Eason's camp doesn't believe he'll fall into the 20s. Detroit Pistons (via Nets): Caleb Houstan (Michigan, SF, Freshman), 47. Paolo Banchero leads the way as the Kia Rookie of the Year chase begins to head for the finish line. There is plenty of evidence teams put stock in combine scrimmages. 7. 31. 1 team with a skill set and strengths that the NBA values. His mobility, motor and two-point skill development have translated to easy baskets and half-court scoring. Portland Trail Blazers: Shaedon Sharpe (Kentucky, SG, Freshman), 8. 57. Memphis Grizzlies (via Jazz): Walker Kessler (Auburn, C, Sophomore), 23. Philadelphia 76ers: Nikola Jovic (Mega Leks, SF, 2003), 26. Boston Celtics: Jordan Hall (Saint Joseph's, SG/SF, Sophomore), 47. 32. Toronto Raptors (via Pistons): Bryce McGowens (Nebraska, SG, Freshman), 34. For the Oklahoma City Thunder at No. Scoring double-figures in three of four games, Starling has showcased a variety of dribble and finishing counters plus confident shot-making skill. He's back up to 39.5 percent from three after averaging 22.6 points over UCLA's last five games. But for a second-rounder, his physical profile, scoring skill level and production could generate more interest than what's being reported or projected. It's possible L.A. will make a safe bet on a player ready to contribute now, such as the 235-pound Lewis. 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. Foster looks to be in good shape, and he was also productive as an 18- and 19-year-old in the G League. Sharpe led the EYLB circuit in scoring with a tantalizing mix of shot-making skill and bounce at the rim, which also happens to be a favorable combination for draft workouts. 1. Big wings who can handle and play-make are in, though Seabron's knack for getting to the hoop hasn't translated to widespread interest. You can follow him onTwitter. And as conference play moves along, scouts are learning about new prospects worth tracking. Though Walsh doesnt have a high-usage creation or scoring workload, scouts will admire his ability to impact games from a supporting role by making open shots, play-finishing, passing and defending multiple positions. It's that skinny frame that's the root of scouts' nerves. 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. Best rank:3 (The Athletic, The Ringer,NBADraft.net). And flashes of self-creation (12-of-26 isolation) hint at the 21-year-old becoming more of a one-on-one threat down the road. 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.. And he's flashed enough passing skill on his 3.0 assists per game for the Oklahoma City Thunder to envision a useful secondary playmaker. Memphis Grizzlies:Maxwell Lewis (Pepperdine, SG, Sophomore). 6. Hes a scoring point guard, and he still has plenty of room to improve as a decision-maker, but hes also been able to leverage his ball-handling, elusiveness and gravity into playmaking. 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. Washington Wizards: Johnny Davis (Wisconsin, SG, Sophomore), 11. Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report recently released a mock draft the 2022 class, which gives insight into where some of the top players in the upcoming rookie class could land. San Antonio Spurs:Brice Sensabaugh (Ohio State, SG, Freshman). 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. 8 and that he's become an option for teams in the late lottery. NBA Draft Prospect Team Spotlight: Duke. 37. Eventually, Proctors shot-making confidence should kick in to pair with his ball-handling, vision and decision-making for facilitating. It's possible another team will pick at No. San Antonio Spurs (via Lakers):Jaylin Williams (Arkansas, PF, Sophomore), 39. Johnny Davis (Wisconsin), Jeremy Sochan (Baylor), Harrison Ingram (Stanford), EJ Liddell (Ohio State), Wendell Moore (Duke), Blake Wesley (Notre Dame), and Walker Kessler (Auburn) have improved. With the college season starting, Jonathan Wasserman updates his Big Board with the top 50 2023 Draft prospects. That means. Milwaukee Bucks:Blake Wesley (Notre Dame, SG, Freshman), 25. Memphis Grizzlies (via Cavaliers): Jabari Walker (Colorado, PF, Sophomore), 48. Offensively, theyre going to struggle. Charlotte Hornets (via Wizards):Matthew Murrell (Ole Miss, SG, Junior). 