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With the 2014-15 NBA and NCAA seasons nearing the halfway point, and the 2015 NBA Draft now less than 6 months away, it’s time once again to take a look at the top 1st Round prospects for the upcoming Draft.

It’s becoming pretty clear that the top overall prize in the 2015 Draft is Duke big man Jahlil Okafor.  He continues to impress, living up to the hype of being the most fundamental center to enter the college ranks since current NBA legend Tim Duncan.

Following Okafor, some are still up in the air, as to which players will fill out the the remainder of the Lottery as prospects like Emmanuel Mudiay, Karl Anthony-Towns, Myles Turner, and Stanley Johnson continue to impress NBA scouts.

Teams like Philadelphia, New York, Minnesota, Detroit, and Los Angeles continue to be the frontrunners for the #1 pick, so let the tanking continue.

As such, these Mock Draft rankings are based on potential with this year’s Draft order based on current team records from the regular season and outstanding trades, without taking into consideration for team needs as of yet.

These are only my choices and not the consensus picks of all of The Hoop Doctors writers, with that said here is my 2015 Mock Draft:Version 3.0

Draft Order College Team Player Position Physical

1.

 PHI

 Duke  Jahlil Okafor C 6’11   270lbs   Freshman
Duke’s monstrous big man continues to impress, possessing the strength of an ox, as well as a soft touch, fluid footwork, and low post arsenal to go with it.  His averages of 19 points and 9 boards don’t tell the whole story as the Chicago native is capable of so much more, like his amazing 25 point, 20 rebound game against Elon earlier in  the season.

2.

 NY

Kentucky  Karl Anthony-Towns  PF/C 7’0   250lbs   Freshman
While it’s hard to get a full gauge of the talent on Kentucky’s roster in Coach Cal’s “platoon system”, it’s clear that Towns has the most upside on the nation’s top ranked team.  Possessing the size of a center, the 7 foot freshman oozes offensive potential as well as being one of the top rebounders in the nation on PER 40 minute production.  His post moves and defensive abilities are still a work in progress, but he already has a ton of International experience, and could be a franchise player at the next level someday.

3.

 MIN

China  Emmanuel Mudiay  PG 6’5   190lbs  International
Prior to being shut down for the season because of injury over in China, the still only 18 year old PG prospect put up impressive numbers in the CBL.  Some will always question the sometimes hollow stats against subpar competition overseas, but Mudiay has all of the physical tools to develop into a John Wall type of floor general, but may no longer be in consideration for the top overall pick as in earlier Mocks.

4.

 DET

Arizona  Stanley Johnson SF  6’7   245lbs   Freshman
Easily one of the more impressive physical perimeter prospects for the 2015 Draft, Johnson has lived up to the hype of once being a Top 5 HS prospect.  Many had compared him to former NBA great Metta World Peace for his lock-down defense, but Johnson has been much more impressive than anticipated on offense, out muscling the opposition on the way to the basket.  In a draft lacking in perimeter prospects, Johnson could be the first taken.

5.

 LAL

Texas Myles Turner  C  6’11   240lbs   Freshman
Although a tad more raw than Okafor and Towns, Turner has every bit of an upside.  Because of the ability to both play in the post and shoot from the perimeter, the athletic freshman has been compared to NBA stud LaMarcus Aldridge for his offensive potential.  Despite playing in limited minutes early in the season Turner has had some impressive games of 26 and 9 and 25 and 10.

6.

 CHA

Kentucky  Willie Cauley-Stein C  7’0   240lbs   Junior
The super athletic 7 footer has arguably been the best defender in college hoops this season, capable of defending any position 1 through 5.  Some have touted him as the 2nd coming of Tyson Chandler, but he hasn’t shown it until this season.  He’s the anchor on the nation’s top ranked team and has shown glimpses of some sort of an offensive game in his junior season.  Not necessarily considered a franchise player at the next level, Cauley-Stein could be one of the first upperclassmen selected.

7.

 UTAH

Latvia  Kristaps Porzingis PF/C 7’1   220lbs   International
Despite having some immense size for center, Porzingis prefers to play the SF position, since he’s still rather thin and has the offensive skill set for the position.  He has very little post game but an excellent shooting stroke and above average handles for a 7 footer.  Lack of strength could be a concern, but as a still developing 19 year old with an impressive offensive skill set, is unlimited potential should make him a lock for the Lottery.

8.

