High school recruiting analysts widely disagree on who the top prospects in the class are, mostly because they don't view any of them as sure-fire, elite NBA prospects you'd expect to see atop their rankings. With a valued archetype, hes going to earn a lot of fans for the versatility tied to his 67 size, projectable shooting stroke, passing IQ, high-level defense and toughness. ESPN has Bronny James going No. He'll be the focal point of the G League Ignite roster next season with Scoot Henderson departing for the NBA, giving Buzelis a significant runway to maintain his draft stock despite the challenges he'll face playing against older players on a nightly basis. So far, hes a bit behind in those areas, starting 6-of-22 from three with two assists in four games. Just enough of those from here on out should put him in the conversation in the Nos. The Ignite point guard has missed the last month with a broken nose, but word out of the G League Showcase in Las Vegas has him nearing a return. said to be heavily considering the Ducks, Will Richardson's name is now in Oregon record books, and is unlikely to be removed, MBB Recap: Ducks blow out Cal, 84-51, in penultimate home game of season, Pac-12 MBB Power Rankings: Teams making moves with time running out, Kel'el Ware's NBA draft stock plummets amidst struggles, Social Media Buzz: NBA World reacts to Chris Boucher's Michael Jordan-esque dunk, How Pac-12 compares to other conferences ahead of March Madness, Assessing Noah Sewell's performance at the 2023 NFL Combine, Top-rated recruit from every state for Oregon Ducks football since 2000, Where Oregon ranks among NCAA's most lavish football facilities in 2023, Assessing DJ Johnson's performance at the 2023 NFL Combine, Can the ACC save Pac-12 teams? Milwaukee Bucks (via Cavaliers):Kevin McCullar Jr. (Kansas, SG/SF, Senior). JHS is looking more and more like a lottery pick and jumps ahead of Cason Wallace and Jett Howard on this latest big board update. Bronny James isnt the only name that Oregon Duck fans should be focused on, though. Though he isnt a quick or bouncy athlete, Sensabaugh has been too productive to ignore. While urii has struggled badly from three this season, hes delivered enough evidence of shooting potential for a 68, high-feel 18-year-old who can work off the dribble and pass. 2023 Mock Draft; 2024 Mock Draft; Consensus Mock Draft; My Mock Drafts; Create Your Own Mock Draft; Actual Drafts; Outstanding Trades; Search Players; Orlando Magic (via Bulls):Keyonte George (Baylor, SG, Freshman). 14. Matas Buzelis | G League Ignite | PG/SG | Age: 18.3, Cody Williams | Colorado | PG/SG | Age: 18.2, Zaccharie Risacher | ASVEL | SF | Age: 17.8, Justin Edwards | Kentucky | SG/SF | Age: 19.1, D.J. Givony's mock draft: Victor at No. Phoenix Suns:Adam Flagler (Baylor, PG/SG, Senior). There will be significant opportunities for players who aren't projected top-20 picks to improve their standing with another year of school. XFL Week 3 preview: Can AJ McCarron, Battlehawks continue their fourth-quarter heroics? James is rated as a 4-star prospect and the No. Another big riser is UConn guard Jordan Hawkins who looks to be firmly within the top 30 at this point and is creeping towards the lottery on my board. 38. Milwaukee Bucks (via Portland Trail Blazers), Alex Karaban | Connecticut | PF | Age: 20.2, 43. Houston Rockets:Amen Thompson (Overtime Elite, PG/SG, 2003). Grizzlies-Clippers, 10 p.m. As discussed, the weakness of this high school senior class leaves considerable room for freshmen, sophomores and juniors already in college to jump into the many open spots we're projecting to be wide open in the lottery and throughout the first round with a strong season next year. 2023 NBA Draft Top 60 Big Board V3. 20. He's having an outstanding season, has significant upside and would surely be in the first-round conversation should he elect to declare for the 2023 draft, but would benefit from another year at Alabama because he doesn't play the most coveted position or role as a thin-framed 4/5 who is still coming into his own as an offensive player. 42. The four-time champion said he would never play for Orlando after his experience playing in the bubble in 2020. 10 overall to the Orlando Magic. A wrist injury has kept Rupert sidelined, but there are sure to be suitors interested in a 66 shot-maker and a long wing defender. You'll now receive the top LeBron Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. The Los Angeles Lakers All-Star wasn't the only one impressed, however, with many fans praising Bronny's effort in the win: Bronny is scary efficient for a high school player and does it effortlessly. 