2015 NBA Draft Results: Post-Draft Stock Report for All 30 Teams
As the dust settles from the 2015 NBA draft, let's assess the stock of each franchise moving forward.
A host of talented prospects have officially joined the world's greatest basketball league, and every team has a new influx of draftees or trade acquisitions.
After months of scouting reports, mock drafts, rumors and hype, we finally know the destinations of the league's most coveted incomers. Some clubs absolutely nailed their selections, while others made puzzling or downright disappointing picks or trades.
It's been a busy week around the Association leading up to Thursday's festivities at Barclays Center. Who has emerged from the rubble with soaring stock, and who's in worse shape?
2015 Draft Results
1 of 31Here's a handy look at the official 2015 NBA draft results. For a more in-depth look at each team's outlook, let's dive into the stock reports starting on the next slide.
Atlanta Hawks
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Initially holding the No. 15 pick, the Atlanta Hawks proceeded to wheel and deal a bit on draft night.
They traded that mid-first-round pick, Kelly Oubre, to the Washington Wizards for the rights to No. 19 pick Jerian Grant and two future second-round picks.
Atlanta then traded Grant to the New York Knicks in exchange for shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr.
You can never have enough shooting, and John Jenkins will be a free agent, so it's not an awful pickup. But it isn't a move that's going to take the Hawks to the next level of title contention.
Neither will second-round draftees Marcus Eriksson from Sweden (No. 50) and Dimitrios Agravanis from Greece (No. 59).
Stock: Even
Boston Celtics
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Danny Ainge's Boston Celtics drafted a mixed bag Thursday, headlined by the surprising selection of Louisville guard Terry Rozier at No. 16.
The Rozier pick is puzzling because he's a combo guard who will be joining a backcourt that's already full of them. Boston's decision here might be motivated by a potential trade in the works.
By picking Georgia State's R.J. Hunter at No. 28, the Celtics immediately enhanced their shooting attack on the wing. Hunter is a smart, confident 2-guard with a quick release and unlimited range.
Their second-round picks were also up-and-down. LSU's Jordan Mickey (No. 33) could be an eventual contributor, but William and Mary's Marcus Thornton (No. 45) probably won't. There were more talented players available on the board.
Stock: Down
Brooklyn Nets
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Stuck with the 29th pick thanks to the Joe Johnson trade with the Atlanta Hawks (Atlanta had the rights to Brooklyn's No. 15 slot), the Brooklyn Nets went with a risk-reward commodity in Syracuse's Chris McCullough.
He is coming off an ACL injury suffered in January, so his recovery and development timetable is tenuous. However, when healthy, he's an electrifying above-the-rim player in transition and an agile shot-blocker.
This move makes sense because Thaddeus Young will be an unrestricted free agent and Mirza Teletovic will be a restricted free agent this summer.
However, it doesn't boost the Nets' stock at this juncture. The team's bigger move happened when it sent Mason Plumlee and No. 41 pick Pat Connaughton to the Portland Trail Blazers for Rondae Hollis-Jefferson and Steve Blake, per Yahoo Sports' Adrian Wojnarowski.
Stock: Down
Charlotte Hornets
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Michael Jordan's Charlotte Hornets had traded for Portland's Nicolas Batum earlier in the week, so picking Wisconsin's Frank Kaminsky makes a ton of sense.
Buzz City can count on Frank the Tank to space the floor with his prolific shooting. It's not often you find collegiate 7-footers who shoot 42 percent from beyond the arc, so Kaminsky is a special breed.
He can also attack off the bounce, whether it's on a face-up drive or post up. It remains to be seen how dangerous he'll be as a creator, but he'll give the Hornets schematic options. Whether he's operating next to Al Jefferson or Cody Zeller, he'll adapt and provide offense inside or out.
Kaminsky's defensive outlook isn't convincing, as he may have trouble keeping up with explosive bigs. Fortunately, coach Steve Clifford won't have to worry about things like effort and awareness.
Charlotte dealt its No. 39 pick Juan Vaulet to the Brooklyn Nets for two future second-round picks, but it still earns an upward stock after landing Kaminsky.
