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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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BOISE, ID – MARCH 17: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #22 of the Kentucky Wildcats gestures during the first half against the Buffalo Bulls in the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Taco Bell Arena on March 17, 2018 in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
BOISE, ID – MARCH 17: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #22 of the Kentucky Wildcats gestures during the first half against the Buffalo Bulls in the second round of the 2018 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament at Taco Bell Arena on March 17, 2018 in Boise, Idaho. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Kentucky Wildcats

College stats: 14.4 ppg 4.1 rpg 5.1 apg

As soon as he was inserted into the starting lineup, Kentucky Basketball became much more of a threat. Gilgeous-Alexander was an elite passer, with near triple-double efforts towards the end of the season. He used his elite speed combined with his 6’6 height to drive into the lane to get up quality shots.

He might not be ready to go this season in terms of having the biggest impact, but Gilgeous-Alexander could develop into a star in a few more years. If he can get drafted on a team with great shooters on the wings, the Wildcat point guard will be able to maximize his driving talents and score more than expected.

1. Collin Sexton – Alabama Crimson Tide

College stats: 19.2 ppg 3.8 rpg 3.6 apg

Many point guards in today’s NBA have become “score first”, with offense capabilities now a requirement more than a luxury. Even more than Young, Sexton is the best offensive point guard in the draft, with the highest upside of any player.

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There certainly were times that his streakiness showed, with Alabama losing more games than they were supposed to. But I just can’t get out of my mind what Sexton did against Minnesota when it was just 3-5 for the last part of the game. His explosiveness translates very well, making him an easy candidate for Rookie of the Year. I think he’ll average at least 15 ppg on whichever team that drafts him.

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