FINAL 2024 NBA Mock Draft V.8
FINAL 2024 NBA Mock Draft V.8
The Last Dance. It's Time for the FINAL 2024 NBA Mock Draft of the cycle.
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The day that you’ve all been waiting for has arrived.
It doesn’t matter if they say this isn’t the greatest draft class. So what if there’s uncertainty on the near horizon?
Chaos has been invited to the dinner table this year, and guess what…that uncertainty is what’s making this class more intriguing than ever.
Leading up to the 2024 NBA Draft, there’s been more buzz than ever. Teams continue to be all over the place when it comes to trying to figure out some of the range for prospects in this class. There are plenty of names that are in discussion with a wide range of selections.
That uncertainty has been felt across the league. For every couple of incoming messages that share the same predictions, another one involves a completely different script.
That type of anarchy should bring plenty of viewing excitement when it comes to the next couple of days.
A couple quick notes.
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IT’S DRAFT DAY
#1. ATLANTA HAWKS - Zaccharie Risacher, F, JL Bourg
HEIGHT: 6’9.75”
WEIGHT: 195 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’9.5”
YEAR: 2005 Born (19)
11.1 PTS, 4.0 REB, 0.9 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.4 BLK
47.0 FG%, 38.7 3P%, 70.7 FT%
65 Games, 23.3 MIN
Stephen: There has been a lot of smoke coming from Atlanta that Zaccharie Risacher could be the guy the Hawks would be interested in at #1. It makes sense for a few reasons. One, Landry Fields and Kyle Korver were NBA wings, so perhaps they are more comfortable with scouting that position. Two, the NBA is a wing’s league. Lastly, his archetype fits with what would help propel Atlanta to contention. Is it that big of a deal that Risacher isn’t the best self-creator for this team? They have two guards who are best served in a high-usage role. Their current bigs aren’t floor spacers, and Jalen Johnson would be best served with some spacing.
Risacher was a reliable shooter with a large sample size of shooting success—he played more games than just about any other prospect in this class. His help defense could boost Atlanta as a better team defense, given the strengths of the big men on this roster. There is also the chance that he develops into a better creator—even if it is less instinctual creation and more methodical. That sort of upside, along with his shooting and defensive tools, make him a strong candidate for the Hawks at one.
#2. WASHINGTON WIZARDS - Alexandre Sarr, F/C, Perth
HEIGHT: 7’1”
WEIGHT: 224 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’4.25”
YEAR: 2005 Born (19)
9.6 PTS, 4.5 REB, 1.0 AST, 0.4 STL, 1.5 BLK
50.0 FG%, 27.6 3P%, 70.7 FT%
30 Games, 18.0 MIN
Albert: The Wizards are looking for players with star potential who can immediately improve their team. Sarr is the right choice because he accomplishes both. Sarr will be an impact defender from the jump and has the potential to become a really versatile offensive option if the shooting comes together. Sarr’s mobility, length, and size on defense make him a disruptive presence from day one. His role on offense will be simple as a rim-runner and vertical threat, but he has flashed some shooting potential and even some ball-handling ability. Sarr will also provide a ton of activity on the offensive boards. Whatever the Wizards do with their roster, you can’t pass up on a talent like Sarr if he’s still available at #2. Sarr may not be the unicorn that some make him out to be, but there is a lot to like about his game and potential.
#3. HOUSTON ROCKETS - Reed Sheppard, G, Kentucky
HEIGHT: 6’3”
WEIGHT: 182 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’3.25”
YEAR: Freshman (20)
12.5 PTS, 4.1 REB, 4.5 AST, 2.5 STL, 0.7 BLK
53.6 FG%, 52.1 3P%, 83.1 FT%
33 Games, 28.9 MIN
Maxwell: Reed Sheppard fits the Houston Rockets like a glove. The franchise currently needs spacing. It would help open up the post for Alperen Sengun and driving lanes for the lines of Amen Thompson, Jalen Green, and Cam Whitmore. Sheppard, a 52.1% three-point shooter, will be more than comfortable spacing the floor. Plus, his nifty transition passing bag would fit well with the up-tempo stylings of their young core. Additionally, he provides a nasty defensive playmaking punch. Sheppard’s 4.6 STL% and 2.5 BLK% were outstanding marks for a guard.
A small guard may seem rich at this point. However, Sheppard was an outlier three-point shooter and defensive event creator. He’s a reliable decision-maker who can move the ball quickly. Even if he doesn’t hit an optimal outcome, he’s a perfect complement to the slew of other high-upside players that the Rockets already have in place. At worst, he’s a clean fit. At best, he’s their future starting point guard with a mix of high-value skills.
#4. SAN ANTONIO SPURS - Stephon Castle, G, UConn
HEIGHT: 6’6.75”
WEIGHT: 210 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’9”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
10.7 PTS, 4.7 REB, 2.9 AST, 0.8 STL, 0.6 BLK
47.0 FG%, 26.2 3P%, 76.0 FT%
34 Games, 27.0 MIN
Metcalf: With two Top 8 picks, the Spurs have to swing for the fences on at least one of them. There may not be a bigger swing than Stephon Castle, who has the upside to be the best player in the draft. Yes, Castle has some very legitimate shooting concerns and will not be an immediate salve to San Antonio’s shooting struggles. However, his offensive versatility, decision-making, and processing speed will fit how the Spurs like to play. The discussion of whether or not he’s a point guard ultimately doesn’t matter because, at the very least, Castle should be one of the main decision-makers. Whether that comes in a PG role or a tertiary one, Castle will improve the all-around decision-making of their offense. Additionally, Castle is one of the best perimeter defenders in the class, and he will pair brilliantly with Victor Wembanyama and the rest of their young core. Ultimately, it’ll be the shot that determines Castle’s ceiling. If the shot is never a legitimate tool for Castle, he still brings tremendous defense, playmaking, and rebounding to the table. We’ve seen these players thrive through their high feel and ability to be used in creative ways to leverage their strengths. If the shot does come around to respectable levels of efficiency and volume, though, Castle has legitimate All-Star potential.
