Houston Rockets (via Mavericks): TyTy Washington Jr. (Kentucky, PG, Freshman), 27. The Atlanta Hawks have been mentioned as a team looking to move up, so that's a trade partner to monitor. Milwaukee Bucks: Jake LaRavia (Wake Forest, PF, Junior), 25. Golden State Warriors: JD Davison (Alabama, PG, Freshman), 30. There is even disagreement about how the top three will play out. Whoever drafts him has a totally different future ahead. 14 isn't likely to draft Mark Williams, who makes sense for the Hornets roster. This late in the draft, a team may put more stock into Nunezs special facilitating and passing than the questions about his shooting and physical traits. 18. Between his two-point scoring efficiency and improved playmaking, he's entered the second-round discussion. It's still extremely uncommon to see a guard-wing type generate first-round attention after averaging just 11.5 points per 40 minutes. 3 with an unmatchable combination of 67 size, elite athletic ability and playmaking skills. The 2024 draft class is headlined by Bronny James, LeBron James' son. 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. NBA Mock Draft 2022: Second Round Teeming with Potential With soon-to-be big names occupying the first round, the 2022 NBA Draft's second round could feature some underlying talent.. By June 23, Daniels will have worked out for every team picking Nos. Sacramento Kings (via Bulls): Dominick Barlow (Overtime Elite, PF, 2003), 50. Indiana Pacers (via Rockets):Jordan Hawkins (Connecticut, SG, Sophomore). He's back up to 39.5 percent from three after averaging 22.6 points over UCLA's last five games. Amen Thompsonwas the third overall pick in five of the 10 mock drafts polled and has maintained his current standing as the projected No. Nzosa started the year as a potential lottery pick. Utah Jazz (via Sixers):Kelel Ware (Oregon, C, Freshman). Age (18), shooting (38.9 percent 3PT) and defense will give him wiggle room to struggle finishing plays inside the arc. The Spurs are showcasing the importance of Black culture in their community for the month of February. San Antonio Spurs (via Lakers):Jaylin Williams (Arkansas, PF, Sophomore), 39. And at 18 years old with an easier-to-project body, Smith may look preferable over Holmgren, who's 195 pounds and turns 20 in May. 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:Maxwell Lewis (Pepperdine, SG, Sophomore). Though Sassers 61 size and limited athleticism hurt his perceived NBA projection, a team still figures to buy his super sharpe ball-handling for creation and shooting ability. Indiana Pacers:Judah Mintz (Syracuse, SG, Freshman). There are questions about who he will defend in the NBA, though in the Nos. Sticking at No. Indiana Pacers (via Suns):Ron Harper Jr. (Rutgers, SF, Senior). The Thompson twins can step onto an NBA court next year and play defense immediately, an executive told HoopsHype. Hes made five of his first 12 threes, showcased plus passing IQ and delivered some soft touch shots around the key. Come June, his sales pitch to scouts will presumably lead with highlight film from last week's 33-point, nine-rebound, six-assist game against the Pirates. Golden State Warriors: Jarace Walker (Houston, PF, Freshman). While hes not the most creative of the top wing prospects, the gradual development and strides hes made remains a selling point. 6. The San Antonio Spurs could find Keegan Murray's versatility, improvement/production and fit too enticing in the late lottery. Hes even made 8-of-17 threes, showing a different level of confidence stepping into longer jumpers. In each of their recent mock drafts, The Athletic's Sam Vecenie and Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman had Brandon Miller, Amen Thompson and Jarace Walker coming off the board for picks three through five in some order. Toronto Raptors:Ricky Council IV (Arkansas, SF/SG, Junior). Charlotte Hornets:JD Davison (Alabama, PG, Freshman). New Orleans Pelicans (via Jazz): Hugo Besson (New Zealand Breakers, SG, 2001), 53. Neither are likely enough when packaged with No. Now he'll just be hoping to hear his name called, though his defensive talent seems undeniable. Hardy's skill level as a creator, shot-maker and passer is too high for a serious draft-night slide. His speed and quickness testing results in Chicago were underwhelming. September 19, 2022 1:38 PM Anthony Edwards could be poised for a breakout year in the 2022-23 season. Foster was in great shape at the combine (6.2 percent body fat), an encouraging sign for a big whose defense and conditioning had been question marks. There has been enough evidence over the years of dangerous shot-making. Indiana Pacers (via Cavaliers):Julian Strawther (Gonzaga, SF, Junior). Based on the current draft picture, whichever team picks third might not have much to think about other than listening to trade offers. 