2017 NBA Mock Draft: The worst picks every team can make

By Chris Stone | Jun 15, 2017

Feb 26, 2017; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) looks on form the bench during a game against the Washington State Cougars during the second half at Friel Court at Beasley Coliseum. The Cougars won 79-71. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 26, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Justin Jackson (44) shoots against Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk (5) in the first half during the finals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /

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Justin Jackson

SF, North Carolina

Would the greatest North Carolina Tar Heel in school history pull the trigger on another alumni at No. 11? Possibly, but he shouldn’t. Justin Jackson is a 6-foot-8 small forward who made significant strides during his junior season. After uninspiring performances from behind the 3-point line his first two campaigns, Jackson knocked down 37.0 percent of his triples in 2016-17. He is one of the highest volume 3-point shooters in the class and improved from the foul line as well. Jackson will be one of the best shooters in this class, but it’s sort of unclear what else he’ll bring at the next level.

Jackson is one of the oldest prospects in the class, which limits the time that he has to reach his upside — whatever that is. The 22-year old should offer a bit of creation ability, at least in straight lines, and he has a nice floater game that can help him deal with length at the rim in the league. He’s also a decent defender against smaller opponents. In short, Jackson should be a decent 3-and-D player in the NBA, but teams should be able to snag a similar player later in the draft. That’s what makes this a reach at No. 11.

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