Jordan Hawkins (Connecticut, SG/SF, Sophomore), Overlooked because of:Limited creation or versatility, Undervalued because of:Translatable/valued shot-making. Walsh has flashed enough shooting mechanics plus off-the-dribble maneuvering, touch shots, physical finishes (64.9% at rim), effort and foot speed for teams to bet on off-ball scoring and defense from the 3 or 4 position. Durant, a four-time scoring champion, now sets his sights on Hakeem Olajuwon in 12th place. Miller continues to shoot at a clip that once felt unsustainable: 42.4 percent on 7.2 three-point attempts per game. Hes averaging three made 3-pointers in just 26 minutes per game, burying jumpers off spot-ups (47.1%) and screens (43.6 percent). At 6-foot-5, he can move his feet, check smaller guards, and be versatile on the perimeter. Remember Darren Collison? We are not making it all up in our heads, thinking well of Kris Dunn because we want to: he has real talents to bring, and a body that for the time being will allow him to use them. 22. In short, hes solid across the board and someone scouts are looking at as a two-way connective piece. Showing good instincts while hunting shots off the ball, he proved to be one of the more well-rounded, consistent offensive players on the west coast as a junior. Overlooked because of:Scouts unfamiliarity, limited creation, Undervalued because of:NBA tools, valued archetype. Los Angeles Clippers: Coleman Hawkins (Illinois, PF, Junior). Exceptionally long wing who took a major leap as a jump shooter and shot creator in his third year at Santa Clara and showed his work at the NBA Draft Combine. Although his jumper hasn't been falling lately, his 2.0 made threes per game and mid-range shot-making suggest it's worth betting on enough adequate shooting to complement his slashing and transition offense. See the best remaining players on the draft board during the 2023 NBA Draft with Draftcast on ESPN. Despite having already turned 23 years old, Peterson is becoming interesting with his ball-handling and creation flashes, shot-making versatility and passing (4.7 assists) at 6'9". Fans love mock draftsand big boards (click here to see Travis Branham's first big board)but theres a reason NBA front offices dont rank potential draft prospects this early in the season, because things change at such a rapid rate. In UCLAs dominant 87-60 win over Maryland on Tuesday night, Clark again showed tools that are going to intrigue NBA decision makers. Jones feels highly adaptable for the next level with his ball-screen play and passing IQ (5.6 apg), improving shot-making and physical tools for driving, finishing and defending multiple positions. He figures to only make more fans during the predraft process with his measurements, workouts in front of executives and interviews. At 6'7", he has plenty of shot-making skill and improved creation ability for one-on-one scoring and secondary playmaking. This mock draft order was based on NBA standings heading into Monday, February 27. He's still a first-round prospect, though. Lately, he's answered key ones that popped up earlier in the season, when he struggled to convert around the basket. UConn guard Jordan Hawkins could be an undervalued prospect in the 2023 Draft class. Its also left nearly every offense the Bruins have faced in tatters, like the ripped practice jerseys Clark regularly cycles through. . Jaylen Clarks explosiveness and intuitiveness make him among the top defenders on a UCLA team that often struggles in that department. The five players with the most steals in UCLA history are all point guards, making Clark something of an outlier. Early on, NBA coaches may find more use for his defensive tools and activity, given his 6-foot-9, 210-pound frame, mobility, motor and ability to contest shots at the rim and away from it. 8. Hes not just a stopper on that end though, hes also a playmaker with 2.7 steals per game. Ive just got to get a case, Clark said. Tyus Edney piled up steals by studying the guy he was guarding, the onetime UCLA point guard comparing the first few minutes of each game to boxers feeling each other out at the start of a match. The toxicology report, per the Athens-Clark County Police Department, determined that LeCroy's blood alcohol level was at .197, which is more than two times the legal limit in Georgia. Jaylen Clark has really starred in his role so far this season at UCLA. Despite questions about how well he'll be able to create for himself in the half court, scouts still buy his passing IQ, three-level shot-making and defense all translating. A significant rise in playing time as a junior has ensured a breakthrough. Questions about his 6'3", 172-pound frame and long-range shooting have kept interest from blowing up, but scouts are monitoring his recent three-point streak (he's 8-of-10 from deep over his last four games). His draft range will be wide if he does enter in 2023. Bolch was once