#5. DETROIT PISTONS - Matas Buzelis, F, Ignite
HEIGHT: 6’10”
WEIGHT: 197 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10”
YEAR: 2004 Born (19)
14.1 PTS, 6.6 REB, 1.9 AST, 0.9 STL, 1.9 BLK
45.5 FG%, 26.1 3P%, 69.6 FT%
34 Games, 30.9 MIN
Rucker: There have been plenty of names in discussion when it comes to the Detroit Pistons here at #5. With the Pistons naming Trajan Langdon as the team’s new President of Basketball Operations, it’s going to be fascinating to see which direction the Pistons head in here. G League Ignite forward Matas Buzelis continues to be a name buzzing here. It’s not hard to see the upside with Buzelis; he’s a lengthy forward at 6’10” with the potential to be a dangerous floor-spacing asset with plenty of offensive tools to untap. Detroit has been looking for shooting help over the years. The hope is that the Pistons are going to let the combination of Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey run wild this year (finally). The best way to help that duo is to get some shooting help and size into the mix. Buzelis came into the year with a reputation as a potential floor-spacing weapon. After a down year with the Ignite, some have questions about the legitimacy of his shot moving forward. One year doesn’t tell the story, and Buzelis has a solid form to work with. If the frame continues to add good weight, Buzelis has the upside to be one of the top talents from this class. For a team like the Pistons, it’s a swing that can pay off in a big way.
#6. CHARLOTTE HORNETS - Cody Williams, F, Colorado
HEIGHT: 6’7.75”
WEIGHT: 178 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’1”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
11.9 PTS, 3.0 REB, 1.6 AST, 0.6 STL, 0.7 BLK
55.2 FG%, 41.5 3P%, 71.4 FT%
24 Games, 28.4 MIN
Rowan: It wasn’t the easiest season for Colorado’s Cody Williams, as he had a stellar start to the season but saw his production and health take a nosedive in the back half of his freshman campaign. Williams lands in a great situation for himself, however, as he can play a key role in Charlotte’s rebuild while burnishing his signature skills. Pairing Brandon Miller with another lanky forward is a gamble. With the rim protection of Mark Williams and the table-setting from LaMelo Ball, though, Cody Williams has the luxury of stepping into a team concept that could still use another scorer in the long term without leading to his presence on opposing scouting reports in the short term. Although unconventional, this fit is one of the best for Williams across the whole lottery.
#7. PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS - Donovan Clingan, C, UConn
HEIGHT: 7’3”
WEIGHT: 282 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’6.75”
YEAR: Sophomore (20)
12.9 PTS, 7.5 REB, 1.5 AST, 0.5 STL, 2.5 BLK
64.3 FG%, 28.6 3P%, 57.4 FT%
35 Games, 22.5 MIN
Nick: Given the buzz around Donovan Clingan near the top of the draft and also the buzz linking Portland to Zach Edey, the Trail Blazers would be overjoyed to have Clingan here at #7. Clingan’s interior presence defensively would be huge for a Blazers squad that struggled to defend the basket last season, and his rim-running abilities and underrated passing vision would also open up the floor for them on the other end. He would be a punishing pick-and-roll option to pair with Portland’s young guards, and Portland can afford to ease Clingan into a bigger role more slowly than other teams near the top of the draft given the presence of Deandre Ayton down low.
#8. SAN ANTONIO SPURS (via TOR) - Devin Carter, G, Providence
HEIGHT: 6’3.5”
WEIGHT: 193 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8.75”
YEAR: Junior (22)
19.7 PTS, 8.7 REB, 3.6 AST, 1.8 STL, 1.0 BLK
47.3 FG%, 37.7 3P%, 74.9 FT%
33 Games, 35.3 MIN
Stephen: The Spurs have a multitude of paths they could go down, given the generational talent of Victor Wembanyama. Adding a prospect like Stephon Castle with the fourth pick gives San Antonio a wing who can contribute defensively while also being a smart offensive wing. With the addition of Devin Carter, now the Spurs add even more defensive tenacity. Carter figures to have a real shot at All-Defensive upside, given his ridiculous steal and block rates that he posted this season for Providence. He tested well at the combine, beating several of his peers in verticality and agility. What is best about his testing is that it shows functionality in his film.
Many speak of Carter’s defensive intensity, but the son of NBA vet Anthony Carter has seen his offensive game go heavily under-discussed. Carter improved his outside shot to the tune of nearly 38% on good volume. His strength and leaping ability resulted in over 20 dunks on the season as well. Adding Castle and Carter to Wemby and Vassell gives the Spurs a strong, defensive identity with the upside to grow into a Western Conference mainstay.
#9. MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES - Ron Holland, F, Ignite
HEIGHT: 6’7.75”
WEIGHT: 197 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10.75”
YEAR: 2005 Born (18)
19.5 PTS, 6.7 REB, 2.9 AST, 2.3 STL, 0.9 BLK
46.0 FG%, 24.0 3P%, 72.8 FT%
29 Games, 36.0 MIN
Maxwell: Ron Holland’s G League Ignite tenure was up and down. On one hand, his 24% mark from long range is hard to ignore. But it’s important to also look at what he did well. Holland managed to get deep into the paint on a consistent basis. He rebounded the ball well. Despite often being knocked for his decision-making, Holland actually posted a positive assist-to-turnover ratio down the stretch and ended the year with a 16.1 AST%. He produced over three stocks per game. Simply put, Ron Holland plays hard and makes things happen.
For the Grizzlies, Holland makes a world of sense. He helps add to their wing depth. With jumbo shooters like Santi Aldama and Jaren Jackson Jr., the floor will be opened up for his explosive and slick downhill drives. Plus, he further cements their intense defensive identity. The Grizzlies knocked the GG Jackson pick out of the park last year. Now, they’re likely getting one last big bite at the apple while picking in the Top 10. Holland could make it two years in a row that they score big on an exceptionally talented prospect coming off a down year.
