Cleveland Cavaliers (via Rockets): Justin Lewis (Marquette, SF/PF, Redshirt Freshman), 34. Similar to his brother last year, Iowas Kris Murray is rising up the Draft board. Feedback on Montero has been mostly about scouts' desire to see more and hear more positives from the Overtime staff. San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors): Dalen Terry (Arizona, PG/SG, Sophomore), 21. Showing hes made adjustments finishing around traffic is what scouts want to see after two years of poor finishing. Change of speed, ball-handling counters and footwork help the 65, 18-year-old separate into drives and dribble jumpers. 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.. It's not known what the Kings think of Ivey or his fit with De'Aaron Fox, though the Purdue guard never worked out with Sacramento. 51. Braun has fans and could be chosen in the first round. His shooting and decision-making remain inconsistent, but hell continue to look too tempting with enough flashes of self-creation and one-on-one shot-making, plus the highlight dunks, slashes and defensive playmaking. Orlando Magic: Wendell Moore Jr. (Duke, SG/SF, Junior), 32. He should enter next year as a potential first-rounder because of his 6-foot-10 frame and floor . Matkovic, an athletic big who played with projected first-rounder Nikola Jovic, was added to this mock draft after his last-minute decision to stay in the draft, which may hint at a team's commitment to him. Even though he has a questionable jump shot, analytics departments will like him, coaches will admire his toughness and scouts like his versatility as a big who can handle in transition or face up and attack. Everyone around the league is waiting to see how Sacramento handles the trade offers coming its way. Minnesota Timberwolves:Ousmane Dieng (New Zealand Breakers, SG/SF, 2003), 46. Denver Nuggets: MarJon Beauchamp (G League Ignite, SF, 2000), 22. Hardy's skill level as a creator, shot-maker and passer is too high for a serious draft-night slide. Updated NBA mock draft after first impressions https://t.co/GrORX6nErZ, Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) November 23, 2022, 1. 17. Atlanta Hawks (via Pelicans):Caleb Love (North Carolina, PG/SG, Junior). Brandon Millerwas the No. It may ultimately take two seasons for the 18-year-old to build a complete draft case, though NBA teams may be willing to reach early on a 65 combo who should be able to manipulate defenses, pass and shoot. 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. Even if he's still a limited creator, his shot-making appears potent enough for teams to see a rotation off-ball scorer. Hes a heck of a shooter., The key with Miller will be with his weight because he might struggle to guard an NBA four, an NBA executive added. He may be in jeopardy of sliding deep into the second round otherwise. 2022 NBA Mock Draft: 2-Round Predictions and Latest Buzz Jonathan Wasserman June 15, 2022 Jeff Haynes/Getty Images While NBA teams hold final workouts, solidify their boards and. Jonathan Wasserman, Bleacher. A breakout wont fly under the radar thanks to his NBA body and Creightons Top 10 team. (coverage begins at 7:30) 2022 Traded Draft Picks 8, assuming they want more spacing with Zion Williamson returning. Hes even made 8-of-17 threes, showing a different level of confidence stepping into longer jumpers. Charlotte Hornets (via Nuggets):JJ Starling (Notre Dame, SG, Freshman). Houston already made room for a rookie big by trading Christian Wood. Kansas Jalen Wilson has been one of the best CBB scorers this year. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Teams looking to move up will have their sights set on No. In each of their recent mock drafts, The Athletic's Sam Vecenie and Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman had Brandon Miller, Amen Thompson and Jarace Walker coming off the board for picks three through five in some order. 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. Darren Yamashita . 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. Ive never heard anything negative about him. Playoff teams could see an NBA-ready backup they can trust to run offense and make good decisions and enough open shots. With four games of at least 30 points over Missouri State's last seven, Mosley has finally caught some scouts' attention. With recent jumbo-playmaking prospects like Scottie Barnes, Josh Giddey, Dyson Daniels and Franz Wagner going top-10, history says Blacks archetype will be valued. His ability to guard perimeter players will dictate where he plays, whether its the three or four, or whether its a combination of both in time., Best rank:4 (ESPN, SB Nation, Yahoo, For The Win). (B/R) NBA scouts are making their initial rounds for non-conference tournaments and forming first impressions on prospects for the 2023 draft. Sacramento Kings (via Bulls): Peyton Watson (UCLA, SF, Freshman), 50. Houston Rockets (via Nets):Ousmane Dieng (New Zealand Breakers, SG/SF, 2003), 18. If a surprise name can shake up the top four, we're hearing it is Sharpe. Milwaukee Bucks: Mark Williams (Duke, C, Sophomore), 24. There are questions about who he will defend in the NBA, though in the Nos. However, there is a difference in the floor scenarios for those franchises. 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. There is even disagreement about how the top three will play out. NBA Mock Draft: After Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller is pushing Amen and Ausar Thompson for the No. 16. 38. Intriguing last year as a 610 play-finisher, switchable defender and improving shooter, Hawkins is currently 7-of-17 from three, averaging a combined 3.0 steals and blocks. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Nuggets): Peyton Watson (UCLA, SF, Freshman). 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. 