Paul’s 2023 Big Board 3.0 Top 100 (5/1)

We have entered the glorious time of the year where the NBA Draft comes into full swing as the NCAA season and NBA regular season have both concluded. It’s worth noting that players who are juniors or older have the 5th year eligibility that the NCAA granted them due to the COVID limitations during the 2020-21 season. We’ve seen several big names already decide to use that extra year of eligibility and either return to school or transfer elsewhere. On the NBA Draft circuit we have seen many big names enter the draft, some planning to go all in, and others just testing the draft process.

Players had until April 24 to declare for the NBA Draft, so the full slate of guys who will at least test the process are out. The ones who are just testing will have until May 31 (10 days after the combine’s completion) to decide whether they’ll return to school or stay in the draft. The NBA Draft Combine will take place from May 15-21 while the NBA Draft Lottery will be held on May 16. The Pistons, Spurs, and Rockets lead the way with the top likelihood at landing the first pick at 14% each. They’ll be followed by Hornets at 12.5%, Blazers at 10.5%, Magic at 9%, Wizards and Pacers at 6.8%, and so on. Of course the grand prize this year will be French big man Victor Wembanyama who is seen as a generational talent and the most hyped prospect since LeBron James in 2003. This will all lead up to the 2023 NBA Draft taking place on June 22.

So as we do, here is my current top 100 NBA Draft big board, packed with my list of each prospect, where they rank, and write-ups on each player. Hope you enjoy and as always this is my personal opinion and solely my own. This is based off of research of draft stocks and my personal analysis on every prospect and how I view their game.

Top Players Returning to College

Max Abmas
Oral Roberts (Senior) – Transferring to: Texas
PG | 6’0 | 174 lbs
22-23 Stats: 21.9 pts, 4.4 reb, 4 ast, 37.3% 3P

Two years removed from his breakout tournament performance, Abmas will head back to school for his 5th year, joining his hometown Longhorns.

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Armando Bacot
North Carolina (Senior)
PF/C | 6’11 | 235 lbs
22-23 Stats: 15.9 pts, 10.4 reb, 1.4 ast, 1 blk

After a let down year, Bacot will use his extra year to return to UNC and rack up some more NIL dollars.

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Donovan Clingan
UConn (Freshman)
C | 7’2 | 265 lbs
22-23 Stats: 6.9 pts, 5.6 reb, 1.8 blk, 65.5% FG

Clingan will return to the Huskies looking to have a breakout sophomore year and become a 2024 1st rounder.

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Hunter Dickinson
Michigan (Junior) – Transfer Portal
C | 7’1 | 260 lbs
22-23 Stats: 18.5 pts, 9 reb, 1.8 blk, 42.1% 3P

As the most highly sought after player in the transfer portal, Dickinson is attracting interest from Kentucky, Kansas, and more for next year.

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Kyle Filipowski
Duke (Freshman)
C | 7’0 | 230 lbs
22-23 Stats: 15.1 pts, 8.9 reb, 1.6 ast, 1.3 stl

What at first seemed as a bit of a surprise made more sense when news broke that Filipowski underwent surgery. He elevates Duke to an early preseason #1.

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Bryce Hopkins
Providence (Sophomore)
SF | 6’7 | 220 lbs
22-23 Stats: 15.8 pts, 8.5 reb, 2.3 ast, 36.4% 3P

Despite the exit of Ed Cooley, Hopkins will rejoin Kim English and the Friars where he’s coming off of a breakout sophomore year.

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Tyler Kolek
Marquette (Junior)
PG | 6’3 | 190 lbs
22-23 Stats: 12.9 pts, 7.5 ast, 4.1 reb, 1.8 stl

The Big East Player of the Year will head back to Shaka and Marquette looking to avenge what seemed like a sour ending to what was such a great year.

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Caleb Love
North Carolina (Junior) – Transferring to: Michigan
SG | 6’4 | 200 lbs
22-23 Stats: 16.7 pts, 3.7 reb, 2.8 ast, 1.1 stl

The anomaly that is Caleb Love will be enjoying a change of scenery, joining the Wolverines with two years of eligibility left.

