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NBA Mock Draft 2017, Week 16: Lonzo Ball to the Lakers

Feb 1, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) attempts a free throw against the Washington State Cougars during the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. The Bruins won 95-79. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 1, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) attempts a free throw against the Washington State Cougars during the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. The Bruins won 95-79. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
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New order, new destinations. This is our latest mock 2017 NBA Draft.

With no games being played over the All-Star break, there was no movement in the standings, but the looming trade deadline produced plenty of drama in the first round as several picks changed hands. What follows is a projection of who might land in those picks, assuming that eligible players declare for the draft.

As is our usual practice, we’ve prepared the draft order using 538’s projection system for the average simulated season and made no adjustments to the lottery order. Trades, though, have been accounted for.

Here’s our latest mock draft.

Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports