He has the potential to become one of the best players from this draft class and a major franchise cornerstone in the future. 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. He fractured his right foot before the season started, forcing him to miss the first three games of the year. Sensabaugh is another rising freshman who has entered NBA Draft conversations as a three-level scoring threat. This is admittedly trying to guess a fit for the Warriors, but I could still see any team taking a swing at Jackson's potential as a project in the late lottery or mid-first round. That troublesome knee has limited Smith to just nine games this season, causing his draft stock to slide a bit. As a scorer, Wallace has been up-and-down this season, averaging just under 12 points per game in 32 minutes. (Note:Miller's status with an ongoing legal investigationcould impact his draft position. 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. Jackson-Davis has been one of the most productive players in the NCAA, averaging 20.5 points, 11.1 rebounds and 2.9 blocks per game. Rockets: Victor Wembanyama, France Metropolitans 92 Keegan Murray. He led the Power 5 conferences with 23.6 points a game. Oklahoma City could use another high-end shooter, and Sensabaugh is definitely that, but you could nitpick his overall profile pretty easily. 7) - 1 The three highlighted mock drafts agree that Murray will land in the top 10 of the 2022 NBA Draft. With the No. Position: Forward. In his most recent win over the Cold Hearts, Thompson connected on 5-of-10 attempts from 3-point range. The Sacramento Kings made a huge move by drafting Keegan Murray with the No. 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. Even with his streaky shooting, Wallace is a reliable guard whose game will most likely translate at the next level with more spacing and freedom in the pick-and-roll option. Averaging 15.6 points and 9.4 rebounds per game, Miller has gotten comfortable with the responsibilities he'll hold at the next level. : 6-8, 214 pounds | Mega Basket (Serbia), Ht./Wt. All of the pre-lottery guessing is now over. "So to see him playing and healthy against tough competition and guarding the best player on the court [Miller], was something positive and a reason why so many [NBA personnel] are here.". 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. 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. By: HoopsHype. Walker's stat line each game isn't a direct indication of the type of player he is for No. He has looked to be as advertised as a top-five pick. Ht./Wt. Keegan averaged 23.5 points and 8.7 rebounds and shot 39.5 percent from deep (on almost two fewer attempts than Kris) last season at Iowa. 4. The Orlando Magic won the NBA draft lottery, coming in first and getting their choice of potential stars to add to their fold. Teams in the late first round looking for an instant-impact player should target Wilson. With the right skillset in place to function without the ball as well, he is definitely an asset to Sacramento. Keegan Murray bounced back on Monday with 30 points (11-for-17 FGs), six rebounds, one assist, two blocks and eight 3-pointers in a 140-120 win over the Rockets. The Pistons are reportedly among the teams that would like to move up to take Ivey, but they should be happy if they end up with Murray. Over his previous three games, he had scored seven total points and shot 2-for-21 from the field. For a team looking to add more pieces to its core, Murray will be a good choice to move its rebuild forward. With San Antonios development staff, Murray could become an All-Star level player in a few years. He can guard both backcourt positions with ease and can drop down off and high pick-and-roll switch on a big for a steal or block from behind. Where Iowa's Keegan Murray fits in after the 2022 NBA draft lottery. At this juncture, we have no idea how the pending legal questions may impact Brandon Miller. 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. From a college standpoint, George isnt even the best guard on his own team. He continues to dominate the league at just 19 years old as the NBA awaits his arrival. Phillips isnt a consensus first-rounder by any means, but its easy to see why hed be in this range. 2 Alabama. 26. 2023 NBA Mock Draft 4.0: Arkansas backcourt, SEC prominent in lottery. The home stretch of Big East play will be telling of Whitmore's draft stock come June. 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. : 6-8, 220 pounds | Class: Freshman | Duke. 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. Teams have been impressed with his scoring ability and gritty style of play. : 6-8, 240 pounds | Class: Freshman | Houston. Sasser hasn't had the most efficient season but the senior guard projects to be a reserve floor general in the NBA. The Rookie Wire, Cody Taylor. By Tom Lewis @IndyCornrows Jun 21, 2022, 10:33am EDT. Keegan Murray had a breakout campaign this year, leading Iowa to the NCAA Big Ten championship. 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. Towering at 6 feet 8, 225 pounds, he also shot 4. Mock Draft. : 6-10, 210 pounds | Class: Freshman | Alabama. 