10 overall to the Orlando Magic. He brings long strides attacking the rim, creativity as a finisher, the ability to pass in a variety of ways and outstanding defensive instincts. Honoring the memory of those who have passed on, while finding comfort in the belief that they continue to watch over us. Bronny has been on many scouts radars for a while now. Denver Nuggets (via Mavericks):Emoni Bates (Eastern Michigan, SF, Sophomore). Oklahoma City Thunder (via Houston Rockets), Jordan Walsh | Arkansas | SF/PF | Age: 18.9, 35. It wouldnt be shocking to see him leave early and test the waters, hoping to use the predraft process to better sell his combination of 68 size and shot-making. That still leaves a handful of prospects who look like strong late-lottery options. ESPNs mock draft seems to think otherwise, placing Bronny at the No. None are having overwhelmingly impressive seasons that would help find guaranteed roster spots and contracts in the NBA this summer, and it could make sense for them to return to international play next year to find more consistency and improve their standing. 10 pick in the 2024 NBA mock draft. 10 overall pick. For a 69 forward who just turned 18 years old last week, Jacksons wing skills, perimeter self-creation and shooting versatility will look super enticing. Brooklyn Nets (via 76ers):Brice Sensabaugh (Ohio State, SG, Freshman). A recent ESPN mock draft projects Bronny James as a top 10 pick in the 2024 NBA draft, going to the Orlando Magic at No.10, which sparked new conversations around his talent and rising profile. Matas Buzelis, a 6-foot-10 Lithuanian guard, looks like as good a choice as any to be selected in the top three, as he has been on an incredible trajectory since we first watched him in spring 2021 and is in many ways exactly what the NBA is looking for right now. In the age of Nepo Babies, Bronny will be the first son of NBA superstar Lebron James to enter the draft. Indiana Pacers (via Cavaliers):Dereck Lively II (Duke, C, Freshman). 10 spot to be picked by the Orlando Magic. As most of his peers have flatlined the past 12 to 18 months, James has grown, filled out his frame, found another gear with his explosiveness and become an absolute terror off the ball defensively thanks to his outstanding intensity and feel for the game. The guard has still yet to decide where he will play basketball next season, but he is widely expected to choose between Ohio State, USC, and Oregon. An NBA mock draft from ESPN's Jonathan Givony has Bronny as a top-10 pick in 2024, going No. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! 10), Mark Williams (No. 4-6 picks on the backs of outstanding seasons. 23. Los Angeles Lakers:Terrence Shannon Jr. (Illinois, SF, Senior). His three-point shooting, ball-handling to attack and body-controlled finishes will draw NBA interest. 33 player in the 2023 class, per 247Sports' composite rankings. Milwaukee Bucks:DaRon Holmes II (Dayton, C, Sophomore). 1 pick in 2024. ESPN NBA draft insider Jonathan Givony reveals his first mock of the 2024 draft class and explains what earned James his spot in lottery conversations. Introducing the APAC, an intriguing new conference idea, Assessing Christian Gonzalez's performance at the 2023 NFL Combine, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Bronny James races out ahead of the pack and throws down a ferocious dunk. Phillips entered this season at Tennessee projected as a top-20 pick but has struggled to find consistency as a freshman, not hitting a single 3-pointer since Jan. 21 and looking like the game moved a little too fast for him at times on both ends of the floor. The NBA and the players' union appear nowhere close to coming to terms on eliminating the age limit, so there is no "double draft" with the top college and high school prospects coming in the near future. He still has plenty of room to improve his ballhandling and pull-up jumper to become a more prolific and efficient shot creator, but he has already caught the eyes of NBA decision-makers with the way he contributes to winning and likely will continue to grow and fill out his game.. As we head into March the 2023 draft class is coming into clearer focus. James has not said if he will be a one-and-done player in college. 