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2017 FanSided NBA Network Mock Draft: Let the experts decide

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March 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
March 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 11, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) watches his shot during the first half of the Big East Conference Tournament final game against the Creighton Bluejays at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 11, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) watches his shot during the first half of the Big East Conference Tournament final game against the Creighton Bluejays at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports /
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Josh Hart

Shooting Guard, Villanova

With Brooklyn going with long-term potential with the No. 22 pick, the team might elect to go with an NBA-ready player with the No. 27 pick. Hart was an NCAA National Champion in 2016 during Villanova’s title run. The forward averaged 18 points, six rebounds and three assists per game while averaging over 40 percent from the 3-point line. Hart’s ability to space the floor could make him an ideal fit in Kenny Atkinson’s motion offense. His ability to contribute all over the floor could allow Hart to grab big minutes immediately for a Brooklyn Nets team that figures to allow its younger players extended minutes next season.

Hart has played at the highest level of college basketball. He has played under the bright lights and in front of a national audience which should help the 22-year-old transition to the NBA. Although some may feel he is a reach at the No. 27 pick, Hart projects to be a worthwhile choice no matter where he goes in the draft.

— Andrew Hughes, Nothin’ But Nets, @NetsBlogFS