The 2018 NBA Draft will commence on Thursday, June 21st
at 7:00 PM EST on ESPN. Below is the NBALord.com mock draft with analysis
provided for each pick. Enjoy!
1. Phoenix Suns –Arizona freshman PF DeAndre Ayton: Listed at 7’1”, 250 pounds, DeAndre Ayton has a killer physical
profile and is very skilled for a player of his size and stage of development,
averaging 20.1 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game during his time
with the Wildcats. Given he played college ball down the road in Tucson and has
so much upside, the Suns would be crazy not to take him. Click here to check
out my analysis of Ayton on NBADraft.net.
2. Sacramento Kings-Real Madrid SF Luka Doncic: Listed at 6’8”, 225 pounds, Luka Doncic has a very polished game
for being only 19 years of age. He’s sort of your classic European prospect in
that he has a really nice shot, can handle the ball, and has good court vision.
Given that the Kings have Vlade Divac
and Peja Stojakovic calling the
shots in the front office, it’s hard to see them passing on a Euro player with
so much upside. They would have no problem connecting with Doncic and selling
him on the Sacramento Kings experience.
3. Atlanta Hawks-Duke freshman PF Marvin Bagley III: Marvin Bagley III has numbers very similar to DeAndre Ayton,
averaging 21.0 points, 11.1 rebounds, and almost 1 block per game. On top of
that he too won player of the year honors in his conference. The Hawks need a
guy to build their franchise around and Marvin Bagley III definitely has the
potential to be that kind of guy for them.
4. Memphis Grizzlies –Texas freshman C Mohamed Bamba: At 6’11”, 225 pounds, Mohamed Bamba averaged 12.9 points,
10.5 rebounds, and 3.7 blocks per game during his freshman year. Bamba is a
freak athlete that has the potential to be an excellent rim protector in the
NBA. The Grizzlies could use a rim protector and a big man to follow in the
footsteps of Marc Gasol, making
Bamba a logical pick for them.
5. Dallas Mavericks-Michigan State freshman PF Jaren Jackson, Jr.: At 6’11”, 242
pounds, Jaren Jackson, Jr. has tons
of upside, averaging 10.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.0 blocks per game during
his freshman year. His athleticism is what has the NBA scouts salivating over
him. As an added bonus, he’s the son of former NBA player Jaren Jackson, so
he’s definitely got the bloodlines. The Mavericks will look for best player
available at this stage, making Jaren Jackson, Jr. the right pick for them.
6. Orlando Magic-Oklahoma freshman point guard Trae Young: During his freshman year,
Trae Young averaged 27.4 points per
game on 36.0% shooting from 3-point range, 42.2% shooting from the field, and
86.1% shooting from the foul line. Due to his 6’2”, 180 pound build and ability
to “get buckets”, Young is drawing comparisons to Stephen Curry. If he lives up to that hype, one could argue he’s
the top prospect in the draft. If he’s available at #6, the Orlando Magic will
definitely take him.
7. Chicago Bulls-Missouri freshman small forward Michael Porter, Jr.: Due to a back
injury, Michael Porter, Jr. missed
all of the regular season during his lone year at Missouri and only saw a
little bit of postseason action in the NCAA Tournament. When he committed to
Missouri, there was a ton of buzz around him given that he was a 5-star recruit
and a McDonald’s All-American. The big question is how far will he fall as a
result of his back injury? The talent to be the #1 or #2 pick in the draft is
definitely there, which is why I have a hard time seeing him fall past the
Bulls at #7. If he’s still on the board at this point, they’ll take him without
a doubt.
8. Cleveland Cavaliers –Alabama freshman point guard Collin Sexton:
Regardless of whether or not LeBron
James sticks around, the Cavaliers need another playmaker on offense. Collin Sexton would provide the
Cavaliers with such a playmaker, averaging 19.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.6
assists per game last season for the Crimson Tide. He’s got the potential to
fill the void left by Kyrie Irving.
9. New York Knicks –Texas Tech freshman shooting guard Zhaire Smith: At 6’5”, 195
pounds, Zhaire Smith has tremendous
upside due to his explosive athleticism. He averaged 11.3 points and 5.0
rebounds per game last season for the Red Raiders. If he can continue to polish
his game and hone his craft, he could be an absolute steal at this point of the
draft. The Knicks need an elite playmaker at the wing, making Smith a logical
choice for them.
