He's back up to 39.5 percent from three after averaging 22.6 points over UCLA's last five games. He should move up if he continues to produce against pros and former draft picks/college standouts. The team with the worst record cannot fall below No. 35 pick on Thursday. Scouts sound hopeful that he'll return to school, especially if Juzang and Jaime Jaquez Jr. both declare for the draft. Hes now considered the fourth overall pick in consecutive aggregate mock drafts. Agbaji has made an incredible 64 threes in only 20 games (46.4 percent), and he's managed to average 20.9 points despite converting one isolation basket all season. Hardy's skill level as a creator, shot-maker and passer is too high for a serious draft-night slide. Our updated 2023 NBA mock draft lands Houston a big man to team up with the likes of Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr. 2. 5. Denver Nuggets (via Thunder):Jordan Walsh (Arkansas, SF, Freshman). 14. 46. But hes also suited to play possessions off the ball with a promising catch-and-shoot game from the wings and corners. 2022 NBA Mock Draft: How 3 Trades Can Shake Up the Top 10 Greg Swartz June 09, 2022 The 2022 NBA draft is roughly two weeks away and could feature a number of trades that would. Oklahoma City Thunder: Chet Holmgren (Gonzaga, PF/C, Freshman), 3. He's cooled off over the past two weeks, although that seemed inevitable after his start. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Clippers): AJ Griffin (Duke, SF, Freshman), 13. Portland Trail Blazers (via Grizzlies): Trevion Williams (Purdue, PF/C, Senior), 60. Denver Nuggets:TyTy Washington Jr. (Kentucky, PG, Freshman), 22. The 13-time All-Star, who was dealt to Phoenix on Feb. 9, has not played in a game since Jan. 8 when he was with the Nets. He's always shown confidence in his shot dating back to high school. Banchero isn't as convincing of a three-pointer shooter or defender as Jabari Smith or Chet Holmgren, but his combination of 6'10", 250-pound size, self-creation and shot-making skill points to star-caliber scoring potential. Toronto Raptors:Ausar Thompson (Overtime Elite, SG/SF, 2003). 1 pick. Denver Nuggets: Christian Braun (Kansas, SG/SF, Junior). Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Images, (Boulogne-Levallois: Big, International, 7-2), Best rank:1 (ESPN, The Athletic, Bleacher Report, The Ringer,NBADraft.net, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports, Yahoo, SB Nation, USA TODAYs For The Win). An immediate physical standout at 67, 225 pounds, Kaluma has appeared to have added more shooting confidence and creation skill. 12 and 30 picks, Memphis, with picks Nos. Charlotte Hornets: Jeremy Sochan (Baylor, PF, Freshman), 19. 37. While certain coaches may see a primary initiator in Thompson, given the advantage he can create from the point of attack, he offers enough versatility to play the 2 or 3 next to a guard like LaMelo Ball in Charlotte. After a 29-point game against Seton Hall and 30 points against Omaha, a Murray breakout appears on. The Thompson twins are NBA athletes, but in the NBA, youve got to be more than that because everyone is that at the pro level, an NBA scout said, as relayed by Scotto. San Antonio Spurs (via Celtics):Ismael Kamagate (Paris Basketball, C, 2001), 26. Its difficult to picture a scenario where Henderson doesnt go No. 10. Sacramento Kings (via Bulls): Oscar Tshiebwe (Kentucky, PF/C, Junior), 58. San Antonio Spurs (via Lakers): Jaylin Williams (Arkansas, PF, Sophomore), 39. The second-leading freshman scorer at 17.5 points, Mintz should creep his way onto NBA radars with his ball-handling and off-the-dribble footwork for creation, mid-range shot-making, secondary playmaking, rim pressure and defensive energy. The Houston Rockets will presumably take whoever falls to them among the group of Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero. 21. Baldwin has scouts nervous about his brutally inefficient season, historically low vertical numbers and seemingly casual approach. Prodica is staying in the draft, a sign his camp feels comfortable after having discussions with second-round teams. Meanwhile, hes making 1.5 threes per game and swatting11.1 percentof opponents shots. Ausar Thompsonwas the No. Between his two-point scoring efficiency and improved playmaking, he's entered the second-round discussion. The brother of a 2022 top-five pick seems poised to make a similar jump up the board. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NBA, its clubs or Warner Brothers Discovery. Spagnolo is on roll in Italy with three consecutive games of at least 17 points and four assists. Darren Yamashita . Orlando Magic:Trevon Brazile (Arkansas, PF/C, Sophomore). Watson averaged just 3.3 points in 12.7 minutes per game, looking too raw for the one-and-done conversation. If anything, one would think it would be looking to add another pick by using a veteran such as Malcolm Brogdon or Myles Turner. The Blazers seem more likely to deal their No. The lowest he could fall figures to be to the Charlotte Hornets at No. "Expect the unexpected" is a thought shared by many. It wouldnt be surprising if it took some time for the freshman to build back his shooting rhythm joining an established lineup led by juniors and seniors. Memphis Grizzlies (via Cavaliers): Dereon Seabron (NC State, SF, Sophomore), 48. Now he'll just be hoping to hear his name called, though his defensive talent seems undeniable. He also worked out for the Sacramento Kings this week, though they'd be more of a trade-down team. