NBA Draft 2022: Final mock draft predictions of all 58 picks

29. Memphis Grizzlies – Trevor Keels (Duke Blue Devils)

There’s a good chance that Duke has five players getting drafted into the first round. The one with the lowest odds would be Keels, who had his ups and downs as a freshman at Duke. He could go for 25 points one night but also could go for fewer than six points another night. Keels has real potential, with an already NBA body, and can be a quality defender for a team that thrives on that in Memphis.

The backcourt for the Grizzlies features several key players besides Morant, including Desmond Bane, De’Anthony Melton, and Ziaire Williams. Keels can be a future asset in case the team can’t pay one of them coming up and he fits into the team’s culture.

30. Denver Nuggets – Kendall Brown (Baylor Bears)

After taking Terry first, Brown is another legit role player that the Nuggets could use. He’s a 6’8 wing/forward that shot nearly 60% from the field as a freshman, while also being a capable ball-handler and passer on the perimeter.

For Denver, Brown can be insurance, depending on what happens with Porter Jr. The franchise will have to make some tough decisions with both him and Gordon and Brown has potential to be a future starter and fits in the Nuggets’ system, particularly on defense.

31. Indiana Pacers – Caleb Houstan (Michigan Wolverines)

The former five-star prospect had his efficiency issues at Michigan, including shooting 38% from the field. But Houstan is a 6’8 wing/forward with great athleticism and long-term potential if some things can get fixed. He’s a good three-point shooter and shot-creator but needs to develop his decision-making.

Indiana started Oshae Brissett mostly at the four-spot and they could use an offensive upgrade there. If nothing else, he can split the minutes with Brissett and develop into a future rotational piece.