Mock NBA Draft 5.0: Post-combine shake-up clarifies the league

Josh Christopher needs a lot of work on his shot, but the developmental team with the Denver Nuggets has proven in recent years that they tend to capitalize on the potential. Christopher is an explosive athlete who can play above-average defense and is a brilliant passer. If they can develop his shot he would be a steal this late in the NBA draft.

Given the consistent rotating list of big bodies throughout the season, adding another big man to the bench options for the Brooklyn Nets makes complete sense. Day’Ron Sharpe is on the court to rebound and nothing else. He thrives in that role and would do so in Brooklyn in no time. Sharpe will ingratiate himself to his All-Star teammates quickly with his non-stop work.

As always, the Philadelphia 76ers need to add shooting to help create breathing room for their roster. Kessler Edwards is a knockdown shooter, hitting over 40 percent from distance in his college career. He fills up the defensive counting stat sheet as well, fitting into the game plan that the Sixers are consistently looking to execute. He would come in and make an immediate impact.

Chances are the Phoenix Suns look to move this pick, but no matter who is here Nah’Shon Hyland needs to be taken in the first round of the draft. He is currently moving up boards because he showcased his overall talent at the combine and can no longer be denied a spot. He has a great wingspan (6’9”), can defend and hit 3-point shots at a high level. He will be a quality bench player for years.

Ayo Dosunmu has slid slightly as the process has gone along, but he would be a great pick by the Utah Jazz to end the first round of the NBA draft. He can guard wings, something the Jazz are in desperate need of and would provide playmaking off the bench that would lighten the regular season burden put upon Joe Ingles. The little things he does fit perfectly to what the Jazz need.