Washington Wizards: 5 options for pick No. 52 in 2017 NBA Draft

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Mar 11, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) shoots over Creighton Bluejays guard Marcus Foster (0) and Bluejays guard Isaiah Zierden (21) during the first half of the Big East Conference Tournament final game at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Josh Hart, SG, Villanova

Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart is a coveted senior in this year’s draft class. The 6’6″ shooting guard was also a member of the 2016 national championship team that won at the buzzer.

Hart averaged 18.7 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.5 steals per game for the 32-4 Wildcats last year. He shot 40.4 percent from three-point range as well, something that is sure to intrigue the Wizards’ front office.

Hart earned Big East Player of the Year honors and All-American honors for his play in 2016-17. He showed his development as not only a sharpshooter, but also as a solid rebounder. He’s a player who can do more than just shoot three-pointers and can certainly contribute on the Wizards in a reserve role.

Hart is a shooting guard with potential to convert to play either guard position and can even branch out to the wing when Washington wants to play small. He isn’t scared to get his nose dirty in the paint and can get to the free throw line with relative ease.

If he is still available in the second round, look for Washington to select Hart with the 52nd overall pick.

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