Detroit Pistons: 2020 NBA lottery pick mock draft 3.0
142. . C. Washington Wizards. Onyeka Okongwu . 9. player
The Washington Wizards are in a tricky spot. They need all the help they can get, and Okongwu would give them an immediate spark in the post.
He’s got a shockingly quick first step and can race passed a defender on his way to the basket in an instant. His elevation at the rim may be second to none in this entire class. Okongwu’s advanced moves around the rim would be a great addition to any team.
He’s seamlessly able to string together multiple moves on his way to an easy finish, with his spin move often being the most effective. His determination and sheer quickness while moving in transition makes him a lethal option for any fast paced team.
Okongwu has an incredibly high motor.
Although he tends to leave his feet too often on defense, he’s got a solid second jump an his vertical allows him to jump higher than the basketball.
One of the biggest questions surrounding him as he heads into the league is if his post moves will translate at the next level. He’s certainly got the speed down, it’s just a matter of execution and predictability.
He’s a reliable rebounding option, and would make for a solid addition to a struggling Wizards team.