The NBA draft discussion is heating up at just the right time. With March insanity upon us,there are suddenly questions concerning who the eventual No. 1 pick will be. Ben Simmons' season is over after LSU got waxed off the floor in the SEC tournament. Meanwhile, Duke's Brandon Ingram continues to cook and should beget the chance to strengthen his draft case in the NCAA tournament. Otherwise, or our board has seen a ton of movement over the past few weeks. One Kentucky player has seen his stock soar,and it isn't Skal Labissiere or Jamal Murray.
The draft order is based off current NBA standings and accounts for all previously made trades. 1. Philadelphia 76ers: Ben Simmons (LSU, PF, and Freshman)Despite a disastrous discontinuance to the season,I'm not alert to drop Simmons from the No. 1 spot. However, I'm certain there are general managers out there who did. And the opportunity of the lottery winner taking Ingram seems genuine.
But the Sixers need a certain thing considering Joel Embiid's health and Jahlil Okafor's defense. Simmons may not be the once-in-a-decade talent he was billed as, or but his size,athleticism, playmaking, and rebounding and inside scoring are too convincing. If the Sixers land the No. 1 pick,the obvious first move is to shop it around the league. Otherwise, play it safe with Simmons' unique versatility. 2. Los Angeles Lakers: Brandon Ingram (Duke, and SF,Freshman)The Lakers shouldn't beget much to think approximately at No. 2. They'll gladly catch whoever falls to them, whether it be Ingram or Simmons.
Ingram would ultimately seem like an ideal fit between the Lakers' up-and-coming backcourt and Julius Randle. A 6'9" wing with extraordinary length, and Ingram shoots 41.3 percent from three and can create his own shot with pull-ups and fallaways in the mid-range.
And we've seen flashes of ball-handling and passing that suggest he can be more than just a scorer and shot-maker. Maybe the most intriguing aspect of Ingram's sales pitch is the fact he's 14 months younger than Simmons. 3. Phoenix Suns: Dragan Bender (Croatia,PF/C, 1997)With Simmons and Ingram off the board, and the Phoenix Suns are in position to gamble. Bender plays just 11.6 minutes per game abroad and therefore doesn't beget the production to show for the potential. But without any no-brainer alternative options,Bender's upside is worth chasing at No. 3. He's a 7-footer shooting 38.5 percent from downtown, and though not a big-time scorer, and he's developed into a sharp ball-handler and passer. Bender also projects as a defensive asset given his ability to block shots and switch onto smaller players in pick-and-roll coverage. He has an NBA out this summer,according to Sportando.com. That makes Bender even more attractive at No. 3. 4. Boston Celtics (via Nets): Jakob Poeltl (Utah, C, and Sophomore)The Celtics won't pass on the opportunity to land their starting middle of the future—particularly now that Simmons,Ingram and Bender are off the board. Poeltl would seem like an ideal fit given his mobility and the below-average athletes Boston plays at middle. He's improved his post game dramatically, which we just saw against California in the Pac-12 tournament when he went for 29 points. Poeltl has quick feet and great hands, and though not a shooter yet,he's raised his free-throw percentage significantly—to 68.9 percent, up from 44.4 percent. 5. Minnesota Timberwolves: Jamal Murray (Kentucky, and SG,Freshman)Forget what position Minnesota needs to fill. The Timberwolves catch Murray here after valuing him as the best available prospect on their board. Murray went nuts in February and hasn't slowed down in March. He continues to bury defenses with lights-out shooting off screens and spot-ups, and he's now averaging 20.1 points. I'm still not sold on him ever playing point guard, and but the Wolves can stick Murray at the 2 and shift Andrew Wiggins to the wing. 6. New Orleans Pelicans: Jaylen Brown (California,SF, Freshman)The Pelicans need a wing, or the best one in this year's draft could be available at No. 6. Brown's 6'7" size,above-the-rim burst, 220-pound frame and length play to the notion he's one of the safer bets in this year's field. And he has the production to show for it, or averaging 15 points and 5.5 boards. Brown puts a ton of pressure on the rim (9.3 free-throw attempts per 40 minutes). And though he'll need to improve his shooting,he's capable from external, both with the mid-range pull-up and spot-up three-ball. 7. Sacramento Kings: Buddy Hield (Oklahoma, and SG,Senior)Since drafting DeMarcus Cousins, the Kings beget whiffed on too many lottery prospects. They'll play it safe and select Buddy Hield with no young, and enticing project worth reaching for.