5 overall to the Detroit Pistons, ESPN: No. Iowa's Keegan Murray is playing at a high level this season. : 6-6, 205 pounds | Class: Junior | Xavier. Ausar is also more of a wing than a guard, like Amen is. He isnt an upside swing, but his two-way appeal at a forward spot is clean. However, the 18-year-old has still shown flashes as a powerful athlete with a blend of size and strength.He's a force around the basket and dunkseverything,bullying his way to the rim off the dribble or using his explosive leaping ability to throw down lobs. Instead, according to ESPNs Jonathan Givony, Iowas Keegan Murray is reportedly gaining steam with new Sacramento coach Mike Brown and Kings owner Vivek Ranadive. Everything else is up in the air. 36. He's flashed some potential as a shot-creator with stepbacks you see from the pros, but there is no shot he doesn't like. Miller is averaging 28.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and hitting on 58% of his attempts from the field in the last three games. NBA Mock Draft 2023: Checking in on Victor Wembanyama, top prospects post All-Star break, In my Mock Draft heading into the college basketball season, Scoot Henderson is much more than a consolation prize in Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes, Miller's status with an ongoing legal investigation, Get to know Overtime Elite stars: Amen, Ausar Thompson. Hes also a committed rebounder who works hard on the glass. Henderson's second G League Ignite season has been muddled by injuries, dealing with a nasal fracture and concussion earlier in the year and an ankle injury as of late. 5) - 1 - Portland Trail Blazers (No. 1 overall ranking since 2002-03 (even if only for one week). : 6-10, 170 pounds | Class: Sophomore | Eastern Michigan, Ht./Wt. His perimeter shooting would be beneficial for any NBA team. : 6-8, 205 pounds | Class: Freshman | Kansas. 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. Ht./Wt. Murray provides shooting and defense to a Sacramento team trying to turn things around. George sustained an ankle sprain in a win over Texas that will leave him sidelined up until the Big 12 tournament. He is one of the youngest prospects in this draft class, just turning 18 in December. 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. The Ignite have been overly cautious with the star prospect, who has done more than enough to prove he is worthy of the No. Keegan Murray drafted at No. : 6-3, 172 pounds | Class: Freshman | Syracuse, Ht./Wt. School: Iowa. NBA Mock Draft 2023: Examining Where Things Stand At The All-Star Break. WebNBA DRAFT SCOUTING REPORT Draft Notes The twin brother of Keegan Murray, Kris is built in the same mold (literally), showing a skilled offensive game, smooth athleticism and all the makings of being a big wing at the NBA level. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. 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. In 2022, Sacramento opted for Keegan Murray with the fourth pick, despite multiple players having seemingly higher upside. Whitmore has a strong frame and is a powerful guard who can punch it in the lane against stronger defenders. Ht./Wt. In his last two games, the combo guard averaged 25 points and he played a full 40 minutes in the recent loss to No. If that happens, Id expect Purdues Jaden Ivey as the inevitable target. Smith is an explosive scorer that has wide appeal in the back half of the first round. Despite Kentucky's struggles this season, Wallace has still been one of the most reliable passers and perimeter defenders in this draft class. Please logout and login again. In this scenario, Murray would bring added shooting to a Pistons team that shot 32.6 percent from three-point range last season, which ranked second to last in the NBA overall. Thoughts? We will continue to monitor and update accordingly.). Hood-Schifino is rising up draft boards as Indiana's floor general and lead guard. Back to the Detroit train we go for Hoops Hypes Michael Scotto. : 6-2, 195 pounds | Class: Senior | Houston. Ht./Wt. 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. Walker was already known as a defensive stopper with the energy and athleticism to attack the glass on both ends, but he has shown more offensive prowess than expected. In three games with the French national team, Wembanyama is averaging 20.3 points, 10 rebounds, 2.7 blocks and 2.3 steals per game in only 26 minutes. The move opened up $43 million in cap space this summer, netted Milwaukees 2025 first round pick, and moved Detroit up 10 spots in the second round after flipping the 46th pick for No. : 6-7, 192 pounds | New Zealand Breakers. Even though his jumper hasn't been as consistent as expected, his mechanics are smooth and Wallace should still receive lottery buzz for a team in need of a floor general. 3 pick David Cobb explains why Murray would be He leads the rookie class in games with at least five made 3s (6), which is the most in team history. Walker is starting to climb Mock Draft boards because of the physicality, versatility and skill he has displayed this season.The 6-8 forward is built like an edge rusher, yet he moves fluidly with a powerful presence. Folks who value statistical production have him as a lottery pick. Beginning this evening against the Hoosiers, Iowa needs to figure out how to win away from Carver. 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. Filipowski has been a star during his freshman season at Duke, looking like a lock to take home ACC Rookie of the Year. Its mostly a placeholder for any team in the 20s.. Then, if you watch him, the flashes are considerable the pedigree is there. 