2023 NBA Draft on B/R Bleacher Report: Updated 2023 NBA Mock Draft for picks 1-60 Jonathan Wasserman provides his latest projections through 2 rounds after an He turns 18 years old on Oct. 6. How to watch Victor Wembanyama. ESPN's Jonathan Givony projected him as the No. Launching in a shiny Core Black colorway. Utah Jazz:Dariq Whitehead (Duke, SG/SF, Freshman). BRONNY EASTBAY IN GAME @SCanyonSports pic.twitter.com/EcySsVrAXz. Of course, the Lakers could do their best to trade up in order to get a pick where they can actually select Bronny. There are plenty of other freshmen -- Texas' Dillon Mitchell, Alabama's Noah Clowney, Duke's Dereck Lively II or South Carolina's Gregory Jackson II -- who could benefit from more seasoning at the college level to prepare for an immediate role in the NBA. Until then, though, we can focus on the 2023 NBA Draft, where Oregon C Kelel Ware is projected to come off the board at some point. You may have more than one ad-blocker installed. West Linn won 86-69.Howard Lao for The Oregonian/OregonLive. Memphis Grizzlies:Kris Murray (Iowa, PF, Junior). Please check your email for a confirmation. San Antonio Spurs (via Los Angeles Lakers), Mikey Williams | Memphis | PG | Age: 18.6, Ugonna Onyenso | Kentucky | C | Age: 18.4, 41. 33 player in the 2023 class, per 247Sports' composite rankings. 56. Bronny, who was on hand to witness his father break the NBAs all-time scoring record earlier this month, is a senior in high school at Sierra Canyon in Southern California. We charge advertisers instead of our readers. Filling out his thin frame, finding ways to play lower to the ground as a playmaker and improving as a decision-maker and one-on-one defender will be major keys to his development. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Improved shooting has turned Wilson into one of college basketballs top scorers. Bronny James Has Dropped Significantly in NBA Mock Drafts. Though Strawther hasnt developed into a more threatening creator, his shooting mechanics/rhythm and touch shots are going to make teams see an off-ball scoring fit. Hes rated as the No. That means if the Lakers do not have a pick in a draftable range for Bronny, they risk losing LeBron in free agency. While the official 2024 draft is 16 months away, ESPN believe that Bronny has earned his spot in lottery conversations with the significant jump he has made at Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, California, this season, developing into arguably the best perimeter defender in his high school class while making strides in his perimeter shooting and playmaking ability.. March 3, 2023. . Filipowski has been Dukes best player early on. 32. A 6-foot-3 combo guard, James ranks 33rd in 247Sports' 2023 composite rankings and is the highest-rated recruit still undecided on his future. With the leagues second-worst record, the Hornets should be focused on talent over fit in the draft. With Cade Cunningham lost for the season, the Pistons focus moves to Killian Hayes and Jaden Iveys on-ball developmentand Wembanyama. And two Indiana Hoosiers continue to ascend up the board with both Jalen Hood-Schifino and Trayce Jackson-Davis firmly in the first round. Full 2024 mock draft on ESPN: https://t.co/Cw5AcgxiKy pic.twitter.com/4DNo1TOtDx, Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) February 22, 2023. WebMock Drafts. 45. RotoWire considers the best player values in Yahoo fantasy leagues for Friday's 10-game slate. Last year, it was Williams (No. Memphis Grizzlies:Matthew Murrell (Ole Miss, SG, Junior). February 26, 2023 by NBA Draft Room. 33 player in the 2023 class. Orlando and others will buy his tools, athleticism and aggression for transition offense, driving through contact, finishing and defensive playmaking. 34. Meanwhile Florida State freshman forward Baba Miller is off the top 60 list after struggling to make much of an impact so far. Henderson figures be a target for the Rockets, but they could also see Thompson as an exciting playmaker to pair with Jalen Green. The brother of Oklahoma City Thunder wing Jalen Williams, Cody Williams brings great positional size (6-8), length and versatility, showing impressive fluidity changing speeds out of pick-and-rolls to either find teammates unselfishly or finish creatively around the basket. But he also doesnt turn 19 until next summer, and at 67 and 220 pounds with downhill athleticism, strong shot-making skill off the dribble and the ability to separate into jumpers fairly easily, his enticing scoring and defensive potential remain intact. James is rated as a 4-star prospect and the No. 60. The Sierra Canyon guard hasnt yet graduated high school, and he hasnt even committed to a college with only a few months left to decide. Oklahoma City Thunder (via LA Clippers), Judah Mintz | Syracuse | PG/SG | Age: 19.6, Babacar Sane | G League Ignite | SF/PF | Age: 19.4, Brandin Podziemski | Santa Clara | SG/SF | Age: 19.9, Juan Nunez | Ratiopharm Ulm | PG | Age: 18.7, Aaron Bradshaw | Kentucky | C | Age: 18.7, Reece Beekman | Virginia | PG/SG | Age: 21.3, Robert Dillingham | Kentucky | PG | Age: 18.1. Charlotte Hornets:Scoot Henderson (G League Ignite, PG, 2004). February 22, 2023 11:07 am ET Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has made one thing clear: He intends to play in the NBA alongside his son, Bronny James. 