56 in this draft from the Clippers. Vecenie: Saddiq Bey| Hollinger: Saddiq Bey, Related reading: Brian Hamilton: Josh Green goes to the Dallas Mavericks: Heres what theyre getting, Team: Pistons (from BKN via PHI) | Player: Saddiq Bey| 6-8 wing | 215 | 20, sophomore | Villanova. He can knock down shots, making 37.0 percent of his college 3-point attempts and shooting 83.1 percent from the foul line. 21. I had a first round grade here because the way that he sets up and then reacts off of defenders is extremely high-level. Hornets PJ Washington, Forward, Kentucky. Vecenie: Devin Vassell | Hollinger: Devin Vassell, Related reading: Jalen Smith goes to the Suns: Heres what theyre getting, Team: Spurs | Player: Devin Vassell | 6-5 wing | 195 | 19, sophomore | Florida State. Vecenie: Pokusevski| Hollinger: Pokusevski, Team: Mavericks | Player: Josh Green | 6-6 wing | 215 | 19, freshman | Arizona. Im betting by pick 50. Martin. Grade: A, 60. Hollingers team fit: Why does everyone hate Devon Dotson? The Thunder selected Maledon with the 34th pick in the second round of the 2020 NBA draft. I would have picked He played just five games for Vanderbilt this season before suffering a knee injury that ended his college career. But Johnson is also already 23 years old. Then the guys recap the beginning of the 2nd Rd in the NBA playoffs. Hollingers team fit: After the teams in front of them get silly, the Spurs just quietly swoop in and grab the most complete 3-and-D wing in the draft. Exhibitionist & Voyeur 12/17/19: Be My Guest Ch. Utah Jazz (from New Orleans): PG Jared Butler, Baylor, Getting red-flagged medically at the NBA draft combine may have torpedoed Butler's stock (even though he was cleared earlier this month), but he is a top-20 prospect on my board and one of the most NBA-ready guards in this draft. Atlanta Hawks(from Miami): PG Sharife Cooper, Auburn, This might be my favorite pick of the draft. Hes able to get his jumper off over most defenders. He also has an extensive injury history and had reportedlybeen flagged by multiple teams for those injury issues. Elite physical tools, and elite-level character. It seems that was a bit of a ruse, as Boston lands him at the end of the lottery. Jovic is a highly-skilled forward, but it might take some time for him to find a consistent spot in the rotation. Grade: A+, 8. Minnesota acquires Jaden McDaniels via No. Houston Rockets: SG Jalen Green, G He has a shot to stick. Obviously theres Karl-Anthony Towns, an All-Star and dominant scorer. I dont think its an accident that Stanford got a lot better last year by essentially replacing 2019 No. Click Manage settings for more information and to manage your choices. Vecenies scouting report: So yeah, I totally get what Utah is going for here, at least. Charlotte snagged two guys who fill needs and can play right away. There are also a lot of questions regarding Roddys frame. He is a pogo stick leaper who made All-Big Ten. Vecenies scouting report: Nesmith is one of this drafts best shooters, after hitting 52.5 percent from 3 at Vanderbilt this past season. 10: PRETTY IN PUNK (4.70) Heidi's new beau has a lot to offer. 2020 The chart also contains when each mock has been updated, as well as the top-five picks for each. While he only shot 35.5 percent from behind the arc at Kentucky, hes a safe bet to shoot significantly better than that over a larger sample in the pros. Detroit Pistons: PG Cade Cunningham, Oklahoma State, Cunningham is the best prospect in this draft and should've gone No. 5 overall stands out as one of the best of the night. But he can handle the ball a bit away from the rim, and he can maybe shoot it at some point. Im just not sure what position he plays in the NBA. 76ers Bruno Fernando, Big, Maryland, 35. He should be solid defensively, though. After using No. Anthony struggled to score efficiently in his one season at North Carolina, but he profiles as a bucket-getting third guard in the NBA, which the offensively deficient Magic sorely need. Heres the optimistic case for Hachimurawhile hes 21 years old, hes still learning the game. Vecenies scouting report: I really want to try to be contrarian on Carey and like him. Hes also more tenacious defensively than he gets credit for. 76ers Marial Shayok, Wing, Iowa State, 55. I would have picked Very interesting ambidexterity. BY KEVIN O'CONNOR Welcome to The Ringer's 2022 NBA Draft Guide. Grade: B, 38. 