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Jun 28, 2021 19:16:46 GMT -5
Toronto Raptors (Perk), San Antonio Spurs (Chris), and 4 more like this
Post by Charlotte Hornets (TJ) on Jun 28, 2021 19:16:46 GMT -5
1. Cade Cunningham - If I’m making the first selection in the draft it’s gotta be Cade. Assuming he ends up in Detroit he will immediately become the go-to guy in this offense and though I believe Mobley will provide higher upside, you just simply can’t really miss with this pick.
2. Evan Mobley - My favorite prospect. This guy is one of the most versatile center prospects I have seen in a while. His vision and passing for a center are off the charts at his age in my opinion. Very efficient around the rim and can stretch the floor as well. And possibly the best rim protector in the draft.
3. Jalen Green - Possibly the first shock to some is that I don’t have Suggs here but I have been on the Green bandwagon since his insane HS mixtapes. Arguably the best athlete in the draft.
4. Jalen Suggs - Might be the safest pick next to Cade he checks off all the boxes you want from a point guard in the league. This is the last of the can’t miss picks in the draft imo.
5. Jalen Johnson - The first real bold prediction in my rankings. This was the guy I wanted, had I remained in the draft. The upside is elite. He runs the floor handles and passes well for a PF. He was the only real thing Duke had going for them prior to him opting out.
6. Scottie Barnes - Until recently I was not in on Barnes but after some further scouting, this guy has the size and athleticism to compete right away. His deficiencies in the shooting are made up for in his playmaking ability. His size length and quickness will help provide more defensive category points than most wings in our format.
7. Jonathan Kuminga - If someone were to pick Kuminga over Barnes I wouldn’t knock them for it. Identical in size and this kid is gifted athletically. After further tape, I have some concerns about his basketball IQ. I think Barnes is a better playmaker and more ready to come into the league right now. But Kuminga’s potential is through the roof.
8. Davion Mitchell - The progression this kid has made over the last 4 years is phenomenal. His biggest question mark is his shooting but his efficiency took a major leap from Sophomore to Junior season. When he misses he seems to miss bad and is poor from the line. But everything else checks off as a top 10 pick imo.
9. Alperen Sengun - Ill be honest I’m unsure what level of competition he’s playing against. But he bullies the shit out of them. Runs well and worthy of a top 10 pick.
10. Tre Mann - A real bucket getter. Great size for a point guard. Super athletic, this would be an exciting prospect to own.
11. Kai Jones - Upside pick with lots of holes in his game but size and versatility make him a fun asset for our league. Could see him getting picked as high as 8 in this league.
12. Deuce McBride - This is the area of the draft that gets tough to predict. Could depend on where they land but I really love Duece. Feisty on defense with a ton of play-making and scoring potential. This is most likely much higher than where he goes in the real draft so his destination could alter his immediate production.
13. Josh Giddey - Not as high on Giddey as some in this league seem to be but he’s simply the best passer in this draft. His playmaking should keep him ahead of the wave of SG’s left on the board.
14. Ziaire Williams - One of the rawest talents in the draft. Would not be surprised if he ends up a top 7 player from this class. At pick 14 its time to shoot for some upside and its tough to find a higher ceiling than Ziaire at this stage of the draft.
15. Keon Johnson - Keon is the second-best athlete in the draft imo. This keeps him ahead of guards like Moody and Bouknight on my board. I also believe in his potential as a scorer but I think his game fits better for our league than others at his position.
16. Jame Bouknight - The run of shooting guards continues with another high upside scorer. Bouk is very crafty and athletic.
17. Isaiah Jackson - Elite shot blocker. Fits our league well and could could even go as high as 13. Super athletic and stronger than he seems to get credit for.
18. Sharife Cooper - The more I watch of this kid the higher I want to put him. His size restricts that but if he ends up in a good spot I may just move him up my board anyways. Super gifted offensive playmaker with insane handles. One of my favorites in the draft.
19. Moses Moody - I imagine he goes higher than this. He had a ton of hype during the season and most likely ends up top 10 in the real draft. Not a fan of his game for our league but at this point, I’d take his upside.
