The 2023 NBA Draft lottery has the potential to change the fortunes of several teams.
There are always high stakes when the NBA Draft lottery commences. This year, however, those stakes are higher than normal. Neil DeGrasse Tyson recently explained to ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith how the Cincinnati Bengals once beat the Seattle Seahawks on a game-winning field goal because of the Earth’s spin and the concurring gravitational pull. Well, that same gravitational pull could determine which team gets to select Victor Wembanyama in a couple months.
The 2023 NBA Draft lottery will take place on May 16. The chaotic, randomized bounces of a few ping-pong balls will determine who selects 1-4 in June. A team who tanked all season could suddenly find itself sitting at No. 5. Meanwhile, for all we know, a team that genuinely tried to make the playoffs could end up with the best prospect since LeBron just… there for the taking.
It’s an exciting and moderately absurd proposition. But this year the stakes are high not only because of Wembanyama, but because of the sheer volume of top-end talent around Wembanyama. There are several potential All-Stars lurking in the lottery range. Teams who get lucky will have plenty to celebrate, even if they don’t land the top pick.
2023 NBA Mock Draft: Who gets picked in the first round?
In keeping with tradition, we simulated the lottery order via Tankathon. Next time we do this exercise, the lottery order will be set in stone. Congratulations to the Charlotte Hornets, who win our final simulation. Should we read into that? Is it some sort of cosmic sign? Probably not.
By nature, mock drafts allow us to consider team fit, but we have also reached the point where predictive actions are necessary. What have teams done in the past that might inform their actions in the present? Which prospects are generating the most buzz in reporting circles? It’s impossible to predict anything with absolute certainty this far from draft night, but there are plenty of contextual factors we can use to determine who a team might pick.
Kris Murray’s role and production skyrocketed at Iowa following the departure of his twin brother, last year’s No. 4 pick Keegan Murray. The Clippers struggled to generate quality minutes at the power forward spot late in the season; Murray’s blend of size and shooting could make him an immediate fit.
The Pacers showed themselves willing to sacrifice “upside” in favor of older, more NBA-ready prospects with the Chris Duarte pick a couple years ago. Jaime Jaquez won’t go nearly as high in the draft, but he’s a proven college winner who has all the intangibles a young team like Indiana should covet.
Before the season, Dillon Mitchell was on the lottery track. A bumpy freshman season at Texas sent him plummeting down draft boards, but there will still be teams interested in the inherent upside of such a monster athlete. Few things are more exciting than Mitchell detonating at the rim. Utah has three first-round picks and can afford the patient approach.
This feels like a Charlotte pick. GG Jackson is the youngest draft-eligible prospect and the upside is undeniable. On one hand, he scored a lot of points as the spearhead of South Carolina’s offense. On the other hand, his efficiency was extremely suboptimal and his youth was frequently reflected in his decision-making. The Hornets might not have the best infrastructure in place to cultivate Jackson’s game, but he’s a talented forward with big-time potential.
The Pacers land Kobe Bufkin, one of the biggest in-season risers. He showed ample potential at Michigan in pro-style actions, slinging around DHOs and operating in pick-and-rolls, frequently slicing down the middle of the defense for finishes at the rim. There are valid concerns about Bufkin’s passing and upside as a true creator, but the Pacers are well-positioned to mask those weaknesses behind the powerful playmaking engine of Tyrese Haliburton.
Maxwell Lewis started the season on fire before tapering off as the season progressed. Pepperdine was quite bad in a weak conference, and Lewis’ apparent lack of energy and focus at times probably rubbed scouts the wrong way. Still, the talent is undeniable and the Grizzlies could use help on the wing with Dillon Brooks on the way out.
The Kings’ lack of quality defensive personnel finally reared its ugly head in their Game 7 loss to Golden State. It’s clear Sacramento is a very good team, but it’s fair to question the ceiling of any group with a bottom-5 regular season defense. Noah Clowney is probably years away from contributing for a contender, but he has intriguing athletic tools and the potential to provide a switchable defensive anchor in the frontcourt next to Domantas Sabonis.
The Blazers need a long-term (and short-term) solution at center. Jusuf Nurkic is fading and Dereck Lively feels like the logical replacement. His remarkable growth in-season at Duke should have scouts convinced of his ability to influence winning on both ends. Lively is a massive athlete and potentially elite rim protector. Centers can feel interchangeable, making Lively a candidate to fall on draft night, but the Blazers are one of the few teams with a glaring need in the 5 spot.
Brice Sensabaugh will have to prove he can defend consistently at the next level, but the shot-making is off the charts. He scored with remarkable proficiency from just about everywhere on the floor for Ohio State. He can bully smaller guards in the post, he can light it up from mid-range, or he can bury the defense with a barrage of 3s. Brooklyn needs more offensive firepower and Sensabaugh appears ready to provide.
One of the youngest players in the draft, Bilal Coulibaly feels like a smart gamble for the Nets — or any team with multiple first-round picks. He’s a long, explosive athlete who already contributes bountifully on the defensive end. He has a long way to go offensively, but he finds ways to produce off cuts to the basket or by generating second-chance opportunities.