1 overall. ET Vecenie: Killian Tillie | Hollinger: Reed! 15 pick than the No. Okeke was a darling of some of the analytics models heading into the draft. Boston acquired this pick from Philadelphia in the Matisse Thybulle deal, and the Celtics are sending it and Aron Baynes to Phoenix for the Bucks' 2020 first-rounder. WebMy 2003 Mock Draft (UPDATED 4/24): Round 1 / Round 2/ Round 3 2003 NFL Draft Grades (Re-graded 6/8/08) My 2004 Mock Draft (UPDATED 4/24): Round 1 / Round 2/ Round 3 2004 NFL Draft Prospects/ 2004 NFL Draft Grades (Re-graded 6/6/08) My 2005 Mock Draft (UPDATED 4/23): Round 1 / Round 2/ Round 3 2005 NFL Draft Prospects Thybulle is also an incredibly disruptive defender, even if hes not an elite on-ball guy. Given how hard it is to find a star, theres value in having more bites at the apple. 4. 4. But yeah, I dont get this one at all. 76ers Admiral Schofield, Wing, Tennessee (proposed trade to the Wizards), 43. After selecting DeAndre Hunter at No. Enter the teams and players into our Trade Machine, and we'll tell you if it works. Memphis Grizzlies: David Roddy, F, Colorado State - MILLEN Grade. 10. Vecenies scouting report: One of the toughest, most physical players in the draft. Rockets, Pels looking like true contender in the West, Silas, 3-time NBA champ and longtime coach, dies at 79, NBA Draft live grades: Pick-by-pick evaluations, Warriors show glimpse of elite form vs. C's, Silas, 3-time champ and longtime coach, dies at 79, Lakers rumors: Bulls not interested in Russ trade, Zion's Pels win again, look like true contender in West, Report: Knicks not interested in Melo reunion, Lamb accused of rape in lawsuit; GS issues statement. 19 overall, and it makes you wonder why Memphis felt compelled to trade up and get him (unless, perhaps, they know that San Antonio was planning to take him at No. He can get to his spots working out of ball screens and possesses a deadly pull-up jumper out beyond NBA range. The Timberwolves also have a pair of 6-foot-9-inch forwards in Jaden McDaniels and Jarred Vanderbilt. Follow @walterfootball for updates. Finding minutes for Kessler right away will be tough unless Minnesota is planning to make some personnel decisions in the near future. In fact, the Magic already have a few positionally similar players on their roster in Aaron Gordon and Jonathan Isaac. This is a worthwhile risk for Cleveland, and Im betting he outperforms his draft slot. The 20-year-old should still be a useful player, and hes landed in a nice situation here. Hollingers team fit: I like Maledon and had him rated 19th on my board. New York Knicks(from Oklahoma City): PG Miles McBride, West Virginia, I love this pick. Hes a high-level passer who hits advanced reads out of ball-screens. Hes not really a 4 who is comfortable defending the perimeter, and hes not really a 5 because he isnt much of a rim protector. Heres a bit more shooting for Clevelands roster under John Beilein. Garrett Chorpenning is a Digital Content Coordinator for The Game Day. 16 in tonight and Ariza (counts as $7.1 million on books) from Houston in exchange for a future first. The Auburn forward has excellent size and checks the boxes associated with being a valuable 3-and-D player at the next level. Now, following Wednesdays trade with Utah, the once unheraldedrecruit knows his future: shouldering the burden of replacing Mike Conley in Memphis. Hestruggled to fit in there and displayed a noticeable lack of feel for the game. I would have picked A thumb injury may have contributed to his stumbles. For all of its chaos, sometimes the NBA Draft brings comfort in its consistency. Five NFL teams are without a first-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. 2020 NBA Draft College Coaches Poll: Alabamas Kira Lewis gets rave reviews, Aaron Nesmith goes to the Celtics: Heres what theyre getting, Cole Anthony goes to the Orlando Magic: Heres what theyre getting, Hes powerful, versatile, head-strong and thoughtful, all of which is why Isaiah Stewart ended up at Washington, Josh Green goes to the Dallas Mavericks: Heres what theyre getting, Saddiq Bey goes to the Detroit Pistons: Heres what theyre getting, Precious Achiuwa goes to the Miami Heat: Heres what theyre getting, Tyrese Maxey goes to the Philadelphia 76ers: Heres what theyre getting, Zeke Nnaji goes to the Denver Nuggets: Heres what theyre getting, R.J. Hampton goes to the Denver Nuggets: Heres what theyre getting, Immanuel Quickley goes to the New York Knicks: Heres what theyre getting, Payton Pritchard goes to the Boston Celtics: Heres what theyre getting, Udoka Azubuike goes to the Utah Jazz: Heres what theyre getting, Jaden McDaniels goes to the Timberwolves: Heres what theyre getting, Malachi Flynn goes to the Toronto Raptors: Heres what theyre getting, Desmond Bane goes to the Memphis Grizzlies: Heres what theyre getting, Tyrell Terry goes to the Dallas Mavericks: Heres what theyre getting, Vernon Carey Jr. goes to the Charlotte Hornets: Heres what theyre getting, Xavier Tillman goes to the Memphis Grizzlies: Heres what theyre getting, Tyler Bey goes to the Dallas Mavericks: Heres what theyre getting, Elijah Hughes goes to the Utah Jazz: Heres what theyre getting, Robert