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Mock NBA Draft 3.0: Where does Cade Cunningham end up in final standings?

By Corey Rausch

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 18: Jalen Green #4 of the G League Ignite drives to the basket during a G-League game against the Westchester Knicks at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on February 18, 2021 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) 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.
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 18: Jalen Green #4 of the G League Ignite drives to the basket during a G-League game against the Westchester Knicks at AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on February 18, 2021 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images) 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. /
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NBA draft, Cade Cunningham (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
NBA draft, Cade Cunningham (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

1. Houston Rockets – Cade Cunningham, Oklahoma State

Cade Cunningham is the number one pick. It is almost impossible to imagine a scenario where he does not come off the board first, no matter who has that pick. He is the type of wing player that every team is looking for and can be built around. Cunningham has the ability to be an elite playmaker but can also thrive off the ball. Add in elite defensive potential and the choice is clear.

2. Detroit Pistons – Jalen Green, G-League Ignite

Jalen Green is one of the purest scoring threats to come into the draft in recent memory. The Detroit Pistons, above all else, need a go-to scoring threat. He can finish at the rim and also let go from distance. Playing for coach Dwane Casey would help Green mold his game and iron out inconsistencies.

3. Orlando Magic – Jalen Suggs, Gonzaga

The Orlando Magic need to take the best player available and for them, Jalen Suggs fits nicely. He showed this season for Gonzaga that he can play both on and off-ball and would bring a change of personality to an organization in need of one. He could play off-ball next to Markelle Fultz but then run the offense next to Cole Anthony and let Anthony focus on scoring.

4. Cleveland Cavaliers – Jonathan Kuminga, G-League Ignite

The Cleveland Cavaliers need a power forward of the future. Jonathan Kuminga is an elite prospect at that position but is going to take some time to develop. A young core built around Collin Sexton, Darius Garland, Isaac Okoro, Kuminga and Jarrett Allen could grow together nicely if the team is patient enough to bring him along.

5. OKC Thunder – Evan Mobley, University of Southern California

This is lower than Evan Mobley should go but that may work out best for both sides. The OKC Thunder get a player with potentially the highest ceiling in the draft to add to their collection of intriguing young talents. Mobley would come into a situation with other elite defensive prospects and would not need to be the number one option on offense. The fact that he appears destined to be capable of leading on both sides of the ball is just a bonus.

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