24. After missing six games in the middle of the Pac-12 schedule for undisclosed reasons, Williams has been understandably out of whack, but his play had been concerning before that. He rounds out what’s generally become a soft consensus top five. That’s pretty much been the case at LSU, where his points have been a catalyst for a competitive team, and his playmaking and defensive impact have been minimal. With his quickness, strength and instincts, he could end up as one of the better on-ball defenders in the league if he continues on this trajectory. The appeal he held as a big, scoring wing still exists, but banking on him reaching that ceiling requires a lot of optimism. Height: 7' 0" | Weight: 215 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 2. The incomplete season Johnson turned in at Duke isn’t going to help his perception in NBA front offices, but it may not wind up completely tanking his draft stock, either. Height: 6' 5" | Weight: 190 | Age: 20 | Previous rank: NR. James Bouknight, SG, UConn | Sophomore, Height: 6' 5" | Weight: 190 | Age: 20 | Previous rank: 13. 3&D Point Guard; 3&D wing; 7-footer; Catch&Score Finisher; Chinese 7-footer; Croatian; Post Scorer; Pure Passer; Pure Shooter; Rim Protector; Shot Creator; Stretch Big; Switch Defender; He’s a player worth keeping an eye on, but his struggles with turnovers and finishing make it hard to get too carried away. If Gonzaga goes on a deep run in March—which it probably will—he’ll have a major opportunity to solidify his stock. 12 Pick — Sacramento Kings: Saddiq Bey, Villanova No. 0 of 14. Still, Cooper gets into the paint pretty much at will right now, and there’s certainly a chance he’s good enough to outkick convention for an undersized point guard. Athletics pitcher Jesús Luzardo allowed three earned runs on five hits in three innings against Baltimore on Saturday after breaking his finger while playing video games. Bouknight’s competitive makeup and consistency at least point to a degree of useful floor. 2021-NBA-Big-Board-Picker. Livers isn’t a great athlete, and his upside isn’t massive, but as a second-round flier, you could do much worse. He will most likely need to spend time in the G League next season in order for a team to have any real sense of what they have. He’s a good free throw shooter, and adding three-point range would make a big difference. There’s a real argument that he’ll be the most intriguing true big man to enter the draft since Karl-Anthony Towns in 2015, or if you’re feeling bold, Joel Embiid in 2014. Still, his athleticism and basic skills give him a chance to succeed as a rim-running energy big, and he’s done enough to get drafted. He likely hasn’t done quite enough to play his way into firm first-round territory, and it wouldn’t be shocking if he stayed at Villanova, but he’s a draftable, versatile forward with a chance at a viable NBA career. On the offensive end, Shannon hasn’t been quite as consistent as you’d hope, but he’s shown flashes of improved shooting and has consistently been good from the free throw line. His competitive makeup may ultimately be the strongest selling point, and he’s consistently shown a willingness to make plays and close out games. Here is the first look at the Detroit Pistons' Big Board for the 2021 NBA Draft. He will, however, have more to answer for than many of his peers over the course of interviews and workouts with teams. His play has tailed off a bit in February, to the point where returning to college may be prudent. Brown’s tools likely warrant a first-round selection, and he’s helped himself to an extent by consistently playing hard on both ends. Johnson’s freshman year has been a mixed bag, but his flashes of brilliance are encouraging, and while he isn’t a polished offensive player yet, the prospect of what he could eventually become separates him as one of the more interesting bets in this range of the draft. Player Rankings updated 20 days ago. Duke sophomore forward Matthew Hurt will declare for the 2021 NBA draft and hire an agent, he told ESPN Wednesday. Scoring talent remains the largest need, specifically on the wing. If he becomes a consistent shooter, there’s added upside here. The big man has been tearing up the Turkish league this season, and since my first Big Board was published, he’s played three dominant games and posted averages of … Some teams were already concerned about Johnson off the floor coming into the season, following an unceremonious exit from IMG Academy during his senior year of high school. There’s reason for optimism that he’ll be a viable floor spacer and potentially transition into more of a wing role in the NBA—some scouts have expressed concern about who he’ll be capable of defending, while others view him as a switchable forward. He has a chance to anchor lineups defensively and add value as a rim-runner and roller. Height: 6' 4" | Weight: 205 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 5. He’s 22, undersized, and more of a two than a point guard, which does raise the question of upside—this type of efficiency may be close to his ceiling—but it’s hard to watch him and not think he’s earned a shot at an NBA role. Henry shot 34% from three last season and shoots free throws well, so improvement in that area should be viable, but it just hasn’t happened yet, and he’s not a very dynamic player off the dribble, either. 