Woodard goes to the Sacramento Kings: Heres what theyre getting, Tre Jones goes to the San Antonio Spurs: Heres what theyre getting, Nick Richards goes to the Charlotte Hornets: Heres what theyre getting, Jahmius Ramsey goes to Sacramento Kings: Heres what theyre getting, Jordan Nwora goes to the Milwaukee Bucks: Heres what theyre getting, Nico Mannion goes to the Golden State Warriors: Heres what theyre getting, Isaiah Joe goes to the Philadelphia 76ers: Heres what theyre getting, Skylar Mays goes to the Atlanta Hawks: Heres what theyre getting, Cassius Winston goes to the Washington Wizards: Heres what theyre getting, Cassius Stanley goes to the Indiana Pacers: Heres what theyre getting, Grant Riller goes to the Charlotte Hornets: Heres what theyre getting, Reggie Perry goes to the Brooklyn Nets: Heres what theyre getting, Paul Reed goes to the Philadelphia 76ers: Heres what theyre getting, Sam Merrill goes to the Milwaukee Bucks: What they should expect. Fontecchio lifts Jazz past Warriors in short-handed matchup Simone Fontecchio dunked Tenacity and skill combine to make him an outstanding prospect. Knocked down 43 percent from 3 and 92 percent from the line despite being at the top of scouting reports by midseason. Terry is limited, but hes young and can really shoot. 262. Team: Trail Blazers | Player: C.J. 16. Vecenie: Merrill| Hollinger: Merrill, Related Reading: Brian Bennett Sam Merrill goes to the Milwaukee Bucks: What they should expect. Some of the most underrated defensive prospects in recent memory have been combo forwards with lengthy wingspans. One wonders if Cleveland could have grabbed him further down. Vecenie: Probably Desmond Bane. | Hollinger: Dotson, Team: Bucks (from NO)| Player: Sam Merrill | 6-5 guard | 205 | 24, senior | Utah State. He has good ballhandling ability and will be able to get real separation if he has the threat of the jumper. Written by David Kay - @david_kmiecik. Getting him at No. WebGet breaking NBA Basketball News, our in-depth expert analysis, latest rumors and follow your favorite sports, leagues and teams with our live updates. After all, Orlando had its pick of the entire class, and there were really only three choices at No. He has the best chance of anyone other than Cunningham to be a star, and he has the talent to be a future scoring champion. Brooklyn Nets: SG Cameron Thomas, LSU, There's some people asking, wait, you have Kyrie Irving and James Harden, why do you need Cameron Thomas? Copyright 2022 Sporting News Holdings Limited. NBA trade grades: Draft day. I like Murray, but it's not what I would have done. I would have picked Theyre arguably the two highest-IQ defenders to come out of the last two drafts. Plus, hes known as an elite-level worker. Vecenies scouting report: Love it. Grade: B+, 55. The Warriors are just one season removed from "Swaggy P," so they had to go snag "Swaggy Poole" to right the ship. 3. Defensively, its not clear what role Samanic will play at the NBA level, as hes not a particularly valuable rim protector, and he hasnt proven he can consistently switch out on the perimeter. I had Williams 14thon my board. I would have picked 1 in Banchero and added a high-ceiling prospect in Houstan. There are a few wings left on the board here, including Nassir Little and Kevin Porter, that may have made more sense from a positional perspective for the Pacers, but Bitadzes a good player. Well, this is unexpected. Hes a career 38.9 percent 3-point shooter despite only shooting 70.3 percent from the foul line. Given the Cavaliers had the option of landing a wing like Jarrett Culver here, the selection is even more perplexing. Indiana Pacers: Andrew Nembhard, guard, Gonzaga 32. 9. Hawks Eric Paschall, Big, Villanova (proposed trade to Warriors), 42. Related Reading: Brian Hamilton: Nico Mannion goes to the Golden State Warriors: Heres what theyre getting, Team: 76ers | Player: Isaiah Joe | 6-5 wing | 170 | 21, sophomore | Arkansas. The 19-year-old struggled with his outside shot in college, making just 27.2 percent of his 3-point attempts. Hollingers team fit: I can respect a gamble on Oturu at this point the draft, although the Clippers tried this same tune with Mfiondu Kabengele a year ago and it didnt turn out so hot. Hollingers team fit: Okoro fills a need on a Cleveland team that has been pitiful defensively the past two seasons. Vecenie: Saddiq Bey if theyre re-signing Christian Wood, Aleksej Pokusevski if theyre not | Hollinger: Aleksej Pokusevski, Related reading: Brian Hamilton: Hes powerful, versatile, head-strong and thoughtful, all of which is why Isaiah Stewart ended up at Washington, Team: Thunder (from MIN via BKN) | Player: Aleksej Pokusevski | 7-0 center | 200 | 18 years old | Olympicacos B. Vecenies scouting report: Genuinely the most interesting player