Paul’s 2024 Big Board/Mock Draft 2.0 (3/21)

Nikola Topić
PG RK: #1, OVR RK: #2 (+1)
KK Mega Bemax (Serbia) – ABA
6’6 | 200 lbs | DOB: 8-10-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 16.4 pts, 6.1 ast, 3.6 reb, 1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A knee injury has kept him sidelined for a couple months
– Scouts are still convinced he’s a top tier ball handler and scorer at the next level

Rob Dillingham
PG RK: #2, OVR RK: #5 (+13)
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’3 | 176 lbs | DOB: 1-4-05 (19)
23-24 Stats: 15.4 pts, 3.9 ast, 2.8 reb, 44.9% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– His athleticism, scoring skills, and defensive potential make him one of the more “sure things” in this draft

Stephon Castle
PG RK: #3, OVR RK: #11 (-3)
UConn (Freshman)
6’6 | 215 lbs | DOB: 11-1-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 10.8 pts, 4.5 reb, 2.9 ast, 0.9 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A big second half of the season confirms his 5-star pedigree as a quick and elusive scorer and two-way talent

Isaiah Collier
PG RK: #4, OVR RK: #12 (-8)
USC (Freshman)
6’5 | 210 lbs | DOB: 10-8-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 16.3 pts, 4.3 ast, 2.9 reb, 1.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– His shooting skills are leading him to fall on boards, but his explosiveness at the rim makes up for it.

Ajay Mitchell
PG RK: #5, OVR RK: #21 (+38)
UC-Santa Barbara (Junior)
6’5 | 190 lbs | DOB: 6-25-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 20 pts, 4 reb, 4 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has a huge scoring prowess despite playing low D1 and lack of a 3-point shot

Tyler Kolek
PG RK: #6, OVR RK: #28 (-1)
Marquette (Senior)
6’3 | 195 lbs | DOB: 3-27-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 15 pts, 7.6 ast, 4.7 reb, 40% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Incredible IQ as a passer and clutch shot maker. Should be a late 1st round lock and can carve out a solid career as a role player

K.J. Simpson
PG RK: #7, OVR RK: #34 (+25)
Colorado (Junior)
6’2 | 189 lbs | DOB: 8-8-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 19.6 pts, 5.7 reb, 4.9 ast, 45.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– His shooting splits are off the charts and will attract NBA teams as a new wave PG

D.J. Wagner
PG RK: #8, OVR RK: #35 (-12)
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’4 | 192 lbs | DOB: 5-4-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 10.3 pts, 3.3 ast, 1.9 reb, 0.9 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– We are yet to see the scoring prowess we were teased with in his HS days
– He’s nothing more than an early-to-mid 2nd rounder and should return to UK for another year

Carlton Carrington
PG RK: #9, OVR RK: #41 (-19)
Pittsburgh (Freshman)
6’5 | 190 lbs | DOB: 7-21-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 13.8 pts, 5.2 reb, 4.1 ast, 0.6 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– His numbers have come back down to earth, but his consistent athletic attack should still be early 2nd round worthy

Tyrese Proctor
PG RK: #10, OVR RK: #44 (-11)
Duke (Sophomore)
6’5 | 183 lbs | DOB: 4-1-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 10.5 pts, 3.8 reb, 3 ast, 36.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s a talented point forward type that really hasn’t shown enough development to be 1st round worthy

Kylan Boswell
PG RK: #11, OVR RK: #50 (-11)
Arizona (Sophomore)
6’2 | 200 lbs | DOB: 4-18-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 9.8 pts, 3.6 ast, 2.4 reb, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A good combine can bode well for Boswell who looks to be a defensive energizer spark off of the bench in the NBA

Juan Núñez
PG RK: #12, OVR RK: #54 (+3)
Ratiopharm Ulm (Germany) – BBL
6’3 | 180 lbs | DOB: 6-4-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 11.2 pts, 5.2 ast, 3.5 reb, 1.7 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A classic European style PG that can be a solid floor general in someone’s second unit