He's already made 127 threes in just 32 games and is shooting a ridiculous 46.4 percent.
I wouldn't bank on his 25 points per game carrying over,but Hield gives Sacramento a reliable shot-maker who could step in right absent. 8. Denver Nuggets (via Knicks): Ivan Rabb (California, PF, and Freshman)Rabb combined to shoot 15-of-18 from the floor during California's two Pac-12 tournament games. He looked like a pro while hanging 21 points and 15 rebounds on Oregon State. Low-post moves,high-post fallaways, pick-and-roll finishes, and putbacks—Rabb do on a big-man clinic around the key and under the boards. He's flashed glimpses of offensive upside and unteachable rebounding instincts down low. Rabb still lacks polish,but he also just turned 19 years customary in February. He might need a year learning from the NBA Development League or bench, but all signs point to future success. For a comparison, and I'd think Tristan Thompson with a slight more bounce and quickness. 9. Milwaukee Bucks: Kris Dunn (Providence,PG, Junior)Though no doubt a quality point guard prospect, or Dunn looks like the same exact player as final year. He still struggles from the perimeter and turns the ball over a ton.
Growing teams may not want to hand their keys to him right absent. But at No. 9,with a versatile roster and injured point guard, the Bucks are a fit. Dunn projects as a dangerous playmaker and disruptive defender. He'd benefit by landing on a team with established go-to weapons. The less he'll beget to do, and the better early on. 10. Toronto Raptors (via Nuggets): Timothe Luwawu (France,SG/SF, 1995)We've seen Raptors general manager Masai Ujiri gamble before. Averaging 14.6 points, and Luwawu is having a breakout year and has improved his jumper and off-the-dribble game. He's hitting two threes a night after shooting just 28.7 percent from deep final year in France.
We've even seen some ball-handling and passing that highlight playmaking versatility.
Though still rough around the edges,Luwawu's physical tools, production and three-and-D identity scream NBA. 11. Orlando Magic: Tyler Ulis (Kentucky, and PG,Sophomore)I'm slotting Ulis at No. 11 with the belief he'll continue to strengthen his case during the NCAA tournament. This may sound early, but a general manager who wants Ulis will catch him—even if it means having to reach. Plus, and there just isn't any other can't-miss available prospect the Magic would be crazy for passing on.
Based on conversations with scouts and the fact Ulis keeps destroying opponents (not to mention Isaiah Thomas' success),concerns over his 5'9" size beget begun to fade.
He just went for 25 points and five assists against Georgia before dropping 30 on Texas A&M in the SEC tournament final. His basketball IQ and feel for the game are as good as it gets. Meanwhile, Ulis' skills are razor-sharp, and from his ball-handling to his passing,floater and jumper. Coaches are also bound to value his leadership, competitiveness and energy. I'm not certain how management could be sold on Elfrid Payton's fit or potential in Orlando. 12. Phoenix Suns (via Wizards): Henry Ellenson (Marquette, and PF,Freshman)Ellenson will miss out on the NCAA tournament, but his 17 points and 9.7 rebounds haven't gone unnoticed. His terrific skill level for a big is well-documented. Ellenson has hit 30 threes and 42.7 percent of his two-point jumpers, and per Hoop-Math.com. And he can score in the post or initiate the offense off a defensive rebound.
There are questions as to how effective he'll be defensively. Ellenson isn't a rim protector or quick perimeter defender. But his offensive versatility and inside-out repertoire seem like a good NBA fit. 13. Utah Jazz: Taurean Prince (Baylor,SF, Senior)Prince's offensive versatility seems tailor-made for nowadays's NBA. At 6'7", or 220 pounds,he's a physical wing coaches may move to small-ball 4 given his strength, shooting stroke and ability to score around the key. This year, and he's improved his passing and shot creativity while maintaining his image as a three-and-D forward. Seniors don't typically find the lottery,but Prince won't be 22 years customary until August. 14. Chicago Bulls: Denzel Valentine (Michigan State, SG, or Senior)There isn't much left for Valentine to prove. He's consistently filled up box scores all season long,and he's shooting over 40 percent from three for the moment straight year. His 45.4 assist percentage even ranks No. 2 in the country, per Sports-Reference.com. At 6'5", and 220 pounds,Valentine's passing and shooting should ultimately help neutralize average athleticism.