2021-NBA-Big-Board-Picker. Harper’s NBA genetics, strong feel for the game, and major role in the turnaround of Rutgers’ program have put him on the map this year. Bennedict Mathurin, SG, Arizona | Freshman, Height: 6' 6" | Weight: 195 | Age: 18 | Previous rank: NR. Kispert has scored with otherworldly efficiency all season, particularly for a jump shooter, and projects neatly into a similar role in the NBA, where he forces opponents to account for him as a shooter, moves the ball unselfishly, and plays adequate defense. The NCAA tournament typically gives college players a helpful platform, and may be even more magnified this year. 26. Height: 6' 5" | Weight: 225 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 10. Young Kwak/Associated Press We updated our 2021 NBA draft big board for a second time with a bigger sample size of action to evaluate. Unfortunately, putting together a big board … He has a chance at an NBA role long-term, but may have to prove himself to earn more than a two-way deal as things stand. The hope is that he’ll develop into a reliable, low-maintenance 3-and-D type piece, with upside if he can make strides with his ball skills and playmaking. Cade Cunningham, Oklahoma State This here is an HTML program that allows you create a big board of the 2021 NBA Draft propects. 6. 42. Grizzlies get Jazz 1st if it falls between 8-14; Knicks get Mavs 1st, unprotected (KP trade) Knicks have the right to swap picks with the Clippers; Magic get Bulls 1st, top 4 protected (Vucevic trade) Pelicans get Lakers 1st, top 8 protected (AD trade) Rockets get Blazers 1st, lottery protected (Lord Covington trade) 1 (there's a compelling argument for guys like Evan Mobley and Jon Kuminga and that's touched on … It wouldn’t be shocking to see Bassey emerge as as viable backup big, but he may not be special enough to justify a first-round investment. Height: 6' 10" | Weight: 210 | Age: 19 | Previous Rank: NR. From now through the event, this will be the hub for everything you need to know. Over the past year, he has started to really blossom as a playmaker, seeing the entirety of the floor at a high level and understanding how to draw attention and pass the ball over and around defenders at difficult angles. To his credit, he’s not the type of player who seems to care much about his own numbers. He needs to shore up his handle in order to maximize his physical gifts, and it’s worth noting he’s visibly smaller than his listed 6’ 5”. He‘s already outpaced expectations, and as the NBA continues to place a premium on tall shooters, he should be a natural fit. A draw between Atalanta and Sassuolo on Sunday clinched the Serie A title for Inter Milan, its first since its treble-winning 2009/10 season. He’s improved a bit as a passer, he’s always been a decent rebounder, and has enough size to be playable defensively, but he isn’t a great athlete and will likely need G League time. He projects as one of the safer options in the mid to late first round, if not a player with starry upside. Opinions vary on those prospects relative to one another (with Cunningham still the favorite to go No. Jalen Johnson | 6-9, 220 | SF | Fr. Keep in mind he needs to add physical strength, and will likely benefit from some G League time to build confidence next season. Height: 6’ 8” | Weight: 210 | Age: 22 | Previous Rank: NR. A former All-Star defensive end, Abrams has climbed football's officiating ranks. Some of that may be aided by more driving lanes in the NBA, but he profiles much better on a two-way deal than anywhere close to the first round as things stand. Genetics are working in his favor (his father is longtime Pacers stalwart Dale Davis) and his sheer production makes him worth a flier. As a freakish athlete with an impressive motor, he has a chance to play in a rotation as an undersized big, but he simply isn’t very skilled, and hasn’t expanded his offensive game in a significant way this season. National NBA Featured Columnist April 8, 2021 Comments. There has been some shuffling in the top five for the Pistons. In taking an individual step forward and helping turn Illinois into one of the best teams in the country, Dosunmu has firmly played himself into the draft. Brown is one of the best athletes in the draft and