Paul’s 2024 Big Board/Mock Draft 1.0 (1/18)

Nikola Topić
PG RK: #1, OVR RK: #3
KK Mega Bemax (Serbia)
6’6 | 200 lbs | DOB: 8-10-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 16.4 pts, 6.1 ast, 3.6 reb, 1 stl – ABA

Paul’s Notes:
– Classic European playmaker with high IQ, passing skills, and great size as a primary ball handler
– Currently out several weeks with knee injury

Isaiah Collier
PG RK: #2, OVR RK: #4
USC (Freshman)
6’5 | 210 lbs | DOB: 10-8-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 15.4 pts, 5.1 ast, 2.6 reb, 1.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– #1 ranked recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Great NBA potential as a scorer. Needs to improve in passing and efficiency from the field.

Stephon Castle
PG RK: #3, OVR RK: #8
UConn (Freshman)
6’6 | 215 lbs | DOB: 11-1-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 10.1 pts, 4.7 reb, 3.8 ast, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– #12 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– The main attraction for scouts is his defensive capabilities and potential as a point forward

Rob Dillingham
PG RK: #4, OVR RK: #18
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’3 | 176 lbs | DOB: 1-4-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 14.4 pts, 4.1 ast, 3.3 reb, 42.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– #15 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has shown incredible capability as a three point sniper and all-around scorer

Carlton Carrington
PG RK: #5, OVR RK: #22
Pittsburgh (Freshman)
6’5 | 190 lbs | DOB: 7-21-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 13.5 pts, 5.3 reb, 4.6 ast, 0.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Non top 100 freshman
– He’s a good playmaker and efficient scorer but may be on a free fall after his hot start went cold

D.J. Wagner
PG RK: #6, OVR RK: #23
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’4 | 192 lbs | DOB: 5-4-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 12.8 pts, 3.5 ast, 2.1 reb, 1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– #4 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has fallen a bit on draft boards but still remains a lottery talent as a ball handler and scorer

Tyler Kolek
PG RK: #7, OVR RK: #27
Marquette (Senior)
6’3 | 195 lbs | DOB: 3-27-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 14.2 pts, 6.6 ast, 5.1 reb, 1.8 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– The reigning Big East Player of the Year
– High IQ/pass first playmaker who can hit the three

Tyrese Proctor
PG RK: #8, OVR RK: #33
Duke (Sophomore)
6’5 | 183 lbs | DOB: 4-1-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 9.6 pts, 4.2 ast, 2.5 reb, 34.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has been streaky with scoring efficiency and should be averaging more assists per game

Kylan Boswell
PG RK: #9, OVR RK: #39
Arizona (Sophomore)
6’2 | 200 lbs | DOB: 4-18-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 10.4 pts, 4 ast, 2.5 reb, 42% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A consistent early 2nd round talent as a great on-ball defender

Reece Beekman
PG RK: #10, OVR RK: #44
Virginia (Senior)
6’3 | 194 lbs | DOB: 10-8-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 12.7 pts, 5.9 ast, 3.1 reb, 2.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– 2023 ACC Defensive Player of the Year
– One of the best pure defenders in the draft, ceiling would be to rise into late 1st round

Caleb Love
PG RK: #11, OVR RK: #50
Arizona (Senior)
6’4 | 205 lbs | DOB: 9-27-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 18.3 pts, 5.1 reb, 3.1 ast, 33% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Transfer after 3 years at North Carolina
– Microwave level shot maker with questions around size and ability to run the point

Juan Núñez
PG RK: #12, OVR RK: #57
Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany)
6’3 | 180 lbs | DOB: 6-4-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 10.8 pts, 5.3 ast, 3.5 reb, 40% 3P – BBL/Cup

Paul’s Notes:
– A solid sized classic European point guard
– Looks like a 2nd round investment to come over to the NBA in 2025 or 2026

Max Abmas
PG RK: #13
Texas (Grad-Senior)
6’0 | 175 lbs | DOB: 4-2-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 18 pts, 4.4 ast, 2.8 reb, 41.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Grad transfer from Oral Roberts (school’s all-time leading scorer)
– Has always been an efficient scorer, but his size will make it tough in the NBA

Jahvon Quinerly
PG RK: #14
Memphis (Grad-Senior)
6’1 | 175 lbs | DOB: 11-25-98 (25)
23-24 Stats: 14.1 pts, 4.8 ast, 3.1 reb, 38.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Grad transfer from Alabama
– He’s an established score-first playmaker that will be an undrafted two-way option