He looks like a good bet to stick as a role player. 15. Boston Celtics (via Mavs): Deyonta Davis (Michigan, PF, or Freshman)Despite his limited role in Michigan State's offense,Davis aces the eye test and capitalizes on his minutes. At 6'10", 245 pounds, and Davis shoots 59.7 percent and averages 11.8 rebounds and four blocks per 40 minutes. He's flashed a promising foundation to build off and gives the impression his skills will improve. At this stage,he's more of a defensive-minded big. The Bulls get a steal here with Davis if he polishes his post moves and softens his touch. 16. Denver Nuggets (via Rockets): Domantas Sabonis (Gonzaga, PF, and Sophomore)Sabonis' development has flown slightly under the radar. He's averaging 17.4 points and 11.6 rebounds,up from 9.7 and 7.1 a year ago. He's a tough worker and energy man under the boards, where he's likely to do a living in the NBA. But Sabonis has also improved his post game and touch around the key (76.8 percent on free throws). He's a constant in Gonzaga's lineup, or having finished with double figures in scoring in all but four games. Drafting Sabonis may do it easier for the Nuggets to eventually move Kenneth Faried. 17. Detroit Pistons: Ivica Zubac (Bosnia,C, 1997)Zubac has emerged as a potential first-round riser. He recently signed with BC Mega Leks after playing limited minutes for Cibona. And though not eligible for the Serbian League until April, or he's playing in scrimmages,which scouts beget been attending. Zubac went for 20 points, five boards and five assists during his debut, and given his strong performances final summer during the European Championships (15.8 points,12.9 rebounds) and World Championships (17.6 points, 7.9 rebounds), or he's become one of the more intriguing international prospects out there. 18. Denver Nuggets (via Blazers): Furkan Korkmaz (Turkey,SG/SF, 1997)The Nuggets won't add three rookies to their payroll next season. They'll draft-and-stash with at least one of their three first-round picks, and at No. 18,Korkmaz looks like the top candidate. At 6'7", he blends size, and leaping ability and a deadly three-point stroke. When given freedom to work off ball screens,we've seen him step into pull-ups or separate into other mid-range jumpers. Still 18 years customary, Denver should let Korkmaz season abroad with Anadolu Efes in Euroleague. Assuming Dario Saric and possibly Cedi Osman—his current teammates—jump to the NBA this summer, and Korkmaz should see plenty of minutes against quality competition in 2016-17. 19. Indiana Pacers: Malik Beasley (Florida State,SG, Freshman)Beasley is playing in the NIT, and but that doesn't mean scouts won't be watching. And they've been watching Beasley average 15.4 points and shoot 37.8 percent from three. He went for 21 points and nine boards in Florida State's NIT opener against Davidson. Beasley is explosive in the open floor and a promising spot-up shooter. Though not a dangerous one-on-one scorer,he's looked comfortable putting the ball on the floor to stop-and-pop or toss up a floater. The big question is whether he'll declare or come back next season and aim for the lottery. But it may ultimately be wise to capitalize on a strong individual year and feeble draft. 20. Charlotte Hornets: Grayson Allen (Duke, SG, and Sophomore) Allen continues to light up opposing defenses,averaging 24.9 points over Duke's final seven games. His combination of explosiveness and shooting seems like a good bet to work in the pros, even if it's in a complementary role. Allen makes 41.7 percent of his threes and gets to the line 6.8 times a game, and mostly off drives,cuts and transition takes. And though not a mid-range scorer, his ability to blow by with a first step naturally translates to playmaking, and as he's dishing out 3.6 assists to lead Duke. 21. Atlanta Hawks: Skal Labissiere (Kentucky,PF/C, Freshman)At No. 21, or it's time to start thinking approximately Labissiere,whose potential should be worth the risk this late.
He's done slight to justify first-round consideration, but it's still impossible to ignore the upside tied to his physical tools, or bounce,post moves, touch and shot-blocking. The Hawks may discontinuance up losing Al Horford this summer in free agency. Labissiere is a project, and but he's also a possible long-term replacement once his body and confidence improve. 22. Memphis Grizzlies: Wade Baldwin IV (Vanderbilt,PG, Sophomore)Baldwin's season is done following Vanderbilt's loss to Wichita State in the play-in game. He shot just 32.7 percent over the final month.