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Justin Moore
Villanova (Senior)
SG | 6’4 | 215 lbs
22-23 Stats: 13.5 pts, 3.5 reb, 3.2 ast, 34.1% 3P

Moore has been one of the Wildcats’ key pieces and will use his fifth year to run it back one last time at Nova.

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Ryan Nembhard
Creighton (Sophomore) – Transferring to: Gonzaga
PG | 6’0 | 170 lbs
22-23 Stats: 12.1 pts, 4.8 ast, 4 reb, 35.6% 3P

Similar to his brother Andrew, Ryan will be transferring in to Gonzaga in a year that will see a lot of turn around for the Zags.

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Tyrese Proctor
Duke (Freshman)
PG | 6’5 | 175 lbs
22-23 Stats: 9.4 pts, 3.3 ast, 3.1 reb, 0.6 stl

Proctor is a talented playmaker who definitely needed the extra year for his draft stock, he’ll be an early lottery favorite for 2024.

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Baylor Scheierman
Creighton (Senior)
SF | 6’7 | 205 lbs
22-23 Stats: 12.8 pts, 8.3 reb, 3.3 ast, 36.4% 3P

As a fringe 2nd round prospect, Scheierman will use his fifth year to make a run with the Bluejays and build a resume for 2024.

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J.J. Starling
Notre Dame (Freshman) – Transferring to: Syracuse
PG | 6’4 | 200 lbs
22-23 Stats: 11.2 pts, 2.8 reb, 1.1 ast, 0.7 stl

One of the top recruits in the nation, Starling will be Mike Brey’s final big recruit as he looks now to join Adrian Autry in his first year at the helm for the Orange.

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Tyson Walker
Michigan State (Senior)
PG | 6’1 | 180 lbs
22-23 Stats: 14.8 pts, 2.9 ast, 2.5 reb, 41.5% 3P

Walker became a reliable knockdown shooter and will use his fifth year in East Lansing and prep for the 2024 draft.

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Kel’el Ware
Oregon (Freshman) – Transferring to: Indiana
C | 7’0 | 210 lbs
22-23 Stats: 6.6 pts, 4.1 reb, 1.3 blk, 45.7% FG

Ware was a 5-star recruit that just couldn’t see any consistency in his year at Oregon. He’ll join Indiana where he’ll look to be the successor to Trayce Jackson-Davis in the frontcourt.

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TOP 100

-LOTTERY-

Wemby is the clear cut favorite to be the first pick and it isn’t relatively close. As a 7’4 playmaker, who can shoot, handle the ball, block shots, and more, he has the makings to be a generational talent.

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A lot of negativity has surrounded Miller over the past couple of months, but there’s no doubt he has established himself as the best college option in the draft. Miller can score at will with a poise and potential to be a good defender as well.

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Scoot’s athleticism and IQ remains the peak of the class, but his year in the G-League was very inconsistent. Playing against some NBA competition definitely is a cause, but it’s fair to think Miller has surpassed him in the ranks.

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The slightly more sought after out of the Thompson twins, Amen joined his brother to skip college and play in the Overtime Elite circuit. He’s smooth as a tall PG, with effortless passing skills and the ability to play above the rim with his athleticism.

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Although he has most of the same skills as his brother – unlike Amen – Ausar is more of an attacker of the basket, utilizing his athleticism on offense. He can still pass and control the tempo but will be seen as more of a two guard in the league.

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Although the second half of his freshman year was inconsistent, Black still remains one of the best playmakers in the draft and a for sure 1st round pick for me. He’s got size and incredible IQ to be a very solid two-way player in the league.

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In a class of freshman that remained inconsistent, Dick was one of the best in the nation as the Jayhawks best supporting piece to Jalen Wilson. He can spread the floor at 6’8, create off of the dribble, and spot up shoot at a high clip.

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Walker’s tenacity and defensive presence for one of the top teams in the country didn’t go unnoticed. He provides a big presence in the paint that gives me Isaiah Stewart comps.

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Playing under Kyle Neptune in the first year of the post-Jay Wright era, Whitmore shined as the star freshman for the Wildcats. He can score, defend, and play both on and off the ball which will make him an easy top 10 pick, potentially becoming a top 5 pick.

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He wasn’t one of the most highly regarded freshmen during the pre-season, but Hendricks attracted scouts’ attention with his slick athleticism and ability to play in the interior and stretch the floor at 6’9. He’s on a quick rise that can move him into the top 5 with a good combine.

