2019 NBA Draft Prep

[Jamaaliver]

2019 NBA Mock Draft, Early Look: Duke's Zion Williamson Leaps To The Top Of The Class

2. Chicago Bulls: R.J. Barrett, G, Duke

Barrett entered his freshman season with tremendous expectations but has been as good as advertised early on. He’s scored at least 18 points in each of Duke’s ten games this season and has already topped the 30-point plateau twice. He is just the third freshman in Duke's storied history with multiple 30-point games. (Marvin Bagley III and J.J. Redick are the other two). The ACC’s current leading scorer at 24.2 PPG is putting points efficiently, shooting 47.9% from the field and 37.3% from downtown. In addition, Barrett is averaging 7.2 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 2.2 three-pointers per game. According to Basketball-Reference, he is on pace to become the first Division 1 underclassman in over 25 years to average at least 24 points, seven boards and four dimes.


3. Cleveland Cavs: Cameron Reddish, G, Duke

Reddish has been lost in the shuffle a bit playing alongside Williamson and Barrett but has still showcased flashes of his brilliant potential. He scored over 20 points in three of Duke’s first eight contests and shot a scorching 43.3% from 3-point range during that stretch. However, Cam has struggled in each of Duke’s previous two games, shooting just 6-of-24 from the floor and 1-of-14 from behind the arc. Nonetheless, at 6’8 with a 7’1 wingspan and guard skills, there’s no denying that his upside is off the charts.


4. Atlanta Hawks: Nassir Little, F, North Carolina

At some point, some unfortunate team will be forced to draft a non-Duke player. Jokes aside, there is quite a drop-off after Williamson, Barrett and Reddish, as those three are widely viewed as the top three players in this draft class. While Little has flashed his enticing potential in spurts, he has yet to start a game and is logging less than 20 minutes per contest. In addition, he’s made just five of his 19 3-point attempts (26.3%) this season and has four more turnovers (10) than assists (6). Still, he’s an uber-athletic, explosive wing who projects well on the NBA level and won’t need to put up big numbers at UNC to keep scouts salivating.

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5. New York Knicks: Romeo Langford, G/F, Indiana

Langford entered 2018-19 regarded by many as the best pure shooter among all incoming freshman. While he has struggled from long range through Indiana’s first ten games (9-of-38, 23.7%), he's still averaging an impressive 18.2 points per contest, to go along with 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists. Langford has done the majority of his damage with his mid-range jumper and has converted 59.6% of his 2-point attempts.



11. San Antonio Spurs: De’Andre Hunter, F, Virginia

Hunter struggled in Virginia's victory over VCU on Sunday, shooting just 1-of-6 from the floor. However, that’s an outlier, as it’s the only game this season in which he’s failed to score in double-digits. A valuable, versatile defender, Hunter has been extremely efficient offensively this season. He’s currently slashing 57%/ 46%/ 80% and has a chance to become the first qualified player in ACC history to shoot better than 55% from the field, 40% from 3-point territory and 80% from the charity stripe.


14. Sacramento Kings: Nickeil Alexander-Walker, G, Virginia Tech

Although Alexander-Walker doesn’t possess the explosive athleticism of many of the other first-round prospects on this list, there’s absolutely no denying that this kid is extremely effective. He’s stuffing the stat sheet for Virginia Tech this season to the tune of 17.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.3 steals and 2.0 triples per game. The only ACC players to ever average at least 17/4/4 and two steals per game over the course of a full season are Sam Cassell (FSU, 1992-93), Steve Francis (Maryland, 1998-99) and Bob Sura (FSU, 1993-94).

15. Orlando Magic: Jarrett Culver, G, Texas Tech

Texas Tech is a perfect 8-0 this season, and Culver is a major reason why. The 6’5 sophomore is doing it all for the Red Raiders, averaging 18.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.4 assists. He’s also doing it with impressive efficiency, shooting 52% from the floor and 42.3% from 3-point territory. This is remarkable, considering no Big 12 underclassman has ever averaged at least 18 points, five boards and four assists per game over a full season. Culver is regarded as the odds-on favorite to take home the Big 12 Player of the Year award this season.