#10. UTAH JAZZ - Nikola Topic, G, Crvena Zvezda
HEIGHT: 6’7”
WEIGHT: 203 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’5.5”
YEAR: 2005 Born (18)
14.5 PTS, 3.2 REB, 5.5 AST, 1.0 STL, 0.1 BLK
49.8 FG%, 30.6 3P%, 87.8 FT%
23 Games, 27.8 MIN
Rucker: One of the biggest curveballs to keep an eye on for Draft Night has become the potential landing spot for Serbian guard Nikola Topic. A couple of months ago, Topic was in consideration for one of the top picks in this class. After returning from a previous injury, Topic looked to be finding his groove and showcased some impressive strides as an off-ball scorer, especially with his outside shot. Topic, listed at 6’7”, is a wizard with the ball in his hands. His feel for the game is tremendous, especially when it comes to reading defenses and exploiting windows, in order to create scoring opportunities for himself or easy buckets for his teammates. There’s plenty of buzz still connecting Topic to the San Antonio Spurs at #8. If he makes it past there, Topic’s value, age, and upside could be intriguing for an organization like the Jazz. Topic could develop to make a dangerous playmaking duo in the backcourt alongside Keyonte George, giving the Jazz some exciting versatility to work with when it comes to two talented ball-handlers.
#11. CHICAGO BULLS - Dalton Knecht, W, Tennessee
HEIGHT: 6’6.5”
WEIGHT: 212 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’9”
YEAR: Senior (23)
21.7 PTS, 4.9 REB, 1.8 AST, 0.7 STL, 0.6 BLK
45.8 FG%, 39.7 3P%, 77.2 FT%
36 Games, 30.6 MIN
Rowan: The times are changing in the Windy City, as evidenced by Josh Giddey swapping spots with Alex Caruso, but adding Dalton Knecht to this new-look Bulls team is a savvy move regardless. Knecht is a polished scorer who gets to his spots and nails shots at a high clip, whether beyond the arc or through self-creation. He’s a better athlete than he gets credit for and has the frame and mindset to show some defensive improvement. An added plus is, more so than any other team in the lottery, the Bulls are uniquely positioned due to their tumult to give Knecht the chance to emerge as a scorer of a similar caliber that he was in college at the NBA level. While he might not get there, there will be few guardrails holding back the full extent of what Knecht can do in Chicago.
#12. OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER - Tidjane Salaun, F, Cholet Basket
HEIGHT: 6’10”
WEIGHT: 217 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’1.5”
YEAR: 2005 Born (18)
9.7 PTS, 3.9 REB, 0.9 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.2 BLK
40.6 FG%, 31.6 3P%, 74.8 FT%
54 Games, 23.4 MIN
Metcalf: Tidjane Salaun is still incredibly raw, but few organizations have proven to have a more effective and patient developmental approach than the Thunder. Salaun likely won’t help the Thunder right away, but he is arguably the best upside swing at this spot. Additionally, if he hits, Salaun fills a position of need. Salaun is easily one of the hardest-working players in this draft, which is highly encouraging for how quickly he can continue to develop. Salaun projects to be a good shooter with a ton of defensive versatility and rebound upside. Unfortunately, he doesn’t always seem to know what he’s doing on the court. However, he compensates for it with incredible effort and physical tools. Thankfully, the best way to learn and slow the game down is to play, and the Thunder do a fantastic job of putting their young developmental pieces in position to improve. Salaun has the potential to earn rotation minutes by the end of his first year if things go right, but year two could really be his coming out party when he is better placed to fully harness his physical tools, rebounding, shooting, and all-around activity.
#13. SACRAMENTO KINGS - Tristan Da Silva, F, Colorado
HEIGHT: 6’9.5”
WEIGHT: 217 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10.25”
YEAR: Senior (23)
16.0 PTS, 5.1 REB, 2.4 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.6 BLK
49.2 FG%, 39.5 3P%, 83.5 FT%
34 Games, 33.8 MIN
Nick: Tristan da Silva and the Sacramento Kings are a match made in heaven for multiple reasons. For one, Monte McNair and the front office for the Kings have tended to go for older, more experienced players in the draft (see: Colby Jones and Jalen Slawson last year, Keegan Murray the year before, and Davion Mitchell and Neemias Queta the year before that). Also, the biggest need for the Kings right now is a forward with length–da Silva clocked in at 6’8.25” barefoot with a 6’10.25” wingspan at the Draft Combine. Furthermore, da Silva is a great connective playmaker, an exceptional cutter, and a versatile defender; he also shot 38.6% from deep over his four-year college career. He could bolster the bench for the Kings right away, and he could potentially be the fifth starter if Harrison Barnes is moved–just as Keegan Murray was a gap-filling, shoot-first fifth starter for the Kings in his rookie season.
#14. PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS (via GSW) - Kyshawn George, W, Miami
HEIGHT: 6’8.25”
WEIGHT: 209 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10.25”
YEAR: Freshman (20)
7.6 PTS, 3.0 REB, 2.2 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.4 BLK
42.6 FG%, 40.8 3P%, 77.8 FT%
31 Games, 23.0 MIN
Albert: Kyshawn George is one of the more divisive prospects in this class because his strengths and weaknesses are so clear. George shot 40.8% from three on over four attempts per game and showcased some deep range on his jumper. George is also a very underrated passer who didn’t get to flash a ton of it because of the roster he played on last season. George is a ground-bound athlete, is still developing as a defender, and has to continue adding mass to his frame. George also had some trouble finishing around the rim due to his lack of strength and vertical pop. Even with those concerns, it wouldn’t be shocking to see the Blazers take a chance on George here because of his arsenal on the offensive side of the ball. This may seem high to some, but the Blazers like players of his size, and the outside shooting and feel set him apart.
#15. MIAMI HEAT - Jared McCain, G, Duke
HEIGHT: 6’3.25”
WEIGHT: 203 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’3.5”
YEAR: Freshman (20)
14.3 PTS, 5.0 REB, 1.9 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.1 BLK
46.2 FG%, 41.4 3P%, 88.5 FT%
36 Games, 31.6 MIN
Stephen: The Miami Heat do not have a lottery pick, but they are able to walk away with a lottery-level talent in the eyes of many here. Jared McCain has a lot of game, but those who have gotten the chance to know him rave about his character just as much as his abilities on the floor. That figures to bold well for the future of Heat Culture.
