I like Mikal but outside of spot up shooting and defense what does he do.
I like KBD too... that wingspan is something else. If I told you KBD was as good as Mikal in 5 years is that shocking.
This draft has a lot of interesting guys from 15-40 but none that jump out at me and say “that’s the guy”. I will be happy with whatever DL does.
A few guys near our range really stand out to me as having value in the NBA. I guess I'm hoping one or more will be available for the Jazz:
** Zhaire Smith has out-of-the-gym athleticism and a good wingspan. If Jazz coaches think they can teach him to shoot and handle a bit (like they seem to be doing with Royce O'Neale), then I think he's a starter. He's also young enough to grow another inch or two. Give him those inches and some strength and he could develop into a real two-way force, even though he's not likely to play much on the ball. He's already pretty good around the rim. He's likely to get buzz at the Combine when his measurements and vertical come out.
** Mitchell Robinson is a freak at 7'1" with great length and a quick first and second jump. He should be an elite rim protector. He might even be able to shoot a bit. Even though he's a center, he'd be difficult to pass on if he's there for the Jazz. The Jazz could then move Bradley. It's fine to keep developing a unique big who is 5 or 6 years younger than Rudy.
** Jontay Porter is a unique 18 year-old, 6'10+" guy who can really shoot and really pass the ball. If he'll rebound and not get killed on defense, then he stands out as a valuable rotation player. The question is athleticism and motor. Can he play at a fast pace and really run the floor, or is the modern game passing him by?
** Troy Brown has some real toughness and moves well in a deep defensive stance at 6'7" with a 6'11" wingspan. His handle, passing and potential to improve his shooting give him unique potential as a strong wing who can play with the ball in his hands. Again, as a 19 year-old he has potential to grow another inch or so.
Anyone of those guys would be solid picks in my book. I'd generally have them ranked above Keita Bates-Diop, primarily due to youth, athleticism and upside, but I can it see if the Jazz like KBD and think he can continue to develop.