16. Charlotte Hornets: Daniel Gafford, C, Arkansas

Gafford was impressive as a freshman, when he averaged 11.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and a whopping 2.2 blocks in just 22.6 minutes per game. He’s boosted those number considerably this season as a sophomore, putting up 18.5 points (on 66.7% shooting) and 8.8 boards in 26.9 minutes.

[King Ken]

So Jamaaliver; the season ends, lottery comes and Hawks have #1. What do you do? Trade back for say Cam and a likely loto in 20 or take consensus #1 Zion? TS chose the trade back and the likely lotto pick... As we know, top talents win in the NBA and second or third tier have to play with #1 to win. Doncic or Trae top talent?

I still see RJ Barrett as the #1 prospect in the draft. He's a known commodity that has impressed scouts for years at every level. He's a two way player, an alpha dog and a top scorer.

I see him filling stat sheets moving forward across the board. (Points/Rebs/Assist/Steals/blocks) He' still raw, still plays hero ball, and needs tremendous improvement in team defense. But, to me, he's a guaranteed All Star player for years to come back.

All that to say, if get #1 pick, I'd trade down a spot or two.

NOTE: Lloyd and Trae may have to pry the ball away from him with a crow bar early on.

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You’d take Barrett over Zion?? Yeaaa no.

There is no way any GM/owner/scout would take Barrett over Zion. Just not happening. That said, Barrett is a tremendous prospect and I would love to have him here.

[Jamaaliver]

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Little is playing good minutes, and multiple NBA scouts and college coaches suggested to The Athletic that Little might not be ready for a more high-usage role.

One NBA scout, speaking on the condition of anonymity, says Little undoubtedly already has NBA athleticism: His 6-foot-6, 220-pound frame is ready-made for the league. The scout just hasn’t seen much else in terms of skills. “I like him; I just don’t love him yet,” the scout says. A second scout who has watched Little play says he looks like a player who has never had coaching until college and made it to this point strictly on his superior athleticism.

“If he’s not running up and down the floor, he’s like a deer in headlights,” the scout says. “He’s an NBA athlete. Somebody will take a chance on him, but if I were him, I’d come back another year.”

Little ranks fourth on the team in scoring and rebounding at 12.0 and 4.8 per game, respectively. Of the nine other freshmen projected in the lottery, he’s playing the fewest minutes and is the only one who has not started a game.

Forward Marvin Williams did not start a game for the 2005 national championship team, yet he was the second overall pick in the NBA Draft that year. His year in Chapel Hill draws the most comparisons to how Little is being used. Little’s game is primarily scoring in transition and on putbacks, which account for 43.6 percent of his play types according to Synergy. And like Marvin Williams, Little says he’s trying to bring energy from off the bench.

Little admits that defense was the hardest part of the college game to adjust to and is probably the area he needs to improve on the most to be on the court more. Nine games into his college career, Little is still just trying to make sense of it all and Williams seems content to let him do so at his own pace.

[Spud2nique]

I still see RJ Barrett as the #1 prospect in the draft. He's a known commodity that has impressed scouts for years at every level. He's a two way player, an alpha dog and a top scorer.

I see him filling stat sheets moving forward across the board. (Points/Rebs/Assist/Steals/blocks) He' still raw, still plays hero ball, and needs tremendous improvement in team defense. But, to me, he's a guaranteed All Star player for years to come back.

All that to say, if get #1 pick, I'd trade down a spot or two.

NOTE: Lloyd and Trae may have to pry the ball away from him with a crow bar early on.

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You’d take Barrett over Zion?? Yeaaa no.

There is no way any GM/owner/scout would take Barrett over Zion. Just not happening. That said, Barrett is a tremendous prospect and I would love to have him here.

No doubt but I’d take Cam ahead of RJ..for me as it stands now..

1. Zion
2. Cam
3. RJ

[Spud2nique]

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Little is playing good minutes, and multiple NBA scouts and college coaches suggested to The Athletic that Little might not be ready for a more high-usage role.

One NBA scout, speaking on the condition of anonymity, says Little undoubtedly already has NBA athleticism: His 6-foot-6, 220-pound frame is ready-made for the league. The scout just hasn’t seen much else in terms of skills. “I like him; I just don’t love him yet,” the scout says. A second scout who has watched Little play says he looks like a player who has never had coaching until college and made it to this point strictly on his superior athleticism.