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Wizards): Michael Foster (G League Ignite, PF, 2003). Minnesota Timberwolves (via Nuggets): Peyton Watson (UCLA, SF, Freshman). 15). 50. The Orlando Magic could enter next season focused on building around Jalen Suggs, Cole Anthony, Franz Wagner and Jabari Smith. Neither Thompson twin can shoot the ball very well. But they wouldnt cause a team like the Houston Rockets to hesitate. Compared to Smith, Holmgren was far more effective at the rim, and he projects at the higher-impact defender and passer. 7 pick for a win-now player. 2022-23 NBA standings on Feb. 27 Teams within five games of Houston in the standings: 1. And Bleacher Report NBA draft expert Jonathan Wasserman has put together a new mock draft projecting what players Boston might select if they use them let's take a look at who the B/R. 4 pick. With a 16-assist game on his resume, hes sporting a30.1 assist percentage, a development thats putting him in the conversation with the most complete point guard prospects of the decade. The Atlanta Hawks have been mentioned as a team looking to move up, so that's a trade partner to monitor. And chances are, mystery and perceived upside will work in his favor during the predraft process. New York Knicks: Josh Minott (Memphis, SF/PF Freshman), 43. Loves efficient start inside the arc (63.3 percent) seems more notable than his cold three-point shooting (5-of-27). 13. Similar to his brother last year, Iowas Kris Murray is rising up the Draft board. A core of Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Wembanyama would suddenly have a new level of upside. Agbaji's37-point outburst against Texas Tech felt like a needle-mover, with scouts now expecting the senior to wind up cracking the top 20. But at this point, with interest in Williams high and widespread, he is well regarded enough for a team to justify selecting him in the teens. He looks like an easy NBA fit anywhere as a combo capable of making a big impact on relatively low usage. Atlanta Hawks: Jalen Williams (Santa Clara, SG, Junior), 17. Meanwhile, there is belief from multiple rival teams that the Thunder figure to be enticed by Ivey as well. With a high usage and tough schedule early, George has had mixed performances, though the pros still outweigh the lows. 8, assuming they want more spacing with Zion Williamson returning. Orlando Magic: Dariq Whitehead (Duke, SG/SF, Freshman). Boston Celtics (via Blazers):Ousmane NDiaye (Grupo Eleyco Baskonia, PF, 2004). NBA Mock Draft: After Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller is pushing Amen and Ausar Thompson for the No. New Orleans Pelicans: Max Christie (Michigan State, SG/SF, Freshman), 42. Charlotte could deal No. Shooting over 40.0 percent from three for the third consecutive season, Scheierman should have fans who see a shot-making, ball-moving role player. Chet Holmgren's 74.2 percent two-point percentage and 45.6 percent three-point shooting would clearly help the NBA's, We've never seen Holmgren's type or level of two-way skill. He may be in jeopardy of sliding deep into the second round otherwise. The Sacramento Kings would make the most sense, given how his shooting/shot-making would fit next to De'Aaron Fox. B/R's Final 2022 NBA Mock. It's possible L.A. will make a safe bet on a player ready to contribute now, such as the 235-pound Lewis. Memphis Grizzlies (via Timberwolves):James Nnaji (Barcelona, C, 2004). Scouts are waiting to see how real Shannons early-season shooting is after he made four threes versus Monmouth and eight threes against UCLA. Though not the most creative scorer, hes produced within Michigans offense, making jumpers and good decisions in terms of when to attack or move the ball. 23. Minnesota Timberwolves:Tari Eason (LSU, PF, Sophomore), 20. Its the third consecutive time hes projected as the fifth overall pick in our aggregate mock draft. Between Banchero and Jalen Green, the Rockets will have two high-level creators to run offense through and build around. Golden State Warriors: Matthew Mayer (Baylor, SF/PF, Senior), 60. Houston Rockets (via Nets): Tari Eason (LSU, PF, Sophomore), 18. Brooklyn Nets:GG Jackson (South Carolina, PF, Freshman). 1 guy on a championship team anymore, NBA executive: I fear the Clippers much less since they added Russell Westbrook, Joel Embiid no longer concerned with MVP: What I can control is to win a championship, that's where I place my focus, Jae Crowder knew he wouldn't be with Nets long-term: Too many guys over there looking like me, I ain't got time for that, Chandler Parsons on Ben Simmons: He's most likely a minimum player for the rest of his career, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. If a surprise name can shake up the top four, we're hearing it is Sharpe. Brown's lack of offense became more alarming as the season went on, and his defense didn't appear strong enough to make up for his lack of creation and poor shooting. Hawkins entered the season on breakout watch, and hes quickly delivered some noteworthy stretches of persuasive shooting with a quick, high release. The top three might not be set the way it seemed after the lottery. The freshman is on pace to become the only NCAA playerever to average this many threes (1.4) with a block rate over 12.0 percent. Boston Celtics: Dereon Seabron (North Carolina State, SF, Sophomore), 56. 