But if he learns how to hit the corner-3 ball, Keels could develop into another Lou Dort-style wrecking ball. Hes also going to have to get a lot stronger. No. Its hard to accurately grade this without knowing what trade offers were on the board, but Murray is a really, really good player, and was ultimately the best match for the Kings. Braun is a springy, high-energy wing with an intriguing all-around set of skills. Im admittedly a Washington skeptic, but hes a player the Rockets always liked, and theyre getting him much later than people expected. Theres some risk here, as Terry has some maturing to do and there were more reliable players on the board, but I like this as a gamble for Chicago. Brown scored five straight midway through the fourth with his 3-pointer at the 6:37 mark pulling the Celtics to 105-97. Can this be the move that finally takes the Kings to the playoffs? This pick might seem out of left fieldI certainly wasnt expecting itbut the Grizzlies traded in here to grab Roddy, who I had graded as a first-rounder on the big board and is one of the more unique potential role players in the draft. Offensively he averaged 17 points a game, but he mostly did that by putting his head down, using a quick first step, driving in a straight line to the rim and drawing fouls. The exciting New Orleans Pelicans will provide a terrific infrastructure for Daniels growth. Nembhard is a heady, coach-on-the-floor point guard with terrific lead guard instincts. 30: Denver Nuggets - Peyton Watson Grade: A The Nuggets have some guard issues, so Watson makes sense here. E26: B1G NBA Draft Analysis, Kirk Herbstreit Statement, Top Matchups All-Season in CFB & HEADLINES! He shot up draft boards as he was a standout at the NBA Draft Combine once teams got a look at him (then realized he was under-scouted at Santa Clara and did their homework). Christie has a nice pull-up jumper and shows creative off-ball cutting skills. 2022 NBA Mock Draft: Early Look At Full First-Round Projections. He has a unique knack for keeping blocks in play and tipping them to teammates. But it was about the cash. Moore fits nicely with what new GM Tim Connelly is building in Minnesota. Having a near 6-10 wingspan, Agbaji has the length to defend multiple positions on the perimeter and not only can he shoot from the perimeter, but he is an above-average passer as well, giving the Cavs another sneaky good playmaker that can find Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen on lobs to the rim. But at this stage of the draft, he is a high-IQ floor general who makes winning plays. This is an upside swing for the Bucks, who value size and athleticism on the wing and are a good fit for Beauchamp, who wont have to do much but play hard and fit in here. He showed some touch and shot making around the basket with the Blue Devils (although his offensive game is a work in progress), and the ultimate hope is he develops into a solid rotational rim-running center who can fit on any team. No. We have seen All-Stars that were first-round picks, second-round picks and undrafted free agents and in this draft, there is a bunch of talent that have begun the next chapter in their basketball journeys. Murray stuffed every column on the stat sheet for the University of Iowa and finished fourth in the nation with 23.5 points per game. 19, but saw an opportunity for a value play and converted on that gamble here. Whether or not he can stay healthy is a fair question, but Golden State really just needs him to make shots, put the work in and see where it goes. Hes one of the best shooters in the draft, both from 3 and from the midrange. 37 to the Mavericks for two future second-round picks, source tells ESPN. He represents tremendous value at this point in the draft for the Atlanta Hawks. Subscribe to ESPN+ http://espnplus.com/youtube Get the ESP. Walker was a highly productive player for the Colorado Buffaloes a true Swiss Army Knife without a true position. 54) Washington Wizards (from DAL): C Yannick Nzosa - Republic of Congo. No. At age 22, he has much less upside than many players in this range, but much like Desmond Bane, Agbaji should be a strong day-one contributor for the playoff-minded Cleveland Cavaliers. (coverage begins at 7:30) 2022 Traded Draft Picks Hes going to have to improve on the defensive end to make an impact in the NBA but this could be a steal for San Antonio this deep in the draft. He is a dynamic shot creator and the drafts most explosive open-court player. Who knows if Procida will play during the 2022-23 season or if he will stay overseas, but he is arguably the best stash prospect in this years draft class because of his scoring and playmaking potential. He has no real post game to speak of and he isnt a threat from the perimeter. 