It’s no secret that floor spacing has been an issue for Miami, especially given the departures of Gabe Vincent and Max Strus. If there is one thing McCain brings to the pros, it’s shooting. Jared shot over 41% from distance on 11 attempts per 100 possessions. What helps McCain’s projectability is that he is well-built for a sub-6’4” guard. He weighed in at 203 pounds at the combine. That strength played a major part in his awesome rebounding numbers and his ending the season in the 70th percentile in at-rim finishing. Miami values character, strength, and selfless skill sets. McCain fits that mold.
#16. PHILADELPHIA 76ERS - Rob Dillingham, G, Kentucky
HEIGHT: 6’2.25”
WEIGHT: 164 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’3”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
15.2 PTS, 2.9 REB, 3.9 AST, 1.0 STL, 0.1 BLK
47.5 FG%, 44.4 3P%, 79.6 FT%
32 Games, 23.3 MIN
Maxwell: The 76ers are in an odd spot as they have a myriad of open roster spots. If nothing else, Rob Dillingham presents an interesting upside swing. He’s a dynamic, shifty self-creator with deep range. He did a tremendous job of operating within the flow of Kentucky’s offense and making hot potato skips, but he’s also got some real creativity with the rock. His footwork and handle are slick, but he’s an intelligent ball screen manipulator, too.
The fit is a bit odd. Dillingham weighed under 170 pounds at the NBA Combine, and he struggled defensively at Kentucky. The pairing of Dillingham and Tyrese Maxey could complicate things defensively. However, Dillingham is ultimately too intriguing of an offensive engine bet to let fall any further. If nothing else, he may be able to provide an immediate scoring spark off the bench. Dillingham simply being on the board here could also open up interesting trade-back scenarios to further open up cap space as well. Either way, Dillingham’s fall must stop here.
#17. LOS ANGELES LAKERS - Zach Edey, C, Purdue
HEIGHT: 7’5”
WEIGHT: 299 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’10.75”
YEAR: Senior (22)
25.0 PTS, 12.2 REB, 2.0 AST, 0.3 STL, 2.2 BLK
62.4 FG%, 50.0 3P% (0.1A), 71.0 FT%
39 Games, 32.0 MIN
Nick: The Lakers are in a fascinating position after a season that did not end the way that they wanted it to, as they found themselves in the play-in tournament before dropping their first round series to the Nuggets in five games. While they could choose to go in a few different directions here, their center position was probably their weakest group positionally. Enter 7’4” behemoth Zach Edey, who would give the Lakers a huge scoring punch off the bench. Edey’s crushing screens and gravity around the basket would provide a different element for the Lakers; he would also help out on the offensive glass for a team that ranked dead last in offensive rebounding last season. There might be teams higher up in the draft who opt for Edey, but it doesn’t seem likely that the Lakers would let him slip past them at #17.
#18. ORLANDO MAGIC - Carlton Carrington, G, Pittsburgh
HEIGHT: 6’5”
WEIGHT: 195 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8”
YEAR: Freshman (18)
13.8 PTS, 5.2 REB, 4.1 AST, 0.6 STL, 0.2 BLK
41.2 FG%, 32.2 3P%, 78.5 FT%
33 Games, 33.2 MIN
Rowan: While it was a resurgent season for the Orlando Magic, the up-and-coming team is still missing a few key ingredients of a bona-fide contender. The biggest hole for the Magic is shooting, along with creation outside of their top tandem in Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero. Though raw and not quite ready to step into the immediate spotlight, Carlton Carrington brings the exact scoring punch that could complete Orlando’s vision. Although he’s one of the younger guards in the draft, Carrington displayed a nuanced reading of the pick-and-roll game at Pittsburgh. This was built on the strength of his pull-up shooting, which is far ahead in his developmental curve, and he has the scoring chops to be a key contributor off the bench for a Magic team that’s just some shooting away from reaching their ceiling.
#19. TORONTO RAPTORS - Ja’Kobe Walter, G, Baylor
HEIGHT: 6’5.5”
WEIGHT: 198 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
14.5 PTS, 4.4 REB, 1.4 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.2 BLK
37.6 FG%, 34.1 3P%, 79.2 FT%
35 Games, 32.3 MIN
Albert: Ja’Kobe Walter had a rough freshman season for Baylor. He was expected to come in, offer a ton of scoring, and shoulder the burden on the offensive side of the ball. Although Walter had some nice games to start the season, the burden of being a driving force of the offense became a lot to bear. Although Walter didn’t have the season that he wanted, he’s still an extremely enticing NBA prospect. Walter has good mechanics on his jumper, and although he only shot 34.1% on threes, he took over six of them per game. The volume is meaningful, and in an NBA context, you’d expect the percentages to jump up in a supporting role. The Raptors are now a young team with a young superstar in Scottie Barnes; adding someone like Walter to that equation is exciting because of his ability to play next to a main guy. Walter still has to develop an in-between game, but he drew a ton of fouls and showed off some real ability as a movement shooter. Walter isn’t ready to be an impact defender from day one, but the bones are there; with time he could become very good on that side of the ball. He’s got a plus wingspan and a good frame to build upon, as well.
#20. CLEVELAND CAVALIERS - Johnny Furphy, W, Kansas
HEIGHT: 6’8.75”
WEIGHT: 189 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
9.0 PTS, 4.9 REB, 1.0 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.3 BLK
46.6 FG%, 35.2 3P%, 76.5 FT%
33 Games, 24.1 MIN
Metcalf: Johnny Furphy cooled off as the season came to a close after a blistering January, and he has experienced a turbulent pre-draft process. Despite his inconsistencies at the end of the year when he was suddenly thrust into being a primary perimeter scoring option after coming off the bench to start the season, Furphy still has tremendous upside and intrigue. At his size with his physical tools, Furphy is a fantastic rebounder and off-ball mover. As the shot continues to improve and find its consistency, Furphy could be one of the elite off-ball scorers from this class. The biggest area of improvement, though, is on defense; Furphy regularly looked lost on that end of the floor. In year one, Furphy likely won’t contribute much, but that shouldn’t necessarily be the goal. Kenny Atkinson has a solid record of player development; if the Cavs are patient and allow Furphy to develop, especially physically, he could be a sublime complement to Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, and Evan Mobley in the coming years (assuming no major roster moves).