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Hawkins was the key supporting piece outside of Adama Sanogo that led the Huskies to the National Championship. In my books, he may be the best pure scorer in the draft with a smooth jumper and NBA skill set that can lead to him becoming a 20+ ppg guy in the league.

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Throughout a very inconsistent year for Kentucky, Wallace shined as the key playmaker for the squad. Cason is a pure PG, with a high basketball IQ, a pass first mindset, and a tremendous on-ball defender. He’ll be an easy lottery pick to develop into a team’s floor general.

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Although the Pepperdine tag doesn’t seem extremely enticing, Lewis’ breakout sophomore year showed that his strengths can result in NBA talent. He’s an elusive scorer but will need to work on developing his defense, an attribute that may let him slip a little in the 1st round.

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Hood-Schifino saw a quick rise in his draft stock after a very solid second half, giving a lot of promise on the offensive end as a ball handler and shot creator. This is a very high ranking, as the combine will probably make or break his fringe lottery to late 1st round selection.

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-Mid-To-Late 1st Round-

After becoming a top 10 recruit in the HS class of 2023, Jackson re-classified and will be the youngest player in the draft, not turning 19 until mid-season. He has a lot of promise and great size but is still very raw and will need to be seen as a project with a bunch of upside.

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Similar to his brother, Kris had a breakout season after seeing his role increase for the Hawkeyes. He’s a great shot creator and will be a solid rebounder, although he’s a little more streaky than his brother which will lead him to fall to the mid-1st round.

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The offensive talent has always been there, and after he decided to return to school for his sophomore year, Smith developed a promising defensive game too. His splits weren’t out of this world at 38/33.6/70.1 but he’ll only be turning 20 mid-season, and his potential will attract teams to work on him for a couple of years.

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Surrounded by a couple of upperclassmen in L.J. Cryer and Adam Flagler, George benefited from scoring around the perimeter. He’s one of the best pure shooters in the class, and should see his 3-point scoring develop in the NBA.

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In a year full of let downs for the Wolverines, Howard was one of their bright spots as a dynamic point forward. Son of Michigan HC and NBA vet Juwan Howard, Jett was one of the most efficient scoring freshmen with a high 3 point clip and ability to play above the rim.

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Smith was one of the class’s top freshmen, but his one-and-done year was plagued by injuries and a terrible second half for the Hogs. Still he has size, quickness, and talent and should still be a 1st round pick.

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Rupert hasn’t had the flashiest season in the NBL, but his defensive tenacity is keeping a lot of scouts’ eyes glued to him. He can play the 1, 2, or 3 and an improved shooting clip can be the dealbreaker on being a 1st round pick.

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One of the most consistent and least talked about upper-classmen in the nation, Jones was the lead scorer for the Musketeers. He has the perfect NBA size with the ability to shoot, rebound, and stretch the floor. He’s a fringe first round prospect who I am really high on.

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Sensabaugh bursted onto the scene due to his knockdown three-point shooting, as he looks to be one of the best 3-and-D options in the draft. He’s keeping his eligibility open but a good combine should keep him as a 1st round prospect.

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Despite being the nation’s #1 incoming freshmen, Lively had to claw his way back into being a 1st round talent. He’s all set to go all-in on the draft process, and his size and incredible talent will be the leading reason he gets selected, not his one year at Duke.

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Tubelis is an all-around talented scorer, with an efficient jumper and post game while shooting 57% from the field and scoring nearly 20 ppg. He’s not overly athletic but his instincts on offense are 1st round worthy, giving me a Bojan Bogdanovic pro comparison.

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Clowney has gone from unranked to top 10 and back down to late 1st on my big boards, so clearly I’ve had a tough time making a decision on him. He’s an athletic big with established defensive skills and promise on offense that will see him land somewhere in the 1st round.

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Along with Lively, Whitehead was the other Duke top 10 recruit that underperformed throughout the season. His one saving grace was his efficient clip from three. Mixed with his athletic promise, it should still land him a 1st round selection.

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Across the European circuit often we see young and talented prospects struggle to gain minutes, and that’s simply the case for Nnaji. He has the tenacity and athleticism to dominate on the pick and roll and be a solid big in the NBA. Even if he’s taken in the 1st round he may take some time to come over.

