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NBA Draft 2018: Top 10 college point guards

By Tristan Freeman

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 09: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers holds the ball as De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the second half of a game at Staples Center on January 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 09: Lonzo Ball #2 of the Los Angeles Lakers holds the ball as De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the second half of a game at Staples Center on January 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) /
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6. Jevon Carter – West Virginia Mountaineers

College stats: 12.2 ppg 3.7 rpg 3.9 apg

The three-time Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year was the face of “Press Virginia” forcing multiple turnovers from the opposing team. His offense improved each season, going up to over 17 ppg this past season.

Carter likely won’t be much of a great scorer at the next level, but his defense absolutely will translate. At the very least, he can become the next Patrick Beverly of the Los Angeles Clippers, a hard-nosed defender who can make the life of even the best points rough. That’s good enough for a nice career in the NBA.

5. Jalen Brunson – Villanova Wildcats

College stats: 14.4 ppg 2.5 rpg 3.7 apg

Voted as the best player in college basketball last season, Brunson left because he couldn’t elevate his stock any higher. The two-time national champion had shooting splits of 52-41-80 while committing less than two turnovers a game.

As far as his pro prospects, it seems like people are split. He might not have the athleticism to keep up with the elite point guards in the NBA, but there’s also trust that he’ll figure it out in order to stay on the court. Brunson might not be a surefire starter at the next level, but he can certainly be a quality option off the bench, as well as a great locker room presence.

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