35) Los Angeles Lakers (from IND via MIL and ORL): SG Max Christie - Michigan State. This isnt what I would have done, but I get it. A big riser during the NBA Draft combine, the Indiana Pacers looked at Andrew Nembhard a lot during the pre-draft process, which is why this pick made sense. Indiana will be without Chris Duarte (left ankle sprain), while Tyrese Haliburton is questionable with left groin soreness. Dallas is focused on Jaden Hardy with pick. However, his inability to shoot does make him limited on that end of the floor. If Smith becomes a reliable dribbler, he could score multiple All-NBA Team nominations. Hes one of the best jump shooters Ive ever scouted at his size, hes incredibly competitive and unselfish, particularly for an elite scorer, and hes a switchable defender who plays with intent. Hes got decent handles and passing he would grab the rebound, bring the ball up for Baylor and initiate the offense but his shot needs work. But his one-on-one scoring ability and dead-eye spot-up shooting is undeniable. Beauchamp fits in nicely with Giannis, Jrue, Khris, and the tough-as-nails Milwaukee Bucks. He is already 21, so its unclear whether he ever irons those kinks out of his game. I think hes going to work out just fine, and its hard to nitpick the Grizzlies approach of simply finding ways to grab the guys they wantparticularly when they seem to frequently work out. The athleticism can show on defense in flashes. There were some teams that viewed Branham as a potential late lottery pick, and this is nice value for the Spurs, who nab another intriguing young perimeter player here at a pretty nice spot in the draft. He never plays out of control or recklessly. This is a draft-and-stash pick. One of the quicker players in the draft, and he has the handles and passing ability to take advantage of that in the open court or getting into the lane. 36 Detroit Pistons (via Portland Trail Blazers): Gabrielle Procida, 68 wing, Italy. This features instant analysis,. He has a good feel for the game, can shoot, create a little off the dribble, defend multiple positions, and is a good but not elite athlete. Maybe he comes over on a two-way in a couple of years, but for how hell work on his shot in Perth. 42) New York Knicks: SG Trevor Keels - Duke. It was an entertaining first half as Kyle Kuzma put on a show with 25 points in the first half. He has plenty of time to develop. How strong is his competitive fire? Houstan has the size and shooting ability teams love to see from 3-and-D wings. 19 pick from Minnesota, and in return the Timberwolves receive the No. He has the highest floor among this drafts elite prospects. Washington was more impressive the first half of the season, before ankle injuries slowed him. All indications pointed towards the Orlando Magic selecting Auburn's Jabari Smith Jr. first overall, but it seems like Orlandos front-office kept their plans very secret until the last moment, as Banchero was the guy they wanted all along. 23 pick and the injured Danny Green to the Memphis Grizzlies for DeAnthony Melton. Kessler rejected 4.6 shots per game in just 25.6 minutes per game. Why he fell this far is unknown, but Hardy has Top-10-like potential and could fill an immediate need for this franchise should Jalen Brunson leave in free agency. Klay Thompson scored 34 points, Stephen Curry added 32 with six 3-pointers and Golden State beat Boston 123-107 on Saturday night in a rematch of this years NBA Finals won by the Warriors in six games. Giving up DeAnthony Melton for David Roddy here was a move to cut some salary space, as well as unload Melton, who had been growing frustrated with his role in Memphis. But he has athleticism that cant be taught. 2022 NBA Draft grades: Pick-by-pick analysis of all 58 selections in night where the surprises started at 1 Get your complete pick-by-pick breakdown of the 2022 NBA Draft right here. Standing a legit 6-4, Rollins can effectively play either guard spot, and he can get to whatever spot he wants on the floor. The Timberwolves could use some extra depth in their frontcourt, so it will be interesting to monitor Minotts development through the years. Standing nearly 7-foot-1 with close to a 7-7 wingspan, there truly is nobody that can fully guard Holmgren in this league. Its easy to envision him as a possible No. Measuring in at 6-8 with a 7-0 wingspan out on the perimeter, Gui Santos is another draft and stash prospect from this draft class that gets put on a championship teams radar. Jul 1 2022 1 hr 4 mins. Right now, the Celtics are the team to beat. No. The Nuggets need a jolt of athleticism at the wing, and Braun should find ways to contribute. Scouts are all over the map on him. OKC is the perfect place for him to develop. Adding backcourt depth is definitely more important than adding another center, especially since Minnesota has All-NBA performer Karl-Anthony Towns at the center spot. 2022 NBA Draft Home Draft Board Prospects Teams All Picks: 1-58 Trade Tracker News Video @NBADraft More Full Draft Board 1 Round 1 ORL Paolo Banchero F 2 Round 1 OKC Chet Holmgren C 3. One of the more NBA-ready talents from this draft class, Murray has no glaring weaknesses to his game and will be a really solid secondary scorer next to the likes of DeAaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis. This is very likely a draft and stash move by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Perimeter shooting is a work in progress he doesnt take many long jumpers, and the ones he does take often dont go in. While Ivey received the most hype at the guard position in this draft, Dyson Daniels has a real chance to be an All-Rookie First Team performer if he gets a handful of minutes early on. Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 24, 2022. His subpar foot speed will hurt him defensively, and he doesnt possess elite length (nearly even height/wingspan measurements), so it will be an uphill climb for LaRavia to hang with todays apex-predator wings. Well, they got one in the draft here with Christian Koloko, a lengthy rim-protector who was the Pac-12 Defensive player of the Year. The Ringer's 2022 NBA Draft Grades Now the Knicks have begun the process of clearing cap space, all but earmarking it to make Brunson an offer. Oklahoma City will deploy him alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Josh Giddey and Chet Holmgren on the perimeter, giving them a lot of size, skill and versatility (along with Jalen Williams, who they picked at No. The crowd was excited. Washington is an old-school guard with a knack for making big plays. 2022 NBA Draft Results and Instant Analysis - NBA Draft Room 2022 NBA Draft Results and Instant Analysis June 23, 2022 by NBA Draft Room Go to the 2022 Mock Draft Blog Post: Draft Recap - Thoughts On The How 2022 NBA Draft Played Out Blog Post: Draft Recap - Thoughts On How The 2022 NBA Draft Played Out Twitter Facebook Gmail reddit Player Search Setting the Pacers NBA Draft Big Board: No. 52 New Orleans Pelicans (via Utah Jazz): Karlo Matkovic, 610 center, Croatia: A draft-and-stash player, but with good size and NBA potential. The Warriors sent No. The physical gifts to be an elite NBA wing are there, but Watson and the Nuggets have a lot of work to do to get there. Portland snagged him with the intention of stashing him overseas, where he will need to improve his upper-body strength to hang with NBA-level wings. The epitome of never giving up and fighting off adversity, Beauchamps story is quite remarkable and I highly recommend checking it out, as you could write a book about his life to this point! He will have every opportunity to succeed playing alongside Cade Cunningham, whose steady presence will allow Ivey to do what he is best primarily, dunking on fools. Hes not a great athlete, which leads to issues finishing at the rim and on defense. You will receive mail with link to set new password. On the downside, his overall approach lacks finesse, and he is in danger of fouling out of any game. 36) Detroit Pistons (from POR): SG/SF Gabriele Procida - Italy. Holmgren is described as a lankly seven-footer who can handle the ball like a. Lost your password? He has NBA size and athleticism, has a good feel for the game, and he has impressive handles that got him to the rim where he drew a lot of fouls. He forms a dynamic backcourt with Cade Cunningham that could propel the Pistons for years. The Thunder selected Chet Holmgren at No. If he becomes a knockdown corner 3-point shooter, Terrys defensive intensity and intangibles could translate into a decade-plus NBA career. 29 picks to the Timberwolves to get their guy. His offensive skillset is a total work in progress, and it will take at least 2-3 years before we ever see Nzosa suit up for an NBA team. He has a solid pass-dribble-shoot skill set tied up in a football body, and could wind up as a feasible replacement for Dillon Brooks in Memphis. He could someday be an NBA rim-running big man but theres a lot of development in his decision making and simply ability to handle passes and finish in traffic to get there. At the end of the day though, LaRavia was Memphis guy and he will be a very nice replacement at either forward spot for Kyle Anderson due to his ability to defend multiple positions and be a secondary playmaker out on the wing. Murray is a do-it-all wing with practically no holes in his game. Eason thrived as a sophomore for LSU, averaging nearly 17 points per game in just 24.4 minutes. Detroint wants a center of the future and may have drafted one. To get him with the No. He nearly declared for the draft after his junior year at Kansas, but he decided to come back to work on his shooting and ball handling. His passing ability does provide offensive value. Beauchamp is a tough, aggressive wing with terrific length (7-1 wingspan), slashing ability, and spectacular rebounding skills for his position. Drafting Evan Mobley worked out pretty well last year for the Cleveland Cavaliers so why not take another Mobley? If you had to use only one word to summarize Mathurins game, its toughness. He is an iron-willed competitor who thrives when the game gets physical and a little heated. He spent four years at VCU and was all Atlantic-10 his last two years, which coincided with when he found his jump shot. Kyle Ringstad provides NBA DFS analysis and sleeper picks for building optimal DFS rosters. While Jaden Ivey in a vacuum is the higher upside play here, the Kings fielded a host of trade offers, ultimately werent moved, and loved Murray enough to feel comfortable simply taking their guy here. Not many people know much about Khalifa Diop, but he is a strong, big-bodied center that controls the paint on both ends of the floor. Rollins can score from multiple spots on the floor and has a craftiness to him on the offensive-end of the floor that will make him a really solid backup in the backcourt for the Warriors. The Warriors must love Rollins to send Atlanta $2M for the opportunity to move up seven spots. 