2016 NBA Mock Draft: Timothe Luwawu Breaks into the Top 10

5. player. 86. <p>Dunn lands here a lot, and it’s because he’s simply one of the most polished players in this draft class. This makes sense, because he’s already 22 years old, but Dunn is still worth a top-five pick because he’s likely to be a very skilled two-way player.</p> <p>Backup point guard has long been an issue for the Timberwolves behind Ricky Rubio. The T’Wolves have tried everything there; D-leaguers like Lorenzo Brown, raw, high-upside guys like Zach Lavine, and experienced veterans like Andre Miller. Dunn would alleviate those concerns, as he’s one of the best passers in this draft class, and his defensive acumen (3.0 steals per 40 minutes) fits what is quickly becoming a team-wide identity. Dunn could spell Rubio and provide much of the same skills, and he’s comfortable off the ball (28.0 usage rate despite being far and away the Friars’ best player), letting the two play together.</p> <p>Dunn doesn’t have a great history of being a knock-down three point shooter, hitting just 35.4 percent for his college career, bolstered by shooting 37.2 percent this past season. That’s likely the one major issue for the Timberwolves, who have a massive deficit in that department on their roster. However, Dunn’s skills make him a strong fit for the roster overall, and if the T’Wolves deal Rubio this summer, it will be very hard to pass up the best point guard in this draft.</p> <p><em>To learn more about Kris Dunn, click here.</em></p>. PG. Providence. Kris Dunn