 IND

Arizona
 Rondae Hollis-Jefferson  SF 6’7   220lbs   Sophomore
Despite his team consistently being ranked in the Top 10 and an amazing athletic skill set, Hollis-Jefferson’s stock has been slipping of late, following averaging just 7 points and shooting under 40% from the field over the past 4 games.  Hollis-Jefferson is one of the most athletic players in the nation and should regain his game come conference play and NCAA Tourney time, having the potential to develop into a Kawhi Leonard type player at the next level.

9.

 BOS

UCLA  Kevon Looney  PF  6’9   225lbs   Freshman
One of the NCAA’s top rebounders this season, Looney is an uber athletic freshman, with through the roof potential at the next level.  He’s still rather raw but has been a consistent double-double machine all season, as some consider him a Top 5 talent come next June.

10.

 ORL

Louisville  Montrezl Harrell  PF  6’8   240lbs   Junior
For 3 seasons, the physical, emotional, and athletic forward has been one of the leaders of the Cardinals.  He has emerged as one of the nation’s top big men this season, averaging 16 points and 9 boards on the season.  His energetic play reminds many of Denver’s Kenneth Faried.

11.

DEN

Syracuse  Chris McCullough  PF 6’10   220lbs   Freshman
Another athletic, long, and lean forward, McCollugh has been one of Coach Boeheim’s top players at Syracuse all season.  His potential is immense but as struggled to remain consistent.  After a blazing start to the season, McCullough has struggled through December, scoring in double figures in just 2 of 8 games.  Some see him developing into a prototype NBA PF with some seasoning.

12.

 CHI

Duke Justice Winslow
 SG/SF 6’6   230lbs   Freshman
After a blazing start to the season, the athletic wing has cooled a bit, but remains a top NBA prospect for the 2015 NBA Draft.  Possessing amazing athleticism, energy, and a lock-down defensive prowess, Winslow could be in high demand come June as an Andre Iguodala type glue player.

13.

 OKC

Michigan  Caris LeVert SG/SF 6’7   200lbs   Junior
Coming into the season, most were high on the elite level SG, some even touting him as a Top 5 selection.  But as the Wolverines have struggled, so has LeVert, scoring in double figures in only 1 of his last 5 games.  Nonetheless, in a draft devoid of many elite wing prospects, he should still go in the top half of the 1st Round come June.

14.

 HOU

Croatia Mario Hezonja
 SG/SF  6’8   215lbs   International
One of the fastest risers in the 2015 Draft Class, the International star is an exceptional athlete, possessing excellent size to play either SG or SF in the NBA.  He has been tearing up the competition in Europe over the past month and considering he will be 20 year old by draft time and an NBA friendly expiring contract overseas, he has Lottery potential to be an immediate impact player next season.

15.

 PHI

Ohio St
D’Angelo Russell
PG/ SG  6’5   180lbs   Freshman
One of the top freshman players in the nation, Russell scores the ball with ease despite having just average athleticism.  He has outstanding ball-handling skills making him a hot commodity as a combo guard in the mold of Brandon Roy at the next level.  Still rather thin, Russell struggles on defense and gets overpowered by bigger 2 guards, but can score the rock like few in the 2015 Draft Class.

16.

ATL

Texas Isaiah Taylor
PG 6’2   170lbs   Sophomore
One of the fastest players end-to-end in the college ranks, Taylor is coming off of an injury that forced him to miss a majority of his sophomore season.  But prior to that, NBA scouts were drooling at his immense potential as a legit NBA lead guard.  In addition to an Allen Iverson-like burst, Taylor’s offensive game has begun to blossom and already has that ever important midrange floater needed to excel on the next level.  Many see him in a similar mold of Charlotte’s Kemba Walker, but think quicker.  Yup.

17.

 MIL

Kentucky Trey Lyles
 PF 6’10   250lbs   Freshman
One of the fastest risers in Mocks over the holidays has been Lyles.  He has been impressive despite not putting up eye-popping stats in Kentucky’s “platoon system.”  A sweet shooting big in the mold of a young Carlos Boozer is the best comparison so far, although he could develop into an even better player, considering he will be only 19 years old by draft time.

18.

 PHO

Kansas
 Cliff Alexander  PF/C  6’8   250lbs   Freshman
After entering the college ranks as a potential Lottery selection, Alexander has been a tad disappointing.  His obvious strengths include physicality and a knack for rebounding the basketball, but he has shown very little of an offensive game, which when combined with his lack of overwhelming height, could be a real problem in the NBA.  An extra season at Kansas would definitely help, as right now he fits in the mold of a Thomas Robinson tweener type forward.