Boo Buie
PG RK: #15
Northwestern (Grad-Senior)
6’2 | 180 lbs | DOB: 12-7-99 (24)
23-24 Stats: 18.3 pts, 4.9 ast, 3.4 reb, 1.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– May be a bit too small for the league, but his five year resume will get him G-League looks

Ja’Kobe Walter
SG RK: #1, OVR RK: #5
Baylor (Freshman)
6’5 | 195 lbs | DOB: 9-4-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 14.8 pts, 4.4 reb, 1.5 ast, 36.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– #8 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– An explosive wing with so much NBA potential on the offensive end

Justin Edwards
SG RK: #2, OVR RK: #9
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’8 | 203 lbs | DOB: 12-16-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 9.1 pts, 4.2 reb, 1 stl, 0.9 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– #3 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Questions about shot-making consistency could make him fall, although his ceiling is a two-way star

Reed Sheppard
SG RK: #3, OVR RK: #11
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’3 | 187 lbs | DOB: 6-24-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 12 pts, 4.5 reb, 4.1 ast, 2.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– #23 ranked 4-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has turned some heads early as a great two-way talent, making himself a real lottery prospect

Terrence Shannon Jr.
SG RK: #4, OVR RK: #17
Illinois (Grad-Senior)
6’6 | 225 lbs | DOB: 7-30-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 21.7 pts, 4.5 reb, 2.5 ast, 40.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– One of my longest recruited players on the list
– Magnificent two-way potential as a 3-and-D guy
– Currently away from the team with legal issues

Hunter Sallis
SG RK: #5, OVR RK: #21
Wake Forest (Junior)
6’5 | 185 lbs | DOB: 3-26-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 17.6 pts, 3.9 reb, 2.1 ast, 38.1% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Former 5-star Gonzaga transfer
– Coming into his own at Wake as the scorer he was projected to be out of HS

Jared McCain
SG RK: #6, OVR RK: #37
Duke (Freshman)
6’3 | 197 lbs | DOB: 2-20-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 11.7 pts, 4.1 reb, 1.7 ast, 42% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– #10 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has shown glimpses of speed and creativity but is more of a 2025 1st round talent

Trey Alexander
SG RK: #7, OVR RK: #38
Creighton (Junior)
6’4 | 190 lbs | DOB: 5-2-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 16.3 pts, 6.1 reb, 4.5 ast, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has a track record of shooting despite his numbers this year
– Needs to impress scouts more with NBA level speed

Wooga Poplar
SG RK: #8, OVR RK: #43
Miami (Junior)
6’5 | 197 lbs | DOB: 1-5-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 15.9 pts, 4.8 reb, 2.3 ast, 49.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has great skills defensively and has improved his shooting a ton this season
– Can be a late 1st/early 2nd riser

Antonio Reeves
SG RK: #9, OVR RK: #49
Kentucky (Senior)
6’6 | 195 lbs | DOB: 11-20-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 18.9 pts, 4.4 reb, 1.4 ast, 42.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A much improved player as the Wildcats go-to scorer

Kobe Johnson
SG RK: #10, OVR RK: #54
USC (Junior)
6’6 | 200 lbs | DOB: 1-15-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 11.5 pts, 4.7 reb, 3.6 ast, 2.2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has broke out in his junior year on both offense and defense
– Still creating a resume to be worth drafting

Riley Kugel
SG RK: #11, OVR RK: #56
Florida (Sophomore)
6’5 | 207 lbs | DOB: 11-30-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 11.6 pts, 3.9 reb, 1.6 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– #67 ranked recruit of 2022 (ESPN)
– Has become a much improved scorer in his sophomore year

Judah Mintz
SG RK: #12
Syracuse (Sophomore)
6’4 | 185 lbs | DOB: 7-10-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 18.4 pts, 3.8 ast, 3.2 reb, 2.2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Can beat you off the dribble and spot up to score at any point
– Developing into a 2nd round talent

Johnell Davis
SG RK: #13
Florida Atlantic (Senior)
6’4 | 203 lbs | DOB: 5-23-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 17.4 pts, 6.8 reb, 2.6 ast, 47.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Possesses great skill as a knockdown shooter and off-ball defender
– A very solid 2nd round option

Tristen Newton
SG RK: #14
UConn (Grad-Senior)
6’5 | 195 lbs | DOB: 4-26-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 14.8 pts, 6.5 reb, 6.1 ast, 1.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Will most likely be a PG at the higher level with his high IQ. Becoming a two-way talent

Kam Jones
SG RK: #15
Marquette (Junior)
6’5 | 200 lbs | DOB: 2-25-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 15.3 pts, 3.1 reb, 2.4 ast, 34.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Plays more like an undersized forward but can score at a high clip to be a training camp body