in this draft. Web2022 NBA Draft: Holmgren goes No. Johnson was ranked No. Of course, things can get a bit more complicated and abstract when other assets like future draft picks or established players get tossed into the mix in trades, but well cover that. I have been touting Murphy for a while, and he was the highest-ranked player on my own big board, plus he's a great fit. This is slightly higher than I would have wanted to select Windler. Culvers got a high basketball IQ, hes a hard worker and he has enough skill to work with as a base. Email ESPN Radio Shows The Philadelphia 76ers agree to trade Al Horford to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Danny Green, a source told The Athletic, confirming ESPNs initial report. NBA Draft I would have picked Plus, like John said, there are injuries in the past. Hollingers team fit: Any time you can use a lottery pick to get a backup-caliber player at the leagues least valuable position, you have to go ahead and do it. Thunder Brandon Clarke, Forward, Gonzaga (proposed trade to the Grizzlies). Freshman Greg Oden Just shoot me. Johnson was largely projected as a late first-rounder in most mock drafts. Vecenies scouting report: Incredibly productive big man who has the potential to stretch the floor out beyond the NBA 3-point line. Hopefully its well known by now Williamson is more than the highlights that have earned him over three million followers on Instagram. Hell make plays at a high level early because of his basketball IQ, his live dribble passing and his experience playing up in competition level from a young age. However, Haliburton is the kind of player that I absolutely want on my team if my goal is to win basketball games. Vecenies scouting report: The Pistons decided not to pick up the qualifying offer on their super athletic point guard out of the SEC who probably entered the draft a year too early in Jordan Bone, so they decided to draft another super-athletic point guard out of the SEC who probably entered the draft a year too early in Saben Lee. He's certainly more defense than offense, more athleticism than skill. WebText to 44202 (Msg&Data Rates May Apply). Haliburton was far and away the most talented player left on the board, and I really dont understand how he fell this far. Timberwolves Cameron Johnson, Forward, North Carolina (proposed trade to the Suns). Hes a maestro with ball screens, has a great pull-up game, and really has improved a lot as a distributor over his time in college. Grade: A, 52. Detroit also finally cashed in the Jerami Grant chip for a modest haul, but used the pick they got to move up and draft Duren, perhaps the best true center prospect in the draft. Cooper was a top-25 prospect on my board, and I didn't think it was possible he'd slip to the second round, much less to No. Live 2019 NBA Draft Grades: Round 1 - Picks 1-15. The Pelicans did well to get a But he does need to prove that he can make 3-pointers at a higher volume and quicken his release. Baldwin is a calculated gamble, and Rollins really fits into what Golden State has going on. I dont think he can defend at all, but his offense is legitimate and hell be running the Thunders second unit this season at some point. Hollingers team fit: Kenyon. Hunter isnt one to gamble, and he doesnt create the number of events most great defenders do, but he should still be a huge plus as a stopper. Charlotte Hornets(from Brooklyn): C Balsa Koprivica, Florida State, This one's a surprise. He wasn't great as a freshman, came back to be a sophomore and did everything NBA teams wanted to see in Year 2. Hollingers team fit: I understand the lure Williams is the youngest collegian in the draft and had an alluring combo of size and perimeter skill, and he fits the roster. Hollingers team fit: I thought draftniks had undervalued Pritchard and that it was fair to pick him late in the first round like this, especially for a Boston team that could use another point guard. Defensively, hes rough, and there are off-court questions about his maturity. The sacred first-round grade is reserved for a player who would be a Day 1 pick in any recent draft year, and the number varies by team and scouting department. Vecenie: Tyrese Haliburton| Hollinger: Hayes, Related Reading: Ethan Strauss: Dispatches from the Mystery NBA Draft: Talking with Killian Hayes trainer, Team: Knicks | Player: Obi Toppin | 6-9 forward/center | 230 | 22, sophomore | Dayton. Brooklyn Nets(from Phoenix): C Day'Ron Sharpe, North Carolina, This pick was made by Brooklyn after a trade with Phoenix. Oturu is a raw center who needs to improve his skill level and feel, but hes pretty mobile. Cleveland Cavaliers Evan Mobley, USC It is a measure of the change in NBA mentality that Mobley, as the draft's best center prospect, is not automatically the presumptive No. WebFollow along as we grade every pick in the first round. Time will tell if theyve repeated history by picking Keegan Murray at No. NBA FREE AGENCY BOXING NASCAR TENNIS CRICKET AEW SPORTS BUSINESS. Atlanta filled up on shooters, selecting two players who each shot above 43% from three-point range last season. