Orlando Magic Brandon Clarke, power forward, Gonzaga 6 feet 8 inches, 215 pounds 2018-19 stats: 16.9 points per game. The Wolves need another star next to Karl-Anthony Towns, and while Doumbouya will take seasoning, he might be 2019's diamond in the rough, similar to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Rudy Gobert in 2013." Read more on the Timberwolves' draft strategy from John Meyer. He projects as a modern 3-and-D forward who can do a little bit of everything in the mold of breakout star Pascal Siakam. The 18-year-old French sensation Sekou Doumbouya, the youngest player in the draft, is worth the risk at this point in the lottery, if not sooner. Mock draft pick and analysis by Forbes contributor John Meyer: "Why not take a gamble on the top international player in this draft class? The new leadership in Minnesota-headlined by Daryl Morey's former right-hand man, Gersson Rosas, and the inventor of NBA Trade Machine, Sachin Gupta-will be looking to make a splash in its first off-season. 564 field-goal percentage, 3.2 rebounds per game Minnesota Timberwolves Sekou Doumbouya, forward, Limoges CSP 6 feet 8 inches 2018-19 stats: 7.7 points per game. Culver's lack of outside shooting could make things difficult for his teammates, but his ability to handle the ball and defend multiple positions outweighs that concern and would make him a great fit either as a third guard behind Lonzo Ball and Jrue Holiday or as a wing next to that pairing." Read more on the Pelicans' draft strategy from Jeff Siegel. Culver matches Williamson's timeline perfectly, and his versatility on both ends of the court makes him a flexible player to work with in lots of different lineups. Mock draft pick and analysis by Forbes contributor Jeff Siegel, after Saturday's report of a trade by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski: "In the wake of the Anthony Davis trade, the basketball world in New Orleans revolves around Zion Williamson. New Orleans Pelicans (from Los Angeles Lakers) Jarrett Culver, shooting guard, Texas Tech 6 feet 5 inches, 195 pounds 2018-19 stats: 18.5 points per game, 6.4 rebounds per game, 3.7 assists per game, 1.5 steals per game Barrett has been playing well and winning in pressure situations for years, as evidenced by his success in high school (a national championship) and in FIBA (he led Canada to its first gold medal)." Read more on the Knicks' draft strategy from Tommy Beer. In addition, he won’t wilt under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden. On the other hand, if the Knicks strike out in free agency, Barrett can be the focal point of the offense, with the ability to score on all three levels and get to the free-throw line consistently. His well-rounded game-he was the first freshman in NCAA history to average at least 22 points, seven rebounds and four assists per game-allows him to contribute even when sharing the floor with other stars. Last season, while sharing the court with fellow soon-to-be lottery picks Zion Williamson and Cam Reddish, Barrett put up plenty of points but also unselfishly served as Duke’s primary playmaker and facilitator on offense. Mock draft pick and analysis by Forbes contributor Tommy Beer: "Barrett would be a great fit on the Knicks, whether or not they add a superstar like Kevin Durant in free agency this summer. Barrett, small forward, Duke 6 feet 7 inches, 202 pounds 2018-19 stats: 22.6 points per game, 7.6 rebounds per game, 4.3 assists per game
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