Ron Holland
SF RK: #1, OVR RK: #6
NBA G-League Ignite
6’8 | 206 lbs | DOB: 7-7-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 17.8 pts, 6.8 reb, 3 ast, 2.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– #2 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– His shooting needs improvement but his relentlessness to finish at the rim remains elite

Matas Buzelis
SF RK: #2, OVR RK: #7
NBA G-League Ignite
6’10 | 209 lbs | DOB: 10-13-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 12.7 pts, 6.7 reb, 1.8 blk, 1.4 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– #5 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Can play the 1 through 3 with great open floor ball handling and above the rim athleticism

Zaccharie Risacher
SF RK: #3, OVR RK: #10
J.L. Bourg-en-Bresse (France)
6’9 | 204 lbs | DOB: 4-8-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 11.2 pts, 3.6 reb, 1.1 ast, 47.5% 3P – Jeep Elite

Paul’s Notes:
– Has great size to guard many positions with a lethal and smooth jumper
– One of the more versatile players in the draft

Kevin McCullar Jr.
SF RK: #4, OVR RK: #16
Kansas (Grad-Senior)
6’7 | 212 lbs | DOB: 3-15-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 19.8 pts, 6.5 reb, 4.7 ast, 1.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has developed into a league ready two-way talent
– Sure fire 1st round pick

Alex Karaban
SF RK: #5, OVR RK: #26
UConn (Sophomore)
6’8 | 220 lbs | DOB: 11-11-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 15.4 pts, 5.8 reb, 1.7 ast, 41.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has become an intriguing prospect as a great driving scorer in increased minutes

Trentyn Flowers
SF RK: #6, OVR RK: #30
Adelaide 36ers (Australia)
6’8 | 190 lbs | DOB: 3-8-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 5.7 pts, 3.2 reb, 0.7 ast, 35.7% 3P – NBL

Paul’s Notes:
– #18 ranked 5-star former commit to Louisville
– He’s been a highly efficient shooter from the perimeter overseas with athleticism and skill

Dalton Knecht
SF RK: #7, OVR RK: #36
Tennessee (Senior)
6’6 | 204 lbs | DOB: 4-19-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 18.5 pts, 4.4 reb, 1.6 ast, 41.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Transfer from Northern Colorado
– His 3-point prowess is what will get him looks as a potential late first rounder

Melvin Ajinça
SF RK: #8, OVR RK: #40
Saint-Quentin (France)
6’8 | 210 lbs | DOB: 6-26-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 9.6 pts, 2.9 reb, 0.7 ast, 35% 3P – Jeep Elite

Paul’s Notes:
– Currently is an above average shooter with the size to develop more in the NBA

Dillon Mitchell
SF RK: #9, OVR RK: #48
Texas (Sophomore)
6’8 | 205 lbs | DOB: 10-3-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 11.1 pts, 8.8 reb, 1.8 ast, 1.3 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Has jump out of the gym athleticism and has seemed to put together a better shooting touch

Baylor Scheierman
SF RK: #10, OVR RK: #53
Creighton (Grad-Senior)
6’7 | 205 lbs | DOB: 9-26-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 18 pts, 8.3 reb, 3.9 ast, 36.9% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Is easily one of the nation’s best 3-point/rebounding threats
– Has size and skill to latch on in the NBA

Dillon Jones
SF RK: #11, OVR RK: #58
Weber State (Senior)
6’6 | 235 lbs | 10-29-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 19.3 pts, 9.8 reb, 4.9 ast, 1.8 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Was invited to last year’s combine and only got better
– Can be a scoring bench piece in the NBA

Harrison Ingram
SF RK: #12
North Carolina (Junior)
6’7 | 235 lbs | DOB: 11-27-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 12.7 pts, 7.8 reb, 1.5 stl, 40.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Former 5-star transfer from Stanford
– Has a much improved IQ while being a threat on both offense and defense

Arthur Kaluma
SF RK: #13
Kansas State (Junior)
6’7 | 225 lbs | DOB: 3-1-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 14.7 pts, 8 reb, 1.9 ast, 39.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Transfer from Creighton
– He’s a ball dominant scorer, but still will need to return to be more of a prospect in 2025

Matthew Cleveland
SF RK: #14
Miami (Junior)
6’7 | 208 lbs | DOB: 9-15-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 16.4 pts, 5.6 reb, 1.4 stl, 45.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Former top recruit and transfer from Florida State
– A consistent shooter that should translate well to the league

David Jones
SF RK: #15
Memphis (Senior)
6’6 | 210 lbs | DOB: 11-24-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 20.9 pts, 6.7 reb, 1.8 stl, 36.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Transfer from St. John’s
– Has broke out as a scoring threat and undersized rebounder in his senior year

