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NBA Draft: The best 3 draft picks of the 2022 NBA Draft

By Loyal Ricks Jr

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 29: NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during the 2021 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on July 29, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 29: NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks during the 2021 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on July 29, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images) /
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2022 NBA Draft
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 23: Shaedon Sharpe looks on after being drafted with the 7th overall pick by the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2022 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 2022 in New York City. 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. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images) /

The 2022 NBA Draft was an event filled with excitement for the NBA, as teams gathered their staff to welcome their newest additions to the roster. Excitement for the upcoming season grew with each selection.

While fans watched some of college best athletes’ dreams come true, analysts were busy evaluating first-round picks. With such a talented draft class, I believe a few teams slept well after their decisions.

But which three picks were the best selections in a draft class full of talented players?

NBA Draft: The best 3 draft picks of the 2022 NBA Draft: Shaedon Sharpe

The Portland Trail Blazers took the clock with the seventh-overall pick. They selected Shaeden Sharpe – a dynamic shot-maker from the University of Kentucky. Limited footage almost hindered Sharpe’s opportunity, but his reputation as an offensive weapon represented him well among NBA scouts. HIs dynamic shot creation is something the Blazers can look forward to.

Finding a replacement for C.J McCollum will help the Trailblazers stay relevant in the Western Conference, and adding Jerami Grant should further help Damian Lillard achieve success in the future. If the team grooms their newest draft pick, they could see the fruits of their labor next season.