10. Philadelphia 76ers –Villanova junior small forward Mikal Bridges: Mikal Bridges really burst
onto the scene in his junior year, averaging 17.7 points per game after
averaging 9.8 points per game in his sophomore year. He’s a really good
shooter, shooting 43.5% from 3-point range, 51.4% from the field, and 85.1%
from the foul line last season. He already comes in as a guy who can make an
impact from day one and on top of that there’s good reason to think he’ll
continue to get better. He’d be a nice fit for a Philly team that is looking to
make an even deeper run in the playoffs next season.
11. Charlotte Hornets –Duke freshman center Wendell Carter, Jr.: Listed at 6’10”, 259
pounds, Wendell Carter, Jr. is a
very talented big man, who possesses nice moves in the post and the ability to
bang inside (9.1 rebounds per game). He averaged 13.5 points per game in his
freshman year and shot 41.3% from 3-point range on 1.2 attempts per game. On
top of that, he’s a stellar defender (2.1 blocks) and a high IQ player,
considering Harvard before eventually deciding to go to Duke. He’d give the
Hornets a post presence that they sorely need.
12. Los Angeles Clippers-Kentucky freshman power forward Kevin Knox:
There’s a lot to like about Kevin Knox.
He averaged 15.6 points and 5.4 rebounds per game in his freshman year on 34.1%
shooting from 3-point range and 77.4% shooting from the foul line. At 6’9”, 215
pounds, he has prototypical power forward size and possesses both the
athleticism and quickness to play small forward if needed. He’d be a fun player
to watch in a Clippers uniform.
13. Los
Angeles Clippers –Kentucky freshman
point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: The Clippers have back-to-back picks
in the first round. After using their first pick on an athletic power forward,
I see them using their next pick on a talented young point guard in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. At 6’6”, 180
pounds, he has great size for the point guard position and knows how to get
others involved (14.4 points and 5.1 assists per game). He’d be a great guy to
pair with Kevin Knox.
14. Denver Nuggets –Michigan State sophomore small forward Miles Bridges: At 6’7”, 230
pounds, Miles Bridges is an
explosive athlete that knows how to throw it down in traffic. Due to his
freakish athleticism and strength, he’s able to play the power forward position
if needed. He averaged 17.1 points and 7.0 rebounds per game in his sophomore
year, doing a good job of leading the Spartans. With Kenneth Faried no longer
what he used to be, Bridges would be a welcomed addition in Denver.
15. Washington Wizards- Villanova sophomore shooting guard Donte DiVincenzo: Donte DiVincenzo had the game of his
life in the national championship game, scoring 31 points to lead Villanova
past Michigan. In that game, DiVincenzo boosted his draft stock up by a ton,
putting himself in the mix to be a lottery pick. The Wizards could use a guy
who can shoot from deep, making DiVincenzo a good guy for them to roll the dice
on.
16. Phoenix Suns-Boston College junior shooting guard Jerome Robinson: At 6’7”, 181
pounds, Jerome Robinson has the
ability to shoot the leather off the ball, averaging 20.7 points per game last
season on 40.9% shooting from 3-point range and 83.0% from the foul line. The
Suns need more guys who can put the ball in the hole. It can’t just be Devin Booker carrying the load. With a
guy like Robinson by his side, Booker would feel less pressure and be allowed
to play more freely.
17. Milwaukee Bucks- USA center Mitchell Robinson: Mitchell Robinson is a bit of a mystery player given that he was
committed to Western Kentucky and then was dismissed from the team for a
violation of team rules. That whole incident could scare some teams away, but
there’s just too much talent here for Mitchell to fall too far. At 7’1”, 225
pounds, Robinson has really good shot blocking instincts and is an all around
freak athlete. Adding Robinson to the Bucks would make them even more athletic than
they already are, which is a frightening thought.
18. San
Antonio Spurs-Miami freshman shooting
guard Lonnie Walker: If you are looking for a guy who could be this draft’s
Donovan Mitchell, Lonnie Walker could be your guy. He’s
got a similar frame at 6’4”, 192 pounds and has a similar mentality. He loves
to attack the rim and isn’t afraid to take the big shot. He’d be a fantastic
addition to a Spurs team that is in sore need of some new blood.