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: stories | He struggles defensively, too. Vecenies scouting report: The skill here is that hes an absolutely elite shooter. The Pelicans knew they had to surround their superstar with shooting, and Murphy is a 6-9 wing who can really, really shoot it. Im worried about his defense at the next level, though, and I think I would have gone with a number of different point guards ahead of him here, such as Tre Jones, Malachi Flynn, and Theo Maledon. Its hard to imagine a winning backcourt in Cleveland featuring both Garland and incumbent point guard Collin Sexton,even if new head coach John Beilein can succeed in designing an offense that takes advantage of multiple ball handlers. Combined, Morants ability to draw defensive attention and pass out of it should complement last seasons first-round pick, Jaren Jackson Jr., allowing him to excel in advantage scoring situations in the half court. Langford was able to knock down shots off the bounce in high school and shot better than 70 percent from the foul line in college. Vecenie: R.J. Hampton| Hollinger: Saddiq Bey, Related reading: Brendan Marks: Cole Anthony goes to the Orlando Magic: Heres what theyre getting, Team: Pistons (from HOU via POR) | Player: Isaiah Stewart | 6-9 center | 19 years old, freshman | Washington. I would have picked Vecenies scouting report: This is a good one for Atlanta given their perpetual search for a backup point guard. NFL Draft / 15 hours ago 158 shares Full 7-round Bears 2023 mock draft 1.0. On the other end, Hunter is one of the best on-ball defenders in the class. The reason Alexander-Walker didnt come off the board higher is his lack of athleticism. He also has some real dexterity and ability to put the ball on the deck and attack closeouts. Rounds 1 - 2: TBD 8 p.m. In college, he transitioned from spot-up threat as a freshman to ball-dominant pseudo-point guard as a sophomore. Theres an argument New York could have received slightly more value by trading down a spot or two for Jarrett Culver or Darius Garland and adding another asset if that was an option. Pacers Jarrell Brantley, Wing, College of Charleston (proposed trade to the Jazz), 52. If he shoots it at even a reasonable level, hes a monstrous role player who helps you win as a secondary player. | Hollinger: Reed, Team: Wizards (from OKC) | Player: Cassius Winston | 6-1 guard | 195 | 22, senior | Michigan State. In the NBA, hell need to thrive in short rolls rather than the post-ups he got in college. Hes not a lock to shoot it at the NBA level, but he made 35.8 percent of his 3-point attempts in college and shot 85.1 percent from the foul line in his final season. Hunter may have worn a Lakers hat when he shook Adam Silvers hand on stage, but he wont play for them next season, as this pick is part of the agreed upon trade sending Anthony Davis to Los Angeles. Hachimura is a prospect who was ranked significantly lower on my big board, and while it seemed clear NBA teams were bigger fans, it still puzzles me as to why. July 30, 2021 1:17 pm ET. Hes an elite level creator and scorer. In New Orleans, hell pair with Zion Williamson to form one of the most athletic frontcourts in the league. Celtics Romeo Langford, Wing, Indiana. Hes even flashed some passing as a short-roll decision-maker. He deserves it. I would have picked 22. Bulls Coby White, Point, North Carolina. Now Available: SamVecenies final Mock Draft 1 overall pick. And that trade wasn't the only one. This is a no-brainer. At 7-foot, he presents good value as a late-bloomer who could be a floor-spacing center. Los Angeles Clippers(from New York): SG Keon Johnson, Tennessee, The Clippers got this pick in a draft-night trade with the Knicks that sent No. Vecenie: Tyrese Maxey| Hollinger: Paul Reed, Related reading: John Martin:Precious Achiuwa goes to the Miami Heat: Heres what theyre getting, Team: 76ers (from OKC) | Player: Tyrese Maxey|6-3 guard | 200 | 19, freshman | Kentucky. Hollingers team fit: A powerful shooting guard with upside, Edwards fits here better than LaMelo Ball or James Wiseman. He has so much potential, but does it bother anybody that he didn't really show he was a good basketball player in his two years in college? Memphis Grizzlies(from New Orleans): SF Ziaire Williams, Stanford, This is much higher than most people had Williams, but it's completely in line with what the Grizzlies are doing. The Washington wing player brings a lot of what