NBA Mock Draft 3.0: First-round predictions for all teams in 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 26: Theo John #12, Paolo Banchero #5 and Trevor Keels #1 of the Duke Blue Devils react in the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the Elite Eight round of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Chase Center on March 26, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - MARCH 26: Theo John #12, Paolo Banchero #5 and Trevor Keels #1 of the Duke Blue Devils react in the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the Elite Eight round of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Chase Center on March 26, 2022 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images) /
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Mar 20, 2022; San Diego, CA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Blake Wesley (0) controls the ball against Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Clarence Nadolny (3) in the second half during the second round of the 2022 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 20, 2022; San Diego, CA, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Blake Wesley (0) controls the ball against Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Clarence Nadolny (3) in the second half during the second round of the 2022 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports /

Stats. Pick Analysis. Notre Dame. 26. player. G. Blake Wesley. 79

At 6’5” and 185 pounds, Wesley is entering the NBA ready to add depth to any roster. He shot just 30% from deep with Notre Dame but his skill set is in the mid-range. He is quick on the court and is not afraid of the moment when the game is close. I like his fit in Dallas who are trying to add a quality role player in this draft.

Ignite. Jaden Hardy. 27. player. G. 110. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis

Hardy is an athletic young prospect who showed out in the G-League showcase this year. The 19-year-old averaged 17 points a game and struggled to connect from deep. He will take time to grow into a role, especially in Miami, but he has all the tools to get to the rim and is a great transition runner.

C. 28. player. Stats. Pick Analysis. Arizona. Christian Koloko. 41

Koloko would not be considered one of the splash brothers but he and Wisman could dorm a new nickname under the rim. He converts 64% of his field-goal attempts along with grabbing 7 rebounds a game. He is long and has a great feel for the post. At 7’1” and 225 pounds he has some room to grow, but Golden State could take Center depth as they aren’t in dire need of much else.

F/G. Duke. 211. Pick Analysis. Wendell Moore Jr.. 29. player. Stats

Wendell Moore is a quick four with active hands and a good handle. He’s got an NBA-ready frame and can be depth on most rosters right away.  He can space the floor with his shooting, at 41% of his threes going through, as well as 50% of his shots from the field. He is a tough shot maker and has good court vision too.

SF. Serbia. Nikola Jovic. player. 149. Pick Analysis. 30. Stats

It is a shame that I couldn’t mock him to the Nuggets. Jovic is an 18-year-old prospect who would fit well in a young developing roster in OKC. He can pass well and shot the three at 34% in his most recent season.

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