#21. NEW ORLEANS PELICANS (via MIL) - Kel’el Ware, F/C, Indiana
HEIGHT: 7’1”
WEIGHT: 230 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’4.5”
YEAR: Sophomore (20)
15.9 PTS, 9.9 REB, 1.5 AST, 0.6 STL, 1.9 BLK
58.6 FG%, 42.5 3P%, 63.4 FT%
30 Games, 32.2 MIN
Stephen: The Pelicans are a good, young team that already has a semblance of a pecking order established–even if Brandon Ingram doesn’t return. Zion Williamson will be the engine of this offense, with Trey Murphy III being a strong, two-way wing. Herb Jones will also be featured heavily. With the floor spacing issues that Herb and Zion can bring to the table, New Orleans will have to be creative at the center position.
Kel’el Ware once was thought to give Dereck Lively a run for his money in last year’s draft. After a disappointing stint in Oregon, Ware transferred to Indiana and found a renewed sense of dedication to improvement. Ware proved to be consistent around the rim and showed some solid rim protection and rebounding, but he also shot over 42% from deep on about one attempt per game. Ware’s potential as a floor-spacing big who can also block shots consistently could make him invaluable specifically to the Pels, as he could allow Zion to flourish at what he does best.
#22. PHOENIX SUNS - Tyler Kolek, G, Marquette
HEIGHT: 6’2.5”
WEIGHT: 197 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’2.75”
YEAR: Senior (23)
15.3 PTS, 4.9 REB, 7.7 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.2 BLK
49.6 FG%, 38.8 3P%, 85.1 FT%
31 Games, 33.0 MIN
Maxwell: The Phoenix Suns are in a precarious financial situation. As a result, they need immediate contributors. Additionally, the point guard spot was a sore spot last season. Kolek’s game is both simple and masterful. He lives on an ideal shot diet, taking shots only from beyond the arc and at the rim. He’s an otherworldly passer with stellar vision who can wire feeds through tight windows. His level of intensity never fades. There are concerns about how Kolek will hold up defensively, given his short wingspan and shaky ground coverage. Still, for a Phoenix Suns team with loads of star power, Kolek could be the perfect straw to stir the drink.
#23. MILWAUKEE BUCKS (via NOLA) - Terrence Shannon Jr., W, Illinois
HEIGHT: 6’7”
WEIGHT: 219 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8.75”
YEAR: Senior (23)
23.0 PTS, 4.0 REB, 2.3 AST, 1.0 STL, 0.9 BLK
47.5 FG%, 36.2 3P%, 80.1 FT%
32 Games, 33.9 MIN
Rucker: It’s been a rollercoaster of a couple of months for Illinois wing Terrence Shannon Jr. A couple of weeks ago, Shannon was found not guilty in a legal case involving felony rape and aggravated sexual assault charges. Throughout the year, teams have been monitoring the situation closely. Since the case was dismissed, Shannon has been one of the top names buzzing in NBA circles. Despite his age, Shannon was a tremendous talent in college basketball this year for Illinois. He’s a talented wing who can get downhill in a hurry and use his strength to bully his way to the basket. Shannon has buzzed over the years for his versatility and defensive upside, going back to his time at Texas Tech. The Bucks find themselves heading into an interesting offseason. There are going to be plenty of motivated parties when it comes to getting Milwaukee back into contention in the Eastern Conference. That could mean the Bucks will look to emphasize getting some talents who can offer athleticism and versatility on the defensive side of the ball. Shannon would fit the bill perfectly if he’s still on the board, and the buzz suggests this could be his floor on Draft Night.
#24. NEW YORK KNICKS (via DAL) - Ryan Dunn, F, Virginia
HEIGHT: 6’7.5”
WEIGHT: 214 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’1.5”
YEAR: Sophomore (21)
8.1 PTS, 6.9 REB, 0.8 AST, 1.3 STL, 2.3 BLK
54.8 FG%, 20.0 3P%, 53.2 FT%
34 Games, 27.5 MIN
Albert: After the seismic move of adding Mikal Bridges to this roster, the Knicks became one of the most interesting and important teams in the draft. Most will wonder if these picks are part of a different package or if they’ll be looked upon as guys to help fill the roster. If Dunn were the pick here, he’d bring a ton to the team that Coach Thibs loves. Dunn is easily the best defender in this class and maybe the best defensive prospect we’ve seen in years. His playmaking on the defensive side of the ball is insane; he averaged over 3.6 stocks per game, can easily guard one through four, and is a ferocious competitor. Dunn does not offer much offense at all, but if he could develop some sort of a shooting stroke, it would be hard to keep him off the floor. At the very least, he could be a screener in pick-and-roll sets and terrorize other teams in transition.
#25. NEW YORK KNICKS - Baylor Scheierman, F, Creighton
HEIGHT: 6’7.5”
WEIGHT: 202 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8.25”
YEAR: Senior (23)
18.5 PTS, 9.0 REB, 3.9 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.1 BLK
44.8 FG%, 38.1 3P%, 87.6 FT%
35 Games, 36.8 MIN
Paige: The “Villanova” Knicks just pulled off a massive trade for Mikal Bridges and had to get rid of A TON of picks to get him, but this move only solidifies the Knicks as one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference. According to Woj, the Knicks are still looking to retain OG Anunoby in free agency; however, this only makes keeping Isaiah Hartenstein more difficult. If this is the case, the Knicks need all the depth they can get for the time being—and Creighton’s Baylor Scheierman could be a great piece to add bench depth. Scheierman offers plus size on the perimeter (6’8”), is a knockdown volume shooter from beyond the arc, and has awesome playmaking ability as well. Scheierman was also incredibly productive at the college level and is no stranger when it comes to playing loads of minutes and availability during the season. He’s just a guy who can contribute to winning basketball for the Knicks; he can come in and play his role and be great at it.
