# | Team | Player | Pos | Ht | From | Analysis | Comp | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
31 | Pelicans | Frank Jackson | PG | 6-4 | Duke | The Pelicans did well to get a player of Jackson’s ability at this point in the draft. Some injury concerns caused him to slip but his upside remains very intriguing, as a versatile combo guard who has high level athletic ability, can shoot the rock and plays with a lot of passion. | Gary Harris | A |
32 | Suns | Davon Reed | SG | 6-6 | Miami | A bit of a surprise at #32, Reed is a long-armed and athletic wing who will make his living on defense and spacing the floor. | – | B- |
33 | Magic | Wesley Iwundu | SF | 6-7 | Kansas St. | Iwundu has all the tools and skills to be a long time NBA player. He’s versatile on both ends of the court and plays a smart, controlled game. | – | A- |
34 | Kings | Frank Mason III | PG | 6-1 | Kansas | While I don’t think Mason will be a big impact player, he brings tons of intangibles to the Kings young team. This alone could be worth the pick…and perhaps he’ll make an impact on the court as well. | – | B |
35 | Grizzlies | Ivan Rabb | PF | 6-9 | California | Rabb is a solid player but doesn’t really stand out in any area and doesn’t bring a lot of upside. He’ll work hard and play the right way, which will be a good fit for the Grizz. | Bobby Portis | B |
36 | 76ers | Jonah Bolden | PF | 6-10 | Australia | A very interesting selection here, both because of Bolden’s talents and his Australia connection. He’s got a sweet shooting stroke and good length, making him an intriguing second round selection. | – | B+ |
37 | Celtics | Semi Ojeleye | SF | 6-7 | SMU | The Celtics get a bruising wing player who has shown great improvement with his outside shot over the years. If he can become a lock-down defender he’ll have a long, successful career. | – | B+ |
38 | Warriors | Jordan Bell | PF | 6-9 | Oregon | There couldn’t be a better fit for Bell than the Warriors. He’ll get to do all the things he does well and not be asked to play beyond himself. This seems like a match made in basketball heaven. | longer Faried | A+ |
39 | Clippers | Jawun Evans | PG | 6-0 | Oklahoma State | A very interesting pick here. Evans plays a lot like Chris Paul and he even looks a lot like Chris Paul. Will he get to learn from the vet or will Paul bounce? Evans projects as a really solid back up pg with possible starter potential. | Speedy Claxton | A- |
40 | Hornets | Dwayne Bacon | SG | 6-6 | Florida State | Bacon is a really solid athlete but doesn’t stand out in any one area. It remains to be seen if he can become a high level defender and if he can hit the 3 with consistency. But he’s got tools to work with and a chance to make the team. | Marvin Williams | C+ |
| 41 | Hawks | Tyler Dorsey | SG | 6-4 | Oregon | Dorsey can get hot from outside but doesn’t bring a lot else to the table. It seems like a long-shot that he’ll become an impact player in the League but could stick around thanks to his sweet shooting. | – | C |
42 | Lakers | Thomas Bryant | C | 6-10 | Indiana | Bryant is a heart and hustle type of player who continues the trend of culture shift in L.A. He’s got great length, a nice shooting stroke but doesn’t move his feet well. He’ll have a chance to develop and could be a solid bench big. | – | A- |
43 | Rockets | Isaiah Hartenstein | PF | 7-0 | Germany | The Rockets get a great value pick in the mid second round. Hartenstein will likely take a few years to develop overseas but could become a solid rotation player with starter potential. | Troy Murphy | A |
44 | Knicks | Damyean Dotson | SG | 6-5 | Houston | A lights-out shooter with deep range and an improving all around game. If he can hold his own on D he’ll have a real chance to make it. | – | B |
45 | Grizzlies | Dillon Brooks | SG | 6-6 | Oregon | Brooks lacks upside but he’s an NBA ready player who might be able to contribute in year one for Memphis. | – | B |
46 | Bucks | Sterling Brown | SG | 6-6 | SMU | A long, athletic guard who plays an all around game and fits the mold of a Bucks pick. With their recent drafting history we’ll give the benefit of the doubt! | – | B+ |
47 | Pacers | Ike Anigbogu | C | 6-10 | UCLA | If he proves to be healthy this will be the steal of the draft. Ike is super young and not NBA ready but a few years from now he could be a force in the paint. Awesome value at #47. | longer Tristan Thompson | A+ |
48 | Clippers | Sindarius Thornwell | SG | 6-6 | South Carolina | Nice pick up for the Clips. Thornwell is a winner/gamer who plays a mature game and could contribute earlier than most second rounders. | – | B+ |
49 | Nuggets | Vlatko Cancar | SF | 6-9 | Slovenia | The Nuggets keep mining for international talent. Cancar might be a few years away but…maybe that’s the point. With a lot of depth at SF they can afford to wait. | – | B |
50 | 76ers | Mathias Lessort | PF | 6-10 | France | Another draft and stash value pick for the Sixers. Lessort could be a solid rotation big in a few years. | Ronny Turiaf | B+ |
51 | Nuggets | Monte Morris | PG | 6-2 | Iowa State | One of the most reliable point guards to come along in years, Morris takes great care of the ball while still managing to put pressure on the D. He’ll have a chance to stick in Denver. | Steve Blake | A- |
52 | Pacers | Edmond Somner | SG | 6-5 | Xavier | The Pacers will have to wait for him to be healthy but it’s a good gamble at this point in the draft. He’s got talent and could develop into a keeper. | Mardy Collins | B |
53 | Celtics | Kadeem Allen | SG | 6-3 | Zona | Allen has a chance to be an elite defender who can guard either guard position. His length and aggressive play could earn him a spot in the League, although there’s a ton of depth to get through in Boston. | – | A- |
54 | Suns | Alec Peters | PF | 6-8 | Valpo | A shooter to help space the floor for the elite young talent. Peters will have to get healthy and show that he can hold is own defensively. | – | B |
55 | Jazz | PG | 6-3 | Gonzaga | NWG might not be a dynamic athlete but his BBIQ is off the charts and he’s a great fit for the Jazz. If Hill rolls, Williams-Goss could see minutes early. | Kendall Marshall | A | |
56 | Celtics | Jabari Bird | SG | 6-6 | Cal | Bird has been slow to develop but has the physical tools to make it. He seems like a long shot to make the roster and might not ever be an impact guy in the League. | – | C+ |
57 | Nets | Aleksandar Vezenkov | PF | 6-9 | Bulgaria | A gamer who really knows how to play but lacks ideal size and athleticism. A decent value this late in the draft. | – | B |
58 | Knicks | Ognjen Jaramaz | PG | 6-5 | Serbia | A bouncy and exciting PG prospect who continues the trend of international prospects to NY. | – | B+ |
59 | Spurs | Jaron Blossomgame | SF | 6-7 | Clemson | I’m not the biggest Blossomgame fan but if the Spurs are drafting him…ok. Playing against Kawhi every day could do wonders for his game. | – | B |
60 | Jazz | Alpha Kaba | PF | 6-10 | France | An intriguing physical specimen who is a long way from being NBA ready. Good draft and stash pick at #60. | – | B- |
by NBA Draft Room