Kansas, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Bogdan Bogdanovic

While I don’t think he’s the best shooter in the class (that player will come in a few picks), he is one of the best and is likely the best standstill shooter in this class.  His combination of size and shooting should allow him to have an instant role, though there is also a bit more to his game:  he is a smart player off the ball, plays hard, and has some passing and playmaking potential that should make him more than just a shooter.  I think the biggest weaknesses of his are that he isn’t a good defender (though he has decent IQ overall, so that might improve), he’s not an elite athlete, isn’t good finishing inside, and is likely not going to be a guy who will be insanely successful as a ball handler.  That said, the playmaking ability gives me hope that he can be someone like Bogdan Bogdanovic, a talented shooter who can also make good reads and do more than shoot.  While I expect Dallas will try to trade this pick, I could see them wanted to take a guy who can be an off-ball shooter to pair with Luka Doncic; that said, I’m not totally in love with the fit since I think Dick will be a defensive liability to start his career.

 

11:  ORL (from CHI) – Cason Wallace

PG, 6’3, 195 lbs., Kentucky, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Jrue Holiday

I have found that in most drafts there is one player who is ready to make an impact defensively as a rookie.  While not as athletic or big as some of the other players drafted before him, I think Wallace has a strong case of being that player this year.  The comparison to Jrue Holiday comes to his ability to guard both guard spots with precision and amazing intensity.  He is also a very good playmaker and is smart off the ball; he also has some shooting potential, though he isn’t the best shooter yet.  The biggest questions come down to his offense; I expect he will struggle as an offensive option to start, as he’s not the best on the ball, as a finisher, or as a shooter at this time.  I think that being in a place like Orlando will be beneficial to him because he’ll be alongside an established point guard in Markelle Fultz, and he can do enough defensively to make a massive impact on the team.  That said, don’t be surprised if Orlando trades this pick.

 

12:  OKC – Keyontae George

SG, 6’4, 205 lbs., Baylor, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Cam Thomas

While George is a bit of a polarizing prospect, he still appears to be a likely lottery pick, which I think is fair given his strengths.  He has an amazing handle, is an aggressive scorer, creates space with ease, has many options to finish strong, has a nice frame, and appears to be so strong.  While I don’t see him ever being a playmaker and there are weaknesses in his defensive game, I think the biggest weaknesses in his game are his shot selection and decision making.  While he isn’t an amazing shooter at this time, I think that is more due to his shot selection; his high free throw percentage indicates that he will likely be a successful shooter at the NBA level.  Even though it is strange to compare him to Thomas, a guy who has played just two years and has been limited to a bench scoring role, the two are comparable in size, have an innate ability to create shots for themselves, and both project to be better shooters in the NBA, some traits that made me believe that Thomas should have been a lottery pick entering the 2021 Draft.  If he improves his finishing ability, I could also see George having a comparable game to that of Zach Lavine.  While I’m not quite sure what Oklahoma City is going to do this offseason, I think he could fit by giving them a scoring option of the bench and likely improve their shooting as George’s shot improves.

 

13:  TOR – Nick Smith

SG, 6’5, 185 lbs., Arkansas, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Jamal Crawford

It is no secret that Smith struggled during his freshman year, though a big part of that was due to the fact that he was playing through an injury.  That said, he has shown a ton of talent, as he is an aggressive scorer, has a smooth handle, has shooting potential, is an amazing athlete with great size, and plays hard on defense.  While there will be questions about his strength and short-term shooting ability, I think the biggest issues with him are his lack of playmaking and his shot selection.  He currently has pretty bad shot selection and is inefficient as a result, which is something that needs to be worked on if he wants to succeed in the NBA.  With his current playing style, I think the road to success would be if he embraces a high volume sixth man role, since he reminds me a bit of players like Jamal Crawford, Lou Williams, and Jordan Clarkson in that manner.  While Toronto is in flux at the moment with their future, Smith could at least offer some scoring punch off the bench to a team that needs some help on that end.

 

14:  NOP – Jordan Hawkins

SG, 6’5, 175 lbs., UConn, Sophomore, 21

Reminds me of:  Kyle Korver if he had a bit of the bus from Speed in him

I personally feel safe saying Hawkins is the best shooter in this class given his ability to make shots off the pass, off the dribble, and on the move.  His free throw percentage was so high as well, which suggests to me that the shot is more real than some other guys who make difficult shots.  He is also a smart player who always seems to make the right play on both ends.  He doesn’t have a good handle, won’t be a playmaker, isn’t an elite athlete, and will have limited defensive upside due to his size.  I could be wrong, but I’m not sure he is as big as he’s listed; I’ve always thought he looked more like 6’2 than 6’5, but we’ll find that out with certainty at the combine.  I think his role to succeed is if he’s an off-ball player like Kyle Korver, though I think his ability to move around and make good plays on both ends make him a bit different.  If New Orleans keeps this pick, Hawkins makes sense as a guy who can be successful off the ball and shoot.