51 and $2M to Hawks for Ryan Rollins at No. DATABASE. He is also a subpar perimeter shooter (27% from 3) and a bit of a black hole on offense once he gets the ball, the play tends to stop there. Isaiah Mobley is the older brother of Evan Mobley and while he was projected to go undrafted, he offers upside as another floor-spacing big man that is pretty elusive for his size. Even though he shows decent shooting form, he was a low-volume, low-usage player at Baylor and its unclear if he can ever develop into the kind of player who creates his own shot. The caveat? Ultimately, is Wood better than what they would have gotten at 26? The Memphis Grizzlies traded the Nos. At the NBA level he looks like more of a solid floor general and off-the-ball shooter, a player a coach can trust to make the right play from Day 1 but does not have the upside of a guy who is going to get a lot of Taco Bell commercials in the future. He thrives when hes driving to the hoop and seeking contact (nearly five foul shot attempts per game). 19 Memphis Grizzlies: Jake LaRiva, 68 forward, Wake Forest. Toronto Raptors (via Detroit, San Antonio, Washington and Chicago): Christian Koloko, 71 center, Arizona. He had a strong second season for the Razorbacks, averaging 10.9 points and 9.8 rebounds a game. He is built like a tank he can likely hold up down low against much taller players, due to his low center of gravity. Somewhat overshadowed by higher profile teammates in Banchero and Williams, Moore is a solid player who is good at everything (but maybe not elite at any one thing). If Tyus Jones does not come back though in free agency, the Grizzlies may wind up kicking themselves for giving up Melton. Holmgren is viewed as the biggest risk among the top three as he has the highest ceiling but also the lowest floor. really liked Murray, and they got their guy. Ben Simmons (injury management) Standing a legit 7-feet with a 7-7 wingspan, Williams is a one-man defensive wrecking ball. Hes an active, intelligent forward who can defend several positions and plays with a ton of personality, and San Antonio has long needed some help up front. 29 pick and other future picks. He looked better in a smaller off-ball role a couple of seasons ago, last season more playmaking was asked of him and he struggled. He is a good at making tough shots, but that can lead him to make poor decisions. No. He is a long, lanky, springy wing who can conceivably guard any perimeter player and even help with rim-protection duties. Could be a steal this far down in the draft because Griffin is maybe the best pure shooter in this years class, hitting 45% from 3 last season and being strong on the catch-and-shoot (but can put the ball on the floor and create a little, too). If he embraces a role as a heady off-ball cutter, Nikola Jokic could make him into a player. He will also struggle to adjust to the speed/power of the pro game, as he was never a create-his-own-shot type of player with the Bulldogs. Blink once and Ivey is already by you. 3 Houston Rockets: Jabari Smith, 610 forward, Auburn. He possesses tremendous basketball IQ and even a little bit of a mean streak. If he misses, he might be out of the league before his second contract. How he is used though in the backcourt will be interesting to see given that the Bulls have Lonzo Ball, Alex Caruso and Ayo Dosunmu from last years draft. Lateral foot speed will likely be an issue on defense. Baldwin lands in the best possible spot the defending champs in Golden State. He rarely takes a bad shot and he knows how to move the ball in the high post and kick it out to open shooters. No. A BPM of 4.0 is All-Star level. The Hornets desperately need an impactful player in their frontcourt and standing 7-2 with a near 7-7 wingspan, Williams will be an instant two-way threat that actually moves pretty well for a big guy. Keels is strong, understands the game well and has potential to grow into a reliable two-way player out on the perimeter. Three things to know: Pelicans take over No.1 seed in West after Suns crushed NBA Power Rankings: Nobody is knocking the Celtics off the top spot this Three things to know: On night of returns Harden rusty, Leonard hits game-winner, Thompson scores 34, Curry 32, Warriors top Celtics in finals rematch, NBA, WNBA players react to news Brittney Griner coming home, Watch Durant, Irving combine