19. Atlanta Hawks-Texas A&M sophomore power forward Robert Williams: At 6’9”, 240
pounds, Robert Williams has great
physical tools to work with, sporting a wingspan close to 7’6”. He needs to
polish his offensive game, but his rebounding (9.2 rebounds) and rim protecting
(2.6 blocks) make him a guy who adds instant value. He’d be a nice guy to have
paired with Marvin Bagley III down on the block.
20. Minnesota Timberwolves-Oregon freshman small forward Troy Brown,
Jr.: Thanks to my job covering Cal basketball for Rivals.com, I was able to
cover Troy Brown, Jr. during his high
school career. He was always really nice to me and very professional. Great
kid. As far as his basketball skills go, Brown has a really intriguing package
to work with. He’s listed at 6’7”, 215 pounds and has the potential to evolve
into a point guard down the line given that’s the position he identified with
in high school. For the time being, he’ll have to play as a wing and he’s well
suited to do that, averaging 11.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per
game with the Ducks.
21. Utah Jazz –Maryland sophomore shooting guard Kevin Huerter: At 6’7”, 190
pounds, Kevin Huerter knows how to
score (14.8 points) and rebound (5.0 rebounds), shooting 41.7% from 3-point
range and 75.8% from the foul line in his sophomore campaign. With Gordon
Hayward gone, the Jazz could use another playmaker at the small forward
spot, making Huerter a good fit for them.
22. Chicago Bulls-Duke freshman shooting guard Gary Trent, Jr.: Playing with Marvin
Bagley III and Wendell Carter, Jr. helped make Gary Trent, Jr. a better player. At the same time, it made him get
less attention than he would have gotten at other programs. Trent had a very
solid freshman year for the Blue Devils, averaging 14.5 points per game on
40.2% shooting from 3-point range and 87.6% from the foul line. The Bulls need
a shooting guard who can actually shoot, making Trent a no brainer pick for
them at this juncture.
23. Indiana Pacers –USA PG Anfernee Simmons: At 6’3”, 185 pounds, Anfernee Simmons has the potential to evolve into a really good
point guard in the NBA. The key will be for a team to be patient with him and
let him develop. Picking him in the first round might be a bit of a gamble, but
it’s a gamble worth taking if you are a team like the Pacers, who already has a
playoff ready roster in place.
24. Portland Trail Blazers-Villanova freshman power forward Omari
Spellman: Omari Spellman is a
6’9”, 260 pound dude who can shoot from 3-point range (43.3%) and rebound (8.0
rebounds). He’d be a really nice fit in Portland, giving them another shooter
and rebounder inside. They could kill two birds with one stone by drafting him.
25. Los Angeles Lakers –Boise State senior shooting guard Chandler Hutchison: It took him
four years of college, but now that he’s in the NBA Draft, Chandler Hutchison is catching the attention of NBA teams due to
his ability to score (20.0 points) and rebound (7.7 rebounds) as a 6’7”, 190
pound guard. Originally from Mission Viejo, going to the Lakers would be a
homecoming of sorts for Hutchinson.
26. Philadelphia 76ers –UCLA junior point guard Aaron Holiday: At 6’1”, 185 pounds, Aaron Holiday is one of the most NBA
ready players in this draft. His older brothers Jrue and Justin both are
holding their own in the league, so the pedigree is definitely there. He
has the ability to both run an offense and create his own shot. He’s also a
solid defender. Click here to check out my analysis of Holiday on NBADraft.net.
27. Boston Celtics-France point guard Elie Okobo: The Celtics would benefit from
having a backup point guard of sorts that could give Terry Rozier and Kyrie
Irving a bit of a break. At 6’2”, 180 pounds, Elie Okobo is pretty athletic and has the potential to be a solid
playmaker in the league. He’d be a pretty safe pick for the Celtics.