 

 

15:  ATL – Jalen Hood-Schifino

PG, 6’6, 215 lbs., Indiana, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Penny Hardaway, early career Shaun Livingston

Hood-Schifino is a big point guard, which makes him awfully desirable to many teams.  He has a nice handle, a good defender, has a smooth jumper, plays hard, and has playmaking potential.  That said, he isn’t the best decision maker yet, isn’t the best shooter yet (I expect the 3 will come though), is a bit wild with the ball, and isn’t a good finisher.  I think he can succeed in a situation with or without a lead guard.

 

16:  UTA (from MIN) – Kobe Bufkin

SG, 6’4, 180 lbs., Michigan, Sophomore, 19

Reminds me of:  Tyrese Maxey

Bufkin profiles as a consistent guard who can succeed on and off the ball.  He is a great athlete, has a high IQ on both ends, has shooting potential, has a solid handle, and plays hard on both ends.  I think he still plays a bit too wild at times, might be a defensive target due to his size, and likely will take a bit to be a good shooter (though I think he’ll get there).  I think he can succeed as a starter with a rebuilding team or off the bench with a competitive team (think how Maxey was developed in Philadelphia)

 

17:  LAL – Jett Howard

SF, 6’7, 220 lbs., Michigan, Freshman, 20

Reminds me of:  Bojan Bogdanovic

Howard has become oddly polarizing due to his limitations, but I’m still a believer in him.  He is an amazing shooter, appears to be smart on offense, and seems to want to play hard a lot; he also has some playmaking ability that could help.  That said, he does not have particularly good defensive fundamentals, isn’t an elite athlete, has moments where he gets distracted on both ends, and didn’t appear to contribute to winning basketball in college.  I think his shooting and offensive IQ could make him a smooth fit on several teams.

 

18:  MIA – GG Jackson

PF, 6’9, 210 lbs., South Carolina, Freshman, 18

Reminds me of:  Inefficient Paolo Banchero, Orlando Magic Aaron Gordon

Despite a rough freshman year, there is hope for Jackson.  He is an aggressive scorer with nice size, a great handle, and some defensive potential.  That said, his shot selection, playmaking, and decision making are not good, and I’m not sold on his 3-pointer being efficient.  I also want to note that while some have criticized his maturity, I don’t think he’s that immature; he’s an 18-year-old who had frustrations with the crumby team he played on, which sounds normal to me (for what it’s worth, Rafael Barlowe, whose opinion I highly respect with scouting, has spoken highly of his character from interviews and interactions with him).  While a rebuilding team might be tempted with his upside, I think he is best suited to play for a team competing now that has an opening off the bench.

 

19:  GSW – Ryan Rupert

SG, 6’7, 190 lbs., 7’2 Wing, New Zealand Breakers (New Zealand), 19

Reminds me of:  Andre Roberson with offensive upside

Rupert’s upside has many excited about his stock, though he is still a project.  His defense looks good already due to his size, athleticism, and intensity, though his discipline could improve a bit.  While more theoretical, there is upside on offense as a shooter and passer; he already has a nice handle.  He could fit well with both a team competing and a team rebuilding, though it will take work to reach his potential.

 

20:  HOU (from LAC) – Leonard Miller

SF, 6’10, 211 lbs., G-League Ignite, 19

Reminds me of:  Brandon Ingram with some Kyle Anderson playmaking ability

After opting not to declare for the draft last year, Miller has absolutely helped his case.  He is still raw, but he has nice handling and passing skills as he’s developed into his body in incredible fashion.  While he is inconsistent as a defender and shooter, he has potential at both.  I think he is best suited for a rebuilding team, though his guard skills could provide value for a winning team.

 

21:  BRK (from PHO) – Brice Sensabaugh

PF, 6’6, 235 lbs., Ohio State, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Bigger but less athletic Norman Powell

Sensabaugh truly showcased his scoring ability as a freshman.  He has proven to be an efficient scorer from anywhere on the court, as well as having a nice handle.  He isn’t a great athlete or defender, which are two things that could limit his role in the NBA.  That said, the scoring ability and efficiency at his age is something that is beneficial for winning teams off the bench or rebuilding teams.

 

22:  BRK – Dereck Lively

C, 7’1, 210 lbs., Duke, Freshman, 19

Reminds me of:  Early career Robert Williams

While expectations were a bit too high for him entering college, Lively is an exceptional athlete with a clear roadmap for success.  He drastically improved in the second half of the season and looks like an elite rim protector and finisher (especially in transition), with playmaking potential.  While he is raw, limited offensively, and inconsistent on both ends, he can be successful with development.

