6. Oklahoma City Thunder
Scottie Barnes, SF, Florida State
Sam Presti has built up assets in Oklahoma City in the form of draft picks and young talent. He will have a chance to land more this year and Scottie Barnes could lead the way. Barnes is a guaranteed lottery pick that could sneak his way into the top five.
Barnes is a versatile big that can play many positions on both sides of the floor. He will continue to improve as a shooter and this is where he could take that next step. Where he stands right now, Barnes is one of the top players in the draft.
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7. Golden State Warriors (from Minnesota Timberwolves)
Davion Mitchell, PG, Baylor
Davion Mitchell was a key factor to Baylor winning a championship this season. His age at 22 is something that could shy teams away but there is no doubt of his ability. Mitchell is the best defender in the draft and can get his own shot offensively.
There is a feeling that the Warriors could trade this pick but if they keep it, Mitchell could be the pick. What better way to learn during early years in the league than from guards like Steph Curry and Klay Thompson?
8. Orlando Magic (from Chicago Bulls)
Keon Johnson, PG, Tennessee
If Mitchell is the best on-ball defender, Johnson could be right behind him. This is the end of the floor where he excelled for Tennessee. Johnson rates as a strong two-way player at the next level. Orlando could take a versatile player like Kuminga with the fifth pick and has a chance to land another piece to the backcourt here.
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9. Sacramento Kings
Jalen Johnson, PF, Duke
There will be plenty of checks done on Johnson over the next month or so. He suffered a foot injury and opted out of the season for Duke. If he checks out, Johnson could find his way into the top 10 and it seems like the Sacramento Kings will be interested.
During his 13 games, Johnson showed an ability to finish at the rim and use his physicality. Johnson can run the floor in transition but will have to improve as a shooter. Sacramento is hoping that Johnson can turn into a durable player that can contribute in the frontcourt right away.
10. New Orleans Pelicans
Moses Moody, SG, Arkansas
The goal for the New Orleans Pelicans in the offseason will be to try and add some pieces around Zion Williamson. Here, they could opt for an elite scorer with ability from the three-point line. Moses Moody led Arkansas to the Elite Eightwith 16.8 points per game while shooting 35.8% from beyond the arc. This is a wing prospect that could start right away for New Orleans and bring some help to their star power.