selected by NBA TVs The Starters as the Worst of the Week after questioning their celebrity journalism-style questions at an NBA All-Star game and considers it one of his finer moments. Vukevi has looked like a more believable prospect this year, shooting 37.7 percent from three and delivering more frequent flashes of face-up offense and passing. After a strong start to the season, Pelle Larsson hasnt put up especially big numbers in his last three games. All teams missing the playoffs are in the Lottery, Teams with worse records get more chances at winning a top four pick (more ping pong ball combos), The 1st overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, The 2nd overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, The 3rd overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, The 4th overall pick is awarded by a drawing of ping pong balls, Remaining lottery teams, sorted by record, fill out picks 5-14, Playoff teams, sorted by record, are assigned picks 15-30 - playoff seeds and outcomes have no impact, Random drawing decides who picks first between teams with same record, Tied lottery teams split their ping pong balls evenly, and any odd remainder and the better draft order position are given to the random drawing winner, Second round is ordered by record without playoff consideration, Second round ties are in reverse order of the teams' first round picks. 36. Indiana Pacers (via Cavaliers): Maxwell Lewis (Pepperdine, SG/SF, Sophomore). Averaging 0.79 points per pull-up jump shot [53rd percentile] he often used the threat of his jumper to help himself get downhill. Overlooked because of:Lack of production, limited creation skill, shooting numbers, average athleticism, Undervalued because of:Physical tools, shot-making potential, valued archetype. It may be worth thinking about the 6'7", 232-pound forward more as a small-ball 4. 23. It is my intention to return to Athens to answer the misdemeanor charges against me and to make certain that the complete and accurate truth is presented. He's also playing with noticeable energy and activity, which has made him a bigger off-ball scoring threat and disruptive defender. Showing a sense of urgency and using his length while contesting shots, Williams was solid on the defensive end at the collegiate level but was more active on the glass and in the passing lanes some nights than others. 7. Jaylen Clark is making room for it in his mind. These prospects have already caught scouts attention, but a strong January and February should solidify interest for this upcoming June. Memphis Grizzles (via Timberwolves): Jaylen Clark (UCLA, SF, Junior) Clark is starting to build an NBA role-player case around versatility, defense and palpable impact (leads NCAA in box plus . Two new underclassmen have jumped into our first-round projections, including one who's making his debut on the 2023 board. Hes averaging almost 15 points per game, shooting 40% from behind the arc, grabbing over 7 rebounds, and blocking 1.7 shots per game. Judah Mintz Syracuse. Dick has already secured the "safe" label from scouts, given how easy it is to picture a plug-and-play fit in a 6'8" sharpshooter, athletic finisher, smart/tough defender and sound decision-maker. UCLA guard Jaylen Clark blocks a shot by Norfolk State guard Joe Bryant Jr. during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. Ben Howland understands why that matters. His defensive activity and energy have been selling points as well, as Mintz is averaging 2.3 spg off ball pressure, happy feet and good intensity. The first and most obvious way in which he impacted the game was with his defensive energy, his ability to get steals and deflections, and ultimately help the Bruins generate their transition offense from their defense. The performance was a reminder why he's a likely outlier who doesn't require the highest skill level to score or play-make. Clark, the runaway leader this season with 220 deflections defined as steals, blocks, tipped passes and loose balls collected has picked a prime spot in his apartment to showcase his bone. 49. Everything else about it feels easy to buy, given his ball-handling and burst for creation, athletic finishing and speciality shot-making inside the arc. Oklahoma City Thunder: Cam Whitmore (Villanova, SF, Freshman). Select the third team from the drop down menu. 43. 6-5, 200 | Class of 2020. Jaylen Clark. UCLAs Jaylen Clark could be a valuable pick in the late first or early second round of the 2023 draft. 