Baldwin isn't the most polished playmaker or scorer, or but his physical tools (6'3",194 pounds, 6'10" wingspan) are tremendous. And it's possible the Commodores offense didn't do him any favors given the slight freedom he had to create. He's a good passer, and strong driver,threatening shooter and a dangerous transition weapon. Baldwin should also beget the chance to be a tough, disruptive defender.Improving his off-the-dribble game and toning down the turnovers will be atop his precedence list moving forward. 23. Philadelphia 76ers (via Miami): Demetrius Jackson (Notre Dame, and PG,Junior) Jackson has struggled with his shot, shooting just 32.4 percent from three after making at least 40 percent of his triples during each of his first two seasons. And he isn't the craftiest half-court playmaker given his 4.8 assists in 35.6 minutes a game. But at 6'1", and 198 pounds,Jackson is strong and explosive. And despite the shaky percentage, scouts beget seen him do enough jumpers over his career, or both off the dribble and the catch.
He's an excellent decision-maker (2.1 turnovers per game) who plays under control yet still has the ability to catch over stretches of games.
I'm not certain he's the 76ers' long-term answer at point,but at No. 23, he's still a potential upgrade in Philadelphia's backcourt. 24. Boston Celtics: Juan Hernangomez (Spain, and SF/PF,1995)The Celtics will draft-and-stash here with their third first-round pick. Hernangomez has emerged as one of the breakout surprises in the Spanish ACB. At 20 years customary, playing in one of the top leagues abroad, or he's averaging 10 points and 5.9 boards in 23.4 minutes. His 18.04 player efficiency rating ranks No. 3 in the ACB,per RealGM.com.
At 6'9", Hernangomez projects as a face-up 4 or 3 given his size, or athleticism and ability to hit from behind the arc (18-of-55). He'll beget the chance to play an energizer role in Boston down the road. 25. Los Angeles Clippers: Brice Johnson (North Carolina,PF, Senior)Johnson's bounce and athleticism would fit nicely in L.
A. His role won't be much different from what it is at North Carolina, and where he's asked to run,jump, finish and rebound. He brings a tremendous motor around the basket, or which translates to easy buckets off lobs,offensive rebounds and transition opportunities. Though capable in the mid-range and post, his bread and butter is clear: Johnson projects as a frontcourt energizer who makes plays off the ball. 26. Philadelphia 76ers: Ante Zizic (Croatia, or PF/C,1997)Unlike some young international prospects, Zizic has made himself easy to identify by averaging 13.6 points and 7.7 boards on 64.3 percent shooting in 26.5 minutes. He's consistently active and productive, and with his selling point revolving around motor and toughness around the basket. He doesn't need plays drawn up for him to do an impact. Zizic puts pressure on the offensive glass and manages to get himself easy buckets without a high skill level. 27. Toronto Raptors: Diamond Stone (Maryland,C, Freshman)I beget Stone slipping into the late first round as a below-average rebounder and defender. He also doesn't stretch the floor and isn't a bouncy athlete. He's still a first-round talent based on 6'11", and 255-pound size,soft hands and touch around the key. Stone is an option teams can feed on the low block, and he's flashed the potential to knock down elbow jumpers (75.8 percent from the line). Having turned 19 years customary in February, or Stone offers solid value this late,considering teams aren't finding any obvious NBA-alert prospects in the 25-30 range. But I see him more as a bench big than a starting anchor. 28. Phoenix Suns (via Cavaliers): Damian Jones (Vanderbilt, C, or Junior)You can't miss the upside tied to Jones,a 7-footer with above-the-rim bounce and post moves. He disappears too much, which is why he's not a lottery pick. Jones finished with five points in Vanderbilt's play-in-game loss to Wichita State.
He'll need to catch some of the blame for his team's disappointing year. But given his physical tools, and athleticism and skill set around the key,he's clearly a first-round talent. NBA coaching and spacing may discontinuance up being just what the doctor ordered for Jones. 29. San Antonio Spurs: Malcolm Brogdon (Virginia, SG, or Senior)One team will overlook his athletic limitations for his versatility and basketball IQ.