for 62 points to lift Nets past Hornets, The 76ers shopped this pick and Green combo aggressively. His efficiency dips in the half court and he doesnt possess elite length, but Braun plays with an infectious spirit that will endear him to fans and teammates (and annoy opponents). Standing 6-10 with a unblockable release point, Smith can get his shot off against almost any individual defender and knock it down with efficiency from well beyond the NBA 3-point line. He is a low-usage player who doesnt look to create his own shot, but he is a solid ball-mover and heady passer. It was very surprising to see Kennedy Chandler fall to the second-round and even to the No. 20) San Antonio Spurs (from TOR): SG/SF Malaki Branham - Ohio State. Most of those players are taking Saturday night off in Indiana. On pure athleticism alone, Davison would be a lottery pick. A pure scoring weapon from anywhere on the floor, Smith will be an immediate source of offense for the Rockets next to the likes of Kevin Porter Jr. and last years second overall pick, Jalen Green. Wesley is maybe the best (or second best to Ivey) pure athlete in this draft, and hes shown he can be a dynamic shot creator. He doesnt play beyond his abilities and he shows terrific range on his jumper. Hes got a good feel for the game and could develop to a role-playing, ball distributing forward in the NBA but hes got to fix his shot first. Williams is one of this drafts fastest risers and for good reason. The Boston Celtics are the best team in the NBA this season. 51) Atlanta Hawks (from GSW, via TOR and PHI): SG/SF Tyrese Martin - Connecticut. 6) Indiana Pacers: SG/SF Bennedict Mathurin - Arizona. He has tremendous ball skills for a beefy, rugged big man excellent touch, nifty jump-hooks, quick duck-ins, and terrific interior passing. NFL MOCK DRAFT. If nothing else, this pick will make Evan happy, and that is priority No. He is the kind of no-nonsense, versatile forward that every team desperately craves to help fill out its roster. Christie surprised some folks by electing to stay in this years draft, but the slick shooting guard out of Michigan State showed a strong, well-rounded approach and solid fundamentals at all the important skills (shooting, defensive footwork, ball handling). NBA Algorithm-Optimized Lineups PRO December 9th, 2022. 1 on my board, and I would have taken Smith, but this is a defensible decision by the Magic, who badly need the type of playmaking and offensive imagination Banchero offers and dont have a true offensive focal point on the roster. A true unicorn in that there isnt another player quite like him in the league (although Kristaps Porzingis is the closest model many use). Welcome to Episode 26! No. Liddell is a thick, powerful wing with the base of a tree trunk and a nearly 7-foot wingspan. Williams is gigantic, plays hard, knows his role, and will give Charlotte a real presence defending the rim, while still allowing them to play uptempo. He can effectively change pace and get to any spot he wants. 37 pick to the Dallas Mavericks for two future second round picks. Spagnolo is an exciting 19-year-old prospect out of Italy who plays with a nasty edge bordering on maniacal. He has next to no interest in shooting it from the perimeter. If people wonder why Jabari Smith didnt post higher rebounding/shotblocking stats, Kessler is a big reason why. Last season, the Spurs took a leap forward, reaching the Play-In Tournament. The Wizards needed point guard and picked up one (although not every scout thinks hes an NBA one). 50 Minnesota Timberwolves (via Denver Nuggets and Philadelphia 76ers): Matteo Spagnolo, 65 guard, Italy. 8 New Orleans Pelicans (via Los Angeles Lakers): Dyson Daniels, 67 guard, G-League Ignite. Nothing stands out about Spagnolos athleticism, but he is a very poised guard that has the ability to be a facilitator and playmaker both with and without the ball in his hands, making him someone the Timberwolves can watch closely overseas. He did a little bit of everything in his three years at Wake Forest spot-up shooting, mid-range pullups (61.6% from 2 last year), drawing fouls (career average of four free throws per game), and a dash of playmaking. "With the offense running through Peterson," writes Wasserman, "the 23-year-old senior is making a late NBA case by showcasing unique playmaking ability for a 6'9 . There are concerns about his ability to hang with NBA-level athletes Miami exposed this in the NCAA Tournament but Kessler has an NBA role as an old-school rim protector and rim-runner on one end (with a little of a perimeter game). His lack of footspeed will put him at a major disadvantage against elite NBA athletes. 16 Atlanta Hawks: A.J. Being able to guard many different positions and being a high-energy guy, Tari Eason finds himself in the perfect spot with the Houston Rockets. A lot of high end potential here to develop, but at the very least he walks in the door a shooter. However, the production at Wisconsin-Milwaukee fell well below what we expected, given his recruiting pedigree. 