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Wilson was one of the nation’s best scorers all year long, leading the way for the Jayhawks and gaining some NPOY recognition in the process. Scoring will not be the issue, the question more surrounds his size, true position, and defensive potential.

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After transferring from Texas Tech, McCullar thrusted his underrated game into a bigger stage in the Big 12. Whether he decides to come out or use his 5th year, he’ll have no problem latching onto a career in the NBA, as he can shoot, defend, and gives 110% at all times.

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-2nd Round-

Kobe was a late season riser on draft boards, cultivating a potential 1st round resume with his combo guard skills. He’s quick, explosive, and a very solid talent on both offense and defense.

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Sasser has been the veteran leader for the Cougars over the past two seasons as they’ve seen one of the best runs in program history. Now ready to go all in to the pros, Marcus is a skilled on-ball defender, solid shot maker, and mature as he will enter his rookie year at 23.

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Jaquez has been one of the consistent driving forces on offense for the Bruins throughout his four-year career. His quick hands have made him a plus defender as he should be looking at an early 2nd round selection.

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Yes his teammate was the talk of the tourney, but Keyontae was the driving force for the Wildcats in what turned into a renaissance season for the program and first year coach Jerome Tang. After collapsing mid-game in 2020, Johnson has fought his way back to being a legitimate late 1st/early 2nd round prospect. Should go somewhere in the 25-40 range.

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After four magnificent years as a Hoosier, TJD is ready to go all in on the pro route. His skills are NBA level, but the thing that separates him from 1st rounders, in my opinion, is his 3-point inability. Regardless I’d be shocked to see him fall too far past the 40’s.

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Strawther is a knockdown shooter, looking to be one of the most consistent 3-point shooters in the entire draft. He’s got good size and skill to be a solid player in a team’s second unit.

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As a transfer from Wichita State, Council meshed immediately with the talented plethora of guards the Razorbacks had this year. Leading the way in scoring, Ricky is all set to take the pro route, and his size and two-way potential is an easy 2nd round selection.

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Rutgers had yet another solid year and a lot had to do with their talented rim protector. Omoruyi isn’t an amazing scorer outside of 10 feet, but his shot blocking and high IQ in the paint can lead to a solid NBA career as a backup big.

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He’s definitely a raw talent, but Cissoko’s potential has had some scouts anticipating him being taken in the 1st round. He’s a great passer for his size, while being able to shoot and very solid athleticism to play above the rim.

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After shining as a High Schooler in Canada, Miller opted to go the G-League route over offers from Kentucky and more. He averaged 17/10 with a high efficiency from the field, and he remains a prospect that I can see jump into the 1st round discussion with a great combine.

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Alexander played alongside Ryan Nembhard in a backcourt that shined all year for the Bluejays. He’s an elusive scorer and a knock down 3-point shooter, but the rest of his game needs to be identified – probably through another year at school.

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Playing alongside Victor Wembanyama for Met92, Bilal has shown NBA promise at his young age of 18 (one that he looks every bit of). He’s quick and could develop into a solid combo guard, but it will take time and a team willing to take on the project.

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After re-classifying to the class of 2021, Bates joined Memphis as a 5-star recruit, where he saw little success and jumped to his hometown Eastern Michigan for his sophomore year. Everyone knows how talented of a scorer he is and his insanely high ceiling, but his inconsistency at a mid-major level drew some concern. Regardless an early to mid 2nd round selection should be as far as Emoni will fall.

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I’ve been speaking highly of Terrence over the last three drafts, and after playing his senior year at Illinois, he’s ready to go all in on the pro route. Shannon is a gamer, plain and simple, he’s a dynamic defender on and off of the ball, while shooting 45/34/79 splits for his college career. He’ll be a 2nd rounder, but he will be a steal at that.

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The last of the three 2022 Arkansas 5-star freshmen, Walsh will test the draft waters with the option to return to school. His offensive game needs to improve to become a 1st round pick, although his defense is already at the pro level.

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Throughout a great four-year career, Wong helped bring Miami to the Final Four for the first time in program history. He’s now ready to go all in on the draft, and should be a viable and mature 2nd round option as a great ball handler and floor general.