1 team with a skill set and strengths that the NBA values. Oklahoma City Thunder: Brandon Miller (Alabama, SF, Freshman). This mock draft reflects what we think NBA teams will do, not what we would do. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. The NBA draft smoke has felt thick this week. The nation's leader in true shooting percentage and box plus-minus, Holmgren would likely be the clear No. Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Brett Wilhelm/NCAA Photos via Getty Images. Avoiding questions about his three-point consistency and shot selection will be Whiteheads challenges. Athletic finishing remains Braziles signature strength, though continuing to build on the early-season shooting flashes will be his key to a legitimate draft-stock spike. New York Knicks (via Wizards):Emoni Bates (Eastern Michigan, SF, Sophomore). There is even some disagreement about how the top. 12 and 30 picks, Memphis, with picks Nos. 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 all it takes is one that's willing to bet on potential and blame his bad season on a poor fit at UCLA. Golden State Warriors: Matthew Mayer (Baylor, SF/PF, Senior), 60. And he's totaled 88 assists to 33 turnovers, looking comfortable and willing in a facilitator/passer role. Howard has immediately caught scouts attention with his shot-making and scoring instincts for a 68 wing. But he also buried a combined four three-pointers, a notable development for a point-forward with translatable, impact passing and defensive instincts. Atlanta Hawks: Josh Minott (Memphis, SF/PF, Freshman), 45. 1. Thanks for signing up. Iowa's Keegan Murray is having one of the best seasons in college basketball and his excellent play has helped his draft stock quite a bit . 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. The drafts projected young prospect, GG Jackson has been productive early for South Carolina, averaging 16.2 points and 8.0 rebounds with seven threes in five games.Shooting, athletic finishes and energy plays have been behind Jacksons scoring. New Orleans Pelicans (via Lakers): Dyson Daniels (G League Ignite, PG/SG, 2003), 9. Los Angeles Clippers:Johnny Juzang (UCLA, SF, Junior), 45. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Heat): Yannick Nzosa (Unicaja, C, 2003), 59. 7 pick for a win-now player. Teams could still see translatable finishing and shot-blocking tied to his 610 frame and athleticism. He looks like an easy NBA fit anywhere as a combo capable of making a big impact on relatively low usage. But hes also suited to play possessions off the ball with a promising catch-and-shoot game from the wings and corners. 6 seems most realistic for Indiana. Jones hasnt made a three-pointer yet, but Swiss Army knife-numbers (13.3 points, 6.7 assists, 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 steals, 1.7 blocks) could look enticing for a versatility specialty role. But for a second-rounder, his physical profile, scoring skill level and production could generate more interest than what's being reported or projected. Memphis Grizzlies (via Cavaliers): Dereon Seabron (NC State, SF, Sophomore), 48. Between the shooting versatility, drives past closeouts, post buckets and body-controlled finishes, the jump hes making looks similar to Keegans last year. Denver Nuggets (via Thunder):Wendell Moore Jr. (Duke, SG/SF, Junior). 1 overall pick like there was this season with Cade Cunningham. 13. Similar to his brother last year, Iowas Kris Murray is rising up the Draft board. Detroit, 15-46, 1.5 GB 4. Minnesota Timberwolves: Gabriele Procida (Bologna, SF, 2002), 49. He just returned to Megas lineup after being out a month. 