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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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ULM, GERMANY – MARCH 08: (BILD ZEITUNG OUT) Killian Hayes of Ratiopharm Ulm (Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)
ULM, GERMANY – MARCH 08: (BILD ZEITUNG OUT) Killian Hayes of Ratiopharm Ulm (Photo by Harry Langer/DeFodi Images via Getty Images) /

Chicago Bulls – Take Killian Hayes at No. 4

The Bulls have a new head coach in Billy Donovan, who had one of the best coaching performances this season with Oklahoma City. He has a new rebuilding job, but at least has a star in Zach LaVine. The rest of the roster is filled with inconsistencies and question marks, particularly at point guard. LaVine has moved there since he always has the ball in his hands but is better-suited playing off the ball.

LaMelo Ball likely won’t be around at 4 but there is another ball-handler with a high ceiling in French point guard Killian Hayes. A projected top-10 pick, Hayes is 6’5 who can pass the ball at a high level, as well as shoot from deep. They drafted Coby White last season but he’s not the same facilitator as Hayes can be. Unless LaVine gets consistent help on the perimeter, Chicago won’t get out of the lottery.

Cleveland Cavaliers – Draft either Isaac Okoro or Obi Toppin

Collin Sexton has the makings of a franchise player, while rookie Darius Garland looked good for the most part. Kevin Love and his huge contract are still around, while center Andre Drummond likely will be around after picking up his player option. That leaves the wing position, with an upgrade needed from Cedi Osman, who’s a solid role player but not a starter on a winning team.

At pick No. 5, there are multiple options that would make sense. If they want to go for the jugular, taking Obi Toppin from Dayton could give them as athletic a roster in the league. Auburn’s Okoko is a natural wing that can be plugged-in early on without issue and his defense would be a major benefit for a franchise that ranks near the bottom.

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