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As a 4-star recruit, Podziemski didn’t see much time at Illinois and joined Santa Clara where he won co-WCC Player of the Year. He’s a great scorer, shooter, and rebounder for his size and many scouts anticipate a good combine potentially leading him to be a 1st round prospect.

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Breaking out for the Flyers in his sophomore season, Holmes has legitimate size and skill set to be an NBA big. It may come as a bit of a task to raise up draft boards, but DaRon should see himself climb into early 2nd round mocks with a developed jumper.

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Mitchell is the typical Texas big; long, athletic, and can disrupt the offense in the post. He had a lot left to be desired though in his freshman campaign and another year at school could benefit the promising young big man.

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Jackson rose up draft charts late with his elusiveness, size, and ability to handle the ball at a high level. He’s not really much more than a 2nd round pick, but with Hawkins and Sanogo potentially leaving, Andre could have a much bigger role in his senior year for the Huskies.

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Playing for Mega Bemax since he was 15, Durisic has been a starter and relied upon piece for the famed Serbian club. He can score and has a high IQ that can easily rise him up draft boards into early 2nd round conversations.

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As a 5-star freshman, Bailey had a much more solid second half which saw his shooting numbers rise to where scouts expected them to be. He’ll go all in on the draft and a good combine can make or break him being a true draft pick in the 2nd round.

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As one of the most dominant bigs in the country, there were very few that could keep up with this matchup nightmare. Kalkbrenner will test the draft but most likely return to the Bluejays where he can continue to raise his draft stock.

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Cryer has been through a lot in his time at Baylor, including the National Championship in his freshman season. While entering the transfer portal, L.J. will also test the draft out while set to join Houston with two years of eligibility left.

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Mintz is an intriguing prospect with great two-way talent and a very solid playmaker as well as scorer. A lot is riding on Judah’s decision on the draft for Syracuse, as a decision to return to school will team him up with J.J. Starling in the first year of the Autry era.

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As dominant as it gets, Sanogo was the best big man in CBB all throughout his championship run with the Huskies this season. He’ll look to test the draft waters, while a newly developed three point shot helps his chances at being an NBA prospect. The question is will he run it back or opt to start his pro career? It’s really a 50/50 choice in my book.

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As one of CBB’s best players over the past couple of years, Timme has finished up his four years for the Zags and is set to head to the league. There’s a lot of more athletic options but Timme’s high IQ and great post moves will land him a 2nd round selection.

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Playing alongside score-first wing Jaime Jaquez, Clark has been the defensive specialist for the Bruins. He can also step out and hit the three but with Jaquez and Bailey both leaving, he can see a large role in his senior year if he heads back.

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-UNDRAFTED: 2-WAY CONTRACT CANDIDATES-

As the top freshman for the Volunteers, Phillips had a very up and down and inconsistent year that saw him lose time. It seems like his best bet is to go back, as his talent is 1st round potential with a big year in his sophomore season.

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Toppin broke out with a highly increased role this year for the Wildcats, showing great potential on both ends. We know the athleticism runs in his family, and after graduating this May, Jacob should see himself taken in the 2nd round with a solid combine.

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As one of a few 90’s babies on this list, Sherfield led the way for the struggling Sooners after two years at Nevada and a year at Wichita State. He’ll be 24 by the time the ’23-’24 season begins, and I think he’ll be one of the top guys to sign an undrafted two-way right after the draft ends.

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The 2022 NPOY followed up his dominant junior season with yet another great one. Tshiebwe is a rebounding and rim protecting machine, who only at 6’9 hasn’t garnered a ton of NBA interest, although I do think he will be a 2nd round pick and NBA G-League development.

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As a 7’0 crafty big, Vukcevic has drawn a bunch of NBA interest since last season. Although his numbers aren’t amazing for KK Partizan, he has an NBA skillset as a great rebounder and ability to become a knock down 3-point shooter. Potentially a Luke Kornet type role player.

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Flagler is a bit undersized but remains a strong combo guard with a ton of proven dominance throughout his four years for the Bears. A good combine could establish him as a 2nd round pick, but at the very least he should snag a two-way contract if he goes undrafted.