20. Usman Garuba - Someone is gonna take this guy in the lottery. No idea what he brings honestly. Playing in the top euro league he was an offensive liability but his defensive stats will have someone drooling in here I am sure of it.
2. Evan Mobley - My favorite prospect. This guy is one of the most versatile center prospects I have seen in a while. His vision and passing for a center are off the charts at his age in my opinion. Very efficient around the rim and can stretch the floor as well. And possibly the best rim protector in the draft.
3. Jalen Green - Possibly the first shock to some is that I don’t have Suggs here but I have been on the Green bandwagon since his insane HS mixtapes. Arguably the best athlete in the draft.
4. Jalen Suggs - Might be the safest pick next to Cade he checks off all the boxes you want from a point guard in the league. This is the last of the can’t miss picks in the draft imo.
5. Jalen Johnson - The first real bold prediction in my rankings. This was the guy I wanted, had I remained in the draft. The upside is elite. He runs the floor handles and passes well for a PF. He was the only real thing Duke had going for them prior to him opting out.
6. Scottie Barnes - Until recently I was not in on Barnes but after some further scouting, this guy has the size and athleticism to compete right away. His deficiencies in the shooting are made up for in his playmaking ability. His size length and quickness will help provide more defensive category points than most wings in our format.
7. Jonathan Kuminga - If someone were to pick Kuminga over Barnes I wouldn’t knock them for it. Identical in size and this kid is gifted athletically. After further tape, I have some concerns about his basketball IQ. I think Barnes is a better playmaker and more ready to come into the league right now. But Kuminga’s potential is through the roof.
8. Davion Mitchell - The progression this kid has made over the last 4 years is phenomenal. His biggest question mark is his shooting but his efficiency took a major leap from Sophomore to Junior season. When he misses he seems to miss bad and is poor from the line. But everything else checks off as a top 10 pick imo.
9. Alperen Sengun - Ill be honest I’m unsure what level of competition he’s playing against. But he bullies the shit out of them. Runs well and worthy of a top 10 pick.
10. Tre Mann - A real bucket getter. Great size for a point guard. Super athletic, this would be an exciting prospect to own.
11. Kai Jones - Upside pick with lots of holes in his game but size and versatility make him a fun asset for our league. Could see him getting picked as high as 8 in this league.
12. Deuce McBride - This is the area of the draft that gets tough to predict. Could depend on where they land but I really love Duece. Feisty on defense with a ton of play-making and scoring potential. This is most likely much higher than where he goes in the real draft so his destination could alter his immediate production.
13. Josh Giddey - Not as high on Giddey as some in this league seem to be but he’s simply the best passer in this draft. His playmaking should keep him ahead of the wave of SG’s left on the board.
14. Ziaire Williams - One of the rawest talents in the draft. Would not be surprised if he ends up a top 7 player from this class. At pick 14 its time to shoot for some upside and its tough to find a higher ceiling than Ziaire at this stage of the draft.
15. Keon Johnson - Keon is the second-best athlete in the draft imo. This keeps him ahead of guards like Moody and Bouknight on my board. I also believe in his potential as a scorer but I think his game fits better for our league than others at his position.
16. Jame Bouknight - The run of shooting guards continues with another high upside scorer. Bouk is very crafty and athletic.
17. Isaiah Jackson - Elite shot blocker. Fits our league well and could could even go as high as 13. Super athletic and stronger than he seems to get credit for.
18. Sharife Cooper - The more I watch of this kid the higher I want to put him. His size restricts that but if he ends up in a good spot I may just move him up my board anyways. Super gifted offensive playmaker with insane handles. One of my favorites in the draft.
19. Moses Moody - I imagine he goes higher than this. He had a ton of hype during the season and most likely ends up top 10 in the real draft. Not a fan of his game for our league but at this point, I’d take his upside.
20. Usman Garuba - Someone is gonna take this guy in the lottery. No idea what he brings honestly. Playing in the top euro league he was an offensive liability but his defensive stats will have someone drooling in here I am sure of it.
!!! Who is that guy and who has number 12th ??!!