“If he’s not running up and down the floor, he’s like a deer in headlights,” the scout says. “He’s an NBA athlete. Somebody will take a chance on him, but if I were him, I’d come back another year.”

Little ranks fourth on the team in scoring and rebounding at 12.0 and 4.8 per game, respectively. Of the nine other freshmen projected in the lottery, he’s playing the fewest minutes and is the only one who has not started a game.

Forward Marvin Williams did not start a game for the 2005 national championship team, yet he was the second overall pick in the NBA Draft that year. His year in Chapel Hill draws the most comparisons to how Little is being used. Little’s game is primarily scoring in transition and on putbacks, which account for 43.6 percent of his play types according to Synergy. And like Marvin Williams, Little says he’s trying to bring energy from off the bench.

Little admits that defense was the hardest part of the college game to adjust to and is probably the area he needs to improve on the most to be on the court more. Nine games into his college career, Little is still just trying to make sense of it all and Williams seems content to let him do so at his own pace.

Oh wow. I’m not sure I can take a Tar Heel who came off the bench as a top 5 pick ever....again

[Jamaaliver]

Oh wow. I’m not sure I can take a Tar Heel who came off the bench as a top 5 pick ever....again

I understand the reluctance. I really hope Nassir considers going back to UNC for a second season. He'd undoubtedly start and could be a contender for top-2 pick in 2020 draft.


He and Quentin Grimes both should be considering a return to college for year 2.

[atlantabbq99]

Bol Bol projected to be a late lottery pick before the season started, has been the highest rising prospect so far this season with many mock drafts now having him as a top 5 pick.

I still think this year's draft is very weak, but unlike last year's draft that only had two top tier prospects in Ayton and Doncic, it does seem like their are three legit top prospects in this draft in Zion, Cam, and Bol.

Hawks should get a top 5 pick this year and should hopefully get one of the three.

[Jamaaliver]

If we're still seriously looking for our version of Draymond, this is the guy:

2019 NBA Draft Prospects: Why Brandon Clarke’s stock is rising



Gonzaga forward​ Brandon Clarke​ is​ now​ widely considered​ one of​ the elite​ players in​ college​ basketball.​ A guy who makes a difference​ on​ both​​ ends, arguably the best player on a team ranked in the top five. An elite athlete who imposes his will on both ends of the floor due to his elite-level finishing and shot-blocking ability.

Offensively, he’s a smart player who uses his athleticism to be productive. He’s a terrific driver due to a great first step and the spin move that gets him downhill quickly. He also passes it well within the Zags’ scheme, a product he says of playing in motion-based offenses when he was younger. His movement without the ball is also terrific, particularly in regard to timing cuts toward the basket when on the weak side or when in pick-and-roll settings. He can finish far above the basket or with acrobatic flourishes due to his body control and hang time.

Clarke might not be the guy who takes the shot at the end of the game. And he might not be the most important player to Gonzaga’s success going forward. However, when you combine his production with his elite-level defense, he has turned into the team’s best all-around player. He has played most of his possessions at center, just three years after playing mostly at the two. It’s a sign of both his flexibility and the way the game has changed.

The Athletic

Brandon Clarke, F/C, Gonzaga | Junior

Height: 6’8” | Weight: 215 | Age: 22 | Last Rank: NR

After transferring from San Jose State, Clarke has been an unexpectedly massive piece for Gonzaga, stepping into the starting five with the injury to Killian Tillie. It may be hard to take him out, as his rebounding, shot-blocking and energy on the inside have given the Zags a vital defensive backbone. Clarke is bouncy, can defend multiple positions, shoots it from outside and has looked like a good fit for where the NBA is headed.

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[DirtybirdGA]

Hawks just gave up in this fourth

[Jamaaliver]

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[DRKB21]

Bol Bol projected to be a late lottery pick before the season started, has been the highest rising prospect so far this season with many mock drafts now having him as a top 5 pick.

I still think this year's draft is very weak, but unlike last year's draft that only had two top tier prospects in Ayton and Doncic, it does seem like their are three legit top prospects in this draft in Zion, Cam, and Bol.

Hawks should get a top 5 pick this year and should hopefully get one of the three.