19.

SA

Wisconsin Sam Dekker
 SF/PF  6’9   230lbs   Junior
Dekker is a smooth and well rounded swingman in the mold of Utah’s Gordon Hayward, and is a legit 1st Round prospect in 2015.  Some feel he lacks the killer instinct, despite having one of the best all around skill sets in the college ranks.  He will get plenty of exposure as the Badgers are a legit Final Four threat, so look for him to rise or fall depending on how far Wisconsin advances.

20.

 CHI

Arkansas  Bobby Portis PF  6’10   240lbs   Sophomore
Having prototypical size to play PF at the next level, Portis has been a beast in the non-conference slate.  He has the skills to play in the post and knock down a 15 foot jumper, making him ideal in the pick-and-roll NBA game.  Some see him as a Taj Gibson type player at the next level.

21.

 BOS

Notre Dame
 Jerian Grant PG  6’5   201lbs   Senior
Despite being a bit older than most 1st Round prospects, Grant has excellent size and ball-handling abilities, and should be one of the first seniors taken next June.  The son of former NBA player Harvey Grant, and nephew of Horace, Jerian has great genes to be a stellar NBA player, albeit potentially as a player in the mold of Mario Chalmers.

22.

DAL

Virginia Justin Anderson
SG/SF 6’6   225lbs   Junior
Another of the fastest risers in the 2015 Class, Anderson is the heart and soul of the upstart Cavaliers, as they are a Top 5 ranked team through January.  In his 3rd season, he has gotten into better shape and emerged as an elite 3 point threat and solid defender.  Look for his stock to rise if Virginia continues to impress in the ACC.

23.

 LAL

Louisville  Terry Rozier PG  6’2   190lbs   Sophomore
Standing just over 6 feet but built like an bull, Rozier reminds many of Phoenix’s Eric Bledsoe.  In his 2nd year at Louisville, he has emerged as a high volume scorer, with elite 3 point prowess, and above average athleticism.  An explosive PG, Rozier is capable of playing the 2 because of his innate offensive capabilities.

24.

 CLE

North Carolina
 Marcus Paige PG/SG  6’1   175lbs   Junior
Despite coming out of the gates a bit slow, Paige is a legit perimeter shooting threat at the next level.  As a score first floor general, some concerns have arisen about his size to get off his shot at the next level.  He has come on lately, averaging 16+ ppg through January, but must get back to his more efficient ways from last season, if he wants to remain a 1st Round selection.

25.

 WAS

UNLV  Christian Wood
PF 6’11   225lbs   Sophomore
One of the surprises of the season to this point, Wood has at times been overshadowed by freshman phenom teammate Rashad Vaughn, but Wood has been impressive, putting up 16 pts, 10 boards, and 3 blocks per night.  Following a stellar recent showing against Top 5 ranked Arizona, Woods appears to be one of the fastest risers heading into 2015.

26.

 BK

Iowa St Georges Niang
PF/C 6’8   230lbs   Junior
One of the most craftiest, skilled, and passing post players in the nation, Niang has been a POY candidate for the Cyclones.  In his junior season, he’s shifted towards being a more perimeter or high post style of player, capable of scoring from a variety of ways through adept footwork, an advanced offensive arsenal, in the mold of Indiana’s Luis Scola.

27.

 CLE

Utah
 Delon Wright  PG/SG 6’5   190lbs   Senior
One of the top senior point men in the nation, Wright is the brother of NBA talent Dorrell Wright.  After a slow start to the season, he has come on strong helping his team to big wins over Wichita State, BYU, and UNLV.  Thanks to outstanding size and being an elite primary ball-handler, Wright should be one of the first seniors taken in 2015.

28.

 TOR

West Virginia Juwan Staten
 PG  6’0   190lbs   Senior
One of the most heralded floor generals in the nation, Staten’s numbers are down from last season but that’s because the team around him is much improved.  Although slight in stature, Staten is a crafty, physical PG that fills up the stat sheet. probably best suited as a back-up point in the NBA.

29.