Cody Williams
PF RK: #1, OVR RK: #2
Colorado (Freshman)
6’8 | 190 lbs | DOB: 11-20-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 9 GP, 14.1 pts, 3.4 reb, 40% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– #7 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has great footwork and touch around the paint, will need to develop more with his jumper

Tidjane Salaun
PF RK: #2, OVR RK: #12
Cholet Basket (France)
6’9 | 203 lbs | DOB: 8-10-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 8.8 pts, 3 reb, 1.2 stl, 38.1% 3P – Jeep Elite

Paul’s Notes:
– Although his numbers don’t blow anyone away, he has potential for explosion off the dribble with great size

Ryan Dunn
PF RK: #3, OVR RK: #14
Virginia (Sophomore)
6’8 | 216 lbs | DOB: 1-7-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 9.8 pts, 6.6 reb, 2.1 blk, 2.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Lengthy forward with incredible rim protecting and on-ball defense

Bobi Klintman
PF RK: #4, OVR RK: #19
Cairns Taipans (Australia)
6’10 | 225 lbs | DOB: 3-6-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 10.6 pts, 4.9 reb, 1.1 stl, 34.1% 3P – NBL

Paul’s Notes:
– Left Wake Forest for the pros
– Combo forward that can attack on the open floor, scoring off the dribble and shooting

Tyler Smith
PF RK: #5, OVR RK: #24
NBA G-League Ignite
6’11 | 224 lbs | DOB: 11-2-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 10.4 pts, 5.5 reb, 1.3 blk, 42.9% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s a huge stretch four with a smooth jumper but lacks skills on defense

Trevon Brazile
PF RK: #6, OVR RK: #29
Arkansas (Sophomore)
6’10 | 220 lbs | DOB: 1-7-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 9.6 pts, 6.7 reb, 1.4 blk, 36% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– His tenacity on defense and ability to stretch the floor has him rising fast

Izan Almansa
PF RK: #7, OVR RK: #32
NBA G-League Ignite
6’10 | 230 lbs | DOB: 6-7-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 14 pts, 8.5 reb, 1.1 ast, 0.6 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s a great rebounder and post presence but his offensive game is still a work in progress

Tristan da Silva
PF RK: #8, OVR RK: #35
Colorado (Senior)
6’9 | 220 lbs | DOB: 5-15-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 15.9 pts, 5.1 reb, 2.9 ast, 38.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has developed to be a true stretch the floor combo forward
– Could easily become a late 1st round pick

DaRon Holmes II
PF RK: #9, OVR RK: #42
Dayton (Junior)
6’10 | 235 lbs | DOB: 8-15-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 19.4 pts, 7.7 reb, 2.2 blk, 43.6% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He does a little bit of everything for the Flyers and has become an established NBA prospect

Grant Nelson
PF RK: #10, OVR RK: #47
Alabama (Senior)
6’11 | 230 lbs | DOB: 3-18-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 12.6 pts, 5.8 reb, 2.2 ast, 1.5 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Most mock drafts have looked past him, but his size and scoring prowess could get 2nd round looks

Berke Büyüktuncel
PF RK: #11, OVR RK: #51
UCLA (Freshman)
6’9 | 215 lbs | DOB: 9-2-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 6.5 pts, 3.4 reb, 0.9 ast, 0.5 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Knockdown 3-point shooter
– May need more development in college

Mark Mitchell
PF RK: #12
Duke (Sophomore)
6’9 | 232 lbs | DOB: 9-1-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 12.2 pts, 5.6 reb, 1.3 ast, 0.8 stl

Paul’s Notes:
–

Ousmane N’Diaye
PF RK: #13
Maristas Palencia (Spain)
6’11 | 210 lbs | DOB: 3-19-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 5 pts, 4.1 reb, 0.5 blk, 0.4 stl – ACB

Paul’s Notes:
– Will be a 2nd round project, as his defense and shot making need work

Clifford Omoruyi
PF RK: #14
Rutgers (Senior)
6’11 | 240 lbs | DOB: 10-11-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 9.9 pts, 9 reb, 3.4 blk, 0.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has great size and strength but skillset isn’t very NBA ready

Johni Broome
PF RK: #15
Auburn (Senior)
6’10 | 240 lbs | DOB: 7-19-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 15.4 pts, 8.4 reb, 2 blk, 55% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– His dominance and Auburn’s hold on the SEC is helping him rise
– Could be a good post player and rebounder