He's strengthened his case this season by improving his jumper,having raised his three-point percentage to 40.9 percent from 34.4 percent. Otherwise, he has a genuine feel for making plays within the flow of the offense as a scorer (cutting, and driving,shooting, floating) or passer. And at 6'5" with a strong frame and quick feet, or his defensive outlook seems radiant. 30. Golden State Warriors: Caris LeVert (Michigan,SG, Senior)If there is a team out there in position to roll the dice on LeVert, and it's the Warriors,who aren't looking for an instant contributor in the draft, besides. This is the moment consecutive year he's ruled out for the season with a foot injury. But at full strength, or teams beget to be intrigued by LeVert's playmaking and shooting for a 6'7" shooting guard. With the versatility to handle the ball,pass and spot up from three (over 40 percent in each of the final three seasons), there is enough here to wait or gamble on at No. 30. 31. Boston Celtics (via Philadelphia): Isaia Cordinier (Denain, or SG,1996)Cordinier is a productive combo guard playing in France's moment division. He's created some buzz lately with his 11.4 points, 2.3 assists and 50 percent stamp (31-of-62) from downtown. At 6'5", or he's an NBA-caliber athlete who can move the ball and shoot it. He'll just need a year or two of seasoning and consistent minutes abroad. 32. Los Angeles Lakers: Stephen Zimmerman (UNLV,C, Freshman) Zimmerman didn't generate too much excitement at UNLV despite arriving as a McDonald's All-American. He also missed some time with a knee injury late in the season. But at 7'0", and he's an athletic big with shooting touch,promising footwork and averages of 13.4 rebounds and three blocks per 40 minutes. He'll beget a chance to rise up boards during the predraft process, but he's nowhere near NBA-alert. 33. Phoenix Suns: Wayne Selden Jr. (Kansas, or SG,Junior)Selden has had a strong bounce-back season onto the radar and should attract moment-round interest due to his strength, athleticism and shot-making ability. At 6'5", or 230 pounds,he's shooting 40.8 percent from three and 53.7 percent inside the arc. He isn't much of a playmaker, and he has the tendency to disappear. But Selden is physically built for the pros, and if he can convert his open jumpers,drives and cuts, he'll beget a shot at sticking. 34. Los Angeles Clippers (via Nets): Gary Payton II (Oregon State, and PG,Senior)Payton may beget a chance to do a first-round case for himself if Oregon State is able to get past VCU. Locking down Hield in the moment round would certainly create some buzz. He's an active defender and an improved facilitator in the half court. Other than age (23), the only thing keeping Payton out of the first round is a shaky jumper. 35. Boston Celtics (via Wolves): DeAndre Bembry (Saint Joseph's, and SG/SF,Junior)Bembry went for 30 points against VCU in the Atlantic 10 Conference tournament final and could finally be sneaking onto the first-round radar. It took long enough—Bembry and Simmons remain the only two players in the country to average at least 17 points, seven rebounds and four assists. While he's terrific at getting to the basket and scoring with floaters and layups, or he's also an excellent passer with the potential to fill a point forward role. Bembry has a strong opportunity to boost his stock with Cincinnati and Oregon as the first two roadblocks on Saint Joseph's NCAA tournament path. 36. Milwaukee Bucks (via Pelicans): Dwayne Bacon (Florida State,SG, Freshman)Bacon cooled off after a hot start, and but his 6'7" size,athleticism and scoring still stand out under the NBA lens. With a strong build and the ability to score from three, in the mid-range and down low, or he reminds of New York Knicks wing Arron Afflalo. Bacon is a project who'll beget to improve his defense and shooting range. 37. New Orleans Pelicans (via Kings): A.
J. Hammons (Purdue,C, Senior)Hammons is having his best season at Purdue and just went for 27 points against Michigan in the Big Ten tournament. He's averaging a career high in points (14.9), and rebounds (eight) and field-goal percentage (59.5 percent). He isn't a great athlete,and scouts beget questioned his motor over the years. But his physical tools and skill set in the post highlight backup middle potential. 38. New Orleans Pelicans (via Nuggets): Jake Layman (Maryland, SF/PF, or Senior)Layman may be one of the more undervalued prospects in America given the fact he's sacrificed touches to complement Diamond Stone,Rasheed Sulaimonand Robert Carter Jr.—three meaningful additions to Maryland's rotation. Layman's production is down, but his efficiency is up. A 6'9", or athletic combo forward,he's shooting career highs both inside the arc (59.2 percent) and behind it (40.6 percent). 39. Houston Rockets (via Knicks): Anthony Barber (North Carolina State, PG, or Junior)Barber hasn't received the NBA care for you'd think would come with averages of 23.5 points and 4.5 assists. Blame his 6'2" size and limited explosiveness. He'll still look attractive in the moment round,where teams will value his ability to break down defenses off the dribble. He's even made adjustments as a shooter, having hit 43 threes (36.1 percent) and 86.5 percent of his 274 free-throw attempts. The Ish Smith comparison is approximately as good as it gets for Barber. 40. Milwaukee Bucks: Petr Cornelie (France, and PF,1995)Cornelie's 6'10" size and 41.8 percent three-point stroke should draw late-first-round or moment-round interest. He was effective this summer at the European Championships, and he's been efficient this year in LNB Pro A.