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. Miller has clearly entered the top-10 discussion with his positional tools and shooting. And then there is the Sacramento Kings' No. The three youngest players in the 2022 NBA Draft as of right now. 15. The Magic have two of the first five second-round picks, so No. May 20, 2022 8:54 am ET The NBA Draft lottery is done, the two rounds are set, and the speculation and analysis over who every team could take in 2022 has kicked into full gear. To project where Wembanyama and other top prospects stand, HoopsHype compiled 10 mock drafts from ESPN, The Athletic, Bleacher Report, The Ringer, NBADraft.net, Sports Illustrated, CBS Sports, Yahoo, SB Nation, and USA TODAYs For The Win. If a player was second, he received 59 points, and so on. And thats before the inevitable breakouts that typically start to look real midway through conference play. 48. The Houston Rockets will presumably take whoever falls to them among the group of Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero. NBA Mock Draft: After Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller is pushing Amen and Ausar Thompson for the No. Teams believe Dieng could go as high as No. Jonathan Wasserman is the lead scout and NBA Draft analyst for Bleacher Report. (coverage begins at 7:30) 2022 Traded Draft Picks New York Knicks: Justin Lewis (Marquette, SF, Redshirt Freshman), 43. There is even some disagreement about how the top. Filipowski was the third-highest ranked recruit in Duke's class but has thus far been the best player not just in his class but on the team. Scouts have expressed some concern over Washington's athleticism for separating, but he's made up for it at Kentucky with his change of speed, shot-making skill and feel. 3. A team should find his combination of strength, effective scoring against pros and age worthy of a draft pick. Ousmane Dieng (New Zealand Breakers, SG/SF, 2003), MarJon Beauchamp (G League Ignite, SF, 2000), Max Christie (Michigan State, SG/SF, Freshman). 36. 31. But his unconventional archetype and versatility seem to be playing to his favor. Toronto Raptors: Ochai Agbaji (Kansas, SG/SF, Senior), 18. 21. While the lottery picks mostly seem obvious, predicting their order is not. Watson averaged just 3.3 points in 12.7 minutes per game, looking too raw for the one-and-done conversation. Between Banchero and Jalen Green, the Rockets will have two high-level creators to run offense through and build around. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. He also worked out for the Sacramento Kings this week, though they'd be more of a trade-down team. Kansas Jalen Wilson has been one of the best CBB scorers this year. 6 for the Packers to move into the top three. 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. Minnesota Timberwolves: Wendell Moore Jr. (Duke, SG/SF, Junior), 20. That was a year ago. Utah Jazz (via Sixers):Kelel Ware (Oregon, C, Freshman). 8. That's still whom NBA staffers would bet their money on at No. Up to 50.0 percent from three, A.J. James Snook-USA TODAY Sports Gonzaga: Big, Freshman, 7-1 Mock draft average: 1.67 (Best: 1, Worst: 3) Chet Holmgren stats (as of Feb. 25): 14.7 points (62.2% FG, 44.3% on 3-pointers), 9.8. Duren worked out for the Portland Trail Blazers, who seem like a best-case outcome for the projected first true center taken. Boston Celtics:Drew Peterson (USC, SF, Senior). 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. Ivey's explosiveness and change of direction are still his bread and butter for pressuring defenses and scoring. Nembhard's 26-point, 11-assist performance in Chicago caught everyone's attention given the freedom he had compared to the facilitator role he played for Gonzaga. Dallas Mavericks: Max Christie (Michigan State, SG/SF, Freshman), 20. 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. Pray for Victor (Wembanyama), some might say. Griffin could fall outside the top 10, especially if the Spurs take Sochan, Duren or Dieng. Minnesota Timberwolves: Gabriele Procida (Bologna, SF, 2002), 49. Scouts are waiting to see how real Shannons early-season shooting is after he made four threes versus Monmouth and eight threes against UCLA. 20. A breakout wont fly under the radar thanks to his NBA body and Creightons Top 10 team. 1 pick. If you are having difficulty accessing any content on this website, please visit our Accessibility page. B/R's Jonathan Wasserman finds parallels between potential top Draft prospects and current NBA players. Liddell (Ohio State, PF, Senior), 25. He's currently in a brutal slump that's exposed questions about his shooting and finishing (44.6 percent at rim, zero made floaters). 9. 8, assuming they want more spacing with Zion Williamson returning. But at 66, he doesnt turn 19 until August and hes already equipped with NBA-level moves for perimeter separation, tough shot-making skill and disruptive defensive tools. He looks like an easy NBA fit anywhere as a combo capable of making a big impact on relatively low usage. 14 isn't likely to draft Mark Williams, who makes sense for the Hornets roster. 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. San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors):Dalen Terry (Arizona, PG/SG, Sophomore), 21. Jackson-Davis has been dominant early (20.8 points, 75.6 percent FG), just not with any new skills. 