NBA Draft 2018: 5 players that could exceed their draft expectations

The NBA Draft is right around the corner on June 21. Here’s a look at five sleeper picks to keep an eye on as the draft approaches.

The NBA Draft is right around the corner. While teams vie for the top selection on their big board, there are also some sleeper picks to keep an eye on. Sleeper picks can be anywhere from just outside the lottery all the way to second-round draft picks.

Most outlets have Arizona Wildcats’ big man DeAndre Ayton pegged as the first overall selection to the Phoenix Suns. After that though, anything can happen, which should make for an interesting night of picks.

Beyond the lottery picks, there are sure to be some solid selections. Last year’s sleeper picks could be considered guys like Josh Hart or Jordan Bell or OG Anunoby. Hart averaged 7.9 points and 4.2 rebounds as a rookie for the Los Angeles Lakers, Bell won a ring in the NBA Finals with the Golden State Warriors, and Anunoby made the postseason as a starter with the Toronto Raptors.

Given this year’s class, there’s a solid group of players that serve as sleeper picks for any team that may draft them. So, whether a playoff team or not, this could be where teams have an opportunity Here’s a look at five potential sleeper picks in the 2018 NBA Draft.