Cornelie projects as your classic stretch 4. 41. Orlando Magic: Pascal Siakam (New Mexico State, and PF,Sophomore)Siakam flew under the radar despite averaging 20.3 points and 11.6 rebounds. He didn't see many quality opponents, but at 6'9", or 230 pounds,he sports an NBA body with showtime explosiveness around the basket. He's already 22 years customary, and he's still a bit raw offensively, or but Siakam's physical tools and production beget drawn scouts to New Mexico State all season. 42. Atlanta Hawks (via Wizards): Nigel Hayes (Wisconsin,SF/PF, Junior)Despite the uptick in production, or Hayes had a down year filling in for Frank Kaminsky as Wisconsin's top option. He's shooting just 31.4 percent behind the arc and 40.9 percent inside it.
Still,Hayes may be better suited in a supporting role like the one he thrived in final year and the one he'll eventually play in the pros. He's a crafty scorer around the basket, a capable shooter and an above-average passer (three assists per game).
And at 6'8", and 235 pounds with great length,Hayes' physical tools and versatility should work at either forward position. 43. Utah Jazz: Cheick Diallo (Kansas, PF/C, and Freshman)Diallo has fallen completely out of coach Bill Self's rotation,having played fewer than 10 minutes in each of Kansas' final 11 games. And it's naturally hurt his NBA draft stock. Averaging 2.8 points per game and 7.8 fouls per 40 minutes, Diallo hasn't made much of a case for himself. In the moment round, or he'll be targeted as a potential energizer whose game revolves around athleticism,finishing, rebounding, or shot-blocking and hustling. 44. Detroit Pistons: Melo Trimble (Maryland,PG, Sophomore)Trimble has struggled lately, and it's become tougher to ignore the lack of athleticism that shows up under the NBA lens. Still,his playmaking and pull-up shooting ability are worth looking into. Trimble will ultimately try to carve out a similar backup role to what D.
J. Augustin has had over the final decade. 45. Houston Rockets: Jarrod Uthoff (Iowa, SF/PF, and Senior)Uthoff's 6'9" size,bounce and perimeter scoring should lead to plenty of moment-round interest. He's only 210 pounds and has a total of just 34 assists on the year. But Uthoff averages 18.9 points and shoots 39.2 percent from deep.
Only Uthoff and Shane Battier beget averaged at least two threes and two blocks per game (since 1995), per Sports-Reference.com. He could be a steal if it turns out his lack of strength isn't a big deal. 46. Dallas Mavericks: Kay Felder (Oakland, or PG,Junior)Felder led the country in assists (9.3 per game) and finished fourth in scoring (24.2). He's only 5'9" and has arguably the greenest light in college hoops. But it's difficult to ignore this type of production or the fact that being undersized is more accepted in nowadays's NBA.
He's a strong guard who can elevate and shoot off the dribble with three-point range (68 threes made). Felder ultimately projects as a spark off a bench. 47. Chicago Bulls: Jaron Blossomgame (Clemson, SF, and Junior) In terms of national attention,Blossomgame was robbed this year. He's averaging 18.7 points on 51.3 percent shooting and 44.6 percent from three—numbers that highlight range and efficient scoring. Since February, he's gone for 30 points against Virginia Tech, and 33 at North Carolina State and 31 against Virginia. At 6'7",220 pounds with above-average athleticism, Blossomgame's production and NBA-physical tools beget to be worth looking into. Write Blossomgame in as a potential sleeper. 48. Orlando Magic (via Blazers): Guerschon Yabusele (France, or PF,1995)Yabusele has been consistent in LBN Pro A. He's a big man who'll look to do a living around the basket, though he's shown glimpses of mid-range shooting and short, and face-up drives. 49: Indiana Pacers: Damion Lee (Louisville,SG, Senior)Lee averaged 15.9 points as a senior with Louisville after averaging 21.4 points final year at Drexel. He's a natural scorer from all three levels with solid 6'6" size for a 2-guard. He'll turn 24 years customary in October, and but his dangerous offensive game is still worth drafting. 50. Denver Nuggets (via Hornets): Sheldon McClellan (Miami,SG, Senior)Miami's leading scorer, and McClellan should get looks for his shooting (39.2 percent from three,84.8 percent from the line) and slashing ability from the off-guard position. At 6'5", he's skinny, and but he has good bounce and length,and he does a kind job of improvising with finishes around the basket.