24. This past week, they've seen the best and worst from the 19-year-old, who followed an 0-of-11 dud against the Long Island Nets with a 31-point, nine-assist game versus the Capital City Go-Go. Though Mitchell hasnt showcased any noticeable skill yet, superpower quickness and leaping could be enough for NBA teams to picture an athletic specialist for finishing and defensive playmaking. He's cooled off over the past two weeks, although that seemed inevitable after his start. Sacramento Kings:Eric Gaines (UAB, PG, Freshman). New Orleans Pelicans (via Lakers):Shaedon Sharpe (Kentucky, SG, Freshman), 9. Brandon Millers start has been a hop topic early, with the 69 freshman averaging 20.2 points on 15-of-29 from three. Teams believe Dieng could go as high as No. The Thompson twins can step onto an NBA court next year and play defense immediately, an executive told HoopsHype. Houston Rockets: Paolo Banchero (Duke, PF, Freshman), 4. Golden State Warriors: Dominick Barlow (Overtime Elite, PF, 2003), 58. Charlotte Hornets: Patrick Baldwin Jr. (Milwaukee, SF/PF, Freshman). 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. The potential to stretch the floor and protect the rim should be enough for Ware to remain in the top-20 discussion all year, even if his shot attempts and scoring production fluctuate. San Antonio Spurs:Jalen Duren (Memphis, C, Freshman), 10. 36. 15. Los Angeles Lakers (via Bulls):Jaime Jaquez (UCLA, SF, Senior). 6, and so on. Once the big three are off the board, Jaden Ivey has become the popular answer for next-best-prospect as he continues to show dramatic improvement as a shooter. Golden State Warriors:Jake LaRavia (Wake Forest, PF, Junior), 29. The threes and isolation moves into dribble jumpers continue to be persuasive for a 6'10" freshman at his age and floor. Brooklyn Nets (via Hawks):Colby Jones (Xavier, PG/SG, Junior). Oklahoma City Thunder (via Heat):Coleman Hawkins (Illinois, PF/C, Junior). To project where Wembanyama and other top prospects stand, HoopsHype compiled 10 mock . 1. He's back up to 39.5 percent from three after averaging 22.6 points over UCLA's last five games. New York Knicks:Gradey Dick (Kansas, SF, Freshman). Multiple top-10 teams should have picks up for sale in hopes of acquiring win-now veterans. Boston Celtics: Dereon Seabron (North Carolina State, SF, Sophomore), 56. There is some buzz about a team in the top four showing extra interest, though it is difficult to picture him going that high, considering general managers are evaluating Sharpe on 2021 AAU tape and workouts. Jalen Williams pulled that off. 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. It wouldnt be surprising if it took some time for the freshman to build back his shooting rhythm joining an established lineup led by juniors and seniors. New Orleans Pelicans (via Lakers): Dyson Daniels (G League Ignite, PG/SG, 2003), 9. And as conference play moves along, scouts are learning about new prospects worth tracking. Neither Thompson twin can shoot the ball very well. May 24, 2022 2:00 pm CT. Bleacher Report's Grant Hughes proposed two trades that involved the Oklahoma City Thunder in his latest article that lists surprising potential offseason trades for lottery teams. Please check your email for a confirmation. HoopsHypes Michael Scotto compiled this analysis, while Alberto de Roacontributed research to this report. 4. While it seems like a long shot for the junior to break out the self-creation, he still possesses an easy-fit NBA skill set for off-ball scoring. Amen Thompsonwas the third overall pick in five of the 10 mock drafts polled and has maintained his current standing as the projected No. Cleveland Cavaliers:E.J. After a 29-point game against Seton Hall and 30 points against Omaha, a Murray breakout appears on. Henderson has made strides with his shooting and leadership as a floor general this season. His scoring craft and touch are special, and they help offset his complete lack of speed and burst. He died aged 67. 50. Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Brett Wilhelm/NCAA Photos via Getty Images. Mathurin has seemingly locked himself in to the top eight. Charlotte Hornets: Jeremy Sochan (Baylor, PF, Freshman), 19. 1 pick. Liddell has not received an invite to the green room, which bodes well for teams' chances of getting him in the 20s. 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. While there may be questions about how limited athleticism affects him at the NBA level, hes flashed the type of shooting range and face-up ability teams covet in centers. And the New York Knicks' need for offense makes it difficult to imagine they will grab a 5 who can't shoot or create, even if they lose Mitchell Robinson. New allegations against Ja Morant, including punching teenager, brandishing gun at him, Optimism that Stephen Curry can return next week, Paul George admits he doesn't think he can be the No. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Nuggets): Michael Foster Jr. (G League Ignite, PF, 2003), 51. Scouts will presumably want to see more three-point shooting to buy a 172-pound guard for the next level. But hes also suited to play possessions off the ball with a promising catch-and-shoot game from the wings and corners. These are valued scouting opportunities, given the rare matchups that take place between quality opponents. He has an easy-fit, off-ball skill set if his three-ball and finishing can translate. New York Knicks:Matteo Spagnolo (Cremona, PG/SG, 2003), 42. Toronto Raptors (via Pistons): Bryce McGowens (Nebraska, SG, Freshman), 34. Improved creation/shot-making skills and numbers are fueling Johnny Davis' rise up draft boards, but the struggling Sacramento Kings could put extra stock into the impact he's had on winning. 4 pick, which is being discussed in multiple trade situations. After that, it's a bit hazier, with Ausar Thompson, Arkansas teammates Nick Smith Jr. and Anthony Black, Keyonte . 10 in this mock draft to the Orlando Magic. Brown, Baldwin and Montero sound like the most vulnerable among players who were projected to be selected in the first round. Bleacher Report: Updated 2023 NBA Mock Draft for picks 1-60 Jonathan Wasserman provides his latest projections through 2 rounds after an early look at the potential 2023 class. Memphis Grizzlies (via Cavaliers): Jabari Walker (Colorado, PF, Sophomore), 48. Milwaukee Bucks:Blake Wesley (Notre Dame, SG, Freshman), 25. Paolo Banchero leads the way as the Kia Rookie of the Year chase begins to head for the finish line. 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