NBA Mock Draft. Murray is a 6-foot-8 sophomore forward out of Iowa averaging 24.7 points and 7.9 rebounds while shooting 59.5% from the floor and 36.5% from three-point range on While several expected Ivey to be the obvious pick for Sacramento, Murray offers solid upside to the Kings. 5 overall to the Detroit Pistons, ESPN: No. Keegan Murray today: 32 points 9 rebounds 11-17 FG 8-10 (!!!) Full Order. 2 overall pick behind Wembanyama. Wilson's shot selection has improved from last year and has shown growth and maturity in his game. Keegan Murray had a breakout campaign this year, leading Iowa to the NCAA Big Ten championship. He has great size at the guard position and tremendous upside at the next level with his patience on offense and his ability to create for others either as the primary ball handler or off the wing. After being left off of most preseason Mock Draft boards, Hendricks has become a staple in the first round as his freshman season has gone on. Teams have been impressed with his scoring ability and gritty style of play. : 6-9, 220 pounds | Class: Freshman | South Carolina. (Draft order is from Tankathon as of Feb. Here's a look at Yahoo Sports' latest first- and second-round projections for the 2023 NBA Draft in June. Where Iowa's Keegan Murray fits in after the 2022 NBA draft lottery. WebMatt Pennie and Sam Vecenie dive deep into the 2022 NBA Draft by undertaking a mock draft. He has the size, strength, quickness and athleticism to defend multiple positions at the next level and he has improved as a perimeter shooter. : 6-6, 220 pounds | Metropolitans 92 (France), Ht./Wt. Ht./Wt. Lock it in. : 6-9, 245 pounds | Class: Senior | Indiana, Ht./Wt. Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray has emerged as an excellent shooter this season and is on pace to set the NBA single-season mark by a rookie. 1 in many classes. There is no doubt about his ability to score the ball, averaging 17.9 points per game, but his efficiency has gone from bad to worse with his field goal percentage (37.6) and 3-point percentage (33.5) dropping this season. Hes not a full-blown specialist, but Hawkins does have fantastic gravity and he should be able to hold up on defense. That troublesome knee has limited Smith to just nine games this season, causing his draft stock to slide a bit. Wembanyama continues to play for his French Betclic Elite League team as well as the French national team as he prepares to hit the NBA next season. He's a high-volume shooter with great shooting mechanics and one of the only knocks on his game is his shot selection at times. 4 pick, but has all the tools to contribute to a young Sacramento team. MLB. The draft order below is based on Tankathon's Draft Lottery simulator using reverse standings. Thanks for signing up. Murray filled the stat sheet on a nightly basis and was the only player last season to record at least 800 points, 300 rebounds, 60 blocked shots and 50 assists. Iowa forward Keegan Murray, Purdue guard Jaden Ivey, Kentucky wing Shaedon Sharpe and Arizona wing Bennedict Mathurin all appeal to the Pistons. Ht./Wt. @thereal013 pic.twitter.com/GCiQKJrI2x. Your login session has expired. Keegan Murray NBA Draft Stock & Projection Round 1 - Sacramento Kings (No. Hood-Schifino has been patient with his development during his freshman season and scouts are watching the freshman guard more closely. Position: Forward. He has great positional size for a lead guard, he's a savvy passer and decision-maker, and he's improved his 3-point shooting stroke, converting 39.1 percent of his attempts from deep this season (compared to 29.2 percent as a sophomore). This is a big TBD. Here's a look at Yahoo Sports' latest first- and second-round projections for the 2023 NBA Draft in June. He fits the prototypical mold of a stretch-four in today's NBA. Sign up for the The Rookie Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. CBS Sports Kyle Boone released his latest 2022 NBA mock draft now that the college season has concluded and he has Murray climbing his draft board. From a college standpoint, George isnt even the best guard on his own team. Big Board. Most might look past the value of an older, smaller guard but Sasser has a high offensive IQ and can come in right away with the second unit on an established team. Phillips isnt a consensus first-rounder by any means, but its easy to see why hed be in this range. At 6-foot-8 with a 6-foot-11 wingspan, Keegan Murray has a high motor and does a lot of the "little things" that contribute to winning, and he is a terrific defender. With DeAaron Fox and Davion Mitchell leading the backcourt, Ivey doesnt really fit in the Kings current situation. : 6-8, 240 pounds | Class: Freshman | Houston. He continues to dominate the league at just 19 years old as the NBA awaits his arrival. Zillgitt, USA TODAY Sports. On