Charlotte Hornets: 2017 NBA Draft grades

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Malik Monk (Kentucky) is introduced as the number eleven overall pick to the Charlotte Hornets in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Malik Monk (Kentucky) is introduced as the number eleven overall pick to the Charlotte Hornets in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jordan is a happy owner after the 2017 NBA Draft
Mar 4, 2017; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; Former North Carolina Tar Heels great Michael Jordan during a half time announcement that Jordan’s Jumpman Brand is teaming up with Carolina Football. The Tar Heels defeated the Blue Devils 90-83 at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

Final grade

Michael Jordan has plenty to smile about after the last week. Along with landing Dwight Howard, the Charlotte Hornets were able to nail their draft picks this year. Perimeter depth and bench scoring were glaring needs and the selections of Malik Monk (No. 11) and Dwayne Bacon (No. 40) helped address those needs.

Malik Monk will provide scoring and will have the opportunity to play both guard positions. It is unclear why other teams passed on Monk, but Charlotte is poised to reap the benefits. A talented player with extra motivation is an excellent combination.

Dwayne Bacon will provide length and scoring off the bench. With more competition at his position, Bacon may not make a huge splash this coming year, but the potential is there for him to make an impact and develop his game.

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Overall, the Hornets came out of the 2017 NBA Draft with a couple of great picks and are poised to make waves in the Eastern Conference this year.

Final Grade: A