has gotten more comfortable at the college level over the course of the season, but his overall feel remains a major point of concern for teams. He doesn’t have a truly elite skill, but he’s a quality rebounder and shot-blocker with a 7’3” wingspan and a strong frame. It’s going to take Barnes some time to get there on offense, but there’s a lot to work with here. See the best remaining players on the draft board during the 2021 NBA Draft with Draftcast on ESPN Height: 6' 11" | Weight: 220 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 25. NFL Draft 2021: Odds, Prop Betting Picks And Predictions For First Round Apr 29, 2021, 09:00am EDT Dodgers-Padres Rivalry Is ‘Great For The Game Of Baseball’ It took four years, but Jones has finally blossomed as a solid all-around contributor at Alabama, with defensive versatility, passing skills and what appears to be an improved jumper allowing him to add value in a range of areas. He should get a slight bump coming from a Michigan program that’s done well developing talent. Livers has always been a very good shooter, but has worked himself into a more well-rounded player and benefitted from full health this season. Scottie Barnes, F, Florida State | Freshman, Height: 6' 9" | Weight: 225 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 8. As the 2021 NBA Draft process quickly approaches, we should expect Evan Mobley to rise up boards after his showing in the NCAA Tournament. Another pure upside play in this range of the draft, Jones continues to flash NBA ability as a shot-blocker, finisher and occasional spot-up threat, but those contributions are still a bit too few and far between to feel totally great about. Keyontae Johnson, F, Florida | Junior, Height: 6' 5" | Weight: 230 | Age: 21 | Previous rank: 19. But the upside here is pretty appealing. He’s an unorthodox prospect to be sure, but his defensive versatility with his strength and long frame is real. There has been some shuffling in the top five for the Pistons. He isn’t a natural point guard, and his jumper is still a bit mechanical, but his shot selection has been positive, and he’s not one to force up many bad looks. While he’s not a dynamic jump shooter and will be best playing off a more creative player, Suggs’ floor as a starting-caliber guard is pretty appealing, and he should be ready to make an early impact in the pros. Admittedly, this is higher than you’d want to place Bouknight in a vacuum—for now, consider it illustrative of how much definition this draft class lacks after the first five prospects. He’s looking like a boom-or-bust type pick, with 3-and-D type ability if he can get back on track developmentally. Johnson has become one of the more polarizing lottery prospects, but his upside as a versatile combo forward is still intriguing. As a big, intelligent, switchable defender with some ball skills, it’s not hard to see him becoming a useful, versatile rotation piece. He profiles as a threatening shooter and longtime NBA player, and it’s hard to nitpick what he’s done this season. 39. Take a look at the first edition of our 2021 NBA Draft Big Board below, complete with player profiles and short descriptions for each potential lottery pick. 35. But there’s a ton for his future team to work with here, and his tools are among the best in this draft. He didn’t shoot well, struggled with turnovers, and simply wasn’t able to show much progression over the course of seven college games, in which his team went 1-6. Barnes is an excellent passer who handles well for his size and typically makes good decisions with the ball, pointing to some offensive upside if he can piece together any semblance of a consistent jumper. 3&D Point Guard; 3&D wing; 7-footer; Catch&Score Finisher; Chinese 7-footer; Croatian; Post Scorer; Pure Passer; Pure Shooter; Rim Protector; Shot Creator; Stretch Big; Switch Defender; Jackson is a freak athlete who adds real value as a rebounder and shot-blocker, but his limited offensive game and relatively low basketball IQ are concerning. It features Kevin O’Connor’s Big Board, in which he extensively breaks down each of the top prospects’ strengths, weaknesses, and closest NBA comparisons. He’s the type of complementary piece who’s only going to be as effective as the players around him. I watched him live at Basketball Without Borders in February and came away concerned with his loose handle and iffy jump shot. It's talented, deep and possesses plenty of star power at the top. He falls somewhere on the Jerami Grant-Derrick Jones spectrum, but both those players entered the league as bargain investments, before eventually blossoming into legit NBA talents. 