Saturday, Miller finished with 24 points and six rebounds and received thunderous cheers from the home crowd anytime he converted a bucket. Its not only the defense. Hawkins has posted 20 points in his last three games and is hitting a hot streak to close out the regular season. Smith was one of the biggest risers at last year's NBA Draft Combine, showing his electrifying quickness and competitive demeanor. Ware has struggled all season in his first year at Oregon, but the Pacers could take a swing at the young center who showed so much promise and talent as a highly rated high school prospect. The freshman guard has been a sound floor general who can make every type of read and pass necessary to run the point at the next level. Smith is another star freshman who began the season on the sidelines, taking a precautious route with a right knee injury. As noted above, Henderson would be a rightful No. He excels as a perimeter defender and is one of the best shot-blocking guards in this draft class. Black is another one of the biggest risers on Mock Drafts, stepping up as Arkansas' lead playmaker this season with Smith in and out of the lineup. With that said, his defense is starting to really pop he had eight blocks in the Blue Devils win over North Carolina and there is little doubt that he could be a big-time rim protector at the NBA level. Walker's stat line each game isn't a direct indication of the type of player he is for No. With that said, it is unclear how hell defend at the NBA level, so thats going to be the swing on his perceived value. Ht./Wt. Shooting 40% from 3-point range on eight attempts per game, Hawkins is the best 3-point shooting guard in this draft class. Henderson is a monster of a prospect with high-end burst, real polish, and tremendous production for a player who just turned 19 years old playing against pros in the G League for the second straight season. He is 16th in the league in 3-point percentage among players Any team looking for instant offense off of the bench will be interested in the Ohio State wing. NFL. Murray is physical enough and smart enough to hold up in the Big Ten in terms of physicality, that conference might be closer to the NBAs level of physicality than 7) - 1 The three highlighted mock drafts agree that Murray will land in the top 10 of the 2022 NBA Draft. In his most recent win over the Cold Hearts, Thompson connected on 5-of-10 attempts from 3-point range. Thoughts? Defensively, Smith Jr. is solid on the ball, keeping his man in front and fighting through screens. The Kings are in the middle of a rebuild. Murray, 21, is one of the oldest projected lottery picks and could have an immediate impact on the Pistons rebuild. : 6-7, 192 pounds | New Zealand Breakers. Sign up for the Hawkeyes Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Davis put up a career effort on Monday in the G League and nearly led the Go-Go to victory in the process. There is a chance Bufkin is at the peak of his perceived value right now after a nice mid-season run in Ann Arbor. In his most recent game with the Ignite, Henderson flirted with a triple-double where he led his team with 20 points, 14 assists, seven rebounds, three blocks and one steal in the 116-114 loss to the Memphis Hustle. The 18-year-old was a projected top-five pick to start the year but he hasn't had much of a chance to showcase his talent. Jackson has shown he can spot up, create his own shot off the dribble or put the ball on the deck and attack the rim. He has always been highly productive but, in the last couple of months, Jackson-Davis has taken a leap with his supporting characteristics and generally dominated quality competition in the Big Ten. His size as a 6-7 guard makes him an extremely versatile perimeter defender with quick hands and keen instincts to come up with stops, steals and deflections. During the 2021-22 season, Murray averaged 23.5 points and 8.7 rebounds per game while shooting 55.5% from the field. He's doubled his 3-point makes from last season and adding that to his body control while finishing at the rim and his motor in transition make him a real offensive threat and valuable as an NBA prospect. Plus, according to Yahoos Chris Haynes, the team organized for him to have dinner with Fox and Domantas Sabonis. He has great hands and has a high rebounding rate (grabbing 13 boards in a recent win over Arkansas). The Orlando Magic won the NBA draft lottery, coming in first and getting their choice of potential stars to add to their fold. He's had some off the court moments where he's shown immaturity and age, but his growth on the court throughout the season makes him an enticing prospect in the mid-first round. His perimeter shooting would be beneficial for any NBA team. Sensabaugh continues to be a hard-nosed forward who can self-create off the block. 