29. The draft has been perceived to have four potential starsJabari Smith, Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey. While there are still some questions about his shot, Black showed he could he could use quick-dribble moves, changing speeds, finishing-angle creation and touch shots to score inside the arc. Teams believe the Sacramento Kings will be hoping to find a partner that will make a big offer for the No. Meanwhile, there is belief from multiple rival teams that the Thunder figure to be enticed by Ivey as well. Jaquez scores and competes with the type of craftiness, physicality and defensive toughness for teams to look past his three-point percentages and athletic limitations. Considering Ivey is widely thought of as the best prospect after the Big Three of freshmen, the Kings could pick him and test his fit or post-draft trade value. 23. It's still extremely uncommon to see a guard-wing type generate first-round attention after averaging just 11.5 points per 40 minutes. Any production or flashes from 18-year-old Nnaji in the ACB or EuroLeague should feel meaningful. Aside from the go-to scoring arsenal hes developed to average 22.4 points in 31.7 minutes, Wembanyama offers NBA teams a floor spacer and elite rim protector capable of transforming a team defense. There are questions about who he will defend in the NBA, though in the Nos. 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. 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. Hitting 40.4 percent of his threes and 41.9 percent on pull-ups while averaging over a steal and block per game, Smith isthe best player on the nation's No. An Ivey-De'Aaron Fox pairing figures to give the Kings a more exciting feel no matter. Los Angeles Lakers (via Bulls):Jaime Jaquez (UCLA, SF, Senior). The Hornets seem more likely to trade one of their two first-round picks (No. Detroit Pistons: Scoot Henderson, guard, G-League Ignite. Dukes Dariq Whitehead is already equipped with an NBA-level skillset. Sacramento also worked out Jeremy Sochan, which suggests it has thought about trading down into the back end of the lottery. 44. If it's leaning toward drafting the best long-term bet, Houstan could be in play. Indiana Pacers (via Suns): Ron Harper Jr. (Rutgers, SF, Senior). New Orleans Pelicans: Max Christie (Michigan State, SG/SF, Freshman), 42. There has been enough evidence over the years of dangerous shot-making. 13. These are valued scouting opportunities, given the rare matchups that take place between quality opponents. 42. Toronto Raptors (via Pistons):Bryce McGowens (Nebraska, SG, Freshman), 34. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Heat): Yannick Nzosa (Unicaja, C, 2003), 59. The entire Lakers staff was at the combine in May, so it's not a huge surprise the team jumped into the draft by obtaining the Magic's No. His. Portland Trail Blazers (via Grizzlies):Trevion Williams (Purdue, PF/C, Senior), 60. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Heat):Yannick Nzosa (Unicaja, C, 2003), 59. San Antonio Spurs:Jalen Duren (Memphis, C, Freshman), 10. Dukes leading scorer early, Filipowski has made a strong impression with his skill level for scoring versatility. Aside from showing more passing, Holmes looks relatively similar compared to last year. Indiana Pacers (via Celtics):Nikola Durisic (Mega, SG/SF, 2004). 15). By June 23, Daniels will have worked out for every team picking Nos. But they wouldnt cause a team like the Houston Rockets to hesitate. He has sleeper potential after measuring 6'7" in shoes and shooting over 38.0 percent from three in consecutive years overseas. Between his two-point scoring efficiency and improved playmaking, he's entered the second-round discussion. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Clippers): Jalen Duren (Memphis, C, Freshman), 13. HoopsHypes Michael Scotto compiled this analysis, while Alberto de Roacontributed research to this report. A 7-footer who moves/anticipates like Kessler suddenly hitting threes would be a huge development. Kentuckys Cason Wallace has been performing as a potential top-10 pick. The lowest he could fall figures to be to the Charlotte Hornets at No. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Spurs): David Roddy (Colorado State, PF, Junior), 40. Playing against the top competition outside the NBA, hes starting to earn some minutes for physical tools and athleticism that NBA teams could eventually use for finishing, offensive rebounds and defense. Hell split time initiating offense with freshman Anthony Black. Arkansas leading scorer, Council is starting to draw attention with athletic finishes, self-creation flashes and different types of shot-making. Phoenix Suns: Roko Prkacin (Cibona, PF, 2002). He's generating buzz as an option in the 20s. Chicago Bulls: Malaki Branham (Ohio State, SG, Freshman), 19. Golden State Warriors:Jabari Walker (Colorado, PF, Sophomore), 58. Golden State Warriors: Matthew Mayer (Baylor, SF/PF, Senior), 60. Golden State Warriors: JD Davison (Alabama, PG, Freshman), 30. 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