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2016 NBA Mock Draft: Every Team’s Ideal Fit

By Maxwell Ogden

Mar 17, 2016; Raleigh, NC, USA; Providence Friars guard Kris Dunn (3) celebrates with Providence Friars forward Ben Bentil (0) after a play against the USC Trojans during the second half at PNC Arena. The Friars wins 70-69. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 17, 2016; Raleigh, NC, USA; Providence Friars guard Kris Dunn (3) celebrates with Providence Friars forward Ben Bentil (0) after a play against the USC Trojans during the second half at PNC Arena. The Friars wins 70-69. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 17, 2016; Denver , CO, USA; Utah Utes forward Jakob Poeltl (42) looks to pass around Fresno State Bulldogs forward Karachi Edo (4) in the first half during Utah vs Fresno State in the first round of the 2016 NCAA Tournament at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 17, 2016; Denver , CO, USA; Utah Utes forward Jakob Poeltl (42) looks to pass around Fresno State Bulldogs forward Karachi Edo (4) in the first half during Utah vs Fresno State in the first round of the 2016 NCAA Tournament at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports /

10. Milwaukee Bucks: Jakob Poeltl, Utah Utes

Position: Center

Age: 20 (10/15/1995)

Height, Weight, Wingspan: 7’1″, 242 pounds, 7’1″

Slash Line: .656/.000/.689

Season Averages: 30.4 MPG, 17.6 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 2.8 ORPG, 1.9 APG, 1.6 BPG

The Milwaukee Bucks attempted to build the future of the organization with center Greg Monroe. The harsh reality of Monroe’s arrival is that he lacks the defensive proficiency to anchor Milwaukee’s interior in the manner he needs to.

There are other options at No. 10 overall, but Jakob Poeltl makes the most sense if Milwaukee is seeking immediate value.

Poeltl is one of the best defensive big men in this draft class as a rim protector who keeps his man off the glass and disrupts the pick-and-roll. He’s not an elite athlete, but he’s dramatically improved his fundamentals on both ends since coming to Utah.

Poeltl isn’t as consistent in the post as Monroe, but he’s strong enough to place a high emphasis on his vastly superior defense.

Poeltl has good touch around the basket, and is a strong asset in operating the pick-and-roll. He’s 7’1″ with a matching wingspan, which continues the development of Milwaukee’s elite size at virtually every position.

Poeltl is a defensive-minded big man who crashes the boards, finishes around the basket, and continues to expand his range. He’s an excellent fit.

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