Duke But the 6-6 wing has been tremendous since enrolling at Ohio State, where's averaging more than 17 points and shooting better than 47% from the field. (Photo via Twitter). The Eagles should be thrilled to catch a falling Hamilton for their secondary after addressing wide receiver earlier with London. 6'4" The Cowboys need to add some strong, powerful run blocking to the mix after moving on from Connor Williams and Lae'l Collins. Cleveland Cavaliers: Christian Braun (Kansas Jayhawks: Wing, Junior, 6-6), 40. I love him, an NBA scout told For The Win. 2022 NBA Mock Draft, Picks & Predictions: Bets and Analysis for the Top 20 Prospects NBA Credit: Brian Sevald/NBAE via Getty Images. The second camp, he was going to be first in line to make sure everybody knew, saw the way the drill was supposed to go. 2024 Mock NBA Draft: Could Bronny James Go To The Spurs? Soph Overtime Elite In this hypothetical, San Antonio sends out the ninth pick as the centerpiece for Phoenix. Dukes AJ Griffin had a historically impressive year as a 3-point shooter last season, which will warrant looks in the lottery. That includes the likes of Lonnie Walker IV, Devin Vassell, Joshua Primo and Keldon Johnson. 2022 Draft Key Dates April 13-16 - The 2022 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament April 24 - Early entry deadline May 17 - NBA Draft Lottery! Thats where youre going to get the most bang for your buck. He is going to become a better 3-point shooter, one NBA scout, who believes Banchero is the best player in the class, told For The Win. 06/18/22 By Joe DiTullio. His 3-point percentage being above 40% suggests he'll be a reliable shooter at the next level. Beauchamp is a good fit for the modern NBA, and he projects as a potential 3-and-D wing who can potentially fill a valuable role in the pros. Another player who helped himself during 5-on-5 scrimmages at the NBA Draft Combine was Ryan Rollins. Being long and athletic and disruptive, thats what I try to show in my game and my defense. Indiana I can create for others. The San Antonio Spurs found out where they stand in the 2022 NBA Draft after the conclusion of the Draft Lottery on Tuesday night. LSUs Tari Eason had an early pre-draft workout with the Hawks, and for me, this is one of the most logical fits in the draft. So in many ways the questions about the next draft don't start until the third team is on the clock. Miller wasn't even a top-10 prospect in the Class of 2022, which seems ridiculous in hindsight. By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. Im a quick learner. Now, Mel Kiper has given us a new prospect to discuss in his latest mock draft Will McDonald IV. The Mavs add point guard depth in case Jalen Brunson leaves in free agency. In a draft class that lacks a clear-cut, consensus top pick like Cade Cunningham or Zion Williamson, there's been far greater room for speculation about who will go No. So with all of that in mind, based on conversations with decision-makers around the league as well as the latest rumors and reporting, here is how I predicted the draft will shape up on June 23 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn: As I wrote earlier this week, despite recent reporting, its not a lock that the Magic select Auburns Jabari Smith. / 185 lbs. The Lions have been thinking more about quarterback in the first round and Ridder being available here would be almost a no-brainer. 6'6" Hes not a finished product but I see him starting early in his Spurs career. Still only 22 years old, some figure he fits into San Antonios long-term future. South Carolina Houston Rockets Patrick Baldwin Jr. The Grizzlies have such a deep roster that they could take a gamble with Miller, who is probably two years away from being two years away. Kiper had Smith-Njigba going No . Theres a definite chance that he ends up not being athletic enough for the NBA but Id like this gamble, especially after picking relatively sure-things in Mathurin and the other Williams. Why not? LaRavia is the type of player who would do well in San Antonios development system. Although there are some evaluators who prefer Holmgren or Smith, others have long had Banchero atop their big board due to his advanced processing, feel for the game, and self-creation. And he was a great teammate. 6'9" Dotson's speed-quickness big-play skill set for either outside or inside is how they can tap best into what Hill gave them for Patrick Mahomes. But his abilities as a shot creator at the rim and on the perimeter make him an enticing project. 