Alexandre Sarr
C RK: #1, OVR RK: #1
Perth Wildcats (Australia)
7’1 | 205 lbs | DOB: 4-26-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 9.8 pts, 4.8 reb, 1.3 blk, 1 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– He can shoot, protect the rim, and stretch the floor like a dominant NBA big needs
– He’ll need to show more consistency to be a lock as the 1st pick

Kyle Filipowski
C RK: #2, OVR RK: #13
Duke (Sophomore)
7’0 | 248 lbs | DOB: 11-7-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 18.2 pts, 8.9 reb, 1.9 blk, 41.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He was a lottery talent last year and is again this year
– Can shoot and protect the rim at a high clip

Donovan Clingan
C RK: #3, OVR RK: #15
UConn (Sophomore)
7’2 | 280 lbs | DOB: 2-23-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 13.9 pts, 6.3 reb, 2 blk, 63.2% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– His paint presence gives him the potential to be a great pick-and-roll threat and shot blocker in the NBA

Kel’el Ware
C RK: #4, OVR RK: #20
Indiana (Sophomore)
7’0 | 242 lbs | DOB: 4-20-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 14.2 pts, 9.4 reb, 1.6 blk, 41.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Former 5-star recruit transfer from Oregon
– He’s showing glimpses of his athleticism and stretching the floor as a 7’0 shooter

Oso Ighodaro
C RK: #5, OVR RK: #25
Marquette (Senior)
6’11 | 235 lbs | DOB: 7-14-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 13.8 pts, 6.9 reb, 2.5 ast, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s probably more of a forward in the NBA, but has potential to be a good slasher

Aaron Bradshaw
C RK: #6, OVR RK: #28
Kentucky (Freshman)
7’1 | 226 lbs | DOB: 11-16-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 8 GP, 7 pts, 4.4 reb, 0.9 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– #6 ranked 5-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has been inconsistent but his 5-star resume shows great size, ability to shoot, and protect the rim

Yves Missi
C RK: #7, OVR RK: #31
Baylor (Freshman)
7’0 | 235 lbs | DOB: 5-14-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 9.6 pts, 6.3 reb, 1.6 blk, 62.9% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– #53 ranked 4-star recruit in the nation (ESPN)
– Has the makings to be a backup big in the league as a pick-and-roll threat

Adem Bona
C RK: #8, OVR RK: #34
UCLA (Sophomore)
6’10 | 245 lbs | DOB: 3-28-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 12.5 pts, 6.2 reb, 1.7 blk, 1.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Great defensive threat who has improved his offensive game a lot

Baba Miller
C RK: #9, OVR RK: #41
Florida State (Sophomore)
6’11 | 204 lbs | DOB: 2-7-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 7.8 pts, 5.3 reb, 1.2 blk, 1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Need to see more before he becomes a real prospect, but Baba has the skill to be a backup big

Zvonimir Ivišić
C RK: #10, OVR RK: #45
Kentucky (Freshman)
7’2 | 234 lbs | DOB: 8-9-03 (20)
DNP – NCAA Ineligibility

Paul’s Notes:
– Waiting to be ruled eligible to play by the NCAA
– Not much of a prospect until he plays either here or overseas

P.J. Hall
C RK: #11, OVR RK: #46
Clemson (Senior)
6’10 | 238 lbs | DOB: 2-21-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 20.1 pts, 7.1 reb, 2.1 blk, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Can shoot, protect the rim, and guard on and off the ball. Should be a 2nd round lock

Aday Mara
C RK: #12, OVR RK: #52
UCLA (Freshman)
7’3 | 240 lbs | DOB: 4-7-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 3.7 pts, 2.4 reb, 0.7 blk, 0.7 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– Scouts are holding onto him due to his size but his productivity and goofiness don’t show more than a two-way option

Zach Edey
C RK: #13, OVR RK: #55
Purdue (Senior)
7’4 | 300 lbs | DOB: 5-14-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 22.9 pts, 11.1 reb, 2.2 blk, 62.7% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– His size, skill in the post, and the fact he may win 2-straight NPOY’s is sky rocketing his stock
– I have him much lower currently than most, that will change soon

Hunter Dickinson
C RK: #14
Kansas (Senior)
7’2 | 260 lbs | DOB: 11-25-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 19.3 pts, 11.7 reb, 1.4 blk, 44.4% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Is a classic college dominator who can score from anywhere, but his game may not correlate to the NBA very well

Ryan Kalkbrenner
C RK: #15
Creighton (Senior)
7’1 | 270 lbs | DOB: 1-17-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 15.9 pts, 7.4 reb, 2.5 blk, 64.1% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– He can be a quick riser averaging nearly 3 blocks a game and being an effective scorer in the post