Honorable Mentions:

Collin Sexton:

He’s not particularly big and isn’t efficient on either end of the floor. The hope lies in the rate at which he gets to the line, by far his best attribute. At the point guard position, Sexton doesn’t stand out as a shooter, defender, finisher, or passer. He’s actually below average in all these respects and has remained in lottery discussions mainly thanks to his status as a high recruit coming out of high school. The lack of point guard depth in this draft class may be incentive enough for a team needy at the position, particularly one that seeks a savvy ball handler in the P&R, where Sexton averaged .957 PPP (87th percentile).

Lonnie Walker IV:

The Miami shooting guard delivers a confounding package. Possessing the length and athleticism to be a stopper on defense and finisher at the rim has some mesmerized over what “could be.” Walker can shoot off the dribble and dunk on top of the defense. Unfortunately, he wasn’t all that good outside of his highlights. Walker doesn’t get to the free throw line, isn’t an efficient scorer, and lets the game play without him whenever he’s not in immediate proximity of the ball. Additionally, he claims to never have really watched much basketball growing up, dousing hopes he might be an inspired student of the game. I see a lot of J.R. Smith in Lonnie. Another year in school might have done him some good. It’s anybody’s guess if his production and mentality ever match his physical gifts.

Mitchell Robinson:

The 20-year-old center has the tools to be an impact player in the NBA, standing at 7’1” with a 7’4” wingspan. He’s a good athlete and has upside as a shooter, with the feet and length to compete defensively. Robinson did not play college or professional ball this past season, and therefore questions exist about how he handles himself against more developed competition. He could very well sneak into the late lottery if a team works him out and likes the versatility of his size/skill package compared to a preceptibly more limited player in Robert Williams.

Aaron Holiday:

The 3-year player for UCLA brings some readily identifiable skills that will get him drafted in the first round. First and foremost, he’s a good shooter with a speedy release, connecting on 42.2% of his looks from 3 for his career. Holiday is not an explosive athlete and will struggle to get by his man consistently. At just 6’1”, with mediocre quickness and desire, defense will never be a strength. He also turns the ball over far too much to efficiently orchestrate an offense (5.8 AST/3.8 TO ratio). To maximize his potential, the Bruin is best suited playing next to another ball handler who can ease defensive pressure and take advantage of his shooting/supplementary playmaking combination.