6. Oklahoma City Thunder
Jonathan Kuminga, SF, G-League Elite
This is the first time in our mocks that Kuminga has fallen out of the top-five. That is a huge win for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Kuminga needs to improve his jump shot but at 6-foot-8 is one of the best athletes in the draft. He is a two-way player that can use his burst and athleticism well in the open floor. Kuminga is a rising star and one that will be a piece moving forward.
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7. Golden State Warriors (from Minnesota Timberwolves)
Davion Mitchell, PG, Baylor
There are two choices here for the Golden State Warriors but they could go with the defensive star who won in college. Davion Mitchell really solidified his draft stock during Baylor’s run to an NCAA Championship and is locked in as a lottery pick. Mitchell is arguably the best defender in the draft and would be able to provide a spark off the bench for a team looking to win an NBA title.
8. Orlando Magic (from Chicago Bulls)
James Bouknight, PG, UConn
James Bouknight is the other guard in play for the Warriors but if he does not go there, he will not fall far. Bouknight showed off incredible scoring prowess with the Huskies. The Orlando Magic landed their do-it-all player in Barnes at No. 5 and could add another piece to the backcourt here. Bouknight would be able to develop further with Markelle Fultz and Cole Anthony.
9. Sacramento Kings
Moses Moody, SG, Arkansas
The Sacramento Kings can go many directions with this pick and that includes trading it, either to move up or down. The Kings are in a good place at point guard with De’Aaron Fox and could solidify the backcourt with Moses Moody. He struggled during the NCAA Tournament but Moody led Arkansas to an incredible regular season using his ability to score. Moody has the speed and aggressiveness to be successful at the next level.
10. New Orleans Pelicans
Corey Kispert, SF, Gonzaga
The New Orleans Pelicans need to begin building around Zion Williamson. Why not add the best shooter in the draft who spent four years winning in college? Corey Kispert was a leader at Gonzaga for four years and took that next step as a senior. He scored 18.6 points per game while shooting 44% from three-point range. His frame allows him to compete down low. The Pelicans would not just be getting a shooter here but an experienced player that can do it all.