Detroit Pistons: 2020 NBA first round mock draft 1.0
Orlando Magic. Saddiq Bey . 15. player. 38. . Small forward
Saddiq Bey is a 6-foot-8 three-point specialist that once he’s better acclimated to the NBA could be a legitimate third scoring option for whoever drafts him. He knocked down 45.1 percent of his threes this season, and scored 16.1 points per game.
He’s a solid defender and possesses a high basketball IQ. His understanding of the game has gotten better with every game that he’s played, and it’ll translate well at the next level.
Isaiah Stewart . 16. player. 86. . Center . Minnesota Timberwolves
Isaiah Stewart is primarily a post dominant big man. As soon as he enters the paint he’s the one dictating the pace and plays his own game.
He’s shown that he’s capable of being more versatile as an offensive product, developing a mid range game and even a slight perimeter shot as his career moves along. He’s not selfish with the ball in his hands, and knows when to pass out of the post if his shot isn’t there.
He’s a defensive force and can even guard his man along the perimeter. His quick second jump and exceptional length has turned him into a reliable rebounder.
. Center . Boston Celtics. Precious Achiuwa. 17. player. 18
Precious Achiuwa could thrive in a situation where he’s not asked to be a main shot creator or scorer. Alongside the likes of Jayson Tatum, Kemba Walker, and Jaylen Brown, he could help transcend the Celtics’ offense into a more cohesive act.
A high motor player and a great rebounder, Achiuwa’s presence on the floor is best felt either in transition or in pick and rolls. He averaged 15.8 points and 10.8 rebounds per game this season.
79. . Power forward . Dallas Mavericks. Patrick Williams . 18. player
Patrick Williams is a player who could help provide even more efficiency to what’s already known as one of the fastest offenses in basketball. His catch and shoot abilities could pair well with Luka Doncic‘s court vision.
Williams could easily be used as a solid pick and popper, but beyond that game he’s still a project for whoever drafts him. He’s a decent passer who rarely commits turnovers, and can elevate the play of others around him.
His finishing needs work, but he’s consistent enough on the offensive end that Dallas could easily find a way to make him work.
89. . Small forward . Milwaukee Bucks. Jaden McDaniels. 19. player
The Bucks are going to find themselves flirting with the luxury tax line for years to come, and with several of their forward options being relegated out of the rotation all together, they’re going to need to get creative.
Jaden’s quick release on his shot and overall potential as a jump shooter would allow the Bucks to continue to play as fast as they’d like. His ability to get above the rim is effortless at times, and once he gets to that point it’s an automatic bucket.
He can facilitate well and rebounds well on both ends of the floor.
Point guard . Brooklyn Nets. Theo Maledon . 20. player. 147.
There’s a chance that the Nets could be parting ways with Spencer Dinwiddie this summer in order to land a third start to pair with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Because of this, they’ll need a reliable point guard option coming off of the bench.
Theo Maledon arguably has the best court vision in the entire draft, and some of the purest shooting mechanics as well. He’s able to stop on a dime and pull up from the perimeter in an instant.
His reluctance to shoot the ball can sometimes impact him negatively, but under the right system he could thrive.