2018 NBA Mock Draft: Full two-round, postseason mock

Jaren Jackson Jr is by far the best defensive prospect in the entire class. The combination of switch ability on the perimeter, rim protection and team defense is a rare combination. His defensive IQ is even more impressive, considering he’s one of the youngest players in the class. His perimeter game is still extremely raw, but I’m betting on his awkward mechanics to a least become a respectable 3-point shooter. He showed signs of encouragement with his shooting touch as well, shooting 39.6 percent from the 3-point line and 79.7 percent from the foul line.

The thought of having the most athletic frontcourt in the NBA by pairing Jackson with Aaron Gordon and Jonathan Isaac could be extremely interesting. The Orlando Magic seem like a solid fit here since Jackson probably won’t be a starter right away. He can develop playing spot minutes while Nikola Vucevic is still under contract next season. Jackson’s fit with the Magic will also be heavily dependent on when they can obtain a quality point guard.

Marvin Bagley III has always been in the spotlight. Being a No. 1 recruit all throughout high school and then being unquestionably the best player on a Duke team with all five of their starters entering the draft is impressive. Bagley’s constant motor combined with his budding perimeter game make him a special prospect. He might also have a quicker second jump than anyone on the planet. The Duke freshman demolished Jabari Parker’s double-double record with ease, averaging a double-double on the season with 21.0 points and 11.1 rebounds per game on 61.4 percent shooting.

The Dallas Mavericks’ roster is an absolute mess right now and just need to acquire talented players. They have received the most out of less talented young players like Yogi Ferrell, hopefully they can do even better with a prospect with unbelievable talent like Bagley. The key ingredient to Bagley’s development will be his defense. Rick Carlisle is probably one of the best guys to try and teach Marvin Bagley how to become a serviceable defender. So he can stay on the court and show off his amazing offensive talent, and not become a complete defensive liability.