/ 200 lbs. Miller wasn't even a top-10 prospect in the Class of 2022, which seems ridiculous in hindsight. Fr Wed love the team to use one of these selections on a G-League player such as Marjon Beauchamp or Jaden Hardy. But with concerns about his ability to stay healthy, falling outside of the top-10 still feels like a fair range for him. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). As it is, he's a lesser prospect but still worthy of a first-round prick because he's an instant-offense scorer and ever-improving passer who projects as a rotation player as long as he shows he's not too much of a defensive liability. Harrison has a massive frame standing at 6-foot-5, 315 pounds and would become QB Joe . 6'8" And he was a great teammate. It'll frankly be surprising if it's anybody other than Miller or one of the players just listed. 1. At 6-foot-6 and 220 pounds, Mathurin is a very good athlete who is also a proven three-point shooter. Pepperdine Davis reportedly met with the Spurs for a pre-draft workout, and if he is available when San Antonio is on the clock, its a marriage that would make a lot of sense. Wembanyama is unlike any prospect who has ever existed and will go No. While San Antonios dreams of landing one of the top four players in this draft are now history, there should still be plenty of talent on the board when it comes time for the Spurs to make a selection in the lottery. With his wingspan and vertical pop, any teams that thought they could get him as a second-round sleeper are now out of luck. This makes great sense as the follow-up high first-rounder to quarterback Zach Wilson. If hes here, I cant imagine the Hawks pass on him. 22 in the 2023 NFL Draft. After performing well during his athletic testing at the NBA Draft Combine, the 6-foot-8 prospect decided to opt-out of the 5-on-5 scrimmages because he was reportedly comfortable with his projected range on draft night. Orlando Magic: Patrick Baldwin (Milwaukee Panthers: Wing, Freshman, 6-9), 33. The 2022 NBA Finals are over, which means the 2022 NBA Draft is coming up. 2022 NBA Mock Draft: Team Fits The 2022 NBA Draft is officially a week away. He's a natural scorer who is averaging 19.0 points and 8.3 rebounds while shooting 44.4% from 3-point range on 7.1 attempts per contest. 5 overall, and Id be shocked if he fell out of the lottery. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nba | pageType: stories | We had Max three times before we actually picked the team, in three camps, and he was that way from the first camp. 6'3" Since our last update after the order was set, a lot has changed. LaRavia is the type of player who would do well in San Antonios development system. But his abilities as a shot creator at the rim and on the perimeter make him an enticing project. Orlando Magic: Jabari Smith, PF, Auburn, Fr. 1 overall. 6'6" 1 overall even though they got him with the third pick? The second camp, he was going to be first in line to make sure everybody knew, saw the way the drill was supposed to go. Whitehead suffered a lower-leg injury in January that reportedly looked scarier than it actually is. The @toledo_mbb star is one of the players I'm most excited to watch at the NBA draft combine in Chicago. All 262 picks in the 2022 NFL Draft will soon become an official reality. 36. After a unique path brought him to the G League Ignite, MarJon Beauchamp played his way into first-round consideration in 2021-22. Davison from Alabama. San Antonio Spurs Draft Spurs NBA mock draft has SA taking yet another guard in 2022 By Josh Paredes Dec 4, 2021 San Antonio Spurs Gregg Popovich / Michael Reaves/GettyImages If. NBA Mock Draft 2022: Spurs get help in the frontcourt, The Spurs have waived Isaiah Roby, signed Sandro Mamukelashvili. / 195 lbs. 1st Round: 1. Rookie Wire took one final look at the next rookie class and projected all 58 picks based on the latest information available ahead of the draft on Thursday. 20-year-old forward Jake LaRavia is one of my favorite do-it-all prospects in this draft class, an ideal modern-day four. Plus, the last time the Spurs used a first-round pick on an upperclassman from Wake Forest, it turned out well. Luckily for the Spurs, the talent in the 2022 NBA Draft is filled with high floor options at their positions of need. 6'4" Hutchinson is relentless and explosive and can be downright dominant, taking over games at times with his pass rush skills. Ive had Mathurin fifth on the Spurs Big Board since the beginning, largely due to talk behind the scenes that the Spurs have long been interested in him. pic.twitter.com/jr3UKtpmKL, Bryan Kalbrosky (@BryanKalbrosky) June 8, 2022, Wake Forest Demon Deacons: Wing, Junior, 6-8. If I have to grab ten rebounds per game and shoot two shots, Ill do that. I like the fit of Daniels next to Damian Lillard. Let's look at the way our mock sets up at