Philadelphia needs in its role players to the table. If you watched the broadcast on mute and stayed off of Twitter, there were plenty of surprises from this years event, with Vecenie: Jones | Hollinger: Dotson, Related Reading: Brendan Marks: Tre Jones goes to the San Antonio Spurs: Heres what theyre getting, Team: Hornets (from NO)| Player: Nick Richards | 7-0 center | 240 | 22, junior | Kentucky. Magic Talen Horton-Tucker, Wing, Iowa State (proposed trade to the Lakers), 47. This skillset is in high demand across the NBA. But yeah, pretty clearly a guy worth a guaranteed contract. But analytics love him, as he was historically productive for a teenager in a very good league in Turkey, and he was the best player left on my board. Houston Rockets: PF Jabari Smith, Auburn. Hes an extremely high-level passer, and a terrific ballhandler for his size. We talk a lot about how he was a high school quarterback, and I think that helps him see and make passes that other point guards can't make. Grade: B+, 44. 2 pick in this draft. WebI think in a normal world, a case could've been made for Jaden Ivey to be the No. He came into the draft as the No. The hope is that he can be a 3-and-D player at the wings. I would have picked For much of the draft process, Smith was assumed to be the No. But he needs the shooting to come along. WebNews about Chicago Bears, Cubs, Bulls, White Sox, Blackhawks, Fire from the Chicago Tribune, including latest injury reports, roster moves, trades, scores and analysis, photos and highlights. Vecenies scouting report: The Blazers rumors seemingly fell through on Scrubb, huh John? He averaged 8.8 points, 2.9 assists and 2.9 rebounds and shot 37.1% from the field in 116 games. All Rights Reserved. Dro & Dom debate which teams won the NFL Draft & who lost it. His lack of athleticism may prevent him from doing so in the NBA. Hes a good shooter with terrific shot-blocking instincts. 2015 Vecenies scouting report: French guard who has some upside as a playmaker and distributor. Williamsons size, strength and athleticism make him nearly unstoppable in the open court. 30. He simply has not had the track record of other prospects still available in terms of his production in college. Team: Suns | Player: Jalen Smith | 6-10 forward/center | 225 | 20, sophomore | Maryland. Grade: A-, 11. Grade: A+, 18. So where does that leave him? So Detroit got this right. I dont really think Maxey quite has the burst to consistently break down defenders in the way he needs to play as a primary. If I was them, I would have had him much higher. I would have picked At this point in the draft its worth a shot I guess, but Im going to keep pushing Paul Reed (the 12thplayer on my board) as a better option. Warriors Jordan Poole, Wing, Michigan. WebGet NCAA football news, scores, stats, standings & more for your favorite teams and players -- plus watch highlights and live games! I would have picked Hayes is headed to New Orleans as part of the deal that saw Atlanta move up to select DeAndre Hunter at No. Boston has always been willing to bet on its ability to improve shooters. The Timberwolves needed someone behind Karl-Anthony Towns, and they're getting a top-level defender. Terry does have a long frame for his position at 6-feet-7-inches, so perhaps Chicago believes he can reliably fill in as a hard-working wing on both ends of the floor. 7. Smith can shoot and has some shot-blocking capability, but I had him 31ston my board. Follow along for a complete list of selections from the draft. 59 is a nice value. Hollingers team fit: Another international who didnt crack my top 70, Simonovic was a serviceable starting center in Serbia as a 21-year-old and, yes, its another 5. Vecenie: Trade Down | Hollinger: LaMelo Ball, Related Reading: Vecenie: 2020 NBA Draft College Coaches Poll: Varying opinions on Anthony Edwards | Ethan Strauss: Anthony Edwards, Isaac Okoro and more: NBA Draft talk with Evan Zamir, Part 2, Team: Warriors | Player: James Wiseman | 7-1 center | 245 | 19, freshman | Memphis. The big concern here though is that hes an undersized guy to play the 2 at the next level, and hes not a monster athlete. Unfortunately, he also fits because he coasts along at about 35% effort on defense. Hollingers team fit: Jones is a decent enough player and can probably stick in the league, but I get a lot more excited about Devin Dotsons blow-by speed than Joness meh offensive arsenal. Phoenix,a team drastically in need of a point guard,passed up the chance to draft a good one at No. Hes capable of playing both on and off the ball. I would have picked People will say he has tools to be good defensively, but he was an extremely poor defender this season who Texas Tech had to take off the floor late in games. Which teams managed to come out of the draft looking