1 of 6 There is still a lot of discussion about who will get the Orlando Magic with the No. 1 of the general selection. New questions about Chet Holmgren have also emerged. Transactions are also discussed, starting with the Sacramento Kings at No. 4. It is not uncommon to hear something specific before draft week, so the next few days should include a lot more gossip. 2 of 6 Smith also worked for the Oklahoma City Thunder and spent many days with them. This suggests that the Magic have not given him any assurance that they will compile it first. Smith also worked out in Orlando. There were also questions about Holgren’s willingness to take a physical test and the NBA heart test. It is not clear if he intends or has only for specific groups, but the idea that he is trying to direct his way to (or away from) specific groups is out there. 3 of 6 Powerful and explosive with a size of 6’6 “(in shoes) and a sweet shot, Mathurin looks great in a training environment. He is more proven than Shaedon Sharpe, much more athletic than AJ Griffin and the most dangerous scorer / shooter in comparison with Dyson Daniels. The Sacramento Kings, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers and Portland Trail Blazers could all see Maturin fit for a 2/3 position. Its range is similar to No. 4-7. 4 of 6 Although Shaedon Sharpe has never played a single minute in Kentucky, most assume he offers too many advantages to move the teams to No. 6-10. Not everyone, meanwhile, has bought Griffin for more than just shooting. In 39 games at Duke, he averaged 38 assists, 20 steals and 53 free throws. This has raised questions about the lack of a burst and its heavier legs for creation, blasting or defense. Although we have not received any information about Griffin’s medical records raising red flags, his history of high school injuries is well known. Griffin on the board when the New York Knicks pick at No. 11 sounds possible. 5 of 6 It is considered a high-risk, high-reward option, so loyalists can look temptingly upward in a range where most candidates are projected as role players. The idea for Dieng, a 6’9 “wing with guard skills, has always been more exciting than his production. its evolution. Dieng is rumored to be ahead of the New Orleans Pelicans at No. 8 or the San Antonio Spurs at No. 9. 6 of 6 At this stage, the price for option No. 4 is considered to be steep, although it would normally be days before the draft. This price will probably fall as we approach 8 p.m. of Thursday. While Jaden Ivey is widely regarded as the fourth best prospect in the draft, the teams also say we should never expect anything when it comes to Sacramento. Shaedon Sharpe is considered a sleep option if the Kings stay in place, although Keegan Murray is also considered to be gaining attention. – Jake LaRavia has been called back for many second training sessions. The assumption is that it goes somewhere in the 20s. The general consensus is that he is an extremely capable, intelligent forward whose flexibility controls the right boxes in today’s NBA. – Andrew Nembhard could have sneaked into the 1920s after winning teams during the NBA combined. Although it was only a fight, he easily dominated the prospects of the second round with more freedom than he had in Gonzaga. Johnny Davis’s draft has a common belief at No. 10. Most expect the Washington Wizards to pick him up if he is on the board and there will be no more surprises. Scouts expect teen draft teams in the 1920s to make their choices available. Next year’s draft is expected to be one of the best in recent memory, so some non-lottery teams may play entirely in their 2022 selections if they can add another first round next year. – There is an assumption that Dalen Terry will be the first round of selection, with rumors circulating about him alleviating concerns about shooting numbers during training. At 6’7 “with a wingspan of almost 7’1”, he is a unique player given the fact that he played point guard and defended the wings. Once the big names leave the board, being unique could add value to that blueprint.
