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Soaring Down South’s Mock 2017 NBA Draft

By Justin Hodges

Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) passes UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. UCLA won 107-66. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) passes UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. UCLA won 107-66. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /
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March 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; Creighton Bluejays center Justin Patton (23) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament against the Rhode Island Rams at Golden 1 Center. The Rams won 84-72. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
March 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; Creighton Bluejays center Justin Patton (23) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament against the Rhode Island Rams at Golden 1 Center. The Rams won 84-72. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

15.Portland Trail Blazers

Pick: OG Anunoby, F, Indiana

The Trail Blazers need more assurance at the three spot making OG Anunoby a potential fit. A masterful defender with supreme athleticism and perimeter shooting potential Anunoby could bring a lot to the table. Any help Portland can get alongside Damian Lillard and CJ McCollum will benefit this team going forward.

16.Chicago Bulls

Pick: Terrance Ferguson, G, Australia

Terrance Ferguson has tremendous 3&D potential that the Bulls could use some of in their future. Has outstanding length as a two guard and his spot up shooting makes him an exciting prospect. Considering how downright miserable the Bulls were with perimeter shooting last season, the team could use a knockdown shooter like this.

17.Milwaukee Bucks

Pick: Luke Kennard, G, Duke

Luke Kennard had a tremendous sophomore season for the Blue Devils proving how capable of a scorer he is. For Milwaukee, more guard depth can only do them good going forward. Kennard is a prospect that can come in day one and potentially have a good impact. Perimeter shooting for Kennard is elite and utilizes pick and roll well.

18.Indiana Pacers

Pick: Jawun Evans, G, Oklahoma State

With Jeff Teague facing impending free agency and Monta Ellis facing the tail end of his career, the Indiana Pacers could use more backcourt depth. Jawun Evans has a ways to go before he can be a really effective NBA player, but there is potential there. Handles the ball extremely well, has knockdown shooting potential and defensive capability as well.

19.Atlanta Hawks

Pick: Justin Patton, C, Creighton

Justin Patton is one of the more intriguing prospects in the 2017 NBA Draft. There is loads of potential here. Patton has great offensive capability while his playstyle resembles that of the modern day center. He can play low-block, attack face-up and shoot jump shots all effectively. The Hawks are in need of front-court depth and know how to develop young talent, making his a potentially great pick.

20.Portland Trail Blazers

Pick: Harry Giles, PF/C, Duke

Reports from NBA personnel claim that former top recruit Harry Giles has been looking much better in team workouts than he ever did at Duke. This is encouraging for not only Giles but for whichever team he’s going to fall to. Giles is a gifted prospect with his physical traits and skill set down low. Portland desperately needs bigger bodies down low. If everything goes correctly Giles still has potential to be a phenomenal NBA player.