Reece Beekman
PG RK: #13 (-15)
Virginia (Senior)
6’3 | 194 lbs | DOB: 10-8-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 14.3 pts, 6.3 ast, 3.7 reb, 2.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– A good combine can rise him to early 1st/late 2nd levels with his NBA level knacks on defense

Caleb Love
PG RK: #14
Arizona (Senior)
6’4 | 205 lbs | DOB: 9-27-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 18.1 pts, 4.7 reb, 3.4 ast, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s a microwave scorer and when things are right, he’s a 1st round talent
– Someone could gamble late on his upside

Jamal Shead
PG RK: #15
Houston (Senior)
6’1 | 200 lbs | DOB: 7-24-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 13.1 pts, 6.2 ast, 3.8 reb, 2.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– If he wasn’t 6’1 he would be a lottery pick with his smooth and developed mix of suffocating defense and scoring
– Should still get looks at the end of the draft

Reed Sheppard
SG RK: #1, OVR RK: #4 (+7)
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’3 | 187 lbs | DOB: 6-24-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 12.8 pts, 4.5 ast, 2.5 stl, 52.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Arguably the most well rounded player in this draft. Possesses all the skills to have a floor of a solid starter in the NBA

Ja’Kobe Walter
SG RK: #2, OVR RK: #8 (-3)
Baylor (Freshman)
6’5 | 195 lbs | DOB: 9-4-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 14.2 pts, 4.4 reb, 1.5 ast, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:

Terrence Shannon Jr.
SG RK: #3, OVR RK: #17 (-)
Illinois (Grad-Senior)
6’6 | 225 lbs | DOB: 7-30-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 23 pts, 4.1 reb, 2.1 ast, 36.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Chiseled and refined two-way minded wing who will be 24 come his rookie year tipoff

Devin Carter
SG RK: #4, OVR RK: #18 (+41)
Providence (Junior)
6’3 | 195 lbs | DOB: 3-18-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 19.7 pts, 8.7 reb, 3.6 ast, 1.8 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has the grit and motor to be a superb role player in the league.
– Winning attitude and ability to attack the boards

Jared McCain
SG RK: #5, OVR RK: #22 (+15)
Duke (Freshman)
6’3 | 197 lbs | DOB: 2-20-04 (20)
23-24 Stats: 13.4 pts, 4.9 reb, 1.8 ast, 39.9% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has a smooth and effortless offensive game creating off the dribble or catch and shoot
– Can rise into a late lottery discussion

Jaylon Tyson
SG RK: #6, OVR RK: #31 (+28)
California (Junior)
6’7 | 215 lbs | DOB: 12-2-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 19.6 pts, 6.8 reb, 3.5 ast, 36% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has great size for a league ready wing and shooting splits speak for themselves
– Finally putting it together at his third Power 6 school in 3 years (Texas/Texas Tech)

Wooga Poplar
SG RK: #7, OVR RK: #36 (+7)
Miami (Junior)
6’5 | 197 lbs | DOB: 1-5-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 13.1 pts, 4.8 reb, 2.1 ast, 38.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A mix of lockdown defense and 3-point shooting gives him a good shot as an early 2nd round pick

Hunter Sallis
SG RK: #8, OVR RK: #42 (-21)
Wake Forest (Junior)
6’5 | 185 lbs | DOB: 3-26-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 18.1 pts, 4.1 reb, 2.5 ast, 41.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Broke out of his shell at Wake and became one of the better pure shooters in the draft

Kanaan Carlyle
SG RK: #9, OVR RK: #46 (+13)
Stanford (Freshman)
6’3 | 185 lbs | DOB: 9-25-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 11.5 pts, 2.7 reb, 2.7 ast, 32% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Is probably more of a 2025 prospect, but has smooth playmaking and rim attacking skills
– Will be looking to transfer if he doesn’t declare for the draft