this early stage, followed by the top storylines we expect to follow this class into 2022: Note: The projected 2022 draft order is based on 2021-22 NBA . If Phoenix brass decides someone like Ayton is not worth the max, the team will likely look to pull off a sign-and-trade. Miller could still withdraw from the NBA draft to play for the G League Ignite. Instead of concurring another mock draft that uses similar theories as to which player will go there, this serves a different purpose. Alabama I predict we will hear the same thing from the Rockets if they land Dukes Paolo Banchero. His brother is considered the slightly better prospect, but the Thompson twins are similar and potentially special at the next level. He's the second-best college player on a legitimate national-title contender who is shooting above 40% from 3-point range and is versatile and strong enough to defend guards and centers. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. / 231 lbs. Sharpe averaged 31.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.2 steals per 40 minutes playing against EYBL competition, via Cerebro Sports. / 195 lbs. With the selection order firmly in place, the sports media has been publishing its respective mock drafts including College Sports Wire's Patrick Conn who released his sixth edition of . Toronto Raptors: Peyton Watson (UCLA Bruins: Wing, Freshman, 6-8), 34. The Cowboys need to add some strong, powerful run blocking to the mix after moving on from Connor Williams and Lae'l Collins. Meanwhile, other notable names (e.g. 1. The Rockets dont have a true point guard, so he can step right in and be a go-to playmaking option. The draft has been perceived to have four potential starsJabari Smith, Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, Jaden Ivey. Las Vegas Raiders. Cleveland is a 5-star recruit. The Spurs roster isnt necessarily balanced at this point. Hendricks is arguably the most out-of-nowhere prospect in college considering he was only ranked 67th in the Class of 2022, according to 247Sports. 1 Tre'Davious White will be coming off a torn ACL for his Age 27 season. Just read this quote about Christie during his time with Team USA (via The Athletic): Always the first to show up in the gym. Our @BryanKalbrosky recently spoke with the 6-foot-11, left-handed ball handler to discuss his role at the next level.https://t.co/ZCF0gpdg4K pic.twitter.com/QqC9nnxNZz. This is the dream scenario for the Pistons. He's a 6-10 big with a jumper that has improved in two years at Dayton. The 2022 Draft class started its NBA journey in Brooklyn on Thursday night. I think the biggest surprise of the draft will be how high Florida States John Butler hears his name called. Fr 1 overall pick. Davis no doubt eats up space against the run but he's also shown the athleticism to be disruptive as an interior pass rusher in the right scheme, which Baltimore has for him. But the 6-6 wing has been tremendous since enrolling at Ohio State, where's averaging more than 17 points and shooting better than 47% from the field. 1 for Magic, unpredictable lottery picks add excitement. 21) Denver Nuggets: Jalen Williams- Wing Santa Clara The Santa Clara product has been a massive draft riser over the. Until then, it's anybody's best guess how this year's selections will unfold, starting with the Jaguars on the clock at No. Sign up for the Layup Lines newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. 21 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Murray is the only college basketball player on record to make at least 60 dunks and 3-pointers in the same season. 7'0" We're a little over a week away from finding out where the San Antonio Spurs will be selecting in the 2022 NBA Draft. The Grizzlies have such a deep roster that they could take a gamble with Miller, who is probably two years away from being two years away. 6'8" 1 pick slated to hit restricted free agency, theres rumors that the Spurs have interest in him. Kessler is a fantastic shot-blocker. For San Antonio, this years iteration of the NBA Draft is going to be key for the team to retool and earn a playoff spot after a three-season hiatus. I dont like the fit of Jaden Ivey in Sacramento. Another Williams for the Spurs this time Jalen Williams out of Santa Clara. Overtime Elite Sensabaugh was only ranked as the 65th-best prospect in the Class of 2022, which suggests he was never supposed to be a one-and-done first-round pick. Magic draft Paolo. 