NBA Draft 2020: Final mock draft and predictions for all 60 picks
Flynn was arguably the most impactful transfer in all of college basketball last season, producing 17.6 ppg and 5.1 apg for San Diego State’s historically good campaign. Not only was he the Mountain West Player of the Year, but the 6’1 guard got Defensive Player of the Year honors as well. The two-way leader only has to deal with questions regarding athleticism but his impressive past season has scouts believing that he can play minutes out the gate.
"The Bucks are in a win-now mode and few guards are more NBA ready than Flynn. He shot 37% from three last season, which would make him a good off-ball pairing with Giannis Antetokounmpo. – Brandon Simberg"
Milwaukee may need Flynn to be part of its rotation and provide some consistent scoring off the bench. Donte DiVincenzo struggled mightily in the postseason, while both George Hill and Eric Bledsoe are reportedly on the trading block. With Giannis Antetokounmpo deciding on whether or not he wants to leave the franchise after next season, they’ll need a rookie who doesn’t need too much developing early on to contribute and have the Bucks remain as title contenders.
Pokuševski is one of the youngest players in this draft, as he won’t turn 19 for another month. He also is one of the biggest players at over 7’0 tall. He’s a natural center with good defensive instincts and an ability to spread the floor. The Serbian big is a true developmental prospect and could be a “stash” candidate if a contending team knows they won’t use him this upcoming season.
"He’ll need to spend a year or two working on his body and cutting down on some of his adventurous habits with the ball, but Utah would give him a true center to play next to and a staff that is familiar with adding weight onto thinner frames (just look at Rudy Gobert’s physical transformation). – Trevor Marks"
That would be the case for the Jazz, who already has Rody Gobert at center and backed up by Tony Bradley and Ed Davis. Utah has success in drafting and developing international prospects and head coach Quinn Snyder has his connections overseas. If they believe in Pokuševski enough for a first-round pick, then look for this move to potentially pay off in a few years, maybe sooner if Gobert isn’t with the team anymore.
Bane quietly has been a great college guard, coming off a season of 16.6 ppg, 6.3 rpg, and 3.9 apg at TCU. At 6’6, Bane can play both the shooting guard and wing positions, while adding great shooting (44% from deep last season) from the perimeter.
"Bane will be able to contribute right away, especially in areas other than scoring, and would be a great asset to a team looking to make a title run. – Josh Whitlow"
Outside of Jamal Murray, the Nuggets will be looking to add more depth among the guards, Will Barton and Gary Harris could end up being too expensive to hold on in the future so having a talent such as Bane will come in handy down the road if any moves have to be made.
It’s clear that Maryland star big man Smith will have a productive career, as long as the development continues. The 6’10 forward/center produced 15.5 ppg and 10.5 rpg, along with 2.4 blocks a game. He’s a solid two-way player with a developing three-point shot, while already comfortable in the post.
"As a potential replacement for the underperforming Al Horford, Smith’s ability to play big around the rim and stretch the floor poises to significantly help out Philadelphia next year. – Collin Helwig"
The 76ers have little frontcourt depth outside of Joel Embiid and Al Horford, the ladder of which is likely to see his minutes decrease as he gets older. While Smith and Embiid likely won’t be able to play on the court together, the team at least will have a legit backup without seeing the offense take a drastic decline as we’ve seen when the star center does go to the bench.