3. Request for Jeff Goodman Mock Draft 3.0

Request for Jeff Goodman Mock Draft 3.0

1Karl-Anthony TownsNew York KnicksCOLLEGE: KentuckyHT: 6-11WT: 250POS: C 25 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: Jahlil Okafor has been the odds-on favorite all season long, but Towns has come on strong lately, and this will be a difficult decision for Phil Jackson and the Knicks, or whoever gets the top selection. Okafor is a true low-post center while Towns is long, skilled, versatile and has a higher upside.

PLAYER CARD 2Jahlil OkaforPhiladelphia 76ersCOLLEGE: DukeHT: 6-11WT: 275POS: C 19.9 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: Yes, I know that the Sixers already have a pair of big men in Joel Embiid and Nerlens Noel. However, Philly general manager Sam Hinkie loves accumulating assets, and he can either keep Okafor or try to field offers for the pick. Okafor can easily play alongside the more skilled Embiid if that's the route Hinkie opts to take.

PLAYER CARD 3Emmanuel MudiayMinnesota TimberwolvesCOLLEGE: ChinaHT: 6-5WT: 196POS: PG 15.6 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: (1) The Wolves have Ricky Rubio, but it will be too difficult for Flip Saunders to pass on the big, strong and athletic point guard who played this past season in China. He just has too much upside and fits along with the new breed of point guard in the league.

PLAYER CARD 4D'Angelo RussellLos Angeles LakersCOLLEGE: Ohio StateHT: 6-5WT: 176POS: PG 11.9 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: (3) No one has seen his NBA stock soar quite as much as Russell since the start of the season. He's not an explosive athlete, but he has a high IQ and can both facilitate and score. The Lakers need an upgrade at the point guard spot, and they will get Kobe Bryant and Julius Randle back from injuries next season.

PLAYER CARD 5Stanley JohnsonOrlando MagicCOLLEGE: ArizonaHT: 6-7WT: 237POS: SF 8.8 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: Magic general manager Rob Hennigan has gone the "athletic" route recently by drafting Victor Oladipo, Aaron Gordon and Elfrid Payton. Don't be shocked if Hennigan goes with another high-level athlete in the physically ready Johnson, who is strong and has shot much better than many anticipated this season.

PLAYER CARD 6Kristaps PorzingisSacramento KingsCOLLEGE: LatviaHT: 6-11WT: 220POS: PF 6.3 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: (2) The Kings have a true low-post big man in DeMarcus Cousins, but could use a skilled frontcourt player, and the 7-foot Porzingis fits the bill. He can really shoot it from the perimeter, but it will take him time to adjust to the physical aspect of the NBA game.

PLAYER CARD 7Mario HezonjaDenver NuggetsCOLLEGE: CroatiaHT: 6-7WT: 200POS: SF 4.3 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: The Nuggets have a nice young inside tandem with Kenneth Faried, and Jusuf Nurkic, along with one of the better point guards in the NBA in Ty Lawson. Denver could use a young wing with size who can make plays for himself and his teammates. That's what Hezonja is: a high-IQ guy who has tremendous court vision and can also score.

PLAYER CARD 8Willie Cauley-SteinDetroit PistonsCOLLEGE: KentuckyHT: 7-0WT: 240POS: C 2.8 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: The Pistons have to prepare as if they will lose Greg Monroe, and the frontline duo of Andre Drummond and Cauley-Stein would be dominant -- especially on the defensive end. Drummond has the ability to step out on the offensive end, while Cauley-Stein is limited offensively.

PLAYER CARD 9Kevon LooneyAtlanta HawksCOLLEGE: UCLAHT: 6-10WT: 210POS: PF 1.7 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: (5) Paul Millsap is a free agent after the season, and even if he comes back to Atlanta, Looney would be a nice addition. He's long, athletic and can really rebound. Looney is a tweener forward now, but could eventually become more of a 3 in the NBA with improved consistency on his perimeter shot.

PLAYER CARD 10Myles TurnerBoston CelticsCOLLEGE: TexasHT: 7-0WT: 240POS: PF 1.0 percent chance to win lottery

Analysis: Some teams might be a little scared off because he has an unorthodox running style, but he's a legit 7-footer who plays hard, can step out and make shots from long distance and is also a quality shot-blocker. Danny Ainge won't be able to pass on Turner due to his size, skill and potential.

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