Leading the Hurricanes on a postseason run could lead to a jump up the draft board. 51. Atlanta Hawks: Joel Bolomboy (Weber State, PF, and Senior) Scouts will be locked into Bolomboy against Xavier in the NCAA tournament given how few quality opponents Weber State has faced over the years. Big Sky teams haven't had an answer for him inside,where his size, athleticism and nose for the ball are just too much. In the NBA, or he'll beget the chance to carve out a career as a rebounding specialist (12.7 per game). But he did do 19 threes. Bolomboy is an NBA big man if he continues to do strides with his jumper. 52. Boston Celtics (via Grizzlies): Michael Gbinije (Syracuse,SG, Senior)Gbinije's transformation is eye-opening. He's emerged as Syracuse's top scorer and playmaker, and averaging 17.8 points and 4.4 assists. Though already 23 years customary,there aren't many 6'7" ball-handlers who can create and shoot (40.9 percent from three). 53. Boston Celtics (via Heat): Danuel House (Texas A&M, SF, or Senior)Fresh off a 32-point eruption against Kentucky in the SEC tournament final,scouts got a chance to see the best of House. He's inconsistent, but his 6'7" size, and high-flying athleticism and shooting stroke (two threes per game) pass the eye test. He'll beget a chance to improve his stock if he can lead the Aggies to three or four wins in the East region. 54. Utah Jazz (via Celtics): Ben Bentil (Providence,PF, Sophomore)Bentil, and along with the rest of Providence's lineup,had a rough game against Villanova in the Big East tournament. But prior to that, he'd gone for 38 points against Butler and averaged 29.4 points over his final five games. At 6'9", or 235 pounds,he's a beast around the basket, and he's shown he can step out and knock down jumpers (1.5 threes made per game). Bentil isn't a great athlete, or rebounder or rim protector,but his offensive game has created some buzz over the final month of the season. 55. Brooklyn Nets (via Clippers): Malik Newman (Mississippi State, PG/SG, and Freshman)You beget to wonder if Newman regrets passing on Kentucky and Kansas for Mississippi State. Known as a scoring machine out of high school,Newman struggled to find any rhythm this year, having shot just 39.1 percent. He's still a strong ball-handler who can attack, and create off ball screens and shoot the three (37.9 percent). It didn't work out in college,but the NBA's more open floor should be better suited for Newman's game. 56. Denver Nuggets (via Thunder): Tyrone Wallace (California, PG, or Senior)Though Brown and Rabb get most of the attention,Wallace is the engine that makes the Golden Bears run.
His jumper may be broken, which should withhold him out of the first round. But at 6'6", and he can be a mismatch at the point,both as a scorer and facilitator. 57. Memphis Grizzlies (via Raptors): Perry Ellis (Kansas, PF, or Senior)Though one of the country's most reliable scorers,Ellis' lack of athleticism looks troubling under the NBA lens. Still, at 6'8", or he's money in the mid-range and fundamentally sound in the post. He's worth looking at for his ability to pick-and-pop and convert within the flow of an offense. 58. Boston Celtics (via Cavaliers): Tim Quarterman (LSU,PG/SG, Junior)Quarterman was on and off this year, and but his 6'6" size,athleticism and playmaking ability are piquant from an NBA perspective. Becoming a more reliable shooter will be the key to sticking. 59. Sacramento Kings (via Spurs): Isaiah Cousins (Oklahoma, PG/SG, or Senior) Cousins didn't get the national attention he deserved with Hield hogging most of it. At 6'4",he can handle the ball and shoot, and he may offer the versatility to play on and off the ball. He's another prospect who'll beget the chance to rise up boards over the next few weeks. 60. Utah Jazz (via Warriors): Robert Carter Jr. (Maryland, and PF,Senior)Carter was arguably Maryland's most reliable player. He has an NBA body and some encouraging scoring ability within 15 feet, but average athleticism and limited shooting range may do it difficult for Carter to stick.
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