10 to 16. Gambling problem? Charlotte Hornets: Justin Lewis (Marquette Golden Eagles: Big, Sophomore, 6-7), 46. The Titans must develop some depth and starting potential around center Ben Jones and with Johnson and Smith off the board, Green is a great value pick given his strength and nastiness needed for their downhill running game. At the time of writing, the Detroit Pistons are tied for the second-worst record in the league with the San Antonio Spurs, 1.5 games ahead . Holmgren, who looks massively tall even when standing next to NBA legends like David Robinson and Dirk Nowitzki, is a fascinating prospect and I think he will hear his name called with the first pick in the draft. Australias Dyson Daniels has done very well for himself during the pre-draft process thus far, and I think he could go as high as No. So do you want to know what he does at the beginning of the workout? On May 17th, the NBA Draft Lottery will be taking place, an event. Thats where youre going to get the most bang for your buck. A random Wednesday night in the NBA had some remarkably efficient performances, Open Thread: Spurs Reppin in All-Stars throughout history. They would be thrilled, if they don't trade down, to have Stingley still available with the Gardner rise. Meanwhile, San Antonio finds that second star behind the aforementioned Murray to help expedite a rebuild. His ability to shoot from both the free throw line and 3-point line is an indicator that he'll be a shooter in the NBA. If they use a late first-round pick on him, they can also get Butler locked in on a cheaper guaranteed contact while he fills out his frame. Beauchamp is a good fit for the modern NBA, and he projects as a potential 3-and-D wing who can potentially fill a valuable role in the pros. To get a better projection of where all of the projected top prospects stand currently, we compiled mock drafts from ESPN, The Athletic, Bleacher Report, The Ringer, Sports Illustrated,. Note: The 2022 draft will only. Williams scores extremely high with regard to his character, comes from a strong family (his dad is a gastroenterologist, his sister is in the WNBA) and plays a focused brand of basketball. South Carolina Always, we go through drills at the first camp. Even after trading Derrick White to the Boston Celtics back in February, theres too many wings in the mix. The fact that he's doing this for an Alabama team that's 11-0 in the SEC and winning its games by an average of 22.3 points underlines how these aren't empty stats as much as they're numbers being created by an awesome player on an awesome team. Wesley, who only recently turned 19 years old, still needs to improve his efficiency. If I have to guard the best guy on the court but I wont get a shot for ten possessions, Ill do that. Hes the extrovert when it comes to things like that. Daniels will be a very good defender and will take pressure off of Lillard on that end. With Davis off the board to potentially beef up their defensive line, the Chargers have an easy pivot to think about their interior offensive line, where right guard is a big weakness next to solid veterans Matt Feiler and Corey Linsley. He was only 6-foot-3 when he enrolled at Santa Clara and was expected to play point guard. Expect them to complete the late pivot to this rising versatile hybrid stud. Ive got a first-round grade on Rollins, and think he has helped himself in the pre-draft process. Wesley is a slippery athlete that could make for a scary duo next to Ja Morant if he reaches his peak. Terry carries with him a jovial demeanor and unabashed confidence, and both will leave a mark with decision-makers around the league. 4 overall. Minnesota Timberwolves: Walker Kessler (Auburn Tigers: Big, Sophomore, 7-1), 49. This 6-7 guard is one of the two Thompson twins expected to go in the top 10 of this draft. Michael Sykes, II (@MikeDSykes) May 20, 2022. Recent history indicates that every season, at . Wing-shooting has never been more important in the NBA than it is right now. Ron Rivera and Scott Turner have hinted at how much they love the Ohio State wideout options early in the draft and with Wilson gone they will be fine going with his equally dynamic teammate. 7'4" These guys arent the same player, so bear with me for a second, but I think drafting Notre Dames Blake Wesley would be a similar type of pick. If they do, however, I think they would take a serious look at Baylors Jeremy Sochan. 1 in this draft regardless of which team picks first. From there, the Spurs go with someone like a former top-10 recruit in guard J.D. LaRavia is the type of player who could help young stars develop by doing all the dirty work. 6'2" 6'4" Former Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba is the first wide receiver taken in the 2023 NFL Draft in Mel Kiper Jr.'s Mock 2.0, which was released Tuesday. The Chiefs could use some help in the middle between Nick Bolton and Willie Gay and very much like Lloyd in a smaller, more compact package, Dean is a rangy playmaker who does everything well required of the position, including fly over the field and inspire with his leadership. Houston Rockets Patrick Baldwin Jr. 6-keys: media/spln/nba/reg/free/stories, France As always, I should remind you that team needs are not