Philadelphia 76ers: NBA Draft 2014 Big Board v1

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Dec 19, 2013; New York, NY, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jabari Parker (1) celebrates with Duke Blue Devils forward Rodney Hood (5) after scoring against the UCLA Bruins during the second half at Madison Square Garden. The Blue Devils won 80-63. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

No. 2: Jabari Parker, Duke, F

Jabari Parker might just be the most polished offensive weapon coming out in 2014. The comparisons to Carmelo Anthony look spot on. He has a silky-smooth release; bangs well for rebounds and has defensive versatility.

Parker could play at either the 3 or the 4. The thought of a Michael Carter-Williams-Jabari Parker pick-and-pop game, alongside a Noel-MCW pick-and-roll game are scary.

If Parker continues to light it up in college — 22.1 points and .475 from 3-point range — he has a small chance of knocking Wiggins from his perch. A lot of general managers may even take Parker over Wiggins; I just can see Sam Hinkie going for the long-term prospect in Wiggins.