Justin Edwards
SG RK: #10, OVR RK: #48 (-39)
Kentucky (Freshman)
6’8 | 203 lbs | DOB: 12-16-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 8.7 pts, 3.5 reb, 0.9 stl, 37% 3P

Paul’s Notes:

Judah Mintz
SG RK: #11
Syracuse (Sophomore)
6’4 | 185 lbs | DOB: 7-10-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 18.8 pts, 4.4 ast, 3.2 reb, 2.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:

Antonio Reeves
SG RK: #12 (-10)
Kentucky (Senior)
6’6 | 195 lbs | DOB: 11-20-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 20 pts, 4.2 reb, 1.7 reb, 44.1% 3P

Paul’s Notes:

Trey Alexander
SG RK: #13 (-21)
Creighton (Junior)
6’4 | 190 lbs | DOB: 5-2-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 17.6 pts, 5.7 reb, 4.8 ast, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:

Tristen Newton
SG RK: #14
UConn (Grad-Senior)
6’5 | 195 lbs | DOB: 4-26-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 15.2 pts, 7 reb, 6 ast, 1 stl

Paul’s Notes:

Kobe Johnson
SG RK: #15 (-5)
USC (Junior)
6’6 | 200 lbs | DOB: 1-15-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 10.9 pts, 4.6 reb, 3.3 ast, 2.2 stl

Paul’s Notes:

Zaccharie Risacher
SF RK: #1, OVR RK: #3 (+7)
J.L. Bourg-en-Bresse (France) – Jeep Elite
6’9 | 204 lbs | DOB: 4-8-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 11.2 pts, 3.4 reb, 1 stl, 43.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has become a legit player for the 1st pick, as a lengthy point forward who shoots a high clip from three

Ron Holland
SF RK: #2, OVR RK: #6 (-)
NBA G-League Ignite
6’8 | 206 lbs | DOB: 7-7-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 20.6 pts, 6.6 reb, 3.2 ast, 2.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Explosiveness at the rim and defensive instincts give him promise for the NBA

Matas Buzelis
SF RK: #3, OVR RK: #7 (-)
NBA G-League Ignite
6’10 | 209 lbs | DOB: 10-13-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 13.9 pts, 6.8 reb, 2 blk, 1.9 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– Developing more as a combo forward, he has had a big second half on both offensive and defensive production

Dalton Knecht
SF RK: #4, OVR RK: #10 (+26)
Tennessee (Senior)
6’6 | 204 lbs | DOB: 4-19-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 21.1 pts, 4.7 reb, 1.8 ast, 39.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has the scoring capabilities to be a 15+ ppg guy in the NBA. Will need to develop more on defense

Kevin McCullar Jr.
SF RK: #5, OVR RK: #16 (-)
Kansas (Grad-Senior)
6’7 | 212 lbs | DOB: 3-15-01 (23)
23-24 Stats: 18.3 pts, 6 reb, 4.1 ast, 1.5 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Will be an off the bat impact player as a 3-and-D guy in the NBA

KyShawn George
SF RK: #6, OVR RK: #27 (+32)
Miami (Freshman)
6’8 | 205 lbs | DOB: 12-12-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 7.6 pts, 3 reb, 2.2 ast, 40.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has league caliber size and 3-point shooting, but is a questionably efficient scorer in the paint

Dillon Jones
SF RK: #7, OVR RK: #37 (+21)
Weber State (Senior)
6’6 | 235 lbs | DOB: 10-29-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 20.8 pts, 9.8 reb, 5.2 ast, 2 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Can do a little bit of everything and is a great rebounder for his size

Melvin Ajinça
SF RK: #8, OVR RK: #45 (-5)
Saint Quentin (France) – Jeep Elite
6’8 | 210 lbs | DOB: 6-24-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 10.1 pts, 3.1 reb, 0.6 ast, 35.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Is a promising shooter but probably won’t be much of a prospect for 2024

