The guys I would circle, if consensus mocks have some validity right now....
Wings
Julian Strawther
Jalen Bridges
Jaylen Clark
Terrence Shannon Jr
Brandin Podziemski
Bigs
DaRon Holmes
Just analytically, it seems unlikely Strawther, Podziemski or Holmes will be there......but I guess we'll see.
In our range, my favorite realistic prospect (by far) is Jalen Bridges from Baylor. I think he's exactly the type of profile that turns in to a contributor on the wing. He has the requisite size, demeanor and hustle. He's shown enough shooting to know it is in him (also love his mechanics) and he's willing to play a role at the college level, so he seemingly understands how he contributes to a team winning. He also checks my "GM's will think he's too old" box, where teams can always find value.
He's played both the 3/4 at Baylor / WVU and looks like he has the toughness to give you spot minutes as a small ball 4. His offensive tape looks perfect for this team......he runs the floor, he plays within himself, has really good off ball instincts and doesn't try to pound the air out of the ball. He drifts and relocates when he should, he cuts when he has a lane and he's strong finishing lobs and through contact.
So with all that said, the Grizzlies will definitely take this guy 4 picks ahead of us.
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