Stock: Up
Chicago Bulls
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Outside of Pau Gasol, the Chicago Bulls didn't get much offensive production from the frontcourt in 2014-15. Taj Gibson is mostly an energy big, and Joakim Noah's scoring efficiency tailed off big-time.
They are lucky someone of Bobby Portis' caliber fell to No. 22.
The Arkansas power forward won SEC Player of the Year honors because he outworked foes on the boards, posted up successfully and sprinkled in some jumpers. His ability to make quick duck-ins and present a timely target off cuts could help streamline coach Fred Hoiberg's attack.
He won't dramatically boost Chicago's bottom line initially, but he does give the team a nice two-way option off the bench.
Stock: Up
Cleveland Cavaliers
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Even though they didn't hang onto rock-solid point guard Tyus Jones (whom they picked at No. 24), the Cleveland Cavaliers still have a decent stock report coming out of the draft.
David Griffin flipped a mid-20s pick for two 30-range picks and a future second-rounder, which is a good deal.
While Jones is on the way out to Minnesota, the T-Wolves are sending Cleveland No. 31 pick Cedi Osman from Turkey, who will help the Cavs' long-term wing corps. Cleveland also receives No. 36 pick Rakeem Christmas, an NBA-ready combo big out of Syracuse who adds to the frontcourt depth. On top of those trade acquisitions, Cleveland snagged Sir'Dominic Pointer from St. John's, who could compete for a role because of his defense.
Adding these second-round assets gives the Cavs flexibility because they're non-guaranteed contracts. Those may come in handy in a potential trade involving Brendan Haywood.
Stock: Even
Dallas Mavericks
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For all of their offensive firepower, Rick Carlisle's Dallas Mavericks have had serious trouble playing defense in recent years. They surrendered 102.3 points per game in 2014-15, including a league-worst nine three-pointers per contest.
Virginia small forward Justin Anderson is a strong wing stopper who's well-equipped to check NBA slashers tomorrow. This was a nice addition at No. 21 that should help Dallas improve its two-way efficiency in the near future.
Anderson doesn't offer spellbinding scoring skills, but he went 47-of-104 (45 percent) from three-point range during 2014-15. All signs point toward his being a rock-solid three-and-D contributor.
The draft-and-stash selection of India's Satnam Singh won't dramatically affect Dallas' stock report. The Mavs did enough in the first round to earn an upward trajectory.
Stock: Up
Denver Nuggets
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At No. 7, the Denver Nuggets were willing to take a risk on one of the draft's most enigmatic commodities.
NBA success is far from guaranteed for the Chinese League prodigy, but Emmanuel Mudiay should give the Nuggets a strong, athletic playmaker who can slash and create off the bounce. If he can iron out his jump shot, he'll be a treacherous matchup for almost any defender.
Denver's selection of Mudiay could signal the departure of Ty Lawson, as Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix notes: "Mudiay makes sense for the Nuggets at No. 7. Team was looking to trade Lawson last year. There is a market for him. Mudiay('s) the future."
The club's second-round pick makes much less sense, as there's little to no chance Serbia's Nikola Radicevic will make a dent in the NBA.
Stock: Even
Detroit Pistons
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Stan Van Gundy and the Detroit Pistons were lacking a legitimate small forward, and their selection at No. 8 filled that void in a big way.
Motown added an NBA-ready body with a bevy of two-way potential in Arizona's Stanley Johnson.
He doesn't project to be a prolific offensive force, but Johnson can do a little bit of everything quite well. He can handle the rock, shoot triples and post up smaller wings. His defense may be more impactful early on, using his 240-pound frame and 6'11 ½" wingspan to stifle opponents of all shapes and sizes.
Johnson will mesh well in Detroit's system, as he can play on or off the ball. He'll be able to create for Andre Drummond in the pick-and-roll, and he'll also serve as a weak-side threat while Brandon Jennings sets the table.
As solid as Johnson is, Detroit might regret this pick if Duke's Justise Winslow turns into a star.
The Pistons' second-round choice was also at small forward, as they picked polished Villanova senior Darrun Hilliard.