Alex Karaban
SF RK: #9, OVR RK: #47 (-21)
UConn (Sophomore)
6’8 | 220 lbs | DOB: 11-11-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 13.9 pts, 5 reb, 1.4 ast, 39.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has the potential to be a good two-way role player in the league

Pelle Larsson
SF RK: #10, OVR RK: #51 (+8)
Arizona (Senior)
6’6 | 215 lbs | DOB: 2-23-01 (23)
23-24 Stats: 12.8 pts, 4.1 reb, 3.6 ast, 43% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s a seasoned veteran and can latch onto a 2-way contract late in the 2nd round

Harrison Ingram
SF RK: #11, OVR RK: #55 (+4)
North Carolina (Junior)
6’7 | 235 lbs | DOB: 11-27-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 12.1 pts, 9 reb, 2.2 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– His defensive skills and rebounding for his size will get him good looks in the combine. Ultimately could return to UNC for his 4th year

Baylor Scheierman
SF RK: #12 (-6)
Creighton (Grad-Senior)
6’7 | 205 lbs | DOB: 9-26-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 18.4 pts, 9 reb, 4 ast, 37.2% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s a knockdown 3-point shooter and great rebounder. Could easily move into early 2nd round

Nique Clifford
SF RK: #13
Colorado State (Senior)
6’6 | 191 lbs | DOB: 2-9-02 (22)
23-24 Stats: 12.3 pts, 7.6 reb, 3 ast, 1.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Clifford’s size and skillset makes him a huge candidate to rise during the combine

Adama Bal
SF RK: #14
Santa Clara (Junior)
6’7 | 190 lbs | DOB: 12-18-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 14.4 pts, 3.2 reb, 3.1 ast, 35.4% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s got an athletic build as a solid playmaker. Could be a candidate to transfer up for his senior year

Keshad Johnson
SF RK: #15
Arizona (Grad-Senior)
6’7 | 225 lbs | DOB: 6-23-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 11.6 pts, 5.7 reb, 1.9 ast, 38.8% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– A solid role player that can catch on as an undrafted free agent

Cody Williams
PF RK: #1, OVR RK: #9 (-7)
Colorado (Freshman)
6’8 | 190 lbs | DOB: 11-20-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 12.6 pts, 3.3 reb, 1.7 ast, 42.1% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has been streaky in his freshman year, but still has the tool set to be a quality NBA big

Ryan Dunn
PF RK: #2, OVR RK: #13 (+1)
Virginia (Sophomore)
6’8 | 216 lbs | DOB: 1-7-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 8.1 pts, 6.9 reb, 2.3 blk, 1.3 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has fallen on most draft boards, but his instincts on the defensive end are going to be All-Defensive caliber

Tidjane Salaun
PF RK: #3, OVR RK: #14 (-2)
Cholet Basket (France) – Jeep Elite
6’9 | 203 lbs | DOB: 8-10-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 9.2 pts, 3.9 reb, 1.1 stl, 0.8 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– Has shown more flashes on tape than his numbers describe
– Can be an athletic slasher and above the rim player

Ulrich Chomche
PF RK: #4, OVR RK: #19 (+40)
NBA Academy Africa – BAL
6’11 | 220 lbs | DOB: 12-30-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 3 GP, 13 pts, 9 reb, 2.7 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Turning into one of the more intriguing prospects that can shoot, protect the rim, and has great NBA size

Bobi Klintman
PF RK: #5, OVR RK: #23 (-4)
Cairns Taipans (Australia) – NBL
6’10 | 225 lbs | DOB: 3-6-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 10.2 pts, 4.7 reb, 0.8 stl, 35.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has developed a true and pure 3-point shot, will be more of a stretch 3

Tyler Smith
PF RK: #6, OVR RK: #24 (-)
NBA G-League Ignite
6’11 | 224 lbs | DOB: 11-2-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 13.4 pts, 5 reb, 1 blk, 36.4% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has become a knockdown shooter as a big that can stretch the floor

