Detroit Pistons: 2020 NBA first round mock draft 1.0

DAYTON, OH - FEBRUARY 11: Obi Toppin #1 of the Dayton Flyers looks on during a game against the Rhode Island Rams at UD Arena on February 11, 2020 in Dayton, Ohio. Dayton defeated Rhode Island 81-67. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
DAYTON, OH - FEBRUARY 11: Obi Toppin #1 of the Dayton Flyers looks on during a game against the Rhode Island Rams at UD Arena on February 11, 2020 in Dayton, Ohio. Dayton defeated Rhode Island 81-67. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /
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Cassius Winston #5 of the Michigan State Spartans (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images)
Cassius Winston #5 of the Michigan State Spartans (Photo by Rey Del Rio/Getty Images) /

Boston Celtics. Leandro Bolmaro. 26. player. 18. . Small forward

At just 19 years old, Bolmaro may be a draft and stash player for the Celtics. A lot of his offensive game is good, but maybe not at a level that can consistently contribute on an NBA team. He’s a decent shooter and a decent playmaker, but he’s someone who Boston could maybe utilize down the line.

He is however a pretty pesky and fun to watch defender who can frequently disrupt passing lanes and generate steals.

27. player. 27. . Point guard . New York Knicks. Tre Jones

With their second first round pick, the Knicks would be wise to use it on a point guard. Tre Jones is a pure game manager, and it shows with every outing that he has. He’s able to dictate the pace and flow of the game with ease, and elevates the play of his teammates.

He’s not going to be used as a primary scoring option at the next level, but he’s shown that he’s slowly but surely been able to hit his three-pointers with more regularity as his career moves along.

81. . Power forward . Toronto Raptors. Jalen Smith . 28. player

A solid rim protector on the defensive end and a reliable pick and popper on offense, Jalen Smith would be a nice project for the Raptors as they navigate their way through their championship window. He also has a pretty solid inside game.

Once he leaves the paint on defense however, he struggles a bit. He often gives his opponent too much space and can’t close out in time. The same issue arrives along the perimeter. If he sticks to defending his position, he should be alright.

player. 20. . Point guard . Los Angeles Lakers. Cassius Winston . 29

One of the biggest issues the Lakers had this season was the inconsistent point guard play. Cassisus Winston would provide an immediate spark and fill the role that Rajon Rondo has been playing for them.

Winston is one of the best point guards in Big Ten history. He has a pass first mentality which goes enormous lengths when you’re playing with LeBron James and Anthony Davis. His low dribble in pick and rolls is incredibly difficult to defend and he possesses the vision to make any pass that you can possibly think to make.

His three-point shooting has gotten better over time, and he emerged as a true scorer as his career at Michigan State went on.

18. . Point guard . Boston Celtics. Payton Pritchard . 30. player

The Celtics may not be in the market for a point guard, but Pritchard could be a talent that they don’t want to pass up on. His quick release on his shot combined with his ability to freeze defenders could translate well in Boston’s second unit.

He can get downhill in transition with ease and does a pretty solid job at drawing contact. He’s also relatively unselfish with the ball, and knows when to give it up.

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One flaw that could become an issue at the next level is the low elevation on his shot and around the rim. It could become too easily defensible in the NBA.