Stock: Even
Golden State Warriors
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UCLA's Kevon Looney was once thought to be a lottery-caliber prospect, and he fell all the way to the Golden State Warriors at No. 30.
There's something to be said for a 6'9" forward with shooting potential and great rebounding numbers. Looney's slender frame, hip injury and raw playing style likely contributed to his tumble, but it's a worthwhile gamble for the reigning NBA champs.
Golden State doesn't need him to contribute right away, so it can take its time developing him with its top-notch D-League system in Santa Cruz, California.
While this is a great upside pick for the Warriors to end the first round, it's not something that raises their stock.
Stock: Even
Houston Rockets
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Wisconsin's Sam Dekker fell to No. 18, and he was the top all-around player available at that stage. The Houston Rockets were smart to scoop him up and fortify their forward depth.
Corey Brewer and Josh Smith are both free agents this summer, and Dekker is a nice answer to that uncertainty.
He has an NBA-ready basketball IQ to go along with athleticism and terrific two-way tools. ESPN.com's Chad Ford put it nicely when he suggested Dekker "can play a Chandler Parsons-type role for the Rockets."
Houston rounded out a great NBA draft by picking Louisville's Montrezl Harrell, who supplies NBA-ready power and energy as a reserve.
Stock: Up
Indiana Pacers
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Candace Buckner of the Indianapolis Star recently reported that David West will opt out of his contract. In addition, Roy Hibbert could become a free agent in 2016.
Consequently, the Indiana Pacers selected Texas center Myles Turner with an eye on reshaping their frontcourt.
Turner is not the safest pick because he's not a proven low-post stud or an agile runner. However, his upside is high because he can shoot the rock smoothly from the outside. Equally enticing is his shot-blocking ability, as he racked up 4.7 blocks per 40 minutes last year.
Ultimately, his rawness as an interior scorer may prove to be an iffy choice for Indy, who needed offense. Even second-round pick Joe Young from Oregon can only help so much.
Stock: Down
Los Angeles Clippers
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The Los Angeles Clippers didn't have a pick entering the 2015 draft, but they joined the fray by doing business with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Doc Rivers and Co. are sending cash to the Pellies in order to acquire the No. 56 pick, Branden Dawson.
Dawson isn't incredibly skilled for a small forward, and his shooting form is suspect. Therefore, this acquisition won't likely be the answer for L.A. in its never-ending quest for a playoff-caliber 3.
Stock: Down
Los Angeles Lakers
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Jahlil Okafor was tops on the Los Angeles Lakers' draft radar for much of the predraft process, but Mitch Kupchak and Co. opted for the best guard on the board. Ohio State's D'Angelo Russell instantly changes the backcourt's long-term outlook.
Thanks to his shifty playmaking skills and sweet shooting stroke, Russell has been compared to megastars like Stephen Curry and James Harden. Those comparisons might be unfair, but even if Russell is a poor-man's blend of those players, he'll be a top-tier guard who can streamline the offense.
His versatility will allow him to mesh with Kobe Bryant and 2014 draftee Jordan Clarkson in the backcourt. He'll relish the opportunity to learn the ways of NBA stardom from The Black Mamba.
According to Jonathan Givony of DraftExpress.com, the Lakers took Russell instead of Okafor partly because they're confident they can grab star free agent LaMarcus Aldridge. If they can indeed land Aldridge, they'll instantly be a relevant presence in the Western Conference.
With their later picks (No. 27 and No. 34), the Lakers tabbed Wyoming forward Larry Nance Jr., who will bring energy and smarts off the bench, along with a knockdown shooter in Stanford's Anthony Brown.
Stock: Up
Memphis Grizzlies
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The Memphis Grizzlies frontcourt is in flux, and they made some solid but not spectacular additions this week.
First, they acquired Charlotte Hornets small forward Matt Barnes for Luke Ridnour in a well-orchestrated trade. Then they added a multidimensional forward in LSU's Jarell Martin.
Martin moves well for a 6'9", 240-pound forward, and he's exhibited some budding ball-handling skills and outside shooting. With his blend of size and agility, he could become a true combo forward in a couple of years.