considered for this mock draft because while SportsLine projections are used to determine the order, the official draft order won't be set until after the lottery. Theres a definite chance that he ends up not being athletic enough for the NBA but Id like this gamble, especially after picking relatively sure-things in Mathurin and the other Williams. Ivey is a great fit. outside of the lottery who manage to stick around as positive contributors once they turn pro. If the Spurs can get a nice bounty for Johnson before he collects a big check following the 2022-23 season, it would make sense. I just want to make sure when he shoots, hes not shooting air balls. Sr 20. This Murray won't quite do that but has still shown enough as a versatile two-way player to be selected in this draft. As a change-of-pace ball-handler with good size and defensive upside, there is so much to like about Daniels potential fit in New Orleans. Fr He's an explosive athlete who shoots it well enough from 3-point range to make him a lock for the top-10 of this draft even if Villanova is having a disappointing season. The guard has been potent to start the year while averaging. His 3-point percentage being above 40% suggests he'll be a reliable shooter at the next level. Iowa But a lot can change between now and the end of April and the NFL Combine just kicked off in Indianapolis. He wreaks havoc on the defensive end of the floor, and thats going to help him stay on the floor in the NBA. Atlanta Hawks: Christian Koloko (Arizona Wildcats: Big, Junior, 7-1), 45. Im unselfish. He is going to become a better 3-point shooter, one NBA scout, who believes Banchero is the best player in the class, told For The Win. At 6-foot-10 and with plus-level passing ability, he could morph into a star. Multiple former NBA players told me Howard was the best NBA prospect at last year's Iverson Classic even though he was ranked outside of the top 40 of the Class of 2022. I was recently told by a Western Conference scout that a few rival teams believe that Mark Williams would be the pick at nine if the Spurs go with a big even over other bigs like Duren, Sochan and Eason. Marcus Epps has been just OK and Anthony Harris has faded fast. Teaming the athletic freak of nature that is Duren and LaMelo Ball would be an exciting development for the basketball world. Auburn forward Jabari Smith takes a shot against Vanderbilt forward. The 2023 NFL Draft is still roughly two months away. 6'9" I think Sharpe makes sense here but if hes off the board, this is a landing spot for Murray. He has a high ceiling and fits the roster reasonably well. / 192 lbs. The guy whod say Hey, fellas, lets make sure we pick up the trash in the cafeteria. He was that guy. Indiana Unknown in 2022, Alcaraz returns to Rio Open as a . Howard has been skyrocketing on draft boards since the start of the 2022-'23 season and it's understandable as he stands at 6-foot-8. / 232 lbs. 6'8" Johnson has gone from having great appeal as a freaky pass rusher to showing a complete game for the outside. Houston They all have one thing in common and its being irritating. Like many others, I believe Kentuckys TyTy Washington played out of position last season, as he looked much more comfortable as a point guard. Murray recently spoke to For The Win, and he told us about the impact that he will make at the next level: I dont care what my role is, I just want to win games. Continuing with their international theme of the past, Serbias Nikola Jovic would also be a tremendous fit. It also provides them a starter-caliber center to replace Ayton. Button shares his 2023 TSN Mock Draft. That should change, because McDonald dominated at the Senior Bowl and . 06/18/22 By Joe DiTullio. star pass-catcher with the No. The 2022 Finals MVP and four-time champion annually anchors the points, threes and free throw percentage categories in fantasy basketball. Im good in the pick and roll and Im good off the ball, coming off down screens and catch and shoots. Week 15 is now officially in the books, which means it's time for another NFL mock draft. Head coach Tom Thibodeau loves tough players and they dont come much tougher than Davis. He has great hands and dunks everything (he led the nation in dunks, in fact). Soph SKYCITY New Zealand Breakers: Wing, International, 6-9. Could the San Antonio Spurs target Mark Williams in the draft? Filipowski is a 6-11 big who is an elite rebounder and comfortable 3-point shooter. FULL INTERVIEW: https://t.co/Lp7QnnI61o @_moneyballrypic.twitter.com/1mffxhN85g, Bryan Kalbrosky (@BryanKalbrosky) May 12, 2022. Im a quick learner. Should he go to the right situation, former Tennessee star wide receiver Jalin Hyatt could be an . Fr Griffin has an argument for being the best shooter in the draft this side of Jabari Smith. 