 

23:  POR (from NYK) – Kris Murray

PF, 6’8, 225 lbs., Iowa, Junior, 22

Reminds me of:  Keegan Murray…ironically

While I hate comparing two brothers, there is truth here.  Kris Murray is a smart player on both ends who has a nice shot off the catch.  Isn’t going to be a star and isn’t the best on-ball, but he is willing to make the right plays to win.  His readiness will make him a desirable player to teams who are trying to compete.

 

24:  SAC – Bilal Coulibaly

SF, 6’8, 195 lbs., 7’2 Wing, Metropolitans 92 (France), 18

Reminds me of:  Raw OG Anunoby

Coulibaly has come alive at the perfect point in the season, as he has shown his potential as a scorer and defender late.  He is raw on both ends and might need some development, but he has great size, is competitive on both ends, is a nice defender, and has shooting potential.  While he is likely best suited for a rebuilding team, his competitiveness and defensive ability might garner minutes early anywhere.

 

25:  MEM – Dariq Whitehead

SF, 6’6, 196 lbs., 6’9 Wing, Duke, Freshman, 18

Reminds me of:  Early career Andrew Wiggins with a better jumper

While Whitehead had a rough time at Duke, his talent is potential are undeniable, considering his shooting ability, size, competitiveness, and IQ.  He is still a bit raw with playmaking, decision making, passing, and consistency, but he is also so young.  While he would thrive in a system where he can develop more, his shooting and athleticism allow him to help a winning team immediately as well.

 

26:  IND (from CLE) – Noah Clowney

PF, 6’10, 210 lbs., Alabama, Freshman, 18

Reminds me of:  Early career Bam Adebayo without the passing

While he is raw, Clowney is an extremely competitive player who does all the little things despite being one of the youngest players in the draft.  He looks like a versatile defender who is more than willing to do things like boxing out and setting screens, things not all young players are willing to do.  He has limitations on offense, especially with shooting, but a team with an established star who can help him develop would benefit from drafting him.

 

27:  Charlotte Hornets (from DEN) – Maxwell Lewis

SF, 6’7, 195 lbs., Pepperdine, Sophomore, 20

Reminds me of:  Jalen Williams, possibly cheap man’s Mikal Bridges

Lewis is an interesting player since he can slot in as a 3-and-D player while also providing more on the ball.  He has a nice jumper, plays hard on defense, has a quality handle, and might have a tiny bit of passing potential.  I think his ceiling is limited by his athleticism and the fact that he faded at the end of the year while being a star, but he could be a solid supporting cast member who can shine at times.

 

28:  Utah Jazz (from PHI) – Sidy Cissoko

SG, 6’7, 200 lbs., 6’9 Wing, G-League Ignite, 19

Reminds me of:  Marcus Smart in a body closer to that of Jeff Green

While raw, Cissoko has the potential to be a talented player on both ends.  He has a high motor on defense, is a nice slasher, and has shown some playmaking ability.  I’m not sure that the jumper will develop and his decision making can be a bit unhinged at times, but he could be something if a team is patient with him.

 

29:  Indiana Pacers (from BOS) – Trayce Jackson-Davis

PF, 6’9, 235 lbs., Indiana, Senior, 23

Reminds me of:  John Collins’ athletic ability mixed with Al Horford’s playmaking ability

Jackson-Davis is a freak athlete who also has playmaking ability while bringing up the ball.  He is an elite finisher who has also been a good shot blocker and defender.  I also don’t think he’ll be that great of a shooter and am not sure how he will be as a small-ball center, but I could still see him having a role off the bench, especially on a team with other skilled athletes or talented point guards.

 

30:  Los Angeles Clippers (from MIL) – Colby Jones

SF, 6’6, 203 lbs., Xavier, Junior 20

Reminds me of:  A blend of Malcolm Brogdon and Davion Mitchell as a wing

Jones is a solid all-around player on both ends of the court, especially as a playmaker, defender, and finisher.  He is super smart and is competitive, which should make him valuable for a competitive team.  That said, I doubt the legitimacy of his jumper from last year, especially since he has never topped 70% from the free throw line.