The fact that Bol is even getting talked up as a potential top 5 pick shows you just how bad this draft is. Some are going to try to make a JJJ comparison with him, but JJJ is a FAR BETTER prospect than Bol Bol is. It's not even close. Bol can't defend at all outside of some weakside blocks. His frame is terrible as well, and I don't think he has much functional athleticism at all.

[DRKB21]

If we're still seriously looking for our version of Draymond, this is the guy:

2019 NBA Draft Prospects: Why Brandon Clarke’s stock is rising



Gonzaga forward​ Brandon Clarke​ is​ now​ widely considered​ one of​ the elite​ players in​ college​ basketball.​ A guy who makes a difference​ on​ both​​ ends, arguably the best player on a team ranked in the top five. An elite athlete who imposes his will on both ends of the floor due to his elite-level finishing and shot-blocking ability.

Offensively, he’s a smart player who uses his athleticism to be productive. He’s a terrific driver due to a great first step and the spin move that gets him downhill quickly. He also passes it well within the Zags’ scheme, a product he says of playing in motion-based offenses when he was younger. His movement without the ball is also terrific, particularly in regard to timing cuts toward the basket when on the weak side or when in pick-and-roll settings. He can finish far above the basket or with acrobatic flourishes due to his body control and hang time.

Clarke might not be the guy who takes the shot at the end of the game. And he might not be the most important player to Gonzaga’s success going forward. However, when you combine his production with his elite-level defense, he has turned into the team’s best all-around player. He has played most of his possessions at center, just three years after playing mostly at the two. It’s a sign of both his flexibility and the way the game has changed.

The Athletic

Brandon Clarke, F/C, Gonzaga | Junior

Height: 6’8” | Weight: 215 | Age: 22 | Last Rank: NR

After transferring from San Jose State, Clarke has been an unexpectedly massive piece for Gonzaga, stepping into the starting five with the injury to Killian Tillie. It may be hard to take him out, as his rebounding, shot-blocking and energy on the inside have given the Zags a vital defensive backbone. Clarke is bouncy, can defend multiple positions, shoots it from outside and has looked like a good fit for where the NBA is headed.

SI.com

This kid is good and will be better than many of the more overhyped prospects that will go in the top portion of the lottery.

[Jamaaliver]

Bleacher Report has a new Big Board. Always a great resource for learning new prospects.

To consider with the Mavs pick:

19. Daniel Gafford (Arkansas, C, Sophomore)

Gafford has become more of a focal point of Arkansas' offense, and he's capitalized on the extra touches, averaging 18.5 points on 10.9 shots per game. He's still limited to basic low-post moves while shooting 60.4 percent from the line. But Gafford's appeal stems from his finishing ability and shot-blocking.



18. Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Virginia Tech, SG, Sophomore)

Limited last year as a creator, Alexander-Walker has suddenly evolved into one of the nation's top pick-and-roll ball-handlers, averaging 1.23 points per possession, ranking in the 95th percentile. He's more than doubled his assist rate (22.8 percent) from a year ago, and he continues to shoot with accuracy, making 46.2 percent of his 4.3 three-point attempts per game. He isn't an explosive athlete, raising questions over his ability to blow by or finish around the rim in the NBA. Virginia Tech's schedule has been on the lighter side as well, though if Alexander-Walker continues to score efficiently and consistently add secondary play-making throughout conference play, first-round interest should follow the 6'5" guard.


17. Brandon Clarke (Gonzaga, PF/C, Junior)

Shooting 71.4 percent with per-40 minute averages of 5.0 blocks and 2.1 steals, Clarke has put himself on the draft radar thanks to his exciting athleticism and spectacular defensive activity. He's an off-ball weapon in the mold of Jordan Bell who's fueled by quickness, motor and bounce. But Clarke has also seen at least 15 possessions out of the post, as a pick-and-roll man and spot-up player, and he ranks in the 94th percentile or better in each category.


8. Jarrett Culver (Texas Tech, SG, Sophomore)

Jarrett Culver has embraced this year's heavier workload, as he's now leading Texas Tech with 18.3 points per game (up from 11.2) on 52.0 percent shooting.

He's become tougher to contain off the dribble. Culver is a combined 19 of 34 between pick-and-roll and isolation possessions. Last year, he was 17 of 57.