 POR

Wisconsin Frank Kaminsky
PF/C  7’0   240lbs   Senior
One of the best scoring big men in the nation, “Frnak the Tank” emerged last season as a POY candidate for the Badgers.  He reminds many of New Orleans’ Ryan Anderson for his incredible offensive skill set on the perimeter.  Lack of athleticism and the fact that he will be 23 by the time June rolls around will keep him as a late 1st Round selection.

30.

 GS

UConn  Ryan Boatright  PG 5’11   175lbs   Senior
After playing in the shadows of both Kemba Walker and Shabazz Napier at Uconn, Boatright has emerged as a PY candidate and one of the nation’s top seniors.  His quickness and ability to finish are what impress the most as he is one of the hardest to contain offensive players in the nation.  Think of a poor man’s Allen Iverson, that has potential as a back-up NBA point in the mold of Chicago’s Aaron Brooks.

 

Allen Moll has been a lifelong NBA and NCAA College Basketball fan who watches and studies games religiously, and coaches youth basketball in his native Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania. Allen has also provided content to Bleacherreport.com, Upperdeckblog.com, Cleveland.com, CSN Philly.com, Buckets Magazine, in addition to being a tenured NBA and NCAA columnist for TheHoopDoctors.com.

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jahlil okafor duke 1With the 2015 NBA Draft now a little more than 8 months away, and the NCAA and NBA seasons ready to begin, it’s time to take our initial conclusive look at the top 1st Round prospects for the upcoming NBA Draft.

Back in early August, we gave you 15 Early Prospects for the 2015 NBA Draft, but now that everyone is back on campus and the NBA preseason is almost concluded, let’s take a more in depth look at the top prospects.

Star NCAA freshmen like Jahlil Okafor at Duke and Karl Towns of Kentucky remain firmly in the Top 10, while returning studs like Kansas’ Wayne Selden and Wisconsin’s Sam Dekker, also round out the Lottery.

But the true wild cards of the Draft reside in the International prospects like Kristaps Porzingis, Mario Hezonja, and most noticeably former US high school standout Emmanuel Mudiay, now playing in China, who remains in the mix for the top overall selection.

Be sure to check out our extensive 2015 NBA Mock Draft Database, featuring a collection of the top Mocks on the internet.

As such, these Mock Draft rankings are based on potential with this year’s Draft order based on last season’s team records and outstanding trades, without taking into consideration for team needs as of yet. These are only my choices and not the consensus picks of all of The Hoop Doctors writers, with that said here is my 2015 Mock Draft:Version 2.0

Draft Order College Team Player Position Physical

1.

Mil

Duke  Jahlil Okafor
 C 6’11   265lbs   Freshman
Prior to playing an official regular season minute with the Blue Devils, the reigning #1 ranked HS player also projects as the top pick in next June’s Draft.  He has legit NBA size, a stellar back to the basket offensive game, and runs the floor very well, despite not having elite level athleticism.  Some have touted him as the next Tim Duncan but he may be more of an Al Jefferson type, prolific scoring big man.

2.

Phi

China  Emmanuel Mudiay
 SG 6’5   190lbs   Intl
The lightning quick HS point guard surprised everyone by playing this season professionally in China rather than attend SMU.  The move has not hurt his stock as of yet as a few sites have Mudiay as the prospect with the highest ceiling in the Draft, in the mold of Wizards All Star PG John Wall.

3.

 Orl

Kentucky  Karl Towns
PF/C 7’0   250lbs   Freshman
Towns will be in high demand come draft night, and still could be in the mix for the top overall selection as a sweet shooting big man that can score from the perimeter as well as bang inside.  As an 18 year old, Towns has a ways to go, but he projects as a franchise defining player like LaMarcus Aldridge.

4.

 Utah

Kansas  Kelly Oubre
SG/SF 6’7   220lbs   Freshman
Easily one of the most prolific and talented offensive players entering the college ranks this season, Oubre has big shoes to fill replacing #1 overall pick Andrew Wiggins in Kansas.  With perimeter scoring a position of need for many NBA teams, with a good season, Oubre should be a lock as a Top 10 selection come June.

5.

 Bos

Kansas  Wayne Selden  SG 6’5   230lbs   Sophomore
Selden had a very good freshman campaign but was swallowed up by the hype of Wiggins and Embiid last season at Kansas.  The athletic 2 guard is built like a tank, is a 5 tool player, and is one of the top returning players in college basketball this season.

6.