1 candidate, with USC emerging as the best team in a relatively weak Pac-12 as a result. Watford has transitioned into a playmaking role that better showcases his versatility, but he’s still a weird fit for the NBA, as a ball-needy combo forward who lacks explosiveness and plays mostly beneath the rim. Watford has played his way closer to draftability, but he remains a somewhat fringy bet. He’s upped his assist rate by 11 points while also reducing his turnover rate, he’s now shooting 36% from distance, and he’s coupled decisive offensive play with improved defense, as well. He’s an average jump shooter at best right now and will likely need a ball screen more often than not in the NBA. Miles McBride, PG, West Virginia | Sophomore, Height: 6' 2" | Weight: 200 | Age 20 | Previous Rank: NR. Pons kind of is what he is at this point, and the big question remains whether or not he’ll eventually shoot threes. Ranking of the top college prospects for the 2021 NFL Draft. 2 pick June 30, 2020 Grant Afseth NBA Draft Comments Off on NBA Mock Draft 2020: Obi Toppin rises up the board to No. He’s managed to really raise his game this season and should be more squarely on the radar as a first-round prospect this time around, particularly if Baylor manages a deep tournament run, as expected. He’s an excellent rebounder on both ends, gets off the floor quickly, and finds ways to produce without needing manufactured touches. He can be too deferential sometimes, but could be one of the better short-roll playmakers in the NBA if all goes well. He may be good enough to walk into bench minutes immediately next season, as a big wing with a strong catch-and-shoot skillset, good defensive instincts, and a mature floor game. Athletically, Garuba has the length and strength to fit the NBA. Usman Garuba, F/C, Real Madrid (Spain), Height: 6' 8" | Weight: 230 | Age: 18 | Previous rank: 12. Here's what we saw in the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight from players up and down the draft board. As usual, the Big Board accounts for my personal player evaluations from live viewings and on film, typically dating back several years, and the feedback and opinions I hear from scouts, executives, and others around basketball whose opinions I trust. Trayce Jackson-Davis, C, Indiana | Sophomore, Height: 6' 9" | Weight: 245 | Age: 21 | Previous rank: 52. But he’s still a divisive prospect from an NBA perspective, with lingering questions about his shooting, feel, maturity and athleticism, as well as the translatability of his below-the-rim tendencies. Dating back to high school, the book on Thomas has been that he’s a gifted scorer who struggles to impact games in any other way. Hukporti looked like the best prospect at the 2020 Basketball Without Borders Global Camp, where he won MVP and left a strong impression playing front of numerous NBA decision-makers. 11. Corey Kispert, SF, Gonzaga | Senior. Nothing about this situation is going to help his draft stock, but it’s still difficult to see Johnson slipping too far at this point, questions aside. 44. It’s often glossed over how impressive it is that he rarely commits fouls. The top of the 2021 NBA Draft class is on par with the 2019 class and could have as much depth as the 2020 class. He’s a good athlete and solid defender with room to grow all around, and the fact he seems to have figured out a workable jumper strengthens his case. He’s not a flashy player, but has a chance to be a solid rotation player if all goes well, with enough scoring ability and defensive capability to hold his own. He’s somewhat comparable to Jordan Nwora, who went to the Bucks in this range of the draft last season as a bet on shooting above all else. Franz Wagner, F, Michigan | Sophomore, Height: 6' 9" | Weight: 220 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 32. So here's a thing I spent last evening on. 13. Springer is already a tough on-ball defender and has found ways to be efficient for the most part, with room for growth if he can improve his ball skills and diversify his game as a scorer. His overall game is still progressing, and Kuminga has a ways to go from a skill perspective—his jumper is shaky, and his handle needs to keep improving to make the most of his gifts as a scorer. Welcome to The Ringer’s 2021 NBA Draft Guide. 49. He can do damage running off screens or spotting up and has simply been way too good for college basketball, capable of getting hot quickly and making a huge difference for Gonzaga. His change of pace off the dribble is solid, and he’s a multiple-effort defender who’s been highly consistent. 