4 pick in the NBA draft. Once he finally started to find a rhythm, Whitehead suffered a lower left leg injury, forcing him to miss another four games. Get ready to see this selection a lot. Any team looking for instant offense off of the bench will be interested in the Ohio State wing. TRENDING. NBA Mock Draft 2023: Examining Where Things Stand At The All-Star Break. The generational talent is a surefire lock to be the No. Keegan Murray - PF - Iowa - NBA Draft Profile and Stats. Its hard to see him sliding out of the first round, especially if a team with a more long-term view like Utah believes it can help him reach his potential. Its been a very rough season for Whitehead at Duke, going from a consensus top-10 guy to a step below that. Hes also playing at Pepperdine, which almost automatically creates the divide for some players operating outside of the traditional power-conference structure. In this regard, Murray could be a valuable asset. The Sacramento Kings made a huge move by drafting Keegan Murray with the No. Murray made history during the 2022 NBA Draft, becoming the highest Iowa basketball According to Taylor, Murray is one of the top returning players in college He is 16th in the league in 3-point percentage among players with at least 200 attempts and is first among all rookies. This is an upside swing. Lewis is a high-volume shooter who can self-create off the dribble and has a nice touch around the rim. Heres Our Review Of Cocaine Bear: Oh Hell Yes! A product of the NBL Next Stars program, Rupert comes into the draft with some professional experience playing a limited role for the New Zealand Breakers. Whitehead's freshman season has been littered with injuries. : 6-4, 165 pounds | Class: Sophomore | NC State. Miller is arguably the best freshman in college basketball this season and is currently averaging 19.7 points and eight rebounds. With that said, it is unclear how hell defend at the NBA level, so thats going to be the swing on his perceived value. While he did predict a Grant to Portland trade, the compensation wasnt quite the seventh overall pick. To no surprise, nothing has changed at the top of the 2023 NBA Draft board. His lateral quickness on defense and footwork in the paint remains an area of development, but Howard would have the time adjust to the pace of the NBA game on an established team like the Trail Blazers. pic.twitter.com/l376LEbQ1f. His scoring value is clear, and he checks a lot of boxes with size and physicality. Murray, who improved significant from his freshman to sophomore seasons, also contributed 8.7 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game while shooting 55% from the field and 39.8% from the 3-point line. The 6-7 wing is an offensive weapon who will serve as an off-ball scorer and shooter at the next level. In my Mock Draft heading into the college basketball season, there were 19 freshmen projected to land in the first round. This is a big TBD. This time around, there are 16 freshmen buta lotof the names have changed compared to the preseason. Jackson-Davis has earned top-40 status with a fantastic season. His size and length at 6-foot-7 makes him an intriguing prospect in the late lottery or mid-first round. 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. : 6-6, 215 pounds | Class: Freshman | Indiana. 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. He averaged 23.5 points and 8.7 rebounds per game in his sophomore season, and shot an impressive 55% from the field, including nearly 40% from beyond the arc. Consensus first-team All-American Keegan Murrayis entering the NBA draft. Jackson reclassified he was the No. He is a very strong defender already. : 6-9, 210 pounds | Class: Freshman | UCF. No. 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. 4 overall to the Sacramento Kings, Hoops Hype: No. The 6-9 forward has wowed talent evaluators with his lights-out perimeter shooting, averaging 19.5 points while knocking down 43.1 percent (!) Dick has elevated his stock into the lottery range, proving to be one of the best and most consistent perimeter shooters in this class. Clemente Almanza. 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. However, given Sacramento's poor management in the past, Murray could find himself in basketball purgatory just as easily. 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. : 6-9, 220 pounds | Class: Freshman | South Carolina. Rockets: Victor Wembanyama, France Metropolitans 92 Keegan Murray. Here's a look at Yahoo Sports' latest first- and second-round projections for the 2023 NBA Draft in June. Branham has put together a tremendous stretch with the Spurs and is coming off his best month of the season. He also improved his perimeter shooting, although he still only converted 29.8 percent of his 3-point attempts. Ht./Wt. Keegan Murray had a stellar sophomore season with Iowa. He immediately stepped in to fill his brother's role as Smith hasn't had much opportunity to get into a rhythm with inconsistent availability, but I could still see a guard-needy team in the top 10 taking a swing on his potential once he's at full strength. With 25 games remaining this season for the Kings, combined with his current average of 2.5 triples per game, Murray is on pace to surpass the 51 needed to break the record. Ht./Wt. Don't be surprised if a team takes a swing on his upside earlier than this spot. He isnt quite as electric athletically, although still very good. MORE: Scoot Henderson is much more than a consolation prize in Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes. However, in his latest mock released Tuesday, the former Draft Express analyst has the Pistons going with another standout from the Big Ten. Villanova is