 

 

31:  DET – Terquavion Smith

SG, 6’4, 165 lbs., 6’6 Wing, NC State, Sophomore, 20

32:  Indiana Pacers (from HOU) – Jaime Jaquez

SF, 6’6, 220 lbs., UCLA, Senior, 22

35:  San Antonio Spurs – James Nnaji

C, 6’10, 225 lbs., 7’7 Wing, Barcelona (Spain), 18

34:  Charlotte Hornets – Jalen Wilson

SF/PF, 6’8, 215 lbs., Kansas, Redshirt Senior, 22

35:  Boston Celtics (from POR) – Julian Strawther

SF, 6’7, 200 lbs., Gonzaga, Junior, 21

36:  Orlando Magic – Marcus Sasser

SG, 6’2, 195 lbs., Houston, Senior, 22

37:  Oklahoma City Thunder (from WAS) – Brandin Podziemski

SG, 6’5, 195 lbs., Santa Clara, Sophomore, 20

38:  Sacramento Kings (from IND) – Amari Bailey

SG, 6’4, 190 lbs., UCLA, Freshman, 19

39:  Charlotte Hornets (from UTA) – Ricky Council IV

SG, 6’6, 205 lbs., Arkansas, Junior, 21

40:  Denver Nuggets (from DAL) – Nikola Djurisic

SG/SF, 6’8, 200 lbs., Mega Basket (Serbia), 19

41:  Charlotte Hornets (from OKC) – Andre Jackson

SF, 6’6, 210 lbs., UConn, Junior, 21

42:  Washington Wizards (from CHI) – Keyontae Johnson

SF, 6’5, 230 lbs., 6’11 Wing, Kansas State, Redshirt Junior*, 22

*Note:  Johnson had two redshirt years for medical reasons

43:  Portland Trail Blazers (from ATL) – Bobi Klintman

SF/PF, 6’10, 225 lbs., Wake Forest, Freshman, 20

44:  San Antonio Spurs (from TOR) – DaRon Holmes II

PF, 6’10, 225 lbs., Dayton, Sophomore, 20

45:  Memphis Grizzlies (from MIN) – Terence Shannon

SG/SF, 6’6, 206 lbs., 6’8 Wing, Illinois, Senior, 22

46:  Atlanta Hawks (from NOP) – Kobe Brown

SG/SF, 6’8, 250 lbs., Missouri, Senior, 23

47:  Los Angeles Lakers – Jordan Walsh

SF, 6’7, 190 lbs., 7’3 Wing, Arkansas, Freshman, 19

48:  Los Angeles Clippers – Adem Bona

PF, 6’10, 235 lbs., 7’4 Wing, UCLA, Freshman, 20

49:  Cleveland Cavaliers (from GSW) – Trey Alexander

SG, 6’4, 185 lbs., Creighton, Sophomore, 20

50:  Oklahoma City Thunder (from MIA) – Dillon Mitchell

PF, 6’7, 200 lbs., Texas, Freshman, 19

51:  Brooklyn Nets – Emoni Bates

SF, 6’9, 190 lbs., 6’7 Wing, Eastern Michigan, Sophomore, 19

52:  Phoenix Suns – Zach Edey

C, 7’4, 285 lbs., Purdue, Junior, 21

53:  Minnesota Timberwolves (from NYK) – Isaiah Wong

SG, 6’4, 185 lbs., Miami, Senior, 22

54:  Sacramento Kings – Judah Mintz

SG, 6’3, 172 lbs., Syracuse, Freshman, 19

55:  Indiana Pacers (from CLE) – Jaylen Clark

SG, 6’5, 195 lbs., UCLA, Junior, 21

56:  Memphis Grizzlies – Jordan Miller

SF, 6’7, 195 lbs., Miami, Redshirt Senior, 23

57:  Washington Wizards (from BOS) – Tristan Vuckevic

C, 6’10, 205 lbs., Partizan Mozzart Bet (Serbia), 20

58:  Milwaukee Bucks – Mike Miles

PG, 6’1, 195 lbs., TCU, Junior, 20

 

Next 10:

1.       Reece Beekman, PG, 6’3, 190 lbs., Virginia, Junior, 21

2.       Drew Timme, C, 6’9, 232 lbs., 7’2 Wing, Gonzaga, Senior, 22

3.       Jalen Pickett, PG, 6’4, 209 lbs., Penn State, Redshirt Senior, 23

4.       Azuolos Tubelis, PF, 6’9, 243 lbs., Arizona, Junior, 21

5.       Kevin McCullar, SG, 6’6, 210 lbs., Kansas, Senior, 22

6.       Mouhamed Gueye, PF, 6’11, 195 lbs., 7’3, Washington State, Sophomore, 20

7.       Adam Flagler, SG, 6’3, 180 lbs., Baylor, Redshirt Senior, 23

8.       Julian Phillips, SF, 6’7, 210 lbs., Tennessee, Freshman, 19

9.       Adama Sanogo, PF, 6’9, 240 lbs., 7’4 Wing, UConn, Junior, 21

10.   Seth Lundy, SG/SF, 6’6, 220 lbs., Penn State, Senior, 23

 

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