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Brother of NBA vet Larry Nance Jr., Pete had a great four-year career at Northwestern before deciding to use his 5th year for the Tar Heels. He had a very up and down season, which was on par to UNC’s performance in 2023. He’ll definitely attract some interest due to his skillset and NBA lineage.

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N’Diaye is a very intriguing prospect, and one that I saw as a 1st round talent not too long ago. A lot of other names have shown more movement which is why he fell, but a good combine showcasing his size and 3-point stroke can make him rise yet again.

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Bona was a 32 game starter in his freshman season for the Bruins and did the dirty work that complimented Jaquez, Bailey, and Clark’s scoring. Another year can benefit him a lot as he’s not seen as much more than a late 2nd round prospect.

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Davis wrapped up an incredible 5 year career for Detroit that brought him just 3 points short of becoming D1’s all time leading scorer. I don’t care that Davis will have the mid-major stamp on him, shooting 37.5% from three and averaging 25.4 pts for your career as a D1 basketball player deserves a chance in the NBA.

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Davis followed up a great 3 year run at SMU with a dynamic season for the Tigers in his extra year of eligibility. He is a bit undersized which doesn’t help his chances, but his scoring, playmaking, and defensive capabilities aren’t going to go overlooked with undrafted two-way deals.

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Kinsey has been in and out of draft boards over the past few years, deciding to return to school to wrap up a dominant five year career for the Herd. He’s a great athlete with established shooting skills and should be either a late 2nd round pick or an undrafted two-way contract addition.

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Jumping into a starting role for the first time as a junior, Hawkins developed into a solid rim protector with ability to play on and off the ball. He isn’t too much of a draft prospect yet, and he may need to use his last two years of eligibility to build up a better resume.

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One of the few players to burst onto the scene from the tournament, Slawson has put together a solid five-year career for Furman. He took a big step from his junior to senior year, and has proven himself as a consistent scorer and low post presence. He should definitely get a two-way contract look after the draft.

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Marquette was one of the hottest teams in the country down the stretch, and was able to do it without too many big time prospects. Prosper was the supporting piece around Big East POY Tyler Kolek, and most anticipate he will return for his senior year to a mostly returning roster.

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Beekman had a breakout year leading the charge for the defensive juggernaut Tony Bennett runs year after year. It probably won’t be the year he stays in the draft and returning for his senior season without Kihei Clark in the mix should give Reece a bigger role.

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As a former top 100 recruit, Gueye had a very good year showing his shot blocking and post skills for the struggling Cougars. It honestly wouldn’t be a total shock if he decided to stay in the draft and go pro, but returning and transferring also is on the table.

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Brown was the star of a squad that shocked a lot of SEC fans, finishing ranked 23 in the country. He’s started all but four games over the past four years for the Tigers, and although he has never really been much of a draft prospect, his shooting splits, size, and rebounding ability make him a player to watch rise a ton. He’ll be higher than 76 after the combine that’s for sure.

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After an impressive freshman year for Virginia Tech, Nolley jumped to Memphis where he struggled for two years before heading to the Bearcats. He followed up with his best season in his senior year, as an improved scorer with 45/42/70 splits. This is probably his best chance of getting drafted and I’d be shocked if Landers uses his fifth year of eligibility.

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Although they saw themselves ranked for the majority of the season, the key pieces on FAU didn’t hit the limelight until their Final Four run. Martin is a solid combo guard with great rebounding skills for his size. He’ll test the draft but most likely return to the Owls for his senior year and a run at the National Championship.

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Davis was the supporting pieces behind Martin on FAU, averaging nearly identical numbers but being more of a pest on the defensive end. He’s much more of a legitimate two with his size, but I think he will be more of a 2024 prospect if he returns for his senior year.

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Burton has been one of the best mid-major talents over the last several years, with solid size to be a legitimate wing in the NBA. He’s testing the waters but returning for a 5th year, whether it’s at Richmond or as a transfer, seems most likely.

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-UNDRAFTED: TRAINING CAMP OPTIONS-

It’s not too often that the NPOY is ranked this far down on draft boards, but Edey immensely benefited from being a matchup nightmare and has a long way to go before he’s a real NBA prospect. He may decide to stay in the draft but to me he’s not much different than a Sim Bhullar or Mamadou N’Diaye.