He's raised his pull-up percentage from 21.2 percent to 39.3 percent while doubling his assist rate to 29.2 percent (5.8 per 40).

A tough defender making 42.3 percent of his threes, Culver has a three-and-D package, but the growth he's shown with his scoring and play-making is what launches him into this year's top-10 mix.

^I'm a huuuuge fan of J Culver. I might consider taking him at #5 at this point.

[DRKB21]

Bleacher Report has a new Big Board. Always a great resource for learning new prospects.

To consider with the Mavs pick:

19. Daniel Gafford (Arkansas, C, Sophomore)

Gafford has become more of a focal point of Arkansas' offense, and he's capitalized on the extra touches, averaging 18.5 points on 10.9 shots per game. He's still limited to basic low-post moves while shooting 60.4 percent from the line. But Gafford's appeal stems from his finishing ability and shot-blocking.



18. Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Virginia Tech, SG, Sophomore)

Limited last year as a creator, Alexander-Walker has suddenly evolved into one of the nation's top pick-and-roll ball-handlers, averaging 1.23 points per possession, ranking in the 95th percentile. He's more than doubled his assist rate (22.8 percent) from a year ago, and he continues to shoot with accuracy, making 46.2 percent of his 4.3 three-point attempts per game. He isn't an explosive athlete, raising questions over his ability to blow by or finish around the rim in the NBA. Virginia Tech's schedule has been on the lighter side as well, though if Alexander-Walker continues to score efficiently and consistently add secondary play-making throughout conference play, first-round interest should follow the 6'5" guard.


17. Brandon Clarke (Gonzaga, PF/C, Junior)

Shooting 71.4 percent with per-40 minute averages of 5.0 blocks and 2.1 steals, Clarke has put himself on the draft radar thanks to his exciting athleticism and spectacular defensive activity. He's an off-ball weapon in the mold of Jordan Bell who's fueled by quickness, motor and bounce. But Clarke has also seen at least 15 possessions out of the post, as a pick-and-roll man and spot-up player, and he ranks in the 94th percentile or better in each category.


8. Jarrett Culver (Texas Tech, SG, Sophomore)

Jarrett Culver has embraced this year's heavier workload, as he's now leading Texas Tech with 18.3 points per game (up from 11.2) on 52.0 percent shooting.

He's become tougher to contain off the dribble. Culver is a combined 19 of 34 between pick-and-roll and isolation possessions. Last year, he was 17 of 57.

He's raised his pull-up percentage from 21.2 percent to 39.3 percent while doubling his assist rate to 29.2 percent (5.8 per 40).

A tough defender making 42.3 percent of his threes, Culver has a three-and-D package, but the growth he's shown with his scoring and play-making is what launches him into this year's top-10 mix.

^I'm a huuuuge fan of J Culver. I might consider taking him at #5 at this point.

Culver is definitely on my watch list. He is showing a freaking ton of improvement from his freshman to his sophomore year with his ability to handle the ball and get to his spots. He's got the catch and shoot as well as the shoot on the move ability that Travis Schlenk is looking for in a player.

[atlantabbq99]

KZ Okpala and DeAndre Hunter are the two guys that the Hawks should be eyeing as a possible mid 1st round picks.

Both guys could be another Khris Middleton or rich man's Rodney Hood.

Tyus Battle is another guy who has come on really strong as of late. His shooting numbers have jumped up a lot from last year to this year. I love drafting upper classmen in the mid to late 1st round, like Kawhi, Draymond, Millsap, Jimmy Butler. Battle has elite defense and above average shooting, he reminds me of Eddie Jones.

[Jamaaliver]

KZ Okpala and DeAndre Hunter are the two guys that the Hawks should be eyeing as a possible mid 1st round picks.

Both guys could be another Khris Middleton or rich man's Rodney Hood.

I don't know anything about KZ, but DeAndre Hunter as a Khris Middleton clone checks out.


Hunter is the epitome of a 3 & D specialist.