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 doesn't seem like a realistic target for the New Orleans Pelicans at No. Scouts are already picturing a plug-and-play NBA wing in Dick, a convincing shooter (10-or-20 3PT) at 68 whos shown more athleticism at the rim, shot-making versatility and defensive toughness. Based on current standings and draft lottery odds, the Houston Rockets would be guaranteed a top-five overall selection in the upcoming 2023 NBA draft. Stats courtesy of Synergy SportsandSports Reference. Detroit Pistons (via Blazers): Christian Koloko (Arizona, C, Junior), 37. 26. San Antonio, 14-47, 0.5 games back (GB) 3. Sacramento Kings: Kendall Brown (Baylor, SF, Freshman), 38. Denver Nuggets (via Thunder): Blake Wesley (Notre Dame, SG, Freshman). 13, No. Bailey is missing a surefire NBA skill, though he deserves a spot on second-round boards or his three-level shot-making potential and passing. 6. 8 and that he's become an option for teams in the late lottery. Feedback on Montero has been mostly about scouts' desire to see more and hear more positives from the Overtime staff. Bleacher Report: Updated 2023 NBA Mock Draft for picks 1-60 Jonathan Wasserman provides his latest projections through 2 rounds after an early look at the potential 2023 class. 32 or No. Since lottery night, the assumption around the NBA has been that Orlando will take Smith. 2. Rising prospects mean others have to fall. 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. 46. San Antonio Spurs: Anthony Black (Arkansas, PG/SG, Freshman). Shooting has been viewed as the obvious swing skill for Lewis. He buried all five of his attempts on Saturday against Louisville. In this case, Kevin Porter Jr. would presumably slide to the wing between Jalen Green and Jabari Smith Jr. 3. Of the Thompson twins, Ausar is a slightly better shooter at29.8 percent from beyond the 3-point arc. It's worth watching how the first few years of his career go if he lands with a playoff team rather than a rebuilding one such as the Oklahoma City Thunder. A crafty scorer and passer who spent the last few years in Real Madrid's youth system, the 6'4" Italian guard has been highly efficient this season in Italy, averaging 12.4 points on 51.1 percent shooting and 46.2 percent from three. Showing hes made adjustments finishing around traffic is what scouts want to see after two years of poor finishing. Portland Trail Blazers: Shaedon Sharpe (Kentucky, SG, Freshman), 8. 4 pick, which is being discussed in multiple trade situations. Oklahoma City Thunder: Chet Holmgren (Gonzaga, PF/C, Freshman), 3. Banchero would give Houston an immediate option to feature in the half court, where he can create from the post, off the dribble or in ball-screen situations. 7. On NBA radars for the past few years, Cazalon has put together his strongest draft case this season with enough shot-making and two-way playmaking to complement his athleticism for finishing at 6 . Indianas Trayce Jackson-Davis is averaging 20.8 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists this year. Praised for his versatility and defense entering the season, Cason Wallace has delivered, averaging 4.6 assists and 3.4 steals on 8-of-15 from three. Houston Rockets (via Nets): Tari Eason (LSU, PF, Sophomore), 18. He doesnt have the most believable three-point stroke, but between his 66 size, scoring versatility, 3.5 assists and 2.0 steals, Council has enough working for him for scouts to start taking him seriously. He's currently in a brutal slump that's exposed questions about his shooting and finishing (44.6 percent at rim, zero made floaters). The top prospects in this class are guard Matas Buzelis, who will be 18 years old and will play for the G League Ignite, and Cody Williams, the younger brother of Jalen Williams. Houston Rockets: Scoot Henderson (G League Ignite, PG, 2004). Beginning his career as a sportswriter, Benner then served with the Pacers for 28 years, retiring last season. Even if he's still a limited creator, his shot-making appears potent enough for teams to see a rotation off-ball scorer. He's generating buzz as an option in the 20s. Scouts have entertained the idea of Wesley rising up in the 20s or late teens. Washington Wizards (via Mavericks): Alondes Williams (Wake Forest, PG/SG, Senior), 57. He almost feels slept on considering he averaged 14.8 points on 49.0 percent shooting as an 18- and 19-year-old in the G League. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Nuggets): Michael Foster Jr. (G League Ignite, PF, 2003), 51. Indiana Pacers (via Heat): Jahvon Quinerly (Alabama, PG, Junior), 57. Memphis Grizzlies (via Jazz): Walker Kessler (Auburn, C, Sophomore), 23. Ware has stood out most early for the shooting flashes and his defensive mobility. For the Magic, Smith's shooting and defense can give him an edge over Paolo Banchero. Orlando Magic: Jabari Smith (Auburn, PF, Freshman), 2. 5. Utah Jazz (via Timberwolves):Keyonte George (Baylor, SG, Freshman). 55. Liddell has not received an invite to the green room, which bodes well for teams' chances of getting him in the 20s. With four games of at least 30 points over Missouri State's last seven, Mosley has finally caught some scouts' attention. Hes also used his physical tools to finish through contact and force turnovers. Jonathan. He died aged 67. Brandon Millers start has been a hop topic early, with the 69 freshman averaging 20.2 points on 15-of-29 from three. The next month will be key for NBA evaluators, who'll be shaping their boards before the predraft process. Dallas Mavericks: Gabriele Procida (Fortitudo Bologna, 2002, SF), 50. Washington Wizards: Johnny Davis (Wisconsin, SG, Sophomore), 11. San Antonio Spurs: Jeremy Sochan (Baylor, PF, Freshman), 10. Golden State Warriors: Christian Braun (Kansas, SG/SF, Junior), 29. However, there is a difference in the floor scenarios for those franchises. Best rank:2 (ESPN, The Athletic, Bleacher Report, The Ringer,NBADraft.net, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports, Yahoo, SB Nation, USA TODAYs For The Win). There is plenty of evidence teams put stock in combine scrimmages. Boston Celtics: Jordan Hall (Saint Joseph's, SG/SF, Sophomore), 47. While the lottery picks mostly seem obvious, predicting their order is not. Los Angeles Lakers (via Bulls):Jaime Jaquez (UCLA, SF, Senior). And chances are, mystery and perceived upside will work in his favor during the predraft process. Philadelphia 76ers: Nikola Jovic (Mega Leks, SF, 2003), 26. Holmgren has also been linked to the Thunder at No. While were still waiting for the college debuts of Arkansas Nick Smith and Villanovas Cam Whitmore, Amen Thompson remains the favorite at No. He has sleeper potential after measuring 6'7" in shoes and shooting over 38.0 percent from three in consecutive years overseas. If you look at the competitiveness they have on the level theyre playing on, theyre trying to shut down kids, defensively.. Ivey is widely regarded as the prospect to draft after the big-three freshmen. 11. From contenders gone awry to up-and-comers not quite heading up, here's a look at some teams that have not panned out. 15. The draft has been perceived to have four potential starsJabari Smith, Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey. NDiaye should be on NBA radars after making noise at the U18 African Championship, where the 611, 18-year-old project was launching 8.8 threes per game and flashing unique shooting versatility for a big. Physical tools wont be enough for Lively to generate lottery interest, as hes looked fairly limited at both ends in terms of offensive skill and defensive speed. Oklahoma City Thunder: Christian Koloko (Arizona, C, Junior), 35. The Magic would ultimately have no problem playing Smith with Jalen Suggs, which could push Cole Anthony into a sixth-man role that may better suit his strengths and weaknesses. Golden State Warriors: Dominick Barlow (Overtime Elite, PF, 2003), 58. 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. At 7-feet he . His lack of creation, wiggle and explosion is evident, but he just turned 19 in January, and NBA teams should still see value in a 6'8" shooter with defensive tools for guarding wings and forwards. A 7-footer who moves/anticipates like Kessler suddenly hitting threes would be a huge development. Atlanta Hawks:Jalen Williams (Santa Clara, PG/SG, Junior), 17. Atlanta Hawks: Patrick Baldwin Jr. (Milwaukee, SF/PF, Freshman), 14. Orlando Magic: Nick Smith Jr. (Arkansas, PG/SG, Freshman). Cissokos identity revolves around versatility and two-way playmaking, but his 9-of-24 start from three has been the early storyline. Having turned 20 years old this week, some scouts may be less forgiving if he hits a wall.