6. The play of Brandon Miller, Nick Smith Jr.'s return and the Thompsons' upside may at least make the Spurs think before taking Henderson. Choose at least two teams from the menus below to start your trade. Kind of reminds me of Halliburton. Collison taught his protege to get up on his man, know when hes going to change hands and take something away so that when he tries to counter, Clark can be ready. All content 2000-2023 RealGM, L.L.C. Overlooked because of:athletic limitations, lack of self-creation, low-volume shooting, Undervalued because of:versatility/projected fit, two-way tools, improving shooting. Despite weighing just 172 pounds, he takes contact well. Both coaches favored forcing players toward the baseline and used similar help rotations. (B/R) With conference play underway, were bound to see a handful of under-the-radar NBA prospects start to creep their way up Draft boards. Some scouts sound convinced that injuries have affected Whitehead's play. Jalen Pickett (born October 22, 1999) is an American college basketball player for the Penn State Nittany Lions of the Big Ten Conference. 52. Jalen Williams is a long, smooth small forward who turned a corner in his development as a junior at Santa Clara. 40. Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (face) is available on Friday night versus UCLA Sports Jaylen Clark helps No. Hes up to eight 3-point makes over Alabamas last five games, appearing more confident in his release, which is quick and concise with minimal dip. Jaylen Clark has really starred in his role so far this season at UCLA. Its a Mick Cronin tradition going back to the coachs days in Cincinnati. Hes averaging 14.6 ppg (and 22.5 points per 40 minutes) despite receiving a combined 14 ball-screen and isolation possessions all season. Position Small Forward. The following prospects are still in the early stages of their potential rises and arent considered lottery picks or necessarily top-20 prospects. On the surface, Norchard Omier looks like a guy who shouldnt translate. All rights reserved. Whether we're talking 2023 or 2024 remains to be seen, but he's generating NBA buzz with his versatility and efficiency, particularly after scoring a season-high 28 points in a win over Wisconsin on Sunday. These charges implicate Carter in a Jan. 15 car crash that resulted in the deaths of Georgia offensive linemen Devin Willock and team recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy. Nick Agar-Johnson brings Albert Ghim back on the Deep Dives podcast to talk about Albert's recent article on UCLA guard Jaylen Clark. Scouts remain high on Black's archetype (6'7" two-way playmaker), with many willing to look past his scoring limitations because of his translatable passing, defensive instincts, off-ball finishing and competitiveness. He picks his spots well to attack, and he uses his strength and off hand to convert around the basket. Stuck in a shooting slump the last few weeks, Clark might want to remind himself that earlier this season he became the only NBA, WNBA or Division I mens or womens player in the last 20 years to collect at least 15 points, seven rebounds and seven steals while making all seven shots during a rout of Sacramento State. He really doesnt have a weakness in his game when that jump shots falling, said Collison, whose 231 steals as a Bruin trail only Earl Watson (235) on the schools career list since it started tracking the statistic in 1978. Indiana Pacers: Nick Smith Jr. (Arkansas, PG/SG, Freshman). Hes making great decisions with the ball in his hands, getting into the lane enough to keep defenders honest, and becoming an analytics darling in the process. Teams will give thought to the idea of Clark carving out a defensive specialist role while still offering enough driving, play-finishing and passing for a fourth or fifth option. While he settled for some tough shots in the midrange, he finished at a strong rate, had no trouble creating separation, showed the ability to punish unders from beyond the arc, and scored in bunches when he ran hot from the field. Heres everything to know about the charges hes facing. He fights over screens, doesnt give up on plays, and uses his body effectively to defend multiple positions. Clark ended Thursday's 73-64 win over Stanford with 16 points (6-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals across 37 minutes. 15. Jonathan Wasserman provides his latest projections through 2 rounds after an early look at the potential 2023 class. Showing solid vision, Williams leveraged the defensive attention he commanded this season as a passer finding cutters with impressive consistency. Milwaukee Bucks: Mouhammed Gueye (Washington State, PF, Sophomore). Height: 6-5 (196cm) Weight: 210 (95kg), Current NBA Status: Draft Eligible in 2025, High School: Etiwanda High School [Rancho Cucamonga, California], Jump to: [ NCAA ] [ High School ] [ AAU ], Prep/High School: Etiwanda High School [Rancho Cucamonga, California]. NBA 2022 Draft Prospects | Jalen Williams | NBA.com 2022 NBA Draft Teams All Picks: 1-58 Trade Tracker News Video @NBADraft Full Draft Board 1 Round 1 ORL Paolo Banchero F 2 Round 1. The only clear path to upside calls for significant improvement to his shooting/mechanics, though there will be teams willing to bet on it given his age (19) and what a jumper could do for a 6'10" wing.