38 pick, Kennedy Chandler, to the Memphis Grizzlies, who get a future second round pick and cash. The Knicks have traded the No. Incredible work ethic and the kind of player coaches like to have around because he will push everyone in practice. 3) Houston Rockets: SF/PF Jabari Smith Jr. - Auburn. Givony now has . At 21-years-old, Hugo Besson is an older international prospect that showcased his playmaking and shooting abilities at the NBA Draft Combine in May. The New York Knicks have the trade assets to go out and get an NBA All-Star like Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls if he was available. He has unquestionable NBA gifts in terms of size, agility, and leaping ability. Much like prime Hedo Turkoglu, Jovic is a surprisingly adept ball handler for his size, thanks to his experience as a guard in high-level youth leagues before his growth spurt. Both the G League Ignite professional pathway and the Overtime Elite league started out just 2 and 1 year(s) ago respectively but have alrea He had an underwhelming campaign with the G League Ignite, but if he can get his shot back to where it was when he was a highly touted high school recruit, Hardy (the last player in the green room) could turn out to be an absolute steal at this point in the draft. No. The 2022 NBA Draft took place on Thursday night, ushering in a new era of youthful talent and here is every pick that was made. Mathurin projects as a promising playoff performer, due to his fight-or-fight mentality. No. Walker is the son of former NBA player Samaki Walker. 53 Boston Celtics: JD Davidson, 63 point guard, Alabama. Homlgren was a defensive force in college with his 75 wingspan, he competes hard and averaged 14.2 points, 9.6 rebounds and 3.6 blocks per game. He can get to the rim with excellent straight-line speed and heady, opportunistic cuts to the rim. Denver acquired the No. He will need to turn his jumper from a liability into being a threat if he hopes to reach his considerable potential. Hes more polished than the other top candidates, he can run an NBA offense right now for a stretch. Dieng has a wide range of outcomes, but the Thunder are equipped to take him and find out. Hes too quick and strong for most of the teams Toledo faces can those skills translate against the best athletes in the world? He played the last two seasons in the Italian league, most recently for Bologna, where he shot 38% from 3 but in a limited role. Being able to play with or without the ball in his hands, Bryce McGowens is a solid backcourt option for the Charlotte Hornets to add. No. No. Dieng, a French native, has size and build to play the three and, once he fills out and gets stronger, to play the four in the NBA. Winning a championship with Kansas this past year really put Christian Braun on the map as a potential first-round guy and the Denver Nuggets fell in love with his versatility during the pre-draft process. 13 Detroit Pistons: Jalen Duren, 611 center, Memphis. Again, I would have taken Smith, so Im slightly downgrading this selection (Holmgren was No. Thompson scored 12 of his points in the opening quarter shooting 5 of 9 and had 24 by halftime. No. Hes a good shooter and ball-mover and steady defender, and should be another young, quality complementary player for Memphis. I found this pick a tad bit surprising from Portland, considering the Blazers seem to want to make a run at the playoffs in the short-term and Sharpe (who sat out at Kentucky this season) doesnt quite fall in concert with that, but his capacity to score the ball and unusual athletic gifts are pretty remarkable. He fell way too far in this draft and the Spurs snagged a steal at No. No. Its unclear whether his YouTube mixtapes or his pre-Kentucky successes will come close to translating at the NBA level. At 6-10 and 220, Matkovic has a nice build for a power forward and shows promise as a floor-running rebounder. **SPECIAL NOTE**. He plays with his head up and likes to make plays for himself and others. 18 Chicago Bulls: Dalen Terry, 67 wing, Arizona. Some scouts question if he can defend at the NBA level (even though he was SEC All-Defense last season). 21) Denver Nuggets: SG Christian Braun - Kansas. If the Spurs can give his game the polish it needs, and develop a solid jumper, Sochan could be a strong pick here. He is physical and can push his way to the rim and dunk over everyone, but he needs a lot of work on his jump shot and playmaking (think a young Blake Griffin). Holmgren is a unicorn with the wingspan of a condor. Seth Curry (injury management) The list of Nets players out against the Pacers: Kevin Durant (injury management) 44, Rollins represents terrific value. John Wall receives a standing ovation in his return to DC! As Sochan continues to develop his offensive skillsparticularly his shootinghe could be much more than a role player, but all the things he already does well makes him a good bet to help the Spurs even if he doesnt become a star. 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