1Atlanta HawksZaccharie RisacherRisacher is far from being a classic first draft pick, but all reports indicate that Atlanta will keep the French forward, who stands out for his height, defense and shooting.2Washington WizardsAlex SarrIf Atlanta leaves him on the table, Washington will be happy to select interior Alex Sarr, also French. He leaves some doubts on the rebound and in the physical battle, but he has high defensive potential and good technical skills in attack.3Houston RocketsReed SheppardSheppard can be considered the best shooter in the draft and is an ideal complement to players like Amen Thompson or Jalen Green.4San Antonio SpursStephon CastleWith Castle, San Antonio would ensure a dream defensive pairing for Wembanyama and a guard who, despite not having a good three-point shot, excels at creating and assisting.5Detroit PistonsMatas BuzelisDetroit has perimeters and interiors. He lacks a 4 that connects those players and Buzelis is the best option in that sense. He must improve his shooting, but he is strong in defense and knows how to play with the ball.6Charlotte HornetsCody WilliamsJalen Williams’ younger brother also leaves doubts with his outside shot, but he has good tools to defend and attack the rim. He would be an interesting fit alongside LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.7Portland Trail BlazersDalton KnechtKnecht is a rather veteran forward for the draft, but he is coming off a spectacular season at Tennessee, in which he looked like one of the best shooters and scorers in the NCAA. He is ready to contribute immediately.8San Antonio Spurs (via Raptors)Devin CarterAnother perimeter player with a spectacular defensive level for the Spurs. Carter is, perhaps, the best of the entire Draft in that aspect and with him, Castle and Wembanyama, San Antonio would build a true strength on that side of the field.9Memphis GrizzliesDonovan ClinganIt’s possible Clingan will be selected earlier than the ninth pick, but if he falls, Memphis won’t let him get away. It would be an ideal interior to open space for Ja Morant.10Utah JazzRon HollandHolland is a very athletic forward with a good defensive level, who can create his own shots, but must improve his three-point shooting and his decision making. He has plenty of talent.11Chicago BullsTidjane SalaunSalaun is another of the Frenchmen projected for the Lottery. In his case, it is a 3-4 that stands out for his physical condition and very good three-point shooting.12Oklahoma City Thunder (vía Rockets)Rob DillinghamIf one thing is known about OKC, it is that it always values having creative perimeter players with the ball and, at least when it comes to scoring, little Dillingham is one of the best in this 2024 class.13Sacramento KingsNikola TopicTopic is the best passer in the Draft and would give a different flavor to Sacramento’s midfield.14Portland Trail Blazers (vía Warriors)Kel’el WareWare is a large interior, who stands out for his defensive potential and good three-point shooting, although he must be more physical and focused.15Miami HeatIsiah CollierCollier is one of the best talents in this Draft and, as on other occasions, Miami could take advantage of his decline – his lack of three-pointers is worrying – to score a robo. Good passer, powerful to attack and, when he wants, strong in defense.16Philadelphia 76ersJared McCainPhiladelphia needs shooters around its stars and the small but powerful McCain is one of the best available.17Los Angeles LakersZach EdeyThere are doubts about how Edey will adapt to the speed of the NBA game, but he comes from destroying every interior that was put in front of him in the last two NCAA seasons. At worst, he would give Anthony Davis good minutes of rest. Like Knecht and Carter, he is ready to help immediately.18Orlando MagicJa’Kobe WalterThere’s not much to think about here: Walter is one of the best 3&D in the draft and Orlando needs that kind of shooter.19Toronto Raptors (via Pacers)Carlton CarringtonCarrington has the perimeter profile that ends up being a draft steal, great ability to shoot off the dribble and an interesting future as a passer. He is also one of the youngest players among those available.20Cleveland CavaliersKyle FilipowskiCleveland has interiors without the best outside shot like Evan Mobley and, above all, Jarrett Allen, so it would be logical for it to think about a Filipowski with great height and shooting.21New Orleans Pelicans (vía Bucks)Daron HolmesIn theory, Holmes would be an excellent interior complement for Zion Williamson, as an athletic 5 capable of opening spaces with his good perimeter shot.22Phoenix SunsTristan Da SilvaPhoenix needs immediate help and German forward Tristan Da Silva can give it to them. He’s not a great defender or athlete, but he is one of the best offensive talents in the draft.23Milwaukee Bucks (via Pelicans)Yves MissiMilwaukee needs to think about Brook Lopez’s successor and Missi could fill that role in the future. This is a Cameroonian interior with excellent athletic and defensive tools, although it will surely need a couple of years to mature.24New York Knicks (vía Mavericks)Tyler KolekKolek is a TJ McConnell-style passing and defensive guard who seems ideal for a Tom Thibodeau team.25New York KnicksBaylor ScheiermanLike Kolek, another player who seems ideal for New York. Scheierman is a forward veteranwho stands out for his outside shot, passing ability and rebounding help.26Washington Wizards (vía Clippers)Jamal SheadWashington needs a point guard and it needs defenders. Shead helps alleviate those shortcomings.27Minnesota TimberwolvesKyshawn GeorgeMinnesota can afford to make a medium-term bet and select a George who has not yet exploded, but has an interesting combination of height, handling and shooting.28Denver NuggetsJaylon TysonDenver needs to add scorers to its second unit and Tyson can be exactly that. In fact, he is one of the most complete offensive players in this Draft, although he does not give guarantees in defense.29Utah Jazz (via Thunder)Ryan DunnNo offensive contribution, but surely the best defensive 3-4 in the Draft.30Boston CelticsJohnny FurphyFurphy is a forward comparable to Sam Hauser, a recent rotation player in the Celtics’ title run.
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