28. Golden State Warriors Creighton junior shooting guard Khyri Thomas:
The Warriors could use more depth at the wing spot and they are expected to
take the best shooting guard available. In my mock, the best wing available is Khyri Thomas, a 6’4”, 200-pound guard
out of Creighton. Thomas averaged 15.1 points and 4.4 rebounds per game last
season on 41.1% shooting from 3-point range and 78.8% from the foul line. He’d
give the Warriors another wing that can shoot the rock, capable of providing
relief for Klay Thompson and Stephen
Curry in stretches.
29. Brooklyn Nets Cincinnati junior shooting guard Jacob Evans: At 6’6”, 210 pounds,
Jacob Evans has good size for the
wing position and knows how to defend, averaging 1.3 steals and 1.0 blocks per
game last season with the Bearcats. On
top of his defense, he has potential on the offensive end as well, averaging
13.0 points per game on 42.7% shooting from the field, 37.0% shooting from
3-point range, and 75.4% shooting from the foul line.
30. Atlanta Hawks-Villanova senior point guard Jalen Brunson: Jalen Brunson took home Big East Player of the Year, AP Player of
the Year, and several other honors last season, leading Villanova to another
national championship. As a two-time national champion, Brunson has plenty of
experience playing in pressure moments. Having a guy with that type of
experience would do wonders for the Hawks.
31. Phoenix Suns-Wichita State junior shooting guard Landry Shamet: Landry Shamet has a nice blend of
scoring and facilitating, averaging 14.9 points and 5.2 assists per game last
season. Such versatility would be welcomed in the Suns’ backcourt.
32. Memphis Grizzlies-Ohio State senior forward Keita Bates-Diop: As a 6’7”, 190 pound
forward, Keita Bates-Diop has
tremendous physical tools to work with, drawing comparisons to Luc Mbah a Moute. He really came out of
his shell in his senior year, averaging 19.8 points and 8.7 rebounds per game
on 35.9% shooting from 3-point range and 79.4% shooting from the foul line. He
has first round talent, so he’d be an absolute steal for the Grizzlies in the
early second round.
33. Dallas Mavericks –Michigan junior power forward Moritz Wagner: If the Dallas
Mavericks are looking for a guy who could be their next Dirk Nowitzki, Moritz Wagner
wouldn’t be a bad rock for them to turn over. At 6’10”, 210 pounds, the player
out of Germany averaged 14.6 points and 7.1 rebounds per game during his junior
year with the Wolverines on 39.4% shooting from 3-point range. Wagner has first
round talent as well, making him another gem of a find in the second round.
34. Atlanta Hawks –Georgia Tech sophomore shooting guard Josh Okogie: The Hawks
should feel really happy if they can land Josh
Okogie in the second round. At 6’4”, 207 pounds, he is a bit undersized for
a shooting guard, but he proved he could score in college, averaging 18.2
points per game last season. On top of his scoring, he can rebound and defend,
averaging 6.3 rebounds, 1.8 steals, and 1 block per game. He’s a pretty
versatile dude that could help the Hawks out in a lot of ways.
35. Orlando Magic –Louisville junior power forward Raymond Spalding: At 6’10”, 210
pounds, Raymond Spalding is a bit of
a late bloomer, increasing his scoring average from 5.9 points per game in his
sophomore year to 12.3 points per game in his junior year. If he can make
similar strides in his rookie year, he could be a major steal in this draft.
There’s a lot to like about him given his rebounding (8.7 rebounds per game)
and shot blocking (1.7 blocks per game) to go along with his scoring around the
rim.
36. Sacramento Kings-Tulane junior shooting guard Melvin Frazier: At 6’6”, 200 pounds, Melvin Frazier can jump out of the gym,
possessing tremendous athleticism. He improved his scoring average to 15.9
points per game and is finally starting to figure things out. Given his
physical gifts, he’s a very safe pick at this point in the draft.
37. New York Knicks –Duke freshman point guard Trevon Duval: Trevon Duval had a disappointing freshman season, averaging 10.3
points and 5.6 assists per game last season. That said, he’s still a former
5-star recruit with tons of potential. If he figures things out next year, the
Knicks could be looking at getting a first round pick for the price of a second
rounder.