 LAL

Kansas  Cliff Alexander  PF 6’9   255lbs   Freshman
Although he’s a tad undersized to play center, Alexander used his elite athleticism and monstrous wingspan to dominate the HS ranks.  He takes over for 2014 draftee Joel Embiid manning the middle for the Jayhawks this season, meaning he wil get lots of TV exposure to show he could develop into a quality PF at the next level.

7.

 Sac

Arizona  Stanley Johnson  SG/PF 6’7   245lbs   Freshman
One of the top freshmen in the country, Johnson could be the X factor in Arizona contending for a National Title this season.  He has legit NBA size, can score and defend multiple positions, and remind many pro scouts as the 2nd coming of Ron Artest, minus the insanity.

8.

 Det

Louisville
 Montrezl Harrell
PF 6’8   240lbs   Junior
Harrell returns to the Cardinals for his junior campaign, as one of the most talented and energetic big men in the college ranks.  He reminds many of Nuggets forward Kenneth Faried for his non-stop motor and elite rebounding abilities.

9.

 Cle

Michigan  Caris LeVert SG 6’7   200lbs   Junior
The next in line of elite level Wolverine Draft prospects, LeVert has prototypical size and shooting stroke to excel at the next level.  He’s a tad thin but was one of the nation’s top perimeter threats last season.  He’s a Big Ten POY candidate and should be a Top 10 lock next June.

10.

 NO

Croatia Mario Hezonja  SG/SF 6’8   215lbs   Intl
This year’s top International prospect at this point, Hezonja isn’t your average European player as he has elite level athleticism and above average size for the SG position.  He has shown a penchant overseas to make the highlight reel play and could be a real gem come next June if he has a consistent season on the highest level in Europe.

11.

 NY

Arizona  Rondae Hollis-Jefferson
 SG/SF 6’7   225lbs   Sophomore
One of the most athletic players in the country, the sophomore swingman reminds many of former Arizona standout Andre Iguodala, as a do-it-all forward that defends and plays 4 positions on the floor, and should be one of the leaders of the preseason Top 5 ranked Wildcats this season.

12.

 Den

Kentucky Willie Cauley-Stein
C 7’0   240lbs   Junior
For the 3rd year in a row, the shot blocking big man has the attention of NBA scouts as an athletic rim protector with a developing offensive game.  He reminds many of former NBA Defensive POY Tyson Chandler and will get tons of exposure as UK begins the season as the top ranked team in the polls.

13.

 Min

Wisconsin  Sam Dekker  SF 6’9   230lbs   Junior
A 1st Team Preseason All American, the junior swingman is a solid offensive contributor and one of the leaders of the experienced Badgers Final Four squad returning from last season.  He reminds many of Utah’s Gordon Hayward as a multi-skilled forward with guard-like skills.

14.

 Pho

Florida Chris Walker
 PF 6’9   215lbs   Sophomore
One of the nation’s top HS players coming into last season, Walker missed most of the season due to eligibility issues and playing limited minutes on a veteran squad.  Although he is suspended for the Gators’ first few games, Walker projects as a freakishly athletic big man that can score from the midrange, similar to a young Chris Bosh.

15.

 Atl

Latvia
Kristaps Porzingis
 PF/C 7’0    215lbs   Intl
Following pulling out of last year’s Draft last minute, the talented 7 footer from Latvia returned to Europe to home his skills and could be a hot commodity on draft night as a big man that combines amazing length and a sweet shooting stroke from the perimeter, that is if he adds some much needed weight and strength to his slim frame.

16.

 Cha

Texas Myles Turner
 PF/C 6’11   245lbs   Freshman
The near 7 foot star freshman at Texas is tailor made for the NBA game as a multi-talented big man with excellent midrange skills on his jumpshot.  He’s similar to Kentucky’s Karl Towns but must prove he can remain healthy in the college ranks, something he struggled with in high school.

17.

 BK

UNC Brice Johnson
 PF 6’9   225lbs   Junior
Possessing through the roof athleticism and extreme length for the PF position, Johnson is expected to have a breakout junior season as one of Roy Williams’ go-to scorers this season.  He has reportedly added some much needed bulk to his rather thin frame that will only help his stock on the next level.

18.

 Was

Kentucky
 Andrew Harrison PG 6’6   210lbs   Sophomore
A big, physical combo guard, Andrew will be at the helm of the #1 team in the nation, getting plenty of exposure on TV throughout the season.  After a slow start, he came on strong to help lead the Wildcats to the National Championship Game and should be pushed hard by stud freshman PG Tyler Ulis in practice.  With a good showing, look for Andrew to skyrocket into the Lottery.

