NBA Mock Draft 5.0: Final first-round predictions for all teams

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2022 NBA Draft Mock 5.0 (Picks 28-30)

28. Golden State Warriors – Jake LaRavia | SF | Wake Forest | 6’8” | 227LBS

The reigning NBA champions do not have an urgent need for any position right now, but with Otto Porter Jr. (free agency) and Andre Iguodala (possible retirement) as flight risks, forward Jake LaRavia could be an attractive option for them as a solid perimeter threat who can pass the ball and fit in team concepts.

29. Memphis Grizzlies – Patrick Baldwin Jr. | SF/PF | Milwaukee | 6’10.25” | 231 LBS

Intriguing yet risky, the Grizzlies could be the perfect destination for Patrick Baldwin Jr. who, despite an underwhelming recent campaign, remains a high-upside prospect as a skilled combo forward who projects as an all-around scorer who can post up, defend multiple positions and rebound with his athleticism.

30. Denver Nuggets (from OKC) – Dalen Terry | SG/PG | Arizona | 6’7.25” | 195 LBS

Michael Porter Jr. and Will Barton are big question marks for the Denver Nuggets heading to the following campaign. Combine that with their glaring backcourt needs, and Dalen Terry becomes a good fit, as the Arizona wing is an all-around, two-way player who can not only score, but also distribute the ball as a de facto  point guard in spurts.

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