38. Philadelphia 76ers-USC junior power forward Chimezie Metu: At 6’11”, 215 pounds, Chimezie Metu has tons of upside. He’s
extremely athletic, can run the floor, and is capable of scoring from beyond
the arc. He averaged 15.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game last
season. He’s a first round talent that is falling into the second round because
of concerns regarding his personality. If can overcome his character concerns,
he’d be an absolute steal at this point of the draft. Click here to check out
my analysis of Metu on NBADraft.net.
39. Philadelphia 76ers –Bosnia & Herzegovina small forward Dzanan Musa: Dzanan Musa is a 6’9”, 195-pound
European dude who can shoot the rock. He’s only 19 years old, so he’s a
possible draft and stash guy. Philly likes these kind of guys. I think they
take him if he’s available.
40. Brooklyn Nets-UNLV freshman center Brandon McCoy: Brandon McCoy is the second player I’ve gotten to know a bit in
this draft. I interviewed him once when Cal was looking at him. At 7’1”, 250
pounds, McCoy has great physical tools to work with, averaging 16.9 points and
10.3 rebounds per game in his freshman year. There are some concerns about his
maturity and ability to be a professional, which is why his stock is falling.
If he can shake that reputation and prove that he’s mentally ready for the NBA,
he’ll be a guy we’ll look back on and ask how he didn’t go in the first round. Click here to check out my analysis of McCoy on NBADraft.net
41. Orlando Magic-Kansas senior shooting guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk: Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk is your classic
college veteran with a polished game that doesn’t have much “upside.” Sometimes
those dudes do alright. Especially if they shoot 44.4% from 3-point range and
80.4% from the foul line.
42. Detroit Pistons –Germany power forward Isaac Bonga: At 6’9”, 200 pounds, Isaac Bonga has an NBA body on him and
has the athleticism to hang with NBA players. On top of that, he can put the
ball on the floor, attack the rim, and score from beyond the arc. He’s one of
these guys that could have been a first round pick had he had more visibility.
European guys have to really wow scouts to garner first round attention.
43. Denver Nuggets-Kentucky freshman small forward Jarred Vanderbilt: At 6’9”, 215
pounds, Jarred Vanderbilt has great
physical tools to work with. He was a killer rebounder at Kentucky (18.5
rebounds per 40 minutes) and showed a lot of promise. Injuries have held him
back and could prevent him from having an NBA career. Given his upside, he’s
worth a gamble at this stage of the draft.
44. Washington Wizards-Missouri State senior power forward Alize Johnson: Alize Johnson averaged a double double
during his junior and senior seasons at Missouri State (14.9 points and 11.1
rebounds). Guys who average double-doubles in college usually have pretty good
track records for success. Paul Millsap
anyone?
45. Charlotte Hornets (Pick originally
belonging to Brooklyn Nets)-USC
sophomore shooting guard De’Anthony Melton: De’Anthony Melton would be a huge gamble in the first round, but at
this point of the draft, he’d be a smart guy to take. At 6’4”, 190 pounds,
Melton has great size for a combo guard and he has the potential to be a really
good defender (1.9 steals and 1 block per game). If he can get his assists
numbers to improve from 3.5 per game, he’s got the chance to stick in the NBA.
Click here to check out my analysis of Melton on NBADraft.net.
46. Houston Rockets –Latvia small forward Rodions Kurucs: At 6’9”, 220 pounds, Rodions Kurucs is a really good athlete
that is praised for his versatility. The Rockets like guys who are versatile
and capable of playing multiple positions, making Kurucs a logical pick for
them.
47. Los Angeles Lakers-Arizona sophomore shooting guard Rawle Alkins: At 6’5”, 220
pounds, Rawle Alkins has great size
for an NBA guard. He attacks the rim well and projects to be a good defender in
the NBA (1.3 steals per game). Given that the Lakers want to run a fast tempo
system, Alkins would fit right in. Click here to check out my analysis of Alkins on
NBADraft.net.
48. Minnesota Timberwolves-Miami sophomore shooting guard Bruce Brown:
At 6’5”, 195 pounds, Bruce Brown
rebounds really well for a guard (7.1 rebounds per game) and knows how to score
(11.7 points per game) despite poor shooting percentages. If he can learn how
to shoot, he’s got the chance to find a home in the NBA.