2023 four-star Bronny James is being recruited by these schools, according to @PaulBiancardi. 0. 4. While Wallaces scoring has been down, lottery teams will be valuing his versatility and defense. Sign up for the Layup Lines newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Without a surefire skill to carry over or a standout athletic trait, he isnt a first-round lock. Facebook; Twitter; Facebook Messenger 33 player in the 2023 class, per 247Sports' composite rankings. Houston has Brooklyn's first-round pick (unprotected) as well as its own if it ends up in the top four on lottery night. Expected to land on shelves during Supremes FW23 season. Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire. Sign up for the LeBron Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Durant, a four-time scoring champion, now sets his sights on Hakeem Olajuwon in 12th place. Beekman is currently the oldest player projected to be selected in our 2024 first round at age 21.3, but he could very well test the NBA draft waters this spring to see what type of feedback he gets from teams. Although he isnt much of a threat to create or pass, his tools, two-way athletic abilities and shot-making could be enough to warrant first-round consideration. But if it seems like Los Angeles is set to have a top-10 pick, New Orleans would be wise to take it while they can get it. James will need to further develop as a ballhandler and become a better shot-creator, Givony says, but his style of play is drawing the attention of NBA personnel. The McDonald's All-American is "developing into arguably the best perimeter defender in his high school class while making strides in his perimeter shooting and playmaking ability," Givony writes. Atlanta Hawks (via Pelicans):Trayce Jackson-Davis (Indiana, PF/C, Junior). James will first be eligible for the NBA Draft in 2024. Flashes of open-floor ball-handling, touch, shot-making and passing from a 610, 19-year-old will keep scouts patient. Here is a look at ten schools the Pac-12 could consider for conference expansion, ranked in order of men's basketball success. While his game is predicated on mismatch positional tools and instincts for passing and blowing up plays on defense, hes also surprised with how well hes shot the three early. Knicks-Celtics, 7:30 p.m. Heres what we know about Bronny right now: Hes listed at 63, 190 lbs. 15. The mock draft order was created based on standings heading into December 20. It looks like hes at least another year away from being draft ready. Clowney is one of the youngest players currently projected to be picked in 2023, not turning 19 until July, and still has considerable room to improve his frame and find more consistency with his perimeter shooting. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the NBA, its clubs or Warner Brothers Discovery. While the Spurs should prioritize drafting the best player available, their need for a shot-creator and lead guard could give Smith an edge if there isnt an obvious answer on the board. Bronny James has recently been projected to be the in the top 10 for the 2024 NBA Draft pick. He has generated significant attention from NBA personnel when combined with his lockdown defensive prowess and youth (19.4 years old), making him younger than several freshmen projected to be one-and-done lottery picks. The impressive senior campaign of Sierra Canyon's Bronny James has contributed to his rise in the class of 2023 recruit rankings, and he's now climbing up draft boards. With Trevon Brazile out for the season, Walsh has started to capitalize on extra on-ball reps and touches. Kihei Clark finds Reece Beekman with a nice midair pass for an open trey to tie the Cavaliers' all-time assist record. Multiple first-round draft picks have already changed hands for 2024, with more likely to change hands over the next year. Some might be surprised to see James, ranked anywhere from 28 to 43 by the major recruiting services, as a potential top-10 pick. Memphis Grizzles (via Timberwolves): Jaylen Clark (UCLA, SF, Junior). Note: The projected 2024 draft order is based on ESPN projections. Proctors comfort level appears to be rising, as hes starting to have more success converting off self-creation and threes. All in the family: how three generations of Jaquezes have ruled West Coast basketball. James has earned his spot in lottery conversations with the significant jump he has made at Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, California, this season, developing into arguably the best perimeter defender in his high school class while making strides in his perimeter shooting and playmaking ability. As most of his peers have flatlined the past 12 to 18 months, James has grown, filled out his frame, found another gear with his explosiveness and become an absolute terror off the ball defensively thanks to his outstanding intensity and feel for the game. Houston Rockets (via Bucks):Marcus Sasser (Houston, PG, Senior). 