16. Oklahoma City Thunder
Ziaire Williams, SG, Stanford
The Thunder have three picks in this first round to work with. After adding an elite prospect like Kuminga, Ziaire Williams could be the new addition in the backcourt. He entered Stanford with high expectations and was a bit inconsistent at times. With that being said, Williams is still one of the best at creating his own shot and can get it done in the midrange.
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17. Memphis Grizzlies
Keon Johnson, SG, Tennessee
Keon Johnson is an explosive athlete. We saw that at the draft combine when he displayed his vertical leap. Why not pair him in the backcourt with Ja Morant? Memphis is an up-and-coming team with postseason hopes next season. Johnson is a strong defender and can get up and down the floor with the best of them in this draft class.
18. Oklahoma City Thunder (from Miami Heat)
Chris Duarte, PG, Oregon
Chris Duarte is one of the fastest-rising prospects in the draft over the last few weeks. He is one of the oldest prospects but that should not turn teams away from him. Duarte was a leader at Oregon and handled the offense well. He is one of the top shooters in the class and can get it done in the lane as well. If the Thunder are looking for a player who can come in and take over as a leader right away, Duarte is a name to keep an eye on.
19. New York Knicks
Sharife Cooper, PG, Auburn
The New York Knicks have needed a point guard for years now. They have been unable to nail down that position but they could look to do so in this year’s draft. Sharife Cooper has the flare and game for the Garden. He stands at 6-foot-1, which is why he might fall to the Knicks. Cooper has the skill of a top-10 pick but might get passed on. Cooper can score from all three levels and is one of the best passers in the draft. He has the qualities for New York.
20. Atlanta Hawks
Cameron Thomas, SG, LSU
Cameron Thomas is the name that has been linked to the Atlanta Hawks. He was the leading scorer in the SEC this season. Thomas can play fast and is an elite scorer from the perimeter. The Hawks made a run to the Eastern Conference Finals this season and this draft pick is one that can keep them in contention moving forward.