Even with uncertainty surrounding Marc Gasol's free agency, the Griz have done a good job to patch up some holes and shape their rotation heading into the summer. This includes trading for the Phoenix Suns' No. 44 pick, point guard Andrew Harrison out of Kentucky.
Stock: Up
Miami Heat
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In an attempt to upgrade the wing corps for the future, Pat Riley and the Miami Heat plucked Duke's Justise Winslow. They should be thrilled that a prospect of his caliber fell to No. 10.
Winslow is raw, but you can tell his athleticism and aggressive instincts will do damage on both ends of the floor.
He's interchangeable defensively because he's quick enough to corral guards and long enough to bother forwards. As Winslow sharpens his fundamentals and knowledge of NBA man-to-man defense, he'll emerge as one of the Heat's best stoppers.
Miami won't get a boatload of offensive creativity and production from him initially because he's raw. However, he has a great nose for the bucket and displayed some Harden-esque southpaw drives for Duke. He'll collaborate well with the likes of Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh and Hassan Whiteside.
Stock: Up
Milwaukee Bucks
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It's too early to heap praise on the Milwaukee Bucks for picking UNLV's Rashad Vaughn at No. 17.
But if he polishes things up and improves his efficiency, he could be a high-reward selection for the Bucks. The 18-year-old scored 17-plus points per game and hit 38 percent from deep last year, giving Milwaukee a shot-creator and shot-maker.
With Khris Middleton hitting restricted free agency, the Bucks were potentially facing a lack of perimeter scorers. Vaughn helps address that.
Aside from adding Vaughn, Milwaukee gave up its second-round pick (No. 46 Norman Powell) and a 2017 first-round pick in exchange for Toronto Raptors point guard Greivis Vasquez.
It's debatable whether Vasquez is worth a first-round pick, let alone a first-rounder plus another asset.
Stock: Down
Minnesota Timberwolves
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The Minnesota Timberwolves' arrow is pointing up after landing the clear-cut best prospect in the field.
Kentucky's Karl-Anthony Towns gives the Wolves a multidimensional weapon in the frontcourt, one who can score in a variety of ways and protect the rim. He's a rangy, mobile center who could soon expand his skills to fill the 4-spot.
With a potential two-way star in the middle, Flip Saunders will have much more flexibility in his pick-and-roll sets and the defense will finally have a foundation. With Ricky Rubio orchestrating the show, Towns and Andrew Wiggins will be able to grow into their primes together.
Don't expect Towns to immediately dominate the Association. He'll need to diversify and refine his post game a little more, and he'll need to adjust to the speed and physicality of the NBA on defense. Fortunately, he has the mental makeup and coordination to keep improving, so his basement is high and his ceiling is in the clouds.
The T-Wolves took a huge step in the right direction with this pick.
Elsewhere on draft night, Minny traded its No. 31 and 36 picks (Cedi Osman and Rakeem Christmas) and a future second-round pick to the Cleveland Cavaliers for No. 24 Tyus Jones. The Duke floor general will bring Saunders a true point man to back up Rubio.
Stock: Up
New Orleans Pelicans
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The New Orleans Pelicans were barely in the draft to begin with, holding the 56th pick entering Thursday's proceedings.
They finished the evening without adding a player, as they sent the rights to Michigan State's Branden Dawson to the Los Angeles Clippers for cash considerations.
Most of New Orleans' roster tweaks will come in free agency, so let's not fault the team for missing out on the draft party. A young addition isn't exactly what it needs to get into the playoff picture in the Western Conference.
Stock: Even
New York Knicks
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New York Knicks fans booed their 2015 lottery pick, but he was the most dynamic prospect on the board.
Prior to the draft, Latvian big man Kristaps Porzingis told Ian Begley of ESPN.com it would be his dream to play for the Bockers. That wish will soon be a reality, and he has a chance to prove that he's not the next disappointing European import.
He isn't ready for the rigors of the low post due to his slender frame, and he may not be the best fit for the triangle offense. However, he instantly improves New York's frontcourt skill. Porzingis shot 36 percent from the international line as a 7-foot teenager last year, and his fluidity suggests he'll only become deadlier from deep.