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Peterson stepped up big time in his fifth year for the Trojans, lighting it up from three and showing he’s a solid rebounder as a 6’9 guard. He’s probably not much of a draft pick as of now, but will without a doubt get training camp looks for the summer league.

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Livingston was one of Kentucky’s highly sought after freshmen, and after a slow start he developed into a solid slasher in the second half. It would be a shock if he doesn’t return to school, and even with the plethora of freshmen they have coming in, his game needs to develop in every facet.

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As the engine for the Orange over his four-year career, Girard is set to graduate, test the draft, and look to spend his 5th year elsewhere, all in the same summer. He most likely returns to school, unless he can get some type of definite clarity he’ll be in a training camp or play overseas.

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After emerging in the ’19-’20 season as Drake’s star big man, Robbins spent a year at Minnesota and his last two with Vanderbilt. He finally got back to his old form in his fifth year, and will be an Exhibit 10 option as a rim protector who can step out and hit the three.

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He’s a little undersized as a two guard but Miles’ versatility on the offensive end will give him a running chance at making a roster. He most likely won’t get drafted but he will be a hot commodity for Exhibit 10 deals.

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Pickett is a crafty and gutsy combo guard that does a little bit of everything well. He can definitely be a slasher in the NBA, but will most likely work his way through the G-League to get there.

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Lundy came on very late as an intriguing prospect that can develop into a 3-and-D talent at the NBA level. He’s low now but I anticipate him jumping closer to a 2nd round pick as time goes on.

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Having a big that can stretch the floor is the name of the game, and da Silva has developed right into that. He’s an efficient three-point shooter and is smooth off the dribble, although he doesn’t have much of a low post game for a 6’9 wing. He’s sitting in the undrafted range now, but the combine should be deciding if he returns to school or goes all in on his pro career.

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His two-way talent is there but James is a bit undersized and a streaky scorer to be looked at as a real prospect. He definitely may stay in the draft, but will need to develop in the G-League a bit for the first few years.

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Miller’s craftiness on the offensive end and knockdown shooting is what anchored the Hurricanes alongside Isaiah Wong in the backcourt. He’ll definitely get plenty of undrafted training camp looks, and may become more of a 2nd round prospect after the combine.

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Throughout his college career, Quinerly hasn’t done a whole lot of development as we still see the same strengths and weaknesses as we saw when he started at Villanova. He’s keeping his fifth year option open, and will look to transfer if he doesn’t stay in the draft. It’s worth noting he’d be a 25 year old senior if he returns to school.

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He was obviously the talk of the tournament, but Nowell’s tenure in Manhattan, KS is one that will most likely see his number in the rafters. He’s a bit of a streaky shooter, but a great passer, good defender and has quick instincts to jump in the passing lanes. It’ll be a tough road to make it at 5’8 but teams will definitely give him a shot.

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As a highly sought after recruit, Bediako has gotten overlooked as a go-to option with all of the star power the Crimson Tide have had. He’ll definitely need to develop more in school, and will need to work on his offensive game to become a better prospect.

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Hunter’s shooting splits have seen him fall on some draft boards and will need to develop further to become more of a prospect. With Max Abmas set to join the Longhorns, he, Hunter and Sir’Jabari Rice could make up one of the deepest backcourts in the country.

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Collins has become one of the nation’s best floor generals, leading all of college hoops in assists by a wide margin this year. He won’t get drafted but teams will take a look at him for training camp rosters and G-League development.

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Kaluma was a highly anticipated top 100 recruit that hasn’t performed up to par with his hype. He’ll test the draft and some think it’s a 50/50 chance for him to return to school or stay in the draft. He’ll be a developmental piece if he stays in.

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Baugh was the floor general for a tough and gritty Horned Frogs team that stayed ranked for the majority of the season. He’ll test the draft but isn’t the most eye popping and athletic guard in the class.

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As a 7’5 monster, Sharp jumped from community college to the Hilltoppers where he led the nation in blocks. He’ll test the draft but most likely return for his extra year and join Ole Miss and new HC Chris Beard.

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Although his numbers don’t pop out on paper, Klintman has attracted some hype with his size and ability to spread the floor from three. He could be a quick riser, but also a raw talent that may benefit from a bigger role in his sophomore year.