Fansided

NBA Draft 2020: 5 best fits for Anthony Edwards

By Rucker Haringey

TEMPE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 14: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Georgia Bulldogs handles the ball during the NCAAB game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena on December 14, 2019 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
TEMPE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 14: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Georgia Bulldogs handles the ball during the NCAAB game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena on December 14, 2019 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /
facebooktwitterreddit
Prev
4 of 5
Next

2. Charlotte Hornets

Malik Monk has not been able to develop into the primary scorer the Hornets envisioned when they drafted him. It might be time for Charlotte to roll the dice on another SEC wing capable of powering their offense.

The Hornets always seem to head into the draft looking for star power. Edwards hs one of the highest ceilings in his class. Officials in Charlotte would rush to the podium if he’s on the board when their pick comes up.

The presence of Terry Rozier and Devonte’ Graham would help Edwards ease into a primary playmaking role. It might even allow him to focus on playing as a more complementary option during his rookie season. Landing in Charlotte might not be great for his chances of nabbing the Rookie of the Year Award, but it might help him learn how to become a winning player sooner rather than later.

The Hornets have some decent options to deploy in their backcourt, but they need a star to tie everyone together. Edwards has that potential. He’d give the franchise a useful injection of star power to build around.

Home/NBA Draft