11. On the draft radar since 2018, Spagnolo has emerged as a clear second-round prospect. But his unconventional archetype and versatility seem to be playing to his favor. Then, HoopsHype gathered thoughts from multiple NBA executives and scouts for their insight on the projected first-round picks for the fourth edition of the aggregate mock draft to find the answer. Denver Nuggets: MarJon Beauchamp (G League Ignite, SF, 2000), 22. Los Angeles Clippers: Jean Montero (Overtime Elite, PG, 2003), 44. A team like the Orlando Magic could see an interchangeable guard, capable of creating or playmaking from the point or scoring and shooting as a 2. 6, and so on. Averaging 14.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 2.7 steals and 1.5 blocks over Arkansas' last six games, Williams is earning a spot on scouts' watch lists. Any production or flashes from 18-year-old Nnaji in the ACB or EuroLeague should feel meaningful. Jonathan Wasserman provides his latest projections through 2 rounds after an early look at the potential 2023 class. 29. Golden State Warriors: Jarace Walker (Houston, PF, Freshman). NOTE: These rankings reflect the composite score to get a feel for the overall consensus, not HoopsHypes opinion. You'll get exclusive content every month and be a key part of the NBA Draft Room community. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Nuggets): Michael Foster Jr. (G League Ignite, PF, 2003), 51. It's not known what the Kings think of Ivey or his fit with De'Aaron Fox, though the Purdue guard never worked out with Sacramento. 16. Jonathan Wasserman, Bleacher. Consecutive 26-point, six-assist games in Maui highlighted Anthony Blacks advantageous combination of 67 size and ball-handling skills. 6 seems most realistic for Indiana. Milwaukee Bucks:DaRon Holmes II (Dayton, PF/C, Sophomore). 31 to No. An Ivey-De'Aaron Fox pairing figures to give the Kings a more exciting feel no matter. 5 in the first-round order, whereas the second-worst team can drop to as low as No. The Wizards played Kristaps Porzingis at center with Kyle Kuzma and Rui Hachimura in the rotation. New allegations against Ja Morant, including punching teenager, brandishing gun at him, Optimism that Stephen Curry can return next week, Paul George admits he doesn't think he can be the No. Philadelphia 76ers: Nikola Jovic (Mega Leks, SF, 2003), 26. New Orleans Pelicans (via Jazz):Hugo Besson (New Zealand Breakers, SG, 2001), 53. Kansas Jalen Wilson has been one of the best CBB scorers this year. There are concerns over Juzang's quickness and athleticism for the NBA, but his shot-making is too tough for teams to keep passing on the 6'7" wing. Though Griffin isn't the most explosive athlete, his tremendous physical profile (6'6", 222 pounds, 7'0" wingspan), jumper and comfort level putting the ball down create a strong two-way foundation for an 18-year-old. Indiana's Bennedict Mathurin and Detroit's Jaden Ivey hold down the top spots for the 2nd consecutive week. Detroit Pistons (via Blazers): Christian Koloko (Arizona, C, Junior), 37. The ingredients for a pro scorer are there in terms of tools, athleticism, creation potential and shooting, though limited playmaking ability does reduce his margin for error. His scoring craft and touch are special, and they help offset his complete lack of speed and burst. 2. Sticking at No. Whitmore looked better and better from April through the summer, finishing it with MVP honors at the FIBA U18 Americas Championship. His lack of explosion and decision-making could allow teams in the late lottery or teens to have a shot at grabbing him later than most expected in October. Lewis isn't the defensive stopper scouts hope for in a 6'7", 245-pound combo forward. He buried all five of his attempts on Saturday against Louisville. Though the Magic are believed to be considering Holmgren and Banchero, Smith remains the favorite. Hes even made 8-of-17 threes, showing a different level of confidence stepping into longer jumpers. Chet Holmgren's 74.2 percent two-point percentage and 45.6 percent three-point shooting would clearly help the NBA's No. Liddell has not received an invite to the green room, which bodes well for teams' chances of getting him in the 20s. Prkacin had some real first-round momentum before withdrawing late in the 2021 NBA Draft process. Smith doesnt have Scoot Hendersons burst or bounce. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Knicks):Arthur Kaluma (Creighton, SF, Sophomore). To project where Wembanyama and other top prospects stand, HoopsHype compiled 10 mock . Teams believe Dieng could go as high as No. San Antonio Spurs (via Lakers): Trevor Keels (Duke, SG/SF, Freshman), 43. 27. 48. 36). However, there's still plenty to like about his three-level scoring skills, point-of-attack burst and defensive tools. 57. 60. Improved creation/shot-making skills and numbers are fueling Johnny Davis' rise up draft boards, but the struggling Sacramento Kings could put extra stock into the impact he's had on winning. The nation's leader in true shooting percentage and box plus-minus, Holmgren would likely be the clear No. He died aged 67. There isnt an NBA player like him in terms of wing size, the highest levels of quickness and explosion and creation skill for teammates. 3 pick in the last three aggregate mock drafts. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. 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