#26. WASHINGTON WIZARDS (via LAC) - Kyle Filipowski, F/C, Duke
HEIGHT: 7’0”
WEIGHT: 230 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10.5”
YEAR: Sophomore (20)
16.4 PTS, 8.3 REB, 2.8 AST, 1.1 STL, 1.5 BLK
50.5 FG%, 34.8 3P%, 67.1 FT%
36 Games, 30.4 MIN
Stephen: There are rumors that his pick could be on the move in a potential deal with the Sacramento Kings in a Kyle Kuzma move. While that possibility exists, Filipowski could make a lot of sense for the Wizards here if things stand pat. Even with the addition of Alex Sarr with the second pick in the draft, the Wizards don’t have a ton of size. Beyond that, there just aren’t a lot of good passers across the positional spectrum that would allow the Wizards to play a more open system.
Filipowski profiles as a modern big man, as he can pass particularly well for his position, he is comfortable putting the ball on the deck, and he has the ability to shoot the long ball. Even though he wasn’t tremendously efficient, he still shot about 35% from deep on over six attempts per 100 possessions. He rebounded well–which could help when he and Sarr inevitably share the court together. He also registered a good block and steals percentage. The Boston Celtics showed how successful a team can be with a 5-out offense. Being able to add two big men who have the offensive and defensive versatility that Flip and Sarr have at their age could help Washington play their way into the playoffs.
#27. MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES - Isaiah Collier, G, USC
HEIGHT: 6’3.75”
WEIGHT: 205 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’4.75”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
16.3 PTS, 2.9 REB, 4.3 AST, 1.5 STL, 0.2 BLK
49.0 FG%, 33.8 3P%, 67.3 FT%
27 Games, 30.0 MIN
Metcalf: The playoffs exposed the lack of on-ball athletes and shot creators that the Timberwolves had outside of Anthony Edwards. For years, Isaiah Collier has been one of the top slashers and all-around prospects at his age. The main selling point with Collier is that he’s always been able to get to the rim whenever he wants. Collier has a great first step, above-average positional strength, and an intriguing finishing package. On top of that, Collier is consistently a brilliant playmaker out of his drives. Unfortunately, the combination of USC’s disastrous season and Collier’s shooting and playmaking inconsistencies have resulted in him plummeting down boards. Collier has continued to struggle shooting which, unfortunately, is likely to be the swing skill for him. At the end of the first round, though, there aren’t many home run swings that are as appealing, especially for a limited cap space team, as Isaiah Collier.
#28. DENVER NUGGETS - DaRon Holmes II, F/C, Dayton
HEIGHT: 6’10”
WEIGHT: 236 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’1”
YEAR: Junior (21)
20.4 PTS, 8.5 REB, 2.6 AST, 0.9 STL, 2.1 BLK
54.4 FG%, 38.6 3P%, 71.3 FT%
33 Games, 32.5 MIN
Nick: Denver has long been rumored as a potential destination for DaRon Holmes II, and it’s easy to see why. Holmes has been the main man in Dayton for a couple of seasons now, but he was one of the best complementary big men in the country in his first year at Dayton, and Denver can absolutely maximize his abilities as a transition threat and cutter. Holmes also took a huge step forward as a spacing threat this past season, becoming a solid standstill shooter who knocked down 38.6% of his triples and ranked in the 92nd percentile as a spot-up shooter, per Synergy. Holmes’s high-level complementary skills offensively, in addition to his excellent passing for his position, mesh very well with his shot-blocking prowess defensively. He can play as the 4 alongside Nikola Jokic in some lineups while also being an intriguing small-ball 5 option who could make plays out of the post and form a devastating small-ball big man tandem with Aaron Gordon. With all of that in mind, Holmes has a versatile skill set that would fit in well with the Nuggets in whatever way Head Coach Michael Malone decides to use him.
#29. UTAH JAZZ (via OKC) - Tyler Smith, F, Ignite
HEIGHT: 6’10.25”
WEIGHT: 224 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’1”
YEAR: 2004 Born (19)
13.7 PTS, 5.1 REB, 1.3 AST, 0.8 STL, 0.9 BLK
48.0 FG%, 36.0 3P%, 73.2 FT%
43 Games, 22.2 MIN
Maxwell: The Utah Jazz have plenty of picks at their disposal. Tyler Smith is the type of upside swing they should consider, especially if they have intentions of moving off Lauri Markkanen. Smith is an exceptional shooter who hit 36% of his threes in G League play. He’s also a low-mistake connective passer who can finish above the rim. Defensively, he has some great moments sliding on the ball defensively. Still, he’s going to take time and patience. His drives when chased off the line are disappointing, given his physical tools, and his off-ball defense can be a mess. For a patient organization like the Jazz, though, who value outside shooting across the lineup, Smith could prove to be worth the wait. If it all comes together, his fit in jumbo lineups with the likes of Taylor Hendricks and Walker Kessler could be fascinating.
#30. BOSTON CELTICS - Pacome Dadiet, F, Ratiopharm Ulm
HEIGHT: 6’9”
WEIGHT: 217 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’9”
YEAR: 2005 Born (18)
6.6 PTS, 2.3 REB, 0.6 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.1 BLK
50.2 FG%, 35.8 3P%, 74.4 FT%
59 Games, 15.3 MIN
Rucker: The 2024 NBA Champion Boston Celtics are going to be another team to keep an eye on when it comes to draft night. So far, Brad Stevens has shown a determination to never make a first round pick during his tenure running the show in the front office. With the Celtics expecting to have some big contracts on their roster moving forward, it would make plenty of sense for Boston to move back into the second round due to financial implications—but that’s not what we do here.
