2023 NBA Mock Draft: Detroit Pistons drop to 6th, add a big forward

Oct 4, 2022; Henderson, NV, USA; NBA G League Ignite guard Scoot Henderson (0) scores a layup against Boulogne-Levallois Metropolitans 92 forward Victor Wembanyama (1) during the fourth quarter at The Dollar Loan Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports /

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Feb 25, 2023; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Brandon Miller (24) looks on during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Marvin Gentry-USA TODAY Sports /

2023 NBA Mock Draft

Brandon Miller. 5. 169. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Forward. Alabama. player

Brandon Miller hears his name called to Houston as the first college player off the board.

Drama aside, Miller is a 6-foot-9 sharp-shooting wing. He is versatile at his size thanks to his athleticism, being able to keep multiple positions in check.

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Miller would also be a mismatch on the offensive side of the ball if Houston decides to play him alongside Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. He has star potential, which intrigues Houston alongside the scoring ability of Jalen Green.

The Miller situation will be one of the most interesting subplots of this year’s draft.