2022 NBA Mock Draft 1.0: Pacers Win Lottery, Keegan Murray Rises to No. 1 overall prospect in the class of 2023 and chose South Carolina as an 18-year-old freshman. Note: The Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers forfeited their second-round picks in 2023 due to tampering and violating free agency rules. May 17 NBA Lottery. The 6-6 playmaker is a pick-and-roll maestro. : 6-6, 235 pounds | Class: Freshman | Ohio State. Over his previous three games, he had scored seven total points and shot 2-for-21 from the field. He's been the engine of a Houston squad with championship aspirations and he can bring those winning qualities to a team in the late first or early second round. He is 16th in the league in 3-point percentage among players 4 pick in the NBA draft. This might be a bit far for Murray to fall, but the concerns about his athleticism and defense are legitimate. 1; Knicks, Lakers make a jump, Pacers vs. Mavericks: Lineups, betting odds, injuries, TV info for Tuesday, NBA All-Star Game: The 45 rookies to make the annual showcase game, Magic vs. By Tom Lewis @IndyCornrows Jun 21, 2022, 10:33am EDT. At just 18, Whitehead has promising pro potential with his defensive skill set and natural instincts as a scorer in transition. To no surprise, nothing has changed at the top of the 2023 NBA Draft board. Sensabaugh is a divisive prospect because, right now, he is mostly a shooter/scorer that doesnt do much else. pic.twitter.com/l376LEbQ1f. : 6-7, 195 pounds | Class: Sophomore | Pepperdine. Ht./Wt. As such, many will be catching up on the prospects with a crash course over the next four months and, without further delay, it is time for the first DIME mock draft of the 2023 cycle. Sensabaugh is one of the best shooters and shot creators in this class, capable of knocking down everything from pull-ups off the dribble, to catch-and-shoot 3s off of screens, to fadeaways out of the post. 4) - 1 - Detroit Pistons (No. He plays with great positioning and solid fundamentals and has enough mobility to step out and guard in space. Sensabaugh is another rising freshman who has entered NBA Draft conversations as a three-level scoring threat. Then, if you watch him, the flashes are considerable the pedigree is there. In his last two games, the combo guard averaged 25 points and he played a full 40 minutes in the recent loss to No. 27 pick in the Rookie Wire mock draft, the Warriors landed Iowas Keegan Murray. : 6-9, 210 pounds | Class: Freshman | UCF. Murray. Please check your email for a confirmation. Black does the little things that don't necessarily show up on the stat line by deflecting passes and altering shots with his long wingspan on defense. The fourth pick has already set the franchise record for 3s in a season by a first-year player as his 137 are the most ever by a rookie at the All-Star break. Early injuries have disrupted Whitehead's rhythm this season, but he's shown promising steps as a scorer late in the season, hitting 4-of-6 3s in a recent win over Syracuse. His size and length at 6-foot-7 makes him an intriguing prospect in the late lottery or mid-first round. Ware could benefit from an NBA system with more freedom off the block and spacing in high pick-and-roll situations. Its mostly a placeholder for any team in the 20s.. Black is one of the best passing guards in college basketball, averaging 4.3 assists per game and dishing out six or more assists in eight games this season. : 6-8, 220 pounds | Class: Junior | Iowa. Get ready to see this selection a lot. Miller was coming off a season-high 41-point performance in an overtime win over South Carolina on Wednesday. Most NBA teams expect Detroit to offer restricted free agent Deandre Ayton a max offer sheet to attempt to pry him away from Phoenix, which would provide a significant boost for the Pistons roster if successful. George sustained an ankle sprain in a win over Texas that will leave him sidelined up until the Big 12 tournament. : 6-6, 215 pounds | Class: Freshman | Indiana. His versatility as a playmaker and his perimeter defense make him a coveted prospect who can be plugged into multiple positions. He has tight handle and a smooth jumper from both the perimeter and midrange, making him a three-level scorer. Keegan Murray drafted at No. Many draft analysts see both of those trends finally coming to a close after star forward Keegan Murray hears his name called in the 2022 NBA draft. Despite Kentucky's struggles this season, Wallace has still been one of the most reliable passers and perimeter defenders in this draft class. Henderson, 19, put on a show in the G League Next Up game, finishing with 19 points, six assists, four rebounds and two steals. His defensive versatility makes him an intriguing top-five prospect in the way he can guard the four and five in the post with his size but also step out and defend the wing with his athleticism. : 6-8, 225 pounds | Class: Junior | Kansas. Amen is also a very, very good passer, and the big question is whether he can round out his game with perimeter shooting and something between the rim and the three-point line. In a dead period of the NBA calendar between All-Star weekend and the resumption of on-court action, many look to dive into the NBA Draft world, perhaps for the first time during a given cycle. Keegan Murray was one of the most productive players in college basketball last season. "Obviously, this is a tough situation and something teams will be monitoring closely. 