New Orleans Pelicans (via Lakers):Shaedon Sharpe (Kentucky, SG, Freshman), 9. 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. 4 pick. Milwaukee Bucks:Blake Wesley (Notre Dame, SG, Freshman), 25. 60 or even undrafted. Miller has the body and looks likePaul George, an NBA scout told HoopsHype, per Scotto. He's generating buzz as an option in the 20s. Cleveland Cavaliers: Ochai Agbaji (Kansas, SG/SF, Senior). Hes bound to resemble a pro scorer once his confidence and comfort level return, though sequences of energy plays, secondary playmaking and defensive pressure should help round out Whiteheads scouting profile. Cissokos identity revolves around versatility and two-way playmaking, but his 9-of-24 start from three has been the early storyline. Houston Rockets: Paolo Banchero (Duke, PF, Freshman), 4. But they wouldnt cause a team like the Houston Rockets to hesitate. There has been enough evidence over the years of dangerous shot-making. 32. Memphis Grizzlies:Kennedy Chandler (Tennessee, PG, Freshman), 30. Prkacin had some real first-round momentum before withdrawing late in the 2021 NBA Draft process. There isnt an NBA player like him in terms of wing size, the highest levels of quickness and explosion and creation skill for teammates. Los Angeles Clippers:Johnny Juzang (UCLA, SF, Junior), 45. Henderson has a bright green light with Ignite, and it can lead to questionable shots and forces. The fact that he could be used in so many different wayseither at point guard or off the ball as a wing or forwardallows teams to not have to worry about fit. 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. You'll get exclusive content every month and be a key part of the NBA Draft Room community. Teams should assume his shooting is better than his 28.8 three-point mark suggests, based on last year's 43.6 percent mark and this season's 87.0 free-throw percentage. As long as hes making jumpers at a respectable rate, his name should continue to be grouped in with the other lottery prospects. Neither Thompson twin can shoot the ball very well. A breakout wont fly under the radar thanks to his NBA body and Creightons Top 10 team. 4-11. The three youngest players in the 2022 NBA Draft as of right now. 8. Positional wing size (68), shooting potential and IQ/feel are the draws to Durisic, who should look like an NBA fit if his jump-shot development trends upward. 4 and Ivey. But his physicality as a scorer and improving shot-making and passing should help him secure plenty of second-round interest. 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 figure to have Pepperdines two Gonzaga games highlighted on their schedules. 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. https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/lists/2023-aggregate-nba-mock-draft-potential-rockets-picks-entering-march/, Draft lottery odds, if Rockets finish with worst record, 2023 NBA mock draft roundup: Potential Houston Rockets picks at All-Star break, Victor Wembanyama not opposed to Rockets or any other team in 2023 NBA draft, Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta: Pray for Victor, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, 2. Oklahoma City Thunder: Chet Holmgren (Gonzaga, PF/C, Freshman), 3. Otherwise, Davis' rebounding (7.9 per game), defensive activity and leadership highlight his ability to impact games in multiple ways. In any other class outside of a generational talent like Wembanyama, Henderson would be the No. Kansas Jalen Wilson has been one of the best CBB scorers this year. Teams looking to move up will have their sights set on No. The Rockets are believed to be feeling stress-free at No. 16. . Minnesota Timberwolves: Wendell Moore Jr. (Duke, SG/SF, Junior), 20. Charlotte Hornets: Ousmane Dieng (New Zealand Breakers, SG/SF, 2003), 14. And as conference play moves along, scouts are learning about new prospects worth tracking. Indiana Pacers (via Suns):Ron Harper Jr. (Rutgers, SF, Senior). Sacramento Kings: Jaden Ivey (Purdue, G, Sophomore), 5. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Clippers): Tari Eason (LSU, PF, Sophomore), 16. Boston Celtics:Drew Peterson (USC, SF, Senior). Brown, Baldwin and Montero sound like the most vulnerable among players who were projected to be selected in the first round. 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. During Wisconsin's win over Minnesota on Sunday, Davis once again took over late when his team needed a basket. Memphis Grizzlies (via Lakers): Jalen Duren (Memphis, C, Freshman), 13. Sticking at No. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Nuggets): Michael Foster Jr. (G League Ignite, PF, 2003), 51. The Wizards played Kristaps Porzingis at center with Kyle Kuzma and Rui Hachimura in the rotation. Indiana Pacers: Bennedict Mathurin (Arizona, SG/SF, Sophomore), 7. New York Knicks:Gradey Dick (Kansas, SF, Freshman). Minnesota Timberwolves (via Wizards): Ryan Rollins (Toledo, PG/SG, Sophomore), 41. Miller has clearly entered the top-10 discussion with his positional tools and shooting. Sacramento Kings: Jaden Ivey (Purdue, G, Sophomore), 5. 31. This late in the draft, a team may put more stock into Nunezs special facilitating and passing than the questions about his shooting and physical traits. The ingredients for a pro scorer are there in terms of tools, athleticism, creation potential and shooting, though limited playmaking ability does reduce his margin for error. Athletic finishing remains Braziles signature strength, though continuing to build on the early-season shooting flashes will be his key to a legitimate draft-stock spike. Indiana Pacers (via Rockets):Christian Braun (Kansas, SG/SF, Junior), 32. Iowa's Keegan Murray is having one of the best seasons in college basketball and his excellent play has helped his draft stock quite a bit . The top three might not be set the way it seemed after the lottery. However, there's still plenty to like about his three-level scoring skills, point-of-attack burst and defensive tools. Teams believe the Sacramento Kings will be hoping to find a partner that will make a big offer for the No. 1. For example, if a player was the first pick on a publications mock draft, he received 60 points. Scouts are hoping for a chance to evaluate Shaedon Sharpe, who was recently deemed eligible for the draft after enrolling early at Kentucky and spending the last few months just practicing. Please check your email for a confirmation. Houston Rockets (via Bucks):Marcus Sasser (Houston, PG, Senior). He should move up if he continues to produce against pros and former draft picks/college standouts. Milwaukee Bucks:DaRon Holmes II (Dayton, PF/C, Sophomore). Detroit Pistons: Keegan Murray (Iowa, F, Sophomore). 