There is bust potential here, so the jury is still out on him. But his combination of size and shooting finesse gives New York more firepower moving forward.
The Knicks grabbed a quality point guard later in the draft, trading Tim Hardaway Jr. to the Atlanta Hawks for Notre Dame's Jerian Grant, per Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports.
Stock: Up
Oklahoma City Thunder
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Oklahoma City bolstered its playmaking depth by adding Murray State's Cameron Payne at the end of the lottery. He's a solid backup to work behind Russell Westbrook, and he could eventually become a starting-caliber player down the road.
Payne became the 2015 class' mid-major darling throughout the predraft process, but he's largely unproven against upper-echelon athletes.
What we do know is that he has superb court vision, smooth handles and a promising three-point jumper. Once Payne adjusts to the size and speed of the NBA game, he should do just fine operating Billy Donovan's offense.
OKC rounded out its draft night by tabbing Kentucky big man Dakari Johnson, who's a strong, fundamental post player without much spring. Despite the unspectacular second-round pick, the addition of Payne gives more juice to the Thunder bench.
Stock: Up
Orlando Magic
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The Orlando Magic needed to add shooting talent to their backcourt and wing corps, and they got it in the form of Croatian gunslinger Mario Hezonja.
The acquisition of this 20-year-old Spanish League stud should evoke cautious optimism among Magic fans, but they may have hit a home run here. Hezonja can connect from long range, and he has plenty of size (6'8"), agility and moxie to become a big-time scorer.
There's certainly risk, however, because he's exhibited chemistry issues with teammates in the past, plus we don't know how he'll execute defensively. Rob Hennigan and Co. are hoping those concerns wane as he matures stateside.
Adding inefficient shooter Tyler Harvey at No. 51 probably won't improve the squad, however.
Stock: Even
Philadelphia 76ers
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For the third year in a row, Sam Hinkie and the Philadelphia 76ers picked a big man.
With D'Angelo Russell already off the board, you can't argue with Philly's approach to grab Jahlil Okafor, who was clearly the most talented player on the board.
It remains to be seen how the Duke star fits into the Sixers' future with Joel Embiid and Nerlens Noel, but he's a robust insurance policy if Embiid's foot issues linger. Okafor is the type of center they can depend on for quality post-up possessions and pick-and-roll finishes. Despite his lack of perimeter skills, he remains a weapon who will command double-teams and influence the game as a mismatch.
Last season, he shot just 51 percent from the charity stripe and was mostly disappointing on the defensive side. If the big fella doesn't polish his shooting delivery or improve his defensive mobility, he'll be a second-tier star instead of a bona fide All-Star.
If he does upgrade his shot and shows better mobility in the paint, he could become a top-five or top-three center and play 30-35 minutes per night.
While it's not surprising that Philly used some of its other picks on draft-and-stash players, it's disappointing that the team didn't use its second-rounders to acquire a more legitimate roster piece. However, J.P. Tokoto is a nice find at No. 58 because he can duel NBA athletes on both ends.
Stock: Up
Phoenix Suns
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Although the Phoenix Suns hoisted a bunch of triples last year, they ranked 20th in three-point percentage.
Enter Kentucky's Devin Booker, who connected on 41 percent from beyond the arc as a freshman. He's not going to single-handedly make Jeff Hornacek's crew an offensive juggernaut next year, but he gives them a lethal floor-spacer.
Booker is a true 2-guard who can bury threes, attack closeouts and defend NBA wings. He offers a nice blend of an NBA-ready skill (shooting) with the long-term potential to be versatile.
Phoenix also added to its frontcourt depth by trading its No. 44 pick (Kentucky's Andrew Harrison) in exchange for Memphis Grizzlies forward Jon Leuer.
Stock: Even
Portland Trail Blazers
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Earlier in the week, the Portland Trail Blazers traded star wing Nicolas Batum to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Noah Vonleh and Gerald Henderson. While initially puzzling, it seems like a cap-clearing move to position Rip City for free agency.
Portland then flipped its No. 23 pick Rondae Hollis-Jefferson along with Steve Blake in exchange for Brooklyn Nets forward Mason Plumlee and No. 41 pick Pat Connaughton.