13 Indiana. The Rookie Wires Cody Taylor had pretty similar reasons for the Pistons taking Murray. 2, he still remains the second-best overall prospect to Wembanyama. While his shooting hasn't shown much improvement (25.0 percent from 3), he proved enough in other areas of the game to still warrant top-five consideration. If this was my big board, Hood-Schifino would be higher, because he is fantastic. That is an enticing package, even if he is more of a role player. With new head coach Mike Brown at the helm, Sacramento are on the verge of making major changes. Portland Trail Blazers Keegan Murray, Iowa Forward, 6-8, 225 pounds, sophomore 7. Kyle Irving is an NBA content producer for The Sporting News. This isnt the best fit for Smith given his defensive concerns and overlap with Tyler Herro but, again, its so early to be diving deep into fit. That lends us to our third Mock Draft of the season, taking stock of how players have performed heading into the home stretch of their seasons. Please check your email for a confirmation. For every forced shot, there's a hustle play to scrap for a rebound. NBA Mock Draft 2023: Examining Where Things Stand At The All-Star Break. 2 Indiana, Iowa Hawkeyes at Indiana Hoosiers: TV, stream, broadcast details for Tuesday, Full Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball 2022-23 schedule, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. There is a ton to like with Anthony Black. Keegan Murray has been impressive to start his rookie campaign with the Kings, garnering Western Conference Rookie of the Month honors for December. Proven to be an active and versatile defender on the other side of the ball with plenty of room to grow as a shot-creator on offense, Miller is the biggest rising prospect in college basketball. After missing the majority of the season with a knee injury, Smith Jr. is back on the court without any minute restrictions. : 6-10, 235 pounds | Class: Senior | Gonzaga, despite being linked to the scene where 23-year-old Jamea Harris was shot to death last month, scene where 23-year-old Jamea Harris was shot to death last month, off the court moments where he's shown immaturity. The 6-9 forward has wowed talent evaluators with his lights-out perimeter shooting, averaging 19.5 points while knocking down 43.1 percent (!) The SBN NBA mock draft fell in the Pacers favor. Murray will add shooting on the wing to complement star guard Dejounte Murray. Griffin, Duke Guard Heres Our Review Of Cocaine Bear: Oh Hell Yes! : 6-4, 185 pounds | Class: Freshman | Baylor. This time around, there are 16 freshmen buta lotof the names have changed compared to the preseason. by: Brad Rowland February 22, 2023. As an NBA prospect, he has great length and versatility and can either take players off the dribble or drain long 3s. https://therookiewire.usatoday.com/2023/02/22/kings-keegan-murray-3-point-rookie-record/, Kings' Domantas Sabonis calls rookie Keegan Murray special, NBA Rising Stars: Jose Alvarado named MVP to lead Team Pau to title, NBA Rising Stars 2023: Full rosters revealed in draft announcement, Keegan Murray puts up 30 points, breaks Kings' rookie 3-point record, Paolo Banchero, Keegan Murray named NBA Rookies of the Month for January, NBA Rising Stars 2023: Player pool revealed for annual showcase, The 101 greatest nicknames in NBA history, NBA Power Rankings: Bucks remain No. FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - FEBRUARY 18: Nick Smith Jr. #3 talks with Anthony Black Back to the Detroit train we go for Hoops Hypes Michael Scotto. Murray drained a 3 in 32 straight games from Nov. 25-Jan. 30, which was tied for the third-longest streak by a rookie in history. After a historic sophomore season, forward Keegan Murray could potentially be the Smith continues to work on his shot selection, but the way he creates for others off the dribble (dishing out 10 assists in a win over Georgia Tech) and his confidence as a scorer will make it hard for NBA teams to pass up on him in the first round. Ht./Wt. Keegan Murray is the highest-drafted former Hawkeye in program history. ), Ht./Wt. Ht./Wt. With San Antonios development staff, Murray could become an All-Star level player in a few years. Dick has elevated his stock into