Duke's Cooper Flagg is still the favorite to be drafted No. 1, but a newcomer has moved into the top 5. Let's project all 30 first-round picks.
Rutgers' Dylan Harper, Duke's Cooper Flagg and Illinois' Kasparas Jakucionis are among the 30 first-round picks in ESPN's newest NBA mock draft. ESPN draft analysts Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo have gotten good looks at the top NBA prospects in a deep and talented draft class. Duke'snearing its halfway point, we're also getting a clearer picture of which teams have the best shot at the No. 1 pick and which ones could be selecting multiple times in the first round .
He might need to perform better offensively to secure a spot this high in the draft -- his shooting has been subpar -- but front offices will work to understand the on-court context of his season, as he has been playing away from the ball quite a bit on a guard-driven team. If Edgecombe can turn a corner through the thick of conference play, he'll strengthen his draft case here.Having won two games since Nov. 22, the Hornets appear headed toward another high draft pick.
Duke has put the ball in his hands quite a bit this season, asking him to navigate screens and get others involved. He has done that effectively, ranking as one of the draft's most efficient pick-and-roll players. Scouts will want to see him improve his 36% 3-point percentage but will note his 93% accuracy from the free throw line, as well as the myriad ways he impacts winning.
He is spearheading an Oklahoma team that has exceeded expectations but will be tested over the next few months by a challenging SEC schedule that will tell us quite a bit more about where he stands in the draft's pecking order.Potentially equipped with three first-round picks, the Spurs should have an opportunity to stockpile young talent, or consolidate some of their draft capital to move around if they choose.
Maluach, one of the youngest prospects in this class with his 19th birthday in September, is still raw in many ways, especially offensively, and has a lot to prove in ACC play and the NCAA tournament.The Thunder have possibly the deepest roster in the NBA and a stockpile of draft picks, giving them the freedom of selecting the best player available regardless of position or possibly dealing this pick depending on the offer.
His ability to play a connective role, as a smart passer, capable shooter and opportunistic scorer with size on the wing, will be attractive to NBA teams as a potential long-term supporting piece. Scouts have told ESPN they'd like to see him be a bit more efficient, but he has acclimated well to the college game.With three first-round picks and a young roster looking to make the jump to playoff contention, the Spurs likely will be opportunistic in navigating this draft.
Scouts will be studying his impact in the Big Ten and beyond to get a better gauge of how to weigh his impressive productivity versus his weaknesses.The Heat will have lottery protection on this pick, giving them a cushion in the draft as their front office handles's situation ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline.
Though his lack of great positional size might limit his ultimate upside, NBA teams remain intrigued by Murray-Boyles' feel and value on both ends of the floor. A strong run in conference play could help him inch closer to lottery status in a first round that could wind up somewhat thin on interior talent.12.6 points , 3.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists
Wolf also fills up the box score with rebounds, blocks and steals while scoring efficiently for what appears to be a very good Michigan team. Continuing to shoot and show off his unique style of play should translate to winning as well as better draft positioning in June.Oklahoma City could add another developmental frontcourt piece in Newell, who has turned in solid production for a 13-2 Georgia team that has played a light schedule thus far.
Arkansas will need him to find another gear with his intensity and consistency in SEC play. How much improvement he makes as a shooter will be a key question for possibly the Magic and any other NBA teams.Orlando's second first-round pick, by way of Denver, could be an opportunity to add backcourt depth. Jackson has hit his stride over the past couple of weeks, scoring 20-plus points in four of his previous five games and showcasing his competitiveness and instincts by creating for himself.
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