These moves should position the Blazers to make handsome offers to guys like Wesley Matthews and outside dance partners.
Stock: Even
Sacramento Kings
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Kentucky's Willie Cauley-Stein is a tremendous defensive prospect. However, the Sacramento Kings may have picked him simply to smooth things over with DeMarcus Cousins, who reportedly wanted the front office to select him, per ESPN's Ryen Russillo. Plus, I'm not sure WCS is the perfect fit alongside Boogie.
Sac-Town definitely could use more versatility and range on the defensive side, so Cauley-Stein does fill a need. He'll give the squad more flexibility in pick-and-roll coverages and clean up its weak-side stoppage.
It would be unwise to assume Cauley-Stein's offensive game will consist of anything more than putbacks and alley-oops. However, he could surprise with some post moves and a mid-range jumper.
Ultimately, both WCS and Cousins are centers, so it may be tough for them to truly space the floor together.
Stock: Down
San Antonio Spurs
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It was an underwhelming draft week for the San Antonio Spurs, which is what happens sometimes when you make a draft-and-stash move.
Their first-round pick was No. 26 Serbian center Nikola Milutinov, who's not a dynamic shot-creator but can athletically impact the game around the basket. He moves quickly for a big man and has the tools and feel for the game to operate in an uptempo environment.
Milutinov will likely remain in Europe until further notice, however, so we'll withhold definitive judgment on that pick.
San Antonio's second-round pick, Massachusetts center Cady Lalanne, isn't a strong candidate to crack the rotation because he doesn't stand out in any particular area.
Stock: Even
Toronto Raptors
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The Toronto Raptors made some sneaky-good moves Thursday night.
First, general manager Masai Ujiri traded backup point guard Greivis Vasquez for the Milwaukee Bucks' 2017 first-rounder and their 2015 second-rounder, Norman Powell, per ESPN.com's Marc Stein. Then Toronto selected Utah senior Delon Wright to fill the quarterback void.
While Wright isn't a high-upside pick, he should help upgrade the Raptors' efficiency on both ends of the court.
He represents a long-term upgrade over Vasquez, possessing superior defensive talent and better slashing skills. Wright is not an above-average athlete, but he's shifty enough and long enough at 6'5 ½" to execute against NBA backcourts.
Powell could end up being a huge steal as the No. 46 pick. He will definitely defend NBA 2-guards, and he has great instincts on the offensive side.
Stock: Up
Utah Jazz
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With stretch 4s Frank Kaminsky and Myles Turner unavailable, the Utah Jazz took the next-best versatile power forward in Kentucky's Trey Lyles.
It's a great pick because there weren't any guards or wings worth reaching for at that stage. Rudy Gobert and Derrick Favors both do most of their damage near the rim, so it was wise to grab a big who can play away from the basket.
Lyles' shooting range doesn't extend out to the NBA arc yet, but he showed nice shooting fluidity out to 18 feet last year. He can catch the ball on the wing or elbow and drive with either hand. Questions about his defense are also eased considering he'll spend a lot of time next to the Stifle Tower.
Utah also made a couple of intriguing second-round choices. Olivier Hanlan is a high-value backcourt pick at No. 42, and the Jazz traded No. 54 pick Daniel Diez to the Portland Trail Blazers for cash.
Stock: Up
Washington Wizards
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As Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports reported, the Washington Wizards offered the Atlanta Hawks the No. 19 pick and two future second-rounders in exchange for No. 15 pick Kelly Oubre.
The Kansas freshman is raw and risky, so it may take some time for him to work his way into the rotation.
If he improves his fundamentals and expands his ball-handling, however, he could thrive playing off John Wall and Bradley Beal. Oubre's 6'7" frame and ridiculous 7'2" wingspan will make some plays both horizontally and vertically.
At No. 49, Washington scooped up someone who could potentially improve the frontcourt's shooting prowess. Iowa's Aaron White doesn't dominate any area, but his perimeter potential and above-average instincts will give him a chance to latch on.
Stock: Even
*Unless otherwise noted, all trade information and reports are courtesy of ESPN Stats & Information.
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