49. San Antonio Spurs-Texas Tech senior shooting guard Keenan Evans: Another really good
four-year college player, who may not have much “upside” or room for growth. Keenan
Evans averaged 17.6 points per game last season, showing he can score. The big
concern is he’s only 6’3”. He’ll have to show he’s not a shooting guard trapped
in a point guard’s body if he wants to stick in the NBA. The main thing he has
going for him is experience and the ability to come in right away and help out
a team.
50. Indiana Pacers-SMU junior shooting guard Shake Milton: Shake Milton has good size for an NBA guard at 6’5” and 195 pounds.
He can score (18.0 points) and defend (1.4 steals). Not a bad guy to take at
this stage of the draft.
51. New Orleans Pelicans –Duke senior shooting guard Grayson Allen:
Grayson Allen has the pieces to have
a quality NBA career from a skill set standpoint. He’s 6’4”, 195 pounds and has
played in plenty of big games. The big question with him is whether or not he
can keep his head straight and not be a headache for a team. His personality is what could cause him to sink in this draft.
52. Utah Jazz –Illinois-Chicago junior small forward Dikembe Dixson: At 6’7”, 190
pounds, Dikembe Dixson is very
athletic and was a pretty solid scorer in college, averaging 17.4 points per
game for his career. If he can improve his 3-point percentage from 31.5%, he’s
got a chance to maybe find a home in the NBA.
53. Oklahoma City Thunder –Xavier senior shooting guard JP Macura:
JP Macura comes into the draft as an
82.1% foul shooter on top of being a 37.7% shooter from beyond the arc. His
12.9 points per game didn’t light the world on fire, but he did it on a
competitive Xavier team. At this point of the draft, he would be worth a
training camp invite.
54. Dallas Mavericks-Texas Arlington senior power forward Kevin Hervey: At 6’7”, 210
pounds, Kevin Hervey averaged 20.5
points and 8.5 rebounds per game last season, earning Sun Belt Player of the
Year honors. Given he competed in a small conference, many are skeptical if his
dominance can translate to the NBA. We’ve seen guys from small conferences
exceed expectations before, so I wouldn’t be shocked if he exceeds his current
projections.
55. Charlotte Hornets-West Virginia senior point guard Jevon Carter: Jevon Carter can ball. The young man
averaged 17.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 6.6 assists last season. There’s a lot
to like about his game. His size (6’2”, 185 pounds) is the major question mark.
At this point in the draft, he’s worth rolling the dice on.
56. Philadelphia 76ers-Kentucky freshman shooting guard Hamidou Diallo: Rarely do you see
a Kentucky freshman projected this low. Hamidou
Diallo may have been wise to come back for another year or transfer. He’s
got a lot of talent, but I’m not sure he’s NBA ready. He might be drafted, but
if he is, it’ll be late.
57. Oklahoma City Thunder-Penn State sophomore point guard Tony Carr:
Tony Carr had a really impressive
sophomore year, averaging 19.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game.
At 6’5”, 205 pounds, he’s got a good NBA body on him and can shoot it from deep
(43.3%). Very safe pick at this stage.
58. Denver Nuggets-Former Kansas freshman center Billy Preston: I will be the first
to admit this one is a reach. Billy Preston
has slipped off the radar after being ruled ineligible to play at Kansas. What
makes me think he gets drafted is he’s a 6’10”, 222 pound 2017 McDonald’s
All-American. At this point of the draft, why not roll the dice on a kid like
this? The Nuggets would have nothing to lose drafting him at this stage. Nothing
from nothing leaves nothing, ya know?
59. Phoenix Suns-Arizona junior shooting guard Allonzo Trier: Allonzo Trier can score the ball as a 6’4”, 190 pound guard,
averaging 18.1 points per game last season. The big question is whether or not
he’s too much of a defensive liability. Click here to check out my analysis of Trier on
NBADraft.net.
60. Philadelphia 76ers –Maryland sophomore small forward Justin Jackson: If Justin Jackson hadn’t missed most of
his sophomore campaign with a shoulder injury, he’d likely be a mid second
round pick or perhaps even a late first round pick. At 6’7”, 230 pounds, he has
the physical gifts to play in the NBA. It’s just a question of whether or not
his shoulder injury will get in the way.
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