DaRon Holmes II
PF RK: #7, OVR RK: #26 (+16)
Dayton (Junior)
6’10 | 235 lbs | DOB: 8-15-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 20.4 pts, 8.4 reb, 2.1 blk, 38.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– One of CBB’s best big men, made for the modern day NBA with rim protecting skills and efficient 3-point shooting

Johnny Furphy
PF RK: #8, OVR RK: #30 (+29)
Kansas (Freshman)
6’9 | 202 lbs | DOB: 12-7-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 8.8 pts, 4.7 reb, 0.9 stl, 35.4% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has intrigued scouts with his jumper and slashing
– May be more of a 1st round prospect for 2025

Tristan da Silva
PF RK: #9, OVR RK: #32 (+3)
Colorado (Senior)
6’9 | 220 lbs | DOB: 5-15-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 15.8 pts, 5.2 reb, 2.4 ast, 37.7% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has developed into an efficient scorer from the perimeter and in the post

Izan Almansa
PF RK: #10, OVR RK: #40 (-8)
NBA G-League Ignite
6’10 | 230 lbs | DOB: 6-7-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 12.1 pts, 7.3 reb, 1.2 ast, 0.8 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– His Ignite season has rocked the boat and remains a 2nd round project

Johni Broome
PF RK: #11, OVR RK: #52 (+7)
Auburn (Senior)
6’10 | 240 lbs | DOB: 7-19-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 16.2 pts, 8.4 reb, 2.3 blk, 35.1% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has become more of a draft prospect with his developed 3-point shot. Will need to latch on through a 2-way contract

Ousmane N’Diaye
PF RK: #12, OVR RK: #56 (+3)
Maristas Palencia (Spain) – ACB
6’11 | 210 lbs | DOB: 3-19-04 (20)
23-24 Stats: 5 pts, 4.1 reb, 0.5 blk, 0.4 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– His potential has kept him on scouts’ minds but the efficiency doesn’t show more than a late 2nd round project

Coleman Hawkins
PF RK: #13, OVR RK: #57 (+2)
Illinois (Senior)
6’10 | 225 lbs | DOB: 12-10-01 (22)
23-24 Stats: 12.4 pts, 6.2 reb, 1.5 stl, 37% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Doesn’t have all of the tools and athleticism for the NBA but is a gritty shot maker and defender

Trevon Brazile
PF RK: #14 (-30)
Arkansas (Sophomore)
6’10 | 220 lbs | DOB: 1-7-03 (21)
23-24 Stats: 8.6 pts, 5.9 reb, 1.2 blk, 35.3% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Inconsistent play this season has practically cost him a spot in the 2024 draft

Grant Nelson
PF RK: #15 (-12)
Alabama (Senior)
6’11 | 230 lbs | DOB: 3-18-02 (22)
23-24 Stats: 12 pts, 5.7 reb, 1.7 ast, 1.6 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Not a freak athlete, but will get training camp looks as undrafted

Alexandre Sarr
C RK: #1, OVR RK: #1 (-)
Perth Wildcats (Australia) – NBL
7’1 | 205 lbs | DOB: 4-26-05 (18)
23-24 Stats: 9.6 pts, 4.5 reb, 1.5 blk, 1 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– Still the best, and most skilled, prospect in my opinion with all-star potential

Kyle Filipowski
C RK: #2, OVR RK: #15 (-2)
Duke (Sophomore)
7’0 | 248 lbs | DOB: 11-7-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 17.1 pts, 8.2 reb, 2.8 ast, 1.6 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Has the size and athleticism to be a skilled starting big man

Donovan Clingan
C RK: #3, OVR RK: #20 (-5)
UConn (Sophomore)
7’2 | 280 lbs | DOB: 2-23-04 (20)
23-24 Stats: 12.5 pts, 7.2 reb, 2.3 blk, 63.8% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Efficient pick-and-roll threat and rim protector
– Doesn’t have much of a shot outside of 15 feet but may not need it at 7’2

