NBA Draft 2019: Clear top three in pre-NCAA Tournament mock

By Brian Rauf | Mar 4, 2019

DURHAM, NC - FEBRUARY 16: Zion Williamson #1 and RJ Barrett #5 of the Duke Blue Devils react following their game against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Cameron Indoor Stadium on February 16, 2019 in Durham, North Carolina. Duke won 94-78. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images) /

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BLOOMINGTON, IN – JANUARY 14: Romeo Langford #0 of the Indiana Hoosiers prepares to shoot a free throw against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Assembly Hall on January 14, 2019 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

15) Charlotte Hornets – Nickeil Alexander-Walker, PG/SG, Virginia Tech
Charlotte has an undersized point guard in Kemba Walker (who is a free agent this offseason) and undersized backup two in Malik Monk. Alexander-Walker would provide needed size and depth while providing the potential for a starting point guard should Kemba leave.

14) Boston Celtics (via Sacramento Kings) – Sekou Doumbouya, PF, Limoges
The best international prospect in this class, Doumbouya is already a seasoned player thanks to years of international and professional experience despite being just 18 years old. His upside as a versatile, very athletic 6-9 forward is obvious, and he should turn into an elite defender.

13) Los Angeles Lakers – Keldon Johnson, SG, Kentucky
Johnson is one of my favorite prospects in this class. He is extremely competitive and skilled offensively who, while maybe not suited to be a superstar, can be the second or third best player on a playoff team. Johnson reminds me a lot of a bigger Bradley Beal.

12) Minnesota Timberwolves – P.J. Washington, SF, Kentucky
Washington’s stock has risen as much as anyone’s over the past month as he’s perfectly suited for today’s NBA. At 6-8, 230 pounds, and a 7-3 wingspan with good quickness, Washington can defend anyone on the court. He can also shoot the three and score in the post. Playing with consistent energy is his only question mark.

11) Orlando Magic – Romeo Langford, SG, Indiana
Langford (and Indiana) has not lived up to expectations this year but his physical tools and production around the rim have NBA teams intrigued. He needs to improve as a shooter and with is consistency, but he’s one of the best slashers in this class.

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