34 overall player in the class of 2023 by Madison Williams. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. The draft's top international prospect is 6'9 French wing Zaccharie Risacher, who brings dynamic shot-making ability, long strides attacking the rim, the ability to pass in a variety of ways and outstanding defensive instincts. 16. His lack of passing and defensive upside hurts his perceived ceiling, but his shot-making, tools and energy should still create a high floor to fall back on. Despite possessing significant long-term upside, Bufkin has room to grow with ballhandling, playmaking, decision-making, shooting consistency and his thin frame, things he could elect to address either in college or the NBA depending on his priorities. New York Knicks (via Detroit Pistons), 34. Full 2024 mock draft on ESPN: https://t.co/Cw5AcgxiKy pic.twitter.com/4DNo1TOtDx, Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) February 22, 2023. Good scouting will be even more at a premium to ensure franchises get the best bang for their buck. One team figures to see a value pick in Tshiebwe, who could provide physicality, rebounding and second-chance points in a specialist role. This far out, it's difficult to know which projected second-round juniors -- Virginia's Reece Beekman, UConn's Andre Jackson Jr., Illinois' Coleman Hawkins, Arkansas' Ricky Council IV or Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner -- could elect to return for their senior season. Before thinking about the draft, James has to figure out his plan for next season. Refresh page, Many say that he might not be ready to enter the league even after two or even three years., I think Bronny can go to any college he wants to. Questions about Whiteheads finishing, shooting consistency and shot selection have started pop up. 11 overall player in the nation. The top 2 prospects are set and now we have Brandon Miller emerging as the likely no.3 guy in the class (despite the off the court issues). Jonathan Givony spent the past few months crisscrossing Europe, scouring the college basketball ranks and watching dozens of high school games live and on film to get an updated look at how the 2024 class is shaping up. March 3, 2023. Sign up for the Ducks Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. This past month, hes also started to show signs of improved shooting. That process will continue during the high school all-star game circuit -- McDonald's All-American, Nike Hoop Summit and Geico Nationals -- in March and April. Matas Buzelis | G League Ignite | PG/SG | Age: 18.3, Cody Williams | Colorado | PG/SG | Age: 18.2, Zaccharie Risacher | ASVEL | SF | Age: 17.8, Justin Edwards | Kentucky | SG/SF | Age: 19.1, D.J. 41. 31. 10 overall to the Orlando Magic. Mar 24, 2022. Jonathan Givony's latest 2023 NBA mock draft: Are Duke's top prospects living up to expectations? LeBron has a player option in his contract so he can team up with Bronny wherever his son is drafted. Hes blocking shots at an excellent rate (4.6 per 40 minutes). Indiana Pacers (via Heat):Arthur Kaluma (Creighton, SF, Sophomore). 29. Every year we get some big risers this time of year but often times we overvalue the hot names in March and get caught up in the madness, putting too much stock on post-season performance. 28 recruit in the class of 2023 in ESPNs latest rankings updated on Friday. Teams contending for Wembanyama All eyes are on 7-foot-5 French prospect Victor Wembanyama, the 2023 projected top pick. 12. Bronny James is one of the most-known high school basketball juniors in the country. Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. James has earned his spot in lottery conversations with the significant jump he has made at Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, California, this season, developing into arguably the best perimeter defender in his high school class while making strides in his perimeter shooting and playmaking ability.
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