stunningly bad this season, at least by Villanova standards, but that isnt really on Whitmore. He plays with great positioning and solid fundamentals and has enough mobility to step out and guard in space. Iowa Basketball Keegan Murray - 2022 NBA Draft? After a historic sophomore season, forward Keegan Murray could potentially be the highest-ever drafted Hawkeye in the NBA, pushing for the top five. Murray told reporters he met with the Thunder, Kings, Pistons, and Pacers in a Zoom media availability call. 3FG 3 AST 2 BLK W Top 10 draft pick. Defensively, Smith Jr. is solid on the ball, keeping his man in front and fighting through screens. : 6-7, 205 pounds | Class: Junior | Gonzaga, Ht./Wt. Guards have trouble getting around him off the switch and he's effective in the lane with the way he alters shots. Ht./Wt. Rival NBA executives are keeping an eye on whether the Pistons will send Jerami Grant to the Blazers on draft night for Portlands seventh overall pick, which has been dangled for immediate help, as reported in last weeks HoopsHype mock draft update. Where he excels and is most impactful is on defense with his high IQ, speed and footwork. George has had some massive games and some ugly outings, but he is a pro-caliber shot-creator and shot-maker.I'd be willing to bet on his tools to be an impactful scorer and distributor at the next level, he just has to polish his shot selection and decision-making. His scoring ability and jumpshot are still in question but Black has worked his way into the lottery range with his play this year. During the 2021-22 season, Murray averaged 23.5 points and 8.7 rebounds per game while shooting 55.5% from the field. 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. Offensively, he does all the little things right, whether that's cutting off the ball, getting to his spot off the pick-and-pop or creating for himself at the end of the shot clock. 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. May 17 NBA Lottery. : 6-8, 200 pounds | Class: Freshman | Tennessee, Ht./Wt. 4 at the 2022 NBA Draft. Murray was the ideal fit for the Kings, Also winning MVP accolades for the tournament, Murray emerges as the real deal. Murray could provide spacing and defense should the Pistons bring in free-agent center Deandre Ayton. Standings 2022 NBA Mock Draft: Duke's Paolo Banchero goes No. Here's how to watch, stream and listen. 1 guy on a championship team anymore, NBA executive: I fear the Clippers much less since they added Russell Westbrook, Joel Embiid no longer concerned with MVP: What I can control is to win a championship, that's where I place my focus, Jae Crowder knew he wouldn't be with Nets long-term: Too many guys over there looking like me, I ain't got time for that, Chandler Parsons on Ben Simmons: He's most likely a minimum player for the rest of his career, James Harden 'serious about a possible return' to the Rockets this offseason in free agency, PJ Tucker wanted to stay in Miami but business got in the way, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Jones is the type of upperclassman guard who teams will target in the late first round. Note: The Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers forfeited their second-round picks in 2023 due to tampering and violating free agency rules. He is 67 with unreal explosiveness, and he projects to be a tremendous defender and transition weapon at the NBA level. Ohio State has had a rough stretch of games, losing nine out of its last 10. 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. As noted above, Henderson would be a rightful No. : 6-6 210 pounds | Class: Junior | Connecticut, Ht./Wt. 2022 NBA Mock Draft 1.0: Pacers Win Lottery, Keegan Murray Rises to No. Its been a heck of a rise. With his size, ballhandling and skill set, it will be hard for a team to pass on him in the first round. Dick is averaging 18 points in February and isn't shy of the big moments when the game is on the line or the shot clock is winding down. 2023 NBA Mock Draft 1. He came from well off the radar as a freshman at UCF, but the blend of size, athleticism, and production helps. Keegan Murray drafted at No. Lively was a top high school prospect in the class and, through that lens, has disappointed in college. Hes a 68 forward who can defend with versatility and, in theory, shoot it a little bit. 4 pick in the NBA draft. 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. He might not be the most athletic prospect in the draft, and his defense might still need a bit of work, but he can have a day-one impact. His toughness on defense and versatility as a shot-maker translate well as an NBA prospect. 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. MORE: Post-All-Star NBA Power Rankings: Where did the Warriors fall? The Ht./Wt. Sacramento Kings Jalen Duren, Memphis Center, 6-11, 250 pounds, freshman 8. San Antonio Spurs A.J. 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 At just 18, Whitehead has promising pro potential with his defensive skill set and natural instincts as a scorer in transition. With positional versatility on defense and the ability to space the floor on the wing, Murray will be a target for playoff teams in the late first round. 16 overall for back-to-back aggregate mock drafts. Be the first one to comment on this story. 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. Wilson's shot selection has improved from last year and has shown growth and maturity in his game. 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