Redrafting the 2017 NBA Draft: Which teams fix their mistakes?

Luke Kennard led the NBA in 3-point percentage last season and he’s on track to potentially do the same in 2022-23. The NBA as a whole is becoming more reliant on the 3-pointer with each passing season, and Kennard is one of the best in the business at stretching defenses out beyond the arc.

The Clippers have the luxury of extreme depth and a glut of playmakers, which allows Kennard to patrol the perimeter primarily as a spot-up threat. That isn’t the extent of his offensive repertoire, though. Kennard has also flashed playmaking skills, at some points with LA and more prolifically with Detroit before that (and Duke before that). He’s capable of attacking closeouts off the dribble and making crisp passing reads on the move.

Kennard’s versatile complementary skill set makes him one of the NBA’s best role players. He doesn’t need to dominate touches to contribute to winning, and he makes the absolute most of the touches he does receive. Again, with the modern NBA so strongly favoring Kennard’s skill set, he’s a lottery lock in this re-draft.

The main limiting factor for Kennard is defense. He’s 6-foot-5, but his short wingspan and subpar athleticism limit him greatly on that side of the ball. His competitive spirit and general instincts are strong, but Kennard relies mostly on his offensive talent.