There are going to be some fascinating names to monitor on the night of the draft. One of those names is international wing Pacome Dadiet. The buzz suggests that Dadiet could come off the board earlier than this. He’s a talented wing at 6’9” who is oozing with upside and won’t turn 19 until the end of July. Dadiet would become a high-upside swing for the Celtics, who could let him develop without stressing an immediate timeline. For a team like the Celtics, Dadiet could be a talent that pays off in a big way down the road, which could be especially intriguing for a team with this type of roster construction.
#31. TORONTO RAPTORS (via DET) - Jonathan Mogbo, F, San Francisco
HEIGHT: 6’7.5”
WEIGHT: 217 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’2”
YEAR: Junior (22)
14.2 PPG, 10.1 REB, 3.6 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.8 BLK
63.6 FG%, 0.0 3P%, 69.2 FT%
34 Games, 28.9 MIN
#32. UTAH JAZZ (via WAS) - Jaylon Tyson, G, California
HEIGHT: 6’6.75”
WEIGHT: 218 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8”
YEAR: Junior (21)
19.6 PTS, 6.8 REB, 3.5 AST, 1.2 STL, 0.5 BLK
46.5 FG%, 36.0 3P%, 79.6 FT%
31 Games, 34.3 MIN
#33. MILWAUKEE BUCKS (via POR) - Yves Missi, C, Baylor
HEIGHT: 7’0”
WEIGHT: 229 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’2”
YEAR: Freshman (20)
10.7 PTS, 5.6 REB, 0.4 AST, 0.6 STL, 1.5 BLK
61.4 FG%, N/A 3P%, 61.6 FT%
34 Games, 22.9 MIN
#34. PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS (via CHA) - Kevin McCullar, W, Kansas
HEIGHT: 6’6.5”
WEIGHT: 206 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’9”
YEAR: Senior (23)
18.3 PTS, 6.0 REB, 4.1 AST, 1.5 STL, 0.4 BLK
45.4 FG%, 33.3 3P%, 80.5 FT%
26 Games, 34.2 MIN
#35. SAN ANTONIO SPURS - Ajay Mitchell, G, UC Santa Barbara
HEIGHT: 6’4.5”
WEIGHT: 197 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’6.25”
YEAR: Junior (21)
20.0 PTS, 4.0 REB, 4.0 AST, 1.2 STL, 0.4 BLK
50.4 FG%, 39.3 3P%, 85.8 FT%
29 Games, 31.5 MIN
#36. INDIANA PACERS (via TOR) - Adem Bona, C, UCLA
HEIGHT: 6’9.5”
WEIGHT: 243 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’3.75”
YEAR: Sophomore (21)
12.4 PTS, 5.9 REB, 1.2 AST, 1.1 STL, 1.8 BLK
58.8 FG%, 0.0 3P%, 69.6 FT%
33 Games, 26.5 MIN
#37. MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES (via MEM) - AJ Johnson, G, Illawarra Hawks
HEIGHT: 6’5.5”
WEIGHT: 167 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8.5”
YEAR: 2004 Born (19)
2.9 PTS, 1.2 REB, 0.8 AST, 0.2 STL, 0.1 BLK
35.5 FG%, 27.8 3P%, 53.8 FT%
29 Games, 8.2 MIN
#38. NEW YORK KNICKS (via UTA) - Enrique Freeman, F, Akron
HEIGHT: 6’8.5”
WEIGHT: 212 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’2”
YEAR: Senior (23)
18.6 PTS, 12.9 REB, 1.6 AST, 0.8 STL, 1.7 BLK
58.4 FG%, 37.0 3P%, 72.8 FT%
35 Games, 32.5 MIN
#39. MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES (via BRK) - Dillon Jones, W, Weber State
HEIGHT: 6’5.75”
WEIGHT: 237 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’11”
YEAR: Junior (22)
20.8 PTS, 9.8 REB, 5.2 AST, 2.0 STL, 0.1 BLK
48.9 FG%, 32.4 3P%, 85.7 FT%
31 Games, 37.0 MIN
#40. PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS (via ATL) - Harrison Ingram, F, North Carolina
HEIGHT: 6’6.5”
WEIGHT: 234 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’0.25”
YEAR: Junior (21)
12.2 PTS, 8.8 REB, 2.2 AST, 1.4 STL, 0.4 BLK
43.0 FG%, 38.5 3P%, 61.2 FT%
37 Games, 32.8 MIN
#41. PHILADELPHIA 76ERS (via CHI) - Jalen Bridges, F, Baylor
HEIGHT: 6’8”
WEIGHT: 213 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10”
YEAR: Senior (23)
12.2 PTS, 5.7 REB, 1.4 AST, 1.1 STL, 0.6 BLK
46.6 FG%, 41.2 3P%, 82.3 FT%
35 Games, 31.7 MIN
#42. CHARLOTTE HORNETS (via HOU) - Cam Christie, G, Minnesota
HEIGHT: 6’5.75”
WEIGHT: 190 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8”
YEAR: Freshman (18)
11.3 PTS, 3.6 REB, 2.2 AST, 0.6 STL, 0.3 BLK
40.3 FG%, 39.1 3P%, 79.1 FT%
33 Games, 30.1 MIN
#43. MIAMI HEAT - Keshad Johnson, F, Arizona
HEIGHT: 6’7.5”
WEIGHT: 224 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10.25”
YEAR: Senior (22)
11.5 PTS, 5.9 REB, 1.8 AST, 1.0 STL, 0.7 BLK
53.0 FG%, 38.7 3P%, 71.0 FT%
36 Games, 27.6 MIN
#44. HOUSTON ROCKETS (via GSW) - PJ Hall, F/C, Clemson
HEIGHT: 6’9.5”
WEIGHT: 240 lbs
WINGSPAN: 7’1.5”
YEAR: Senior (22)
18.3 PTS, 6.4 REB, 1.4 AST, 0.8 STL, 1.4 BLK
48.8 FG%, 31.5 3P%, 77.9 FT%
36 Games, 28.9 MIN
#45. SACRAMENTO KINGS - Oso Ighodaro, F/C, Marquette
HEIGHT: 6’10”
