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2018 NBA Mock Draft: Final first round edition

By Max Holm

CHICAGO, IL - MAY 15: NBA Draft Prospect, Mohamed Bamba poses for a portrait during the 2018 NBA Combine circuit on May 15, 2018 at the Intercontinental Hotel Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 15: NBA Draft Prospect, Mohamed Bamba poses for a portrait during the 2018 NBA Combine circuit on May 15, 2018 at the Intercontinental Hotel Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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player. 77. Despite Lou Williams’ amazing season, the Los Angeles Clippers need more long-term answers in the backcourt. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a good bet to have a long and productive career. It may take him some time to become a true point guard, there’s still a lot to like. At 6’6″ he’s incredibly long, allowing him to be disruptive on defense and finish over defenders. He has tremendous shake, shot well from 3 and the free throw line and is a smart player. Gilgeous-Alexander fits well with all the Clippers guards. For Los Angeles’ current roster, they should be looking at a guard or wing and a big man with these back-to-back picks.. PG/SG. Kentucky. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. 12