NBA Draft Mock 1.0: Early pre-lottery projections for all 30 teams
NBA Draft Mock 21st Pick: New York Knicks (via Dallas Mavericks)
The biggest thing that held the Knicks back is the inconsistent production from the point guard spot. Derrick Rose is great, but Elfrid Payton and Frank Ntilikina are both limited players who cannot be banked on offense. Tre Mann’s three-level scoring, especially his three-point shooting prowess will help space the floor better for Julius Randle and RJ Barrett.
NBA Draft Mock 22nd Pick: Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers can opt for a shooter in the draft, but their frontcourt has a more glaring hole. Andre Drummond, Marc Gasol and Montrezl Harrell may all leave town, so setting their sights on a young frontcourt piece next to Anthony Davis will be a great move. Isaiah Jackson may be just that, especially with his explosiveness, mobility and scoring ability.