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NBA Mock Draft 2017, Week 18: Jayson Tatum to Orlando

By Chris Stone

Feb 26, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) helps with warms as he would sit out the game against the Washington State Cougars at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 26, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) helps with warms as he would sit out the game against the Washington State Cougars at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 4, 2017; College Station, TX, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard De’Aaron Fox (0) brings the ball up the court during the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 4, 2017; College Station, TX, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard De’Aaron Fox (0) brings the ball up the court during the second half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Reed Arena. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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De'Aaron Fox

PG, Kentucky

The Sacramento Kings are in the midst of a massive rebuilding project after sending DeMarcus Cousins to the New Orleans Pelicans. It’s a move, though, that has most likely netted them an extra top 10 pick in the 2017 draft to use to help that process. After snagging Jonathan Isaac with the Pelicans’ pick, the Kings grab a player who they hope will be their point guard of the future here.

Kentucky’s De’Aaron Fox has a well-rounded game that is heavily limited by one major weakness. Although he’s struggled with recent nagging injuries, Fox has largely been a good offensive facilitator this season, excelling in transition where his quickness makes him an incredibly challenging player to guard. He also defends the point of attack well, moving quickly to cut off penetration and occasionally picking up steals. Fox is averaging 1.9 steals per 40 minutes as a freshman.

His biggest red flag, though, is his inability to shoot. Whether off the catch or off the dribble, Fox struggles to score away from the rim. He’s shooting 21.1 percent on 3s this season and teams have started to force him into the mid-range in pick-and-roll coverage. There isn’t anything broken with his mechanics from afar, but in order to make it as an NBA player, Fox will need to figure out a way to punish opponents semi-regularly with his jump shot.

Learn more about De’Aaron Fox at The Step Back.

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