19.

 Chi

Alabama Bobby Portis
 PF 6’10   235lbs   Sophomore
After an impressive freshman campaign, the monstrous PF outplayed his peers at this year’s Lebron James Skills Academy and has played his way onto the NBA’s radar.  Better conditioning and an improvement in lateral quickness would definitely help his stock but he has the potential to be a stud at the next level if everything comes together.

20.

 Tor

LSU Jordan Mickey
PF 6’8   235lbs   Sophomore
The star forward could have been drafted after a stellar freshman season last year but returns along with teammate Jarell Martin on a talented LSU squad.  Mickey is an athletic freak that reminds many of longtime NBA veteran Shawn Marion.

21.

 Dal

UCLA
Kevon Looney  SF 6’9   220lbs   Freshman
A long versatile athlete that dominated the HS ranks, Looney is an outstanding defender and elite rebounder that reminds many of blue collar NBA player Thad Young, now in Minnesota.

22.

 Mem

Utah Delon Wright
PG 6’5   180lbs   Senior
As the brother of current NBA player Dorell Wright, NBA genes are definitely in the cards for Delon.  He’s one of the nation’s top seniors and under the radar floor generals that could lead the Utah Utes back to the NCAA Tournament this season.

23.

 GS

Kentucky Alex Poythress SF/PF 6’8   240lbs   Junior
Once a top 5 HS player, success has come slower than expected for the former McDonald’s All American.  But after entering his 3rd season as an NBA prospect at Kentucky, this could finally be the year that Poythress realizes his potential as an uber athletic defender with a developing offensive game, one that reminds some of NBA Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard.

24.

 Por

West Virginia
Juwan Staten PG 6’0   190lbs   Senior
A tad undersized at the PG position, Staten will be one of the nation’s top seniors, and is a returning All Big 12 selection last season.  In addition to being a proficient midrange shooter, he’s lightning quick with the ball, making him a tough matchup on defense.

25.

 Hou

UNC  Justin Jackson  SF 6’9   205lbs   Freshman
One of the nation’s premier incoming freshmen, Jackson definitely has the skills to be an NBA player, but must add some much needed strength to his rail thin frame.  He dominated the HS ranks, earning multiple All American honors, including sharing MVP honors with Jahlil Okafor in the 2014 McDonald’s Game.

26.

 Mia

Purdue
AJ Hammons
 C 7’0   280lbs   Junior
Possessing monstrous size and strength conducive for the next level, he has an excellent back to the basket low post game and an above average stroke from the FT line.  Hammons should be a double-double machine and a potential All Big Ten performer.

27.

 Ind

Arizona
Kaleb Tarczewski
 C 7’0   245lbs   Junior
Another potential starter at the next level, Tarczewski is a legit 7 footer with amazing athleticism.  He hasn’t quite made the instant impact we thought he would as a freshman but now as a junior should be one of the most dominant big in the college ranks this season.

28.

 LAC

Kentucky
Aaron Harrison
SG 6’6   210lbs   Sophomore
Another talented UK product on the NBA radar, Harrison should be in high demand on the next level as a knock down 3 point shooter with above average handles.  He made his bones in last year’s NCAA Tournament sinking numerous clutch, late game shots to help the Wildcats advance to the 2014 NCAA Championship Game.

29.

 OKC

GA State RJ Hunter
 SG 6’5   180lbs   Junior
With the SG position in demend at the next level, talented junior scorer RJ Hunter could become a 1st Round lock with another stellar season.  Many consider him the nation’s top perimeter threat after shooting lights out at the Lebron Skills Camp and has added the ability to create his own shot as he enters his junior campaign.

30.

 SA

OK State  LeBryan Nash
SF 6’7   230lbs   Senior
While former star teammates Marcus Smart and Marcus Smart are now currently already in the NBA, talented forward LeBryan Nash returns for his senior season.  He’s a talented scorer, and able defender, in addition to having legit size for the NBA.

Allen Moll has been a lifelong NBA and NCAA College Basketball fan who watches and studies games religiously, and coaches youth basketball in his native Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania. Allen has also provided content to Bleacherreport.com, Upperdeckblog.com, Cleveland.com, CSN Philly.com, Buckets Magazine, in addition to being a tenured NBA and NCAA columnist for TheHoopDoctors.com.

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