NBA Draft: Luka Doncic rises to first in 2018 NBA Redraft

One of the quirks of the 2018 NBA Draft was the run of point guards that went early in the second round. Four straight went off the board to open the round, starting with Elie Okobo and then Jevon Carter, Jalen Brunson and Devonte’ Graham. Two of those guards go back-to-back once more in our redraft as Brunson elevates to Pick No. 16.

Brunson originally went to the Dallas Mavericks and has served as somewhat of a backup to his 2018 classmate Luka Doncic. He has been the epitome of solid, a strong ball-handler who has improved as a scorer and 3-point shooter each year of his career.

Last season he increased his minutes to 25 per night, shooting 40.5 percent from outside and scoring 12.6 points per game. He does that while bringing solid defense, moving the ball and filling in the gaps as a backup guard ready to do anything. His solid play has translated to helping the Mavericks win, and his 9.8 career win shares are tied for seventh in this class.

The Philadelphia 76ers could absolutely use a backup point guard who can handle and shoot. They originally took Zhaire Smith, who went through a variety of hurdles that ultimately saw him washed out of the league. Brunson would be a great fit who may have helped the 76ers overcome some of their own team hurdles the past few seasons.