2019 NBA Mock Draft: Post-Lottery edition
By Stone Hansen
The New York Knicks are no doubt upset about losing out on Zion, but R.J. Barrett will keep fans optimistic in the Big Apple. Scoring will never be a problem for him, as he will come into the league already polished. His rebounding and passing also prevent the possible concerns of him becoming an Andrew Wiggins 2.0. Mitchell Robinson will make for an easy lob threat in pick-and-rolls, and Barrett’s pull-up prowess will make for a deadly duo. There aren’t too many questions regarding Barrett, and his arrival will be a welcome sign to a franchise desperate for anything positive.. Small Forward. New York Knicks. R.J. Barrett. 3. player. 27
20. The Los Angeles Lakers moved higher than any other team on lottery night, putting themselves in a perfect position to draft Darius Garland, a score-first point guard who fits in like a glove next to Lonzo Ball. Garland has the potential to possibly be the highest scorer of anyone in his class, which has everything to do with his propensity to score from any spot on the court. Defense and passing are reasons for skepticism, but thankfully Ball covers up those aspects. Whether this pick gets dealt in the summer is up for debate, but should they choose to remain here, the Lakers will find themselves in a great situation.. Point Guard. Los Angeles Lakers. Darius Garland. 4. player