Yves Missi
C RK: #4, OVR RK: #25 (+6)
Baylor (Freshman)
7’0 | 235 lbs | DOB: 5-14-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 11.1 pts, 5.8 reb, 1.6 blk, 61.9% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Another pick-and-roll/rim protector that could aid a second unit

Kel’el Ware
C RK: #5, OVR RK: #29 (-9)
Indiana (Sophomore)
7’0 | 242 lbs | DOB: 4-20-04 (19)
23-24 Stats: 15.9 pts, 9.9 reb, 1.9 blk, 42.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– Has found his stride as a serviceable NBA big man with capabilities to stretch the floor

Oso Ighodaro
C RK: #6, OVR RK: #33 (-8)
Marquette (Senior)
6’11 | 235 lbs | DOB: 7-14-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 14 pts, 6.9 reb, 2.9 ast, 1.2 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– A great ball handler for a big man and athleticism to be an above the rim player

Zvonimir Ivišić
C RK: #7, OVR RK: #38 (+7)
Kentucky (Freshman)
7’2 | 234 lbs | DOB: 8-9-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 5.7 pts, 3.1 reb, 1.4 blk, 37.5% 3P

Paul’s Notes:
– He’s not a big 2024 prospect but I am a huge fan of his game as a stretch big that can protect the rim and shoot

Zach Edey
C RK: #8, OVR RK: #39 (+16)
Purdue (Senior)
7’4 | 300 lbs | DOB: 5-14-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 24.4 pts, 11.7 reb, 2.2 blk, 61.9% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– His slow speed and lack of a jumper keeps him out of the first round, but his post presence will assure him as a 2nd round pick

P.J. Hall
C RK: #9, OVR RK: #43 (+3)
Clemson (Senior)
6’10 | 238 lbs | DOB: 2-21-02 (22)
23-24 Stats: 18.8 pts, 6.7 reb, 1.6 blk, 1.5 ast

Paul’s Notes:
– A crafty big man, may need to work through a 2-way contract to crack an NBA roster

Aaron Bradshaw
C RK: #10, OVR RK: #49 (-21)
Kentucky (Freshman)
7’1 | 226 lbs | DOB: 11-16-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 5 pts, 3.3 reb, 0.7 blk, 57.1% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Has shown flashes of paint dominance but should return for a sophomore year to be a true 1st round talent

Adem Bona
C RK: #11, OVR RK: #53 (-19)
UCLA (Sophomore)
6’10 | 245 lbs | DOB: 3-28-03 (20)
23-24 Stats: 12.4 pts, 5.9 reb, 1.8 blk, 1.1 stl

Paul’s Notes:
– Has hit his stride as a low post defensive minded big man

Ryan Kalkbrenner
C RK: #12
Creighton (Senior)
7’1 | 270 lbs | DOB: 1-17-02 (22)
23-24 Stats: 17.1 pts, 7.4 reb, 3 blk, 65% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Should get 2nd round looks as a shot blocking pick-and-roll player

Ariel Hukporti
C RK: #13
Melbourne United (Australia) – NBL
7’0 | 250 lbs | DOB: 4-12-02 (21)
23-24 Stats: 8.5 pts, 6.9 reb, 1.5 blk, 57.5% FG

Paul’s Notes:
– Has size to be a valuable big man somewhere down the road

Hunter Dickinson
C RK: #14
Kansas (Senior)
7’2 | 260 lbs | DOB: 11-25-00 (23)
23-24 Stats: 18 pts, 10.8 reb, 2.2 ast, 1.4 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– His lack of athleticism and flat footed play is what keeps him off of draft boards
– Will get multiple shots due to his college career

Baba Miller
C RK: #15
Florida State (Sophomore)
6’11 | 204 lbs | DOB: 2-7-04 (20)
23-24 Stats: 7.6 pts, 4.9 reb, 1.4 ast, 1.1 blk

Paul’s Notes:
– Will need more development whether that’s at FSU or not