WEIGHT: 222 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’11”
YEAR: Senior (21)
13.4 PTS, 6.9 REB, 2.9 AST, 1.1 STL, 1.3 BLK
57.6 FG%, 0.0 3P%, 62.3 FT%
36 Games, 32.5 MIN
#46. LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS (via IND) - Justin Edwards, F, Kentucky
HEIGHT: 6’7.25”
WEIGHT: 209 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’10”
YEAR: Freshman (20)
8.8 PTS, 3.4 REB, 0.9 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.2 BLK
48.6 FG%, 36.5 3P%, 77.6 FT%
32 Games, 21.4 MIN
#47. ORLANDO MAGIC - Trentyn Flowers, F, Adelaide 36ers
HEIGHT: 6’7.75”
WEIGHT: 201 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8.25”
YEAR: 2005 Born (19)
5.5 PTS, 3.1 REB, 0.6 AST, 0.2 STL, 0.1 BLK
43.6 FG%, 35.7 3P%, 64.9 FT%
21 Games, 14.4 MIN
#48. SAN ANTONIO SPURS (via LAL) - Nikola Djurisic, W, Mega Basket
HEIGHT: 6’8”
WEIGHT: 209 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8”
YEAR: 2004 Born (20)
14.8 PTS, 2.8 REB, 3.4 AST, 1.2 STL, 0.4 BLK
44.4 FG%, 30.5 3P%, 76.3 FT%
36 Games, 29.9 MIN
#49. INDIANA PACERS (via CLE) - Bobi Klintman, F, Cairns Taipans
HEIGHT: 6’10”
WEIGHT: 212 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’11”
YEAR: 2003 Born (21)
10.2 PTS, 4.7 REB, 0.9 AST, 1.0 STL, 0.5 BLK
43.4 FG%, 33.7 3P%, 81.3 FT%
26 Games, 21.6 MIN
#50. INDIANA PACERS (via NOLA) - Juan Nuñez, G, Ratiopharm
HEIGHT: 6’5.25”
WEIGHT: 206 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’6.5”
YEAR: 2004 Born (20)
9.9 PTS, 3.4 REB, 4.9 AST, 1.7 STL, 0.0 BLK
47.0 FG%, 31.9 3P%, 60.7 FT%
54 Games, 23.1 MIN
#51. WASHINGTON WIZARDS (via NOLA) - Jamal Shead, G, Houston
HEIGHT: 6’1.5”
WEIGHT: 201 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’3”
YEAR: Senior (22)
12.9 PTS, 3.7 REB, 6.3 AST, 2.2 STL, 0.5 BLK
40.9 FG%, 30.9 3P%, 77.9 FT%
37 Games, 31.1 MIN
#52. GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS (via MIL) - Antonio Reeves, G, Kentucky
HEIGHT: 6’5.75”
WEIGHT: 187 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’8.25”
YEAR: Senior (23)
20.2 PTS, 4.2 REB, 1.6 AST, 0.7 STL, 0.2 BLK
51.2 FG%, 44.7 3P%, 86.3 FT%
33 Games, 31.4 MIN
#53. DETROIT PISTONS (via NYK) - KJ Simpson, G, Colorado
HEIGHT: 6’1.5”
WEIGHT: 187 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’4.5”
YEAR: Junior (21)
19.7 PTS, 5.8 REB, 4.9 AST, 1.6 STL, 0.1 BLK
47.5 FG%, 43.4 3P%, 87.6 FT%
37 Games, 35.1 MIN
#54. BOSTON CELTICS (via DAL) - Melvin Ajinca, F, Saint Quentin
HEIGHT: 6’8.5”
WEIGHT: 214 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’7.5”
YEAR: 2004 Born (19)
10.2 PTS, 3.5 REB, 0.7 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.1 BLK
42.4 FG%, 38.1 3P%, 75.0 FT%
3 Games, 30.0 MIN
#55. LOS ANGELES LAKERS (via LAC) - Bronny James, G, USC
HEIGHT: 6’2.75”
WEIGHT: 210 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’7.25”
YEAR: Freshman (19)
4.8 PTS, 2.8 REB, 2.1 AST, 0.8 STL, 0.2 BLK
36.6 FG%, 26.7 3P%, 67.6 FT%
25 Games, 19.3 MIN
#56. DENVER NUGGETS (via MIN) - Pelle Larsson, W, Arizona
HEIGHT: 6’6.5”
WEIGHT: 212 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’7.5”
YEAR: Senior (23)
12.8 PTS, 4.1 REB, 3.7 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.2 BLK
51.9 FG%, 42.6 3P%, 75.0 FT%
36 Games, 30.1 MIN
#57. MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES (via OKC) - Tristen Newton, G, UConn
HEIGHT: 6’4.5”
WEIGHT: 192 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’6.75”
YEAR: Senior (23)
15.1 PTS, 6.6 REB, 6.2 AST, 0.9 STL, 0.3 BLK
41.5 FG%, 32.1 3P%, 80.8 FT%
40 Games, 33.2 MIN
#58. DALLAS MAVERICKS (via BOS) - Jaylen Wells, F, Washington State
HEIGHT: 6’7.75”
WEIGHT: 206 lbs
WINGSPAN: 6’7.25”
YEAR: Junior (20)
12.6 PTS, 4.6 REB, 1.2 AST, 0.5 STL, 0.2 BLK
43.6 FG%, 41.7 3P%, 81.4 FT%
34 Games, 29.2 MIN
First, cody williams might well go top ten. But he shouldnt. This is the most theoretical pick since ziaire williams. He was not a good player this year for colorado. He looks like he should be. His brother is good. But Cody was not good. He didnt even show flashes. Second: why is ron holland a better pick than Ryan Dunn? Serious question. Dunn is shooting much better in private workouts. Holland is not. Dunn is elite defensively. Holland is very good. not elite. Why is holland lottery adjacent and dunn bottom of first or top of second??? Id take Dunn in a heartbeat. Tidjane Salaun should be top 7 at least. Topic has a torn ACL ...you really think he is getting drafted in the lotto?