good? He made 38.3 percent of his 303 college 3-point attempts. Hollingers team fit: I actually like this pick for the Clippers, because Perry maybe has enough versatility to play 4 and 5, and he was quietly really productive at Mississippi State. Grade: B-, 42. Vecenies scouting report: Another one of my favorite picks so far, thats two in a row. The Boston Celtics select JD Davison from Alabama in the 2nd round of the 2022 He fashions himself as something of a forward who likes to stretch the floor, but doesnt have the shooting to do so yet. Washington Wizards: SF Corey Kispert, Gonzaga, I never liked Kispert as a top-10 prospect, which was his hype at one point. This is a nice value for the Pistons here just outside the lottery. 4. I thought he was an overrated defender who got driven on-ball more often than youd like to see for a guy whose whole skill package is defense. 2. Long-term, White has the potential to be a gravity-inducing pull-up threat from outside the arc. Vecenies scouting report: Think Boston picked the best stash left on the board here with Madar, something that was essential for them given their roster situation. Like Young, Garland projects to struggle defensively. https://aura.com/chatsportsWatch the 2022 NBA Draft LIVE on YouTube with Chat Sports HERE - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNl9UJkeEHMCeltics fans answer the following questions:- Grade the JD Davison pick! Take the big swing on the player who might have some issues, the same way Denver did with Michael Porter Jr. a couple years ago. C is average, and gradesgo up or down from there. Hopefully itll help figure out who did well and who didnt. Garland is an interesting enough prospect worthy of a top-five selection, but this seems like an odd allocation of assets for Cleveland. Of players of this ilk, I liked Jordan Nwora better. Oklahoma City Thunder: SF Josh Giddey, Australia, I don't think this is as crazy as it might seem. He relies on his jumper a bit too much, and its not particularly accurate. Vecenie: Riller | Hollinger: Reed or Dotson. Markelle Fultz. In his ideal form, Reddish operates as a bit of a point forward using his size to create offense for himself and his teammates. The Bulls also have a serious weakness when it comes to backup power forwards and centers, and there were plenty of great ones still on the board when Terrys name was called. Nobody was better in college basketball at offensive rebounding than Sharpe, so this is a very sensible fit for a team with a ton of scorers. I would have picked Memphis Grizzlies(from Utah): PF Santi Aldama, Loyola-Md. Hes a mature offensive player who excels playing out of ball screens, whether its rolling to the rim or popping out beyond the 3-point line. Jackson should make up for his weakness. Hollingers team fit: Lewis joins an already crowded backcourt in New Orleans, but several are veterans who may be on the move. Maybe that skill will come back around and turn him into a nice steal for Portland here. I had a two-way grade on him. I believed that to be Kayvon Thibodeaux much earlier in the draft process, but as Charlie Campbell wrote in the NFL Hot Press, Jacksonville prefers Aidan Hutchinson and Travon Walker at the moment.The Jaguars feel Grade: C-, 47. 5. Kings Ignas Brazdeikis, Forward, Michigan (proposed trade to the Knicks), 48. The Jazz made this selection, but its going to Oklahoma City via Memphis as part of the deal for Brandon Clarke at No. You're asking him to be better in the NBA than he was in college, and that's worrisome. Suns Jarrett Culver, Wing, Texas Tech (proposed trade to the Timberwolves). Is there an official "Grit'NGrind" initiation ritual I need to go through? Hollingers team fit: Im not a fan of drafting centers, especially this highly. Gary Parrish (first round) and Kyle Boone (second) offered their analysis below. 1 pick if he'd gone to college. Celtics/Bucks, Draymond's suspension, Harden's woes & more. Plus, he wont turn 19 until mid-November, making him one of the youngest players in the class. That ability to defend away from the basket might not hold up in the NBA, and hes one of the worst free throw shooters to enter the draft in history. Grade: A+, 21. Not shouldering White with a heavy creation burden right away should be a positive. This selection is frankly awful. 