the lottery range, proving to be one of the best and most consistent perimeter shooters in this class. Hes got plenty of length, with a reported 6-11 wingspan and has all the size and physical tools to be a big time NBA player. He is a very strong defender already. Ht./Wt. Keegan Murray has a Kawhi Leonard personality, Keegan Murray says the Kings are getting a winner. The twin brother of 2022 top-5 pick Keegan Ht./Wt. Ht./Wt. Kris is the brother of 2022 top-five pick, Keegan Murray. Ht./Wt. 1 overall pick in June. There are some questions about upside, but Hood-Schifino does many things well and I buy the defense and creation. There are times when he strings together good offensive stretches, hitting catch-and-shoot 3s, finishing in transition and creating for others off the first step. Smith Jr. finished with 24 points and six rebounds and was a key factor in the Razorbacks' nine-point lead at halftime. He's at his best with the ball in his hands but has shown development on the wing over the course of the season. Smith has barely played at Arkansas due to injury and hasnt lit the world on fire. He projects as a microwave scorer at the next level but that's his ceiling. 1? Here are some of the best reactions: After a rather controversial incident with Jaden Ivey, the Kings made a valid decision to pick Murray. MORE: Scoot Henderson is much more than a consolation prize in Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes. So without further ado, with the first pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, the Houston Rockets select WATCH CHAMPIONSHIP WEEK AND MARCH MADNESS ON SLING:English|Spanish. Dick is going to be a defensive target for the opposition, at least for a while. 2 Indiana through sensational pictures, Caitlin Clark considering two more seasons with the Iowa Hawkeyes, Why the rest of the schedule matters for Iowa men's basketball, Carver Magic! After starting as a projected borderline Top 20 pick. Ausar is also more of a wing than a guard, like Amen is. Keegan Murray is a very efficient player who projects as a high end role player, floor spacer and do-everything forward at the next level. His 3-ball continues to be an area of development and something NBA teams are watching closely. Miller is averaging 28.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and hitting on 58% of his attempts from the field in the last three games. He's a raw product offensively, but he's a willing shooter, shot creator and passer.Rupert is an upside potential play for a team that is willing to be patient in the first round. : 6-5, 185 pounds | Class: Freshman | UCLA, Ht./Wt. More. June 16, 2022 11:28 am CT. During his media availability on Thursday, former Iowa guard Keegan Murray confirmed he met and worked out for the Oklahoma City Thunder in a pre-draft visit. The Spurs would win big in this scenario, even without Victor. Sasser hasn't had the most efficient season but the senior guard projects to be a reserve floor general in the NBA. Where NBA Mock Drafts project Iowa's Keegan Murray to land in 2022 NBA Draft. Join the conversation today. If you saw Murray's mock draft projections above, you noticed that most do not believe he will be there when the Wizards are picking at 10th overall. However, he could continue to rise given his burst, especially if evaluators buy into his shooting. Where Iowa's Keegan Murray fits in after the 2022 NBA draft lottery. By: HoopsHype. He is 67 with unreal explosiveness, and he projects to be a tremendous defender and transition weapon at the NBA level. USA TODAY Sports Jeff Zillgitt saw Murrays age and immediate impact as a perfect fit for a Detroit squad in need of an injection of talent. 1 pick and French league MVP. This is the placement he would have from a basketball standpoint, but there is tremendous uncertainty regarding what the future holds for him. Detroit Pistons: Keegan Murray, F, Iowa Analysis: For the sake of this exercise, the top three names Smith, Holmgren and Banchero will pretty much remain the same. Recently named MVP of the Overtime Elite season, Ausar averaged 15.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 2.3 steals and 1.1 blocks for the City Reapers. Standings 2022 NBA Mock Draft: Duke's Paolo Banchero goes No. Web2022 NBA DRAFT | Keegan Murray Scouting Report | NBA DRAFT JUNKIES KEEGAN MURRAY BIRTHDATE: 8/19/00 POSITION: Power Forward HEIGHT: 6'8" WEIGHT: 215 He plays very hard and impacts winning. Murray is physical enough and smart enough to hold up in the Big Ten in terms of physicality, that conference might be closer to the NBAs level of physicality than any other. Ausar is the second Thompson twin projected to be selected in the top 10 of this year's draft. 3 Kansas has won its last six games and the star freshman's touches have increased offensively to close out the regular season. Iowa Hawkeyes sophomore Keegan Murray told Jonathan Givony of ESPN that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining collegiate eligibility.. Murray, who was named a consensus first-team All-American, averaged 23.5 points, 8.7 rebounds, 1.9 blocks, 1.5 assists and 1.3 steals on 39.8% shooting from 3-point range. Although the competition isn't as tough as what other top prospects are facing, Thompson finds ways to showcase his elite pace he has for the game and explosiveness in transition. He's a three-way scorer on offense and loves to get downhill and has a nice floater on the right side that he takes when the defense collapses. Murray, the twin brother of Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray, is shining as the go-to scorer for Iowa this season. Well see, but it would shock everyone if he doesnt go No. 1. While the Pistons will likely be disappointed to see Ivey off the board in this scenario, Murrays fit here looks strong, especially after Detroit traded power forward Jerami Grant to Portland Wednesday. He has a quick, high, smooth release and excels at knocking down 3s off of the catch or running off of screens and handoffs. Going back to high school, where he was he No. In our first mock draft, we utilized Tankathons Hes definitely a first-round pick, but well see. Wembanyama has somehow exceeded expectations, putting together an MVP-caliber season for Mets 92 by averaging 22.2 points, 9.5 rebounds, 3.1 blocks, 2.3 assists and 0.9 steals per game. Still, he has All-NBA upside if the pieces fit, and team fit is merely a tiebreaker at this early juncture before the draft order is actually set. He fractured his right foot before the season started, forcing him to miss the first three games of the year. The 6-foot-8 forward out of Iowa appears as high as No. 36. He is one of the youngest prospects in this draft class, just turning 18 in December. Like his brother, he is an explosive athlete who cuts through defenses off of the dribble to get to the rim. : 6-10, 210 pounds | Class: Freshman | Alabama. Folks around the league seem to be much lower. WebNBA 2022 Draft Prospects | Keegan Murray | NBA.com 2022 NBA Draft Home Draft Board Prospects Teams All Picks: 1-58 Trade Tracker News Video @NBADraft More Full Draft 2 Alabama defeated Arkansas 86-83 at home. He is a good ball-handler and playmaker. Jacob Keppen. Alabama star freshman Brandon Miller continues to play despite being linked to the scene where 23-year-old Jamea Harris was shot to death last month. goodness. TRENDING. of his 7.3 3-point attempts per game. Filipowski has been a star during his freshman season at Duke, looking like a lock to take home ACC Rookie of the Year. His outside jump shot has improved throughout the season and he's stepping into set shots with more confidence. Ohio State has had a rough stretch of games, losing nine out of its last 10. The 6-7 wing is an offensive weapon who will serve as an off-ball scorer and shooter at the next level. On the other side was Miller's former AAU teammate, Nick Smith Jr., who had one of his best games of the season after coming back from a minor knee injury. Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images. The Overtime Elite star showcased his talent and untapped potential with the City Reapers, averaging 16.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 5.9 assists, 2.3 steals and 0.9 blocks per game. A team will draft him for his shooting but they will need to get him to buy in on the defensive end to be a two-way player. Is that reasonable? With his size, ballhandling and skill set, it will be hard for a team to pass on him in the first round. oh. Hes having a breakout sophomore season for the Hawkeyes, after a very good freshman campaign, becoming a star in the Big 10. : 6-11, 245 pounds | Class: Junior | Arizona, Ht./Wt. He immediately stepped in to fill his brother's role as Bucks: Lineups, betting odds, injuries, TV info for Wednesday, NBA Rookie of the Year 2023: The updated odds at the midseason point, 2022 All-NBA teams: The 15 superstars named All-NBA selections, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Here's a look at Yahoo Sports' latest first- and second-round projections for the 2023 NBA Draft in June. His raw athleticism projects him as more a long-term prospect, but he's been productive playing alongside Henderson and has tremendous upside as a wing with his size and frame. Ht./Wt. As a scorer, Wallace has been up-and-down this season, averaging just under 12 points per game in 32 minutes. He's showing more confidence in stepping out and shooting the 3, attempting four 3-pointers in the last five games. : 7-1, 225 pounds | Class: Freshman | Oregon. Iowa travels to No. Take a look at our updated 2022 NBA Mock Draft following the NBA Draft Lottery. 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