1 and complement fellow former Buckeye Terry McLaurin well to boost new starting QB Carson Wentz. Wed love the team to use one of these selections on a G-League player such as Marjon Beauchamp or Jaden Hardy. Aging Ryan Jensen is back for Tom Brady but the team also lost Ali Marpet to retirement and Alex Cappa for free agency at guard. LaRavia is the type of player who could help young stars develop by doing all the dirty work. I dont like the fit of Jaden Ivey in Sacramento. That said, I think they roll the dice on Sharpe. 20.) Boston Celtics: Yannick Nzosa (Unicaja Malaga: Big, International, 6-11), 54. Auburn's Jabari Smith, Gonzaga's Chet Holmgren and Duke's Paolo Banchero are expected go 1-2-3 . Theyre NBA players, one scout told For The Win. When youre a 7-footer who can shoot, and Butler can, youre going to get some love in the first round. 6'5" 1st Round: 1. My bread and butter is the midrange, fadeaways, getting to my spot for my pull-ups, and getting to the rim.. / 195 lbs. New York Knicks: Kendall Brown (Baylor Bears: Wing, Freshman, 6-8), 43. The San Antonio Spurs would be a perfect landing spot for the 19-year-old. He needs to add quite a bit more weight to his frame before he can step on the floor. Gambling problem? Minnesota Timberwolves: Walker Kessler (Auburn Tigers: Big, Sophomore, 7-1), 49. 17. The 6-foot-10 prospect, who turned 19 years old today, is a promising dribble-pass-shoot wing who just measured with a 7-foot wingspan at the NBA Draft Combine. Willis offers the most upside with his big arm and athleticism and the Panthers are in position to wait with Darnold serving as a bridge for Ben McAdoo and Matt Rhule. All Rights Reserved. When it comes to glue guys and all-around connectors, Arizonas Dalen Terry may be the best we have in this class. I can defend. They all have one thing in common and its being irritating. Odds & lines subject to change. Still, the 6-9 18-year-old is immensely talented and worthy of being picked in the lottery. L.A. Clippers: Dereon Seabron (North Carolina State Wolfpack: Wing, Sophomore, 6-7), 44. McGowens is skinny but hes tough and gets to the free throw line a ton. Last month, we wrote a long feature on Canadas Leonard Miller, which you can read here. My thoughts on @Marjon32:https://t.co/aaTDMzlmOa, Bryan Kalbrosky (@BryanKalbrosky) November 12, 2021. Another intriguing overseas prospect for the Thunder? Hawkins has developed into a dynamic scorer who could help UConn compete for a trip to the Final Four. That is to say, rebuilding for the future or attempting to retool with an aging Gregg Popovich still manning the bench. Although the center position isnt exactly an area of need for the Wizards, they are at a place where they simply need to draft the best player available. Hendricks is arguably the most out-of-nowhere prospect in college considering he was only ranked 67th in the Class of 2022, according to 247Sports. Thats where the Spurs and their combination of veteran players and draft picks could come into play. Kansas / 185 lbs. As a promising off-the-dribble creator that could pay off in a big way with G League seasoning, Blake Wesley could be the swing factor for this class. Bucks vs. 76ers odds, picks, computer sims, Morant to miss 'at least' two games after IG post, NBA DFS picks, lineups, advice, March 4 strategy, Grizzlies' Clarke out for season with Achilles injury, Raptors vs. Wizards odds, picks, computer sims, Streaking Warriors must overcome one major roadblock. / 200 lbs. Since our last update after the order was set, a lot has changed. At 6-foot-6 and 220 pounds, Mathurin is a very good athlete who is also a proven three-point shooter. The 2022 NBA Draft is set to take place on Thursday, June 23rd, and the Orlando Magic will be kicking things off with the No. He can be what Peterson was earlier in his career coming out of LSU for the Cardinals as a natural highly competitive ballhawk with an excellent overall coverage profile. 6'7" But Michigan States Max Christie, who was the fastest sprinter at the combine, has shown some promise. Wallace's back issues this season have caused a concern, if only because they're unusual for a player his age. It's a really solid class. However, the NFL Combine is this week, and rookie draft stocks will rise and fall over the next few days. Jr After a unique path brought him to the G League Ignite, MarJon Beauchamp played his way into first-round consideration in 2021-22. He has that aggressiveness and playmaking, he can make plays for his teammates., Jenna Watson/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK, Purdue Boilermakers: Guard, Sophomore, 6-4. Jaquez is a little older and a tad less-athletic than most first-round picks but he just knows how to play basketball. 