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NBA Draft 2020: Best-case scenarios for all 30 franchises

By Tristan Freeman

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 20: (L-R) NBA Draft prospects Kevin Porter Jr., Nicolas Claxton, Sekou Doumbouya, Goga Bitazde, Keldon Johnson, Nassir Little, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Rui Hachimuri, Jarrett Culver, Cam Reddish, Coby White, Zion Williamson, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, Ja Morant, De'Andre Hunter, Darius Garland, Brandon Clarke, Romeo Langford, Jaxson Hayes, Tyler Herro, Bol Bol, PJ Washington, Matisse Thybulle and Mfiondu Kabengele stand on stage with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver before the start of the 2019 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 20, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 20: (L-R) NBA Draft prospects Kevin Porter Jr., Nicolas Claxton, Sekou Doumbouya, Goga Bitazde, Keldon Johnson, Nassir Little, Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Rui Hachimuri, Jarrett Culver, Cam Reddish, Coby White, Zion Williamson, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, Ja Morant, De'Andre Hunter, Darius Garland, Brandon Clarke, Romeo Langford, Jaxson Hayes, Tyler Herro, Bol Bol, PJ Washington, Matisse Thybulle and Mfiondu Kabengele stand on stage with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver before the start of the 2019 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 20, 2019 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images) /
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – FEBRUARY 05: Saddiq Bey #41 of the Villanova Wildcats (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – FEBRUARY 05: Saddiq Bey #41 of the Villanova Wildcats (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /

Portland Trailblazers – Land either Jaden McDaniels or Saddiq Bey

The comeback in the bubble to make it to the playoffs was a “feel good” story but masked what was an injury-filled and downright disappointing regular season. They had so many issues at small/power forward that they signed free agent Carmelo Anthony. He was good overall but obviously isn’t the long-term answer. Zach Collins might not be either if he doesn’t improve next season.

At No. 16, the Trailblazers need to find a quality combo forward that can play on both ends. Patrick Williams could be around but not necessarily the best fit. Bey from Villanova is a more natural fit and has a high ceiling overall thanks to his shooting ability. McDaniels would be if the franchise simply isn’t sold on Collins and wants to add more competition.

Sacramento Kings – Take Precious Achiuwa in first round

Between the Buddy Heild rumors and Bogdan Bogdanovic being a pending free agent, taking a guard at No. 12 wouldn’t be crazy. But a clear need the Kings have to address right now is in the frontcourt, particularly at power forward/center. Marvin Bagley was hurt this past season but there are genuine long-term questions about whether he can be a star. The other centers, Richaun Holmes and Dwayne Dedmon are barely rotational pieces.

The ideal selection at 12 would be Achiuwa, the AAC Player of the Year who averaged a double-double as a freshman at Memphis. He would help Sacramento on the boards and at the defensive end and could play with Bagley in the frontcourt. How his offense translates to the NBA is still a question but the Kings don’t need to swing for the fences. They just need a solid rotational role player that can contribute to the win column.

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