3. It's still extremely uncommon to see a guard-wing type generate first-round attention after averaging just 11.5 points per 40 minutes. Since lottery night, the assumption around the NBA has been that Orlando will take Smith. Sacramento Kings:Eric Gaines (UAB, PG, Freshman). 46. Updated NBA mock draft after first impressions https://t.co/GrORX6nErZ, Jonathan Wasserman (@NBADraftWass) November 23, 2022, 1. 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. But he also buried a combined four three-pointers, a notable development for a point-forward with translatable, impact passing and defensive instincts. He's currently in a brutal slump that's exposed questions about his shooting and finishing (44.6 percent at rim, zero made floaters). Miami Heat: Jaden Hardy (G League Ignite, SG, 2003), 28. The threes and isolation moves into dribble jumpers continue to be persuasive for a 6'10" freshman at his age and floor. Jones hasnt made a three-pointer yet, but Swiss Army knife-numbers (13.3 points, 6.7 assists, 5.0 rebounds, 2.0 steals, 1.7 blocks) could look enticing for a versatility specialty role. The San Antonio Spurs could find Keegan Murray's versatility, improvement/production and fit too enticing in the late lottery. Henderson has made strides with his shooting and leadership as a floor general this season. NOTE: These rankings reflect the composite score to get a feel for the overall consensus, not HoopsHypes opinion. Smith doesnt have Scoot Hendersons burst or bounce. Minnesota Timberwolves:Tari Eason (LSU, PF, Sophomore), 20. As the scout alluded to, Thompson shot 25 percent from beyond the arc this season. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. 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.. 13, No. Toronto Raptors (via Pistons): Bryce McGowens (Nebraska, SG, Freshman), 34. Sacramento Kings (via Pacers):Baylor Scheierman (Creighton, SF, Senior). Jarace Walker enters the Top 10. Eventually, Proctors shot-making confidence should kick in to pair with his ball-handling, vision and decision-making for facilitating. Mathurin has seemingly locked himself in to the top eight. Best rank: 6 (ESPN, Athletic, Yahoo) Worst rank: 12. NDiaye should be on NBA radars after making noise at the U18 African Championship, where the 611, 18-year-old project was launching 8.8 threes per game and flashing unique shooting versatility for a big. Nembhard is also a candidate to be one of the last players taken in the 20s. Sacramento Kings: Kendall Brown (Baylor, SF, Freshman), 38. Even the Orlando Magic are still doing homework before deciding on their No. 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. An Ivey-De'Aaron Fox pairing figures to give the Kings a more exciting feel no matter. It's worth watching how the first few years of his career go if he lands with a playoff team rather than a rebuilding one such as the Oklahoma City Thunder. They are still in guess mode trying to predict who'll go first between Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero. Holmgren has also been linked to the Thunder at No. 1 pick. Chicago Bulls: Ismael Kamagate (Paris Basketball, C, 2001), 28. 1 team with a skill set and strengths that the NBA values. With 14 threes in four games, Murrell possesses the shot-making skill that needy shooting teams could seek out in the second round. He should enter next year as a potential first-rounder because of his 6-foot-10 frame and floor . He's cooled off over the past two weeks, although that seemed inevitable after his start. The Orlando Magic could enter next season focused on building around Jalen Suggs, Cole Anthony, Franz Wagner and Jabari Smith. He has sleeper potential after measuring 6'7" in shoes and shooting over 38.0 percent from three in consecutive years overseas. 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. New Orleans Pelicans (via Jazz): Hugo Besson (New Zealand Breakers, SG, 2001), 53. NBA Mock Draft: After Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson, Brandon Miller is pushing Amen and Ausar Thompson for the No. 55. Memphis Grizzlies: Kennedy Chandler (Tennessee, PG, Freshman), 30. He's shooting 44.1 percent off the dribble, 40.5 percent off the catch, 56.7 percent on floaters/runners and 72.0 percent at the rim. And he's totaled 88 assists to 33 turnovers, looking comfortable and willing in a facilitator/passer role. The first of the two includes the Thunder trading up to first overall by sending the Orlando Magic the second and 12th pick in exchange . The drafts projected young prospect, GG Jackson has been productive early for South Carolina, averaging 16.2 points and 8.0 rebounds with seven threes in five games.Shooting, athletic finishes and energy plays have been behind Jacksons scoring. The Indiana Pacers, Portland Trail Blazers, Washington Wizards and New York Knicks have been mentioned as interested parties. He's still the nation's fifth-leading scorer while averaging a combined 3.5 steals and blocks. And with an 80 wingspan, difficult finishing angles become easy, drop-in baskets. New York Knicks:Marjon Beauchamp (G League Ignite, SF, 2001), 12. However, there is a difference in the floor scenarios for those franchises. 20. Chicago Bulls (via Nuggets):Forfeited, 56. 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