20). Thats what well attempt to grade. He's a tough, gritty guard who can really get after it defensively and has the tools to be a really high-level shot-maker in the NBA. He also made a drastic improvement with his conditioning to be able to not be a liability on the perimeter, and hes an elite finisher at the basket, holding the NCAA field goal percentage record. Theres a foundation of something interesting here. He also has the shifty handle and athleticism to generate offense on his own. Grade: B+, 34. Brooklyn Nets(from Atlanta): PG Marcus Zegarowski, Creighton, The Nets get one of college basketball's most electric shot-makers here at 49. WebHeading into the 1980 NBA draft, the Boston Celtics lost Dave Cowens to retirement and had Larry Bird ready to start his second NBA season. Barrett has legitimate potential to be the prized wing creator every team lusts after. Kabengele was a healthy riser during the pre-draft process, although this is even slightly lower than where he was projected to land. I still think Paul Reed is better, but Im a broken record. This is the big swing to build a real future. Winston needs to get in better shape and cut the turnovers down, but he can definitely run an offense and make an open shot. Okongwu can be that guy because hes so strong and has such quick footspeed. Yes, Murray may be a more natural fit with this current Sacramento roster than Jaden Ivey, for example, but the jury is out on whether or not hell have the same long-term potential. If he develops his pull-up jumper, I think he has a shot to be a low-level starter. I would have picked Hes definitely an NBA player because its hard to find guys who are this big and this skilled that have such high feel for the game. Thats old for a lottery pick these days,and theres a limited upside that comes with that. After that, it becomes seconds. His defensive aptitude is so strong. Vecenies scouting report: Toppin is a dominant offensive player. Clarke will be free to find the garbage buckets offensively and make plays out of short rolls when needed. Milwaukee Bucks (from Indiana): PF Sandro Mamukelashvili, Seton Hall, Mamukelashvili is one of the more productive college players to get drafted and his combination of size and skill presents real upside at 54 for the Bucks. But he put up big numbers against weak competition for a bad team. Freak show athlete, and the more I watched his ability to gain separation, the more I liked him. He's an efficient scorer around the rim and effectively uses his massive wingspan to swat shots at an elite rate. Hollingers team fit: Tillmans analytics were fantastic so its surprising to see a numbers-friendly Kings front office him to Memphis here. They have three first-round picks, they'refacing a retooling of the roster and you can never have too many quality wings. New Orleans Pelicans(from Cleveland): SF Herbert Jones, Alabama, In Jones, the Pelicans add a defensive monster who can guard multiple positions and and is coming off a career-best year in which he won SEC Player of the Year honors. He is a 6-foot-9 shot creator who can get to his step back at any time and has some real defensive tools, but he falls in love with it too often. Golden State Warriors: SG Moses Moody, Arkansas, I had Moody as a top seven, eight, nine prospect in this draft. Fultz has elite tools and uncanny ability and could develop into the next great lead guard in the NBA. Hollingers team fit: I like Dotson and Riller better than Winston, but man this is a pretty good get this late in the draft. Murray at No. Koloko is awesome and a great value at No. Vecenies scouting report: Its hard to find centers who can close games because they can credibly protect the rim, rebound and also play switchable coverages on the perimeter. Flynn was one of my sleepers, and while I rated Devon Dotson and Theo Maledon a bit higher in the backcourt, I have a hard time arguing with Toronto adding another high IQ, high feel player. Hes a strong, athletic wing who should be the Cavs stopper right away. WebThe 2009 NBA draft was held on June 25, 2009, at the WaMu Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York City. This pick was initially traded to Atlanta as part of a deal to clear Allen Crabbes salary, and it was ultimately sent to New Orleans as a piece in the trade for No. Hayes should at least be a useful pro. Clippers Terance Mann, Wing, Florida State, 49. Hes probably the best shooter in the draft, and he has positional size. Still 18 yearsold, hes the future for New Orleans and maybe, if things break right, the league as a whole. Vecenie: Vassell | Hollinger: Vassell, Related reading: Eamonn Brennan: Five sleepers I like in the NBA Draft, Team: Kings | Player: Tyrese Haliburton | 6-5 guard | 175 | 20, sophomore | Iowa State. Vassell can shoot, defend, and jump, and his high release that could be weaponized further. His sophomore shooting numbers 30.4 percent from 3-point range and 70.7 percent at the foul line dont suggest hell be a good shooter right away, but these are the type of players worth betting on figuring out ways to contribute. Bazley is billed as a versatile forward threat who can shoot it and attack on face-ups. He wont be a star, but hell stick for a while. 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