[Jamaaliver]

2019 NBA Draft: Eight prospects building their stock early in the college basketball season

Zion and Hachimura have their stock on the rise, but these other players are working their way up draft boards too


5. Brandon Clarke, Gonzaga

Redshirt Junior | PF | 6-8 | 215

Brandon Clarke was off the NBA Draft radar last year. Only because this time last year, he was sitting on Gonzaga's bench biding his time after transferring from San Jose State. But boy oh boy has he been excellent. When you talk about breakout stars in the sport, Clarke's name has to be at or near the top of the list.

He's averaging 16.9 points, 8.2 rebounds and 3.3 blocks (!) per game this season. His swats per game ranks fifth nationally; three of the players ahead of him are 6-11 or taller. He's an active defender and rim protector, and a still-developing weapon on offense who has room to grow -- and already plenty efficient. His eFG% this season of 72.5 ranks 11th nationally and first among players out of the WCC.


3. Rui Hachimura, Gonzaga

Junior | PF | 6-8 | 230

Rui Hachimura only began playing basketball at age 13, and at 20, he's already a projected first-rounder. The 6-foot-8 junior is finally turning his otherwordly potential into quality All-America level production, averaging 22.2 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game for the Bulldogs. He brings a rare versatility to both ends of the court. His offense is still evolving, but 21 and 20-point outings against No. 7 Tennessee and No. 1 Duke over the last month, respectively, prove he's no slouch -- and that his ceiling is, as Michael Jordan might say, "the roof." His stock is soaking into lottery discussion and may reach the top 10 by season's end.

Hachimura is playing with an increased workload as a junior for the Zags, but also with an increased sense of urgency and aggressiveness. He has a really explosive first step that he's using this season consistently to punish defenders off the dribble as he makes his way to the basket, and his size and strength help him bully his way to buckets. He's a really fluid athlete overall and, no, I'm not comparing him to Giannis Antetokounmpo, but he has some freaky long strides that help him race up and down the floor with ease.

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R.J. Barrett



Duke‘s star shooting guard has been lighting up the scoreboard all throughout the season. He’s averaging 24.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game.

Barrett is a lengthy wing who can win one-on-one matchups with his crafty athleticism. Barrett is a carbon copy of San Antonio Spurs guard DeMar DeRozan. They score the same way. Driving to the bucket, weaving in-and-out of defenses, and exploding off the court for a nice finish above the rim. Add that ability to an elite mid-range game, and you get a DeRozan-like player. The only real difference, is that Barrett is shooting 36% from beyond the arc this year, while DeRozan isn’t a great three-point shooter. His career high is only 34%. He would have to translate his shot to NBA distance of course, but he has ample time to do so. Barrett may not have as much defensive capability, but he can continue to learn how to defend at the NBA level.



Cam Reddish



Cam Reddish is the super over-qualified third guy on one of the greatest college basketball teams ever created. He’s number one on any other team in the country. Reddish is posting 14.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.1 steals and 1.9 assists over 24.0 minutes per contest.

Reddish is going to be a Tracy McGrady type player. He has a lot of strengths on the court, such as his three point shooting, athleticism, and he brings defense to the table as well. McGrady had the same strengths. TMac was known for his open court athleticism, his sharpshooting ability, and he was a lockdown defender in his prime. Reddish brings those same abilities with a twist of new-age basketball.



Nassir Little



Nassir Little is a freakish athlete with an NBA body at 6’6″, 220 lbs. The freshman wing is posting 12.0 points and 4.8 rebounds over 19.8 minutes per game at North Carolina so far.

Little has great athletic tools, a rare energetic defensive prowess, and an abnormally long wingspan while having some potential as a shooter. Nassir is like Boston’s Jaylen Brown. Both Brown and Little rely on their athletic ability to score for the most part. Both are developing their outside range, and both play outstandingly well on defense. They bring an energy to that end of the floor that you don’t see with most young players. They have the same kind of bull-doggish attitude on defense. If Little could develop that jumper, he could go from good to great, and maybe even elite.

[DRKB21]

Since Taurean Prince is garnering some trade interest, it makes me think that it is almost a certainty that Atlanta will be drafting a wing player to play alongside Kevin Huerter going forward.

Which wings bring the most ability as a shooter, which includes spot up shooting and shooting on the move, ability as a passer (court vision, overall unselfishness), and ability to handle the basketball (possible secondary ball handling duty)?

[Jamaaliver]

^Cam Reddish
Jarrett Culver
Nickeil Alexander-Walker