9. Houston All 262 picks in the 2022 We covered the entire first round and evaluated the Top 10 picks further, discussing their potential landing spots and fits with the respective organization. With Mark Williams, the Spurs get a possible center of the future. Portland Trail Blazers Dyson Daniels. Kentucky Oklahoma City Thunder: Josh Minott (Memphis Tigers: Wing, Freshman, 6-8), 35. Miller is a wing with tremendous size who has shown he can play on or off the ball. I predict we will hear the same thing from the Rockets if they land Dukes Paolo Banchero. / 210 lbs. Many talent evaluators would be willing to take the gamble on the prospect, even though he didnt play a minute of college basketball. The Rockets could use a high ceiling shooter like Baldwin. Pepperdine The Spurs may be tempted to add talented size in Jalen Duren or Jeremy Sochan but, at the end of the day, I think itd be too difficult to pass on Mathurin. section: | slug: 2023-nba-mock-draft-victor-wembanyama-goes-no-1-to-spurs-in-first-projections-following-trade-deadline | sport: basketball | route: article_single.us | April 26, 2022 Andy Quach Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics, Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, To get a better projection of where all of the projected top prospects stand currently, we compiled mock drafts from ESPN, The Athletic, Bleacher Report, The Ringer, Sports Illustrated,. His shot is the swing-skill that'll determine whether he was a good or bad pick at this point in the draft. Sochan, who has experience as the youngest player to ever suit up for the Polish national team, is exactly the kind of player that the Blazers need to put next to Damian Lillard and Anfernee Simons especially considering both limitations on the defensive side of the floor. Holmes is a great example of how a top-100 high school prospect can enroll at a non-power-conference school and still remain on NBA franchises' radars. 6'8" So, it's time for PistonPowered's NBA Mock Draft 2.0. Griffin has an argument for being the best shooter in the draft this side of Jabari Smith. John Hollinger's 2022 NBA Mock Draft: Chet Holmgren goes No. Beekman can play either backcourt spot and also guard his position. In addition to being slotted at nine, the Spurs also have the 20th, 25th and 38th picks. 1 to Spurs in first projections following trade deadline Alabama's Brandon Miller is the top college player taken in Gary Parrish's mock. / 232 lbs. Braun could be that guy. 6'6" Any lead guard who can create scoring opportunities off the bounce, guard his position and make perimeter jumpers is an obvious NBA prospect. He has legitimate shooting versatility he had an efficient dribble jumper and shot well using off-ball screens. An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. Hell get looks in the lottery, and while Im not quite there with him yet, I do think the Bulls would be a good fit as a plug-and-play option due to his rim pressure and shooting volume. Terry is a long, lean defender with burgeoning offensive skills. 2023 NBA Mock Draft: Victor Wembanyama goes No. Orlando Magic: Patrick Baldwin (Milwaukee Panthers: Wing, Freshman, 6-9), 33. 6'2" Walker can deliver in multiple spots for their front, from end to tackle to even outside linebacker at times, the reason he's the choice over the more position-limited Aidan Hutchinson. I believe a team like the Warriors would have interest in Butler because they can afford to let him develop in the G League with the Santa Cruz Warriors without worrying about needing immediate help in their rotation. 6'7" Its questionable if he can defend out on the perimeter, though. June 1 - Early Entry Withdrawal Deadline (NCAA deadline) June 23rd 8:00pm EST - The 2022 NBA Draft! / 230 lbs. If Procida is willing to stay in Europe for a year or two, Id love this pick at 38. Iowa With Davis off the board to potentially beef up their defensive line, the Chargers have an easy pivot to think about their interior offensive line, where right guard is a big weakness next to solid veterans Matt Feiler and Corey Linsley. Among high-major underclassmen 6-foot-6 or taller, Terrys advanced stats query results yielded the likes of Scottie Barnes, Draymond Green, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lonzo Ball, Kyle Anderson, and Ben Simmons. The first to ask the question in the team meetings. Holmgren, who looks massively tall even when standing next to NBA legends like David Robinson and Dirk Nowitzki, is a fascinating prospect and I think he will hear his name called with the first pick in the draft. / 190 lbs. Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs Houston Rockets. Sign up for the Layup Lines newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. That's not ideal for Arkansas but isn't the type of minor thing that has ever kept someone as talented as this 6-5 guard from being selected in the top 10 of an NBA Draft.