55. But not everything has translated from high school, and it’s imperative Nix works himself into better shape, which would ostensibly help him improve as a defender and finisher. He can play on and off the ball, score it inside and out, and make plays for teammates without forcing anything. A mysterious ankle injury ended Clarke’s season early at Kentucky, and ultimately there are far more questions than answers surrounding his stock as a prospect. Jonathan Kuminga – SF – G League Ignite. He has a solid frame and plays capable defense, while offering some floor-spacing potential and an unflashy, team-first style. Joshua Giddey, G/F, Adelaide 36ers (Australia), Height: 6' 8" | Weight: 205 | Age: 18 | Previous rank: 44. His individual scoring is a work in progress, but he’s a decent shooter, and has been a fixture for Lithuania at junior levels. He’s still a bit inconsistent in other areas, but has progressed toward draftability over the last few years. 2021 NBA Draft Big Board: Updated Top 50 Players. A late-blooming breakout season has put Mitchell on the radar as a Top 40 prospect with a real shot at the first round, with optimistic scouts viewing him as a plug-and-play bench guy early in his career. He’s a capable scorer and playmaker with a slightly unorthodox style, relying more on his craftiness, length and ability to draw fouls in the paint, and using his jumper to keep people honest. He’s tough, physical and mature for his age, which bodes well overall, and he’s one of the better passers in the draft. He’s a capable jump shooter and finisher, gifted passer, and a smart rebounder and defender who always seems to be in the right spot. He’s an excellent run-jump athlete and a disruptive, tough-minded defender who can guard on the ball, although he’s undersized for an NBA wing. Terrence Clarke, G/F, Kentucky | Freshman, Height: 6' 7" | Weight: 195 | Age: 19 | Previous rank: 17. Height: 6' 9" | Weight: 220 | Age: 18 | Previous rank: 7. Even without an elite skill, he may be a player with a wide enough array of strengths to make a difference. Over the course of a breakout season, McBride has gradually played his way onto the radar, showcasing some applaudable toughness and shot-making skills and the ability to carry West Virginia for stretches of time. His feel still lags behind where you’d like it to be for a Top 20 pick, but this middle part of the first round feels like the range to take a gamble, and Jones is a viable one. 2021 NBA DRAFT BOARD; 2022 NBA DRAFT BOARD; 2023 NBA DRAFT BOARD; 2024 NBA DRAFT BOARD; Search for: Search. Giddey has shown a lot of positive things in his first 10 NBL games, as a big, playmaking wing with guard skills and extremely advanced passing instincts. Prkacin is an excellent ballhandler for his size, and if he continues improving as a shooter, an NBA role should eventually be within reach. 2021 NBA Draft Big Board: Oklahoma State's Cade Cunningham leads first prospect rankings Our first prospect rankings of 2021, with an in-depth breakdown of our top 10 Although you occasionally hear concerns about his toughness and physicality, he’s performing with a level of consistency he sometimes lacked in high school, and showing a more frequent willingness to take over games. Height: 7'0" | Weight: 250 | Age: 18 | Previous rank: 22. He remains a viable first-round option, but his issues scoring inside the arc bear some monitoring. Height: 6' 7" | Weight: 230 | Age: 22 | Previous rank: NR. He’s certainly shown enough to get drafted, and should get first-round consideration, but until he starts to score with more pronounced efficiency, Giddey will be a tricky projection. 1), but the most confusing range of the draft right now may actually be 6 through about 20, where separating players from one another becomes a challenge. A steady diet of spread pick and roll with NBA shooters around him might maximize his gifts and minimize his weaknesses. Jones is far from a sure thing, but bigs with his natural mobility, length and inside-out skill are hard to come by. The 2021 NBA Draft is still months away but we're still here to give the people what they want with this Big Board. Nix’s competitive makeup and toughness are pretty appealing, and he’s certainly held his own against older players, but there are some points of concern here, as well. The lack of major moves adds clarity to what the team’s needs are heading into the 2021 NBA Draft. 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His blend of size, feel, and shooting ability has always held strong theoretical appeal dating back to high school, but the truth of the matter is that the actual results have been inconsistent. Garuba’s minutes and productivity appear to have plateaued this season, but he remains an interesting long-term bet due to his defensive skills, frame, and past productivity against his own age group. Author: Jeremy Woo Updated: Dec 8, 2020 While the college basketball season has been strange, we have a more clear idea of which top prospects are expected in the 2021 NBA draft. IRVING: NBA Draft 2021 Big Board On Friday evening, the 21-year-old took to Twitter to share an announcement that he will take part in the draft process and enter the NCAA transfer portal, meaning he will not be hiring an agent in order to maintain his college eligibility. Our top-50 board … Mathurin’s contributions have been a bit too inconsistent to call him a definite one-and-done right now, but he’s certainly intriguing, and teams should be eager to work him out if he opts to test the waters. Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley, Jonathan Kuminga, Jalen Suggs and Jalen Green, with Cunningham still the favorite to go No. He can handle and play on the perimeter, but has always been a bit too reliant on post touches in lieu of a consistent jump shot, and has yet to make major strides as a floor spacer. PG. Prkacin continues to put together a strong season in Croatia, and as one of the youngest draft-eligible prospects, his overall profile is encouraging. Hukporti’s shot selection is an issue, and he hasn’t been particularly efficient as a result of his penchant for experimentation. Height: 6'2" | Weight: 205 | Age: 22 | Previous rank: NR. The lack of major moves adds clarity to what the team’s needs are heading into the 2021 NBA Draft. Johnson is an excellent passer with good size for a lead guard, and his minutes without Carlik Jones on the floor have been a bit more convincing. He remains an intriguing talent and capable slasher, and he’s a quality finisher at the rim—if an NBA team can help instill better shot selection, Christopher has a chance to be impactful—but he also has to want that himself, which will be a question for some teams. Young Kwak/Associated Press. Bleacher Report - A break in action scouting the 2021 NBA draft has created time for evaluators to catch up on the prospects eligible in 2022. He should be in the draft-and-stash mix again. He’s seen by many as a mid- to late-first round pick, and a recent Sports Illustrated big board placed him as the 19th ranked player in this class. Sengun was pretty much off the radar coming into the season, but has been dominant in the Turkish league as an 18 year old, averaging 19 points and nine rebounds and building a first-round case. Educated observers have always wondered how much his game accessorizes winning, and that question remains. Jalen Suggs – PG/SG – Gonzaga. Mann signed with an agent upon entering his name in the 2021 NBA draft, meaning he is no longer eligible to play in the NCAA and will be a professional next year no matter what happens in the draft. Height: 6' 9" | Weight: 240 | Age: 20 | Previous rank: 41. Mobley looks like the type of mobile shot-blocker and space-eraser you can build a defense around, with overwhelming length and exceptional instincts. For two years running, he’s proven to be a good offensive rebounder and capable finisher and has been able to draw fouls and rack up numbers in gameflow, looking like a quintessential energy big. Yet Cunningham is also shooting just 42% on twos, and is averaging more turnovers than assists. For now, Springer projects as an undersized two-guard and relies a bit too much on overpowering defenders in lieu of a creative handle. On the flipside, he has yet to come around skill-wise, as a non-threatening jump shooter lacking a varied offensive game. You aren’t drafting Butler to be a superstar, but there’s a lot to like with him as a supporting piece, and it helps matters that he’s yet to turn 21. Take a look at the full Draft Board below. He’s not a creative player, but he’s tough, smart, and understands how to fit in and add value. He’s always been able to score, but loves to take tough shots, and his teams sometimes pay the price. He relies on strong instincts and advanced, acrobatic finishing skills to put pressure on the rim. 2021 NBA Draft Big Board on the Eve of the NCAA Title Game NCAA vs. G-League: A Statistical Analysis to Predict Player Ability in the NBA Through … Bouknight is a capable shooter and passer, but needs to improve on both fronts, and defensively he stands to improve, as well. It’s basically a mock draft, but since it’s still so early in the NBA season, I decided not to list a projected order of teams. 13 Pick — New Orleans Pelicans: Kira Lewis … His scoring is mostly limited to what others create for him, and he’s not much of a passer at all, but he’s a good athlete who can attack a closeout on a line and finish. Jones is not much of a passer, nor has he been a productive rebounder, and for a player likely best suited as a perimeter-oriented big, he’s eventually going to have to embrace physicality and produce on a more consistent basis. An athletic, slashing wing who plays hard on both ends and is unafraid to do the dirty work, Shannon profiles as the type of glue guy with upside a team should be eager to take a chance on. There’s little beyond pedigree keeping Clarke’s stock steady right now. 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