7 (CBS Sports). Sr Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Atlantas defense needs a lot of work, and Eason was one of the most productive defensive playmakers in all of college basketball. Williams has a larger standing reach than NBA centers like Rudy Gobert and Mo Bamba. Hell get looks in the lottery, and while Im not quite there with him yet, I do think the Bulls would be a good fit as a plug-and-play option due to his rim pressure and shooting volume. 12. Lets take a first look at how the 2022 NBA Draft could shake out for Silver and Black. Cleveland Cavaliers: Christian Braun (Kansas Jayhawks: Wing, Junior, 6-6), 40. 6'7" Villanova 5 overall on June 23. Several prospects used the NBA Draft Combine to improve their draft stock. Just days away from the big night, reports are flying around about the number of potential . 6'5" After starting off the season as one of the best players in college basketball, injuries eventually slowed Johnny Davis productivity at Wisconsin. The Panthers have been thinking offensive lineman for a while too but are getting to the point with the existing Sam Darnold mess and the failed Baker Mayfield dalliance that they can't ignore a top QB when given this early high-first-round opportunity. Ayton, 23, is likely set to receive max contract offers on the open market. 6'7" Being long and athletic and disruptive, thats what I try to show in my game and my defense. There is a lot to like when it comes to Christian Koloko, and he would be a fantastic selection late in the first round. Still, his potential to be a two-way lead guard is intriguing, especially considering he's shooting above 40% from 3-point range for a big-brand SEC program. A total of 112 draft prospects withdrew from the 2022 NBA Draft on June 1 ahead of the early-entry deadline and on June 13, a handful of international prospects withdrew their names from. The organization may feel similarly, too, as the Pelicans recently hosted Daniels for a pre-draft workout. The path to the 2023 NFL Draft will cross a major checkpoint with the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine taking place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from Feb. 28 to March 6. The 19-year-old out of Arizona has a chance of developing into a high volume scorer. Still boasting three first-round picks, the Spurs simply go best-player available to add to their young core. 6'7" Brown would make the Timberwolves more athletic and give them a player who looks best suited to thrive next to star talent. . Scott is one of the best athletes in the 2023 NFL Draft and was No. But one of the biggest prizes is Serbias Nikola Jovic, who was recently named the Adriatic League Top Prospect. G League Ignite Minnesota Timberwolves: Trevor Keels (Duke Blue Devils: Wing, Freshman, 6-4), 51. When the lottery balls stopped bouncing, the San Antonio Spurs ended up with the ninth overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. While comparisons to Ja Morant are a bit unfair, because Morant is a far better playmaker, Purdues Jaden Ivey is the best backcourt prospect in this class by a wide margin. 1. The Sporting News' official mock draft below attempts to project each pick from what could be one of the more chaotic first rounds in recent draft history. Two straight wins can really help keep things in perspective. Mega Soccerbet: Wing, International, 6-10. / 198 lbs. Aside from needing a steadfast go-to scorer, San Antonios most glaring hole on their roster is a lack of talent at both forward positions. When it comes to glue guys and all-around connectors, Arizonas Dalen Terry may be the best we have in this class. The Brooklyn Nets opted to defer the option to use the No. Miller is a wing with tremendous size who has shown he can play on or off the ball. 1 and complement fellow former Buckeye Terry McLaurin well to boost new starting QB Carson Wentz. No one did more to improve their draft stock during the pre-draft process than Santa Claras Jalen Williams. Gardner can give them that kind of juice as he's settled into to be a safer pick that Derek Stingley Jr. with more athletic upside and more reliable size. Soph 2022 NBA Mock Draft 4.0: Predicting all 58 picks, starting off with Chet Holmgren Bryan Kalbrosky 2/16/2022 | "Game-Changer" for Americans in Debt: 0% APR Until 2024 Ad Microsoft Get Paid. Through these conversations, weve learned more about what makes these prospects tick and how they see themselves as future NBA players. Picking 9th, 20th, 25th, and 38th on June 23rd, the Silver and Black have ample opportunity to improve their roster before free agency begins on July 1st. / 230 lbs. Many talent evaluators would be willing to take the gamble on the prospect, even though he didnt play a minute of college basketball. Im long, athletic. Its not hard to see the pitch for Smith, who is 6-foot-10 and 18 years old but already has shown legitimate potential as a shot creator.