Check out our full scouting report on Bilal Coulibaly here.
The Rockets certainly appear to be planning major improvements to the roster this summer. Regardless of which direction the roster goes, however, better defense is a must. Rayan Rupert, one of the youngest players on the board, is a rangy athlete with a 7-foot-3 wingspan and a penchant for stops.
There are valid concerns about Jett Howard’s ability to hold up defensively, but it’s not for lack of effort. On the offensive end, he’s a 3-point sniper with size who flashes the potential to be more than a simple floor spacer. His high I.Q. and knack for off-ball movement and would make Howard a good fit for Steve Kerr’s complex, motion-oriented offense.
Colby Jones feels like a Miami Heat kind of guy. He’s a versatile defensive wing and underrated athlete who can contribute amply across the board. His 3-point numbers improved drastically as a junior and he’s a crafty finisher around the rim. He’s ready to contribute now and the Heat certainly lack bodies on the wing beyond Jimmy Butler.
Jalen Hood-Schifino has wowed scouts all season with his slippery shot creation and two-way upside. His iffy 3-point shooting could give the Lakers pause, but the talent oozes off the screen with Hood-Schifino and he would present tremendous upside as another ball-handler to grow alongside Austin Reaves in the backcourt.
A touted high school player who never quite lived up to the hype as a freshman at Duke, there are a lot of split opinions on Dariq Whitehead. Whether or not you believe in the return of his on-ball creation, the 18-year-old shot over 42 percent from deep. That alone should be enough to pique Utah’s interest.
Leonard Miller likely has a very wide draft range, but it’s hard not to be enamored with the physical gifts. His helter-skelter movement style suggests very intriguing upside as a creator and scorer for a 6-foot-10 forward. The Hawks showed similar interest in a big forward with ball skills when they selected Jalen Johnson a couple of years ago.
The Pelicans will be an elite offensive team if Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum are ever healthy at the same time. With three talented shot creators, all skilled in different areas of the floor, and a diverse assortment of complementary players around them — Trey Murphy improving by leaps and bounds, Larry Nance flying above the rim, Jonas Valanciunas filling the lane — it’s tantalizing to think about.
Jordan Hawkins would be another weapon in the arsenal. UConn’s national title run certainly helped Hawkins establish himself as not only a first-round pick but a potential lottery selection. He’s probably the best pure shooter on the board, and if any single NBA skill can guarantee relevance, it’s shooting.
He’s primed for success at the next level. His off-ball movement is tailored to the modern game; he can shoot gunning around screens or pulling up out of a DHO. Put him on the wing, with Trey Murphy on the opposite side, while Zion rumbles down the lane, and defenses are going to crack faster than a water-logged sidewalk after a good freeze.
It’s fair to question what exactly Hawkins offers beyond his shooting. He competes hard on defense but he’s a skinny 6-foot-5 wing, so the upside is limited. He doesn’t create his own offense either, but he makes up for it with constant motion and selfless passing. In the end, his ceiling may be lower than other lottery picks, but the Pelicans already have their primary creators. Hawkins’ job is to space the floor and accentuate New Orleans’ stars.
The Raptors’ roster-building emphasis on length and defensive versatility has left them lacking in other key areas. The team just didn’t shoot enough 3s to win the math game last season, and the lack of consistent perimeter shot creation outside of Fred VanVleet and Pascal Siakam — a big — certainly doesn’t feel like a recipe for success. To make matters worse, VanVleet is a free agent.
Keyonte George has his share of flaws. To start, he shot below 40 percent from the field at Baylor. Undersized score-first guards who shoot below 40 percent have, shall we say, a spotty track record in the NBA. The Raptors have generally avoided players in George’s mold too, which makes this feel like something of an odd fit on paper.
But, that’s precisely the issue. The Raptors can’t keep avoiding players like George. Toronto needs an injection of shot creation on the perimeter and George is more than capable of supplying it. The inefficiency is worrying, but he shoots an easy 3-ball and his general shot profile is promising. He gets to the rim frequently and doesn’t get caught up in endless parades of contested mid-range jumpers.
George doesn’t quite fit the point guard role right now, but he makes some nice passing reads out of the pick-and-roll and could progress to full-time ball-handling duties over time. For now, he’s a confident shooter and crafty slasher who could potentially revive an offense that feels dead in the water.
OKC has the luxury of depth at almost every position right now. One could argue the need for more size in the frontcourt, but oh yeah, Chet Holmgren’s on his way. The Thunder are patiently building toward greatness; this pick allows Sam Presti to add another quality contributor to the mix.
Cason Wallace might feel like a strange choice at first glance. Another guard? OKC has built its offensive identity around the contrasting styles and unique synergy of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Josh Giddey in the backcourt, so adding another ball-handler isn’t exactly priority number one.
That said, Wallace has a credible case to be the best prospect on the board here. And, to further his case, Wallace actually fits quite well with the aforementioned guards. Wallace is a smart playmaker who doesn’t turn the ball over, but he’s not primary engine material. He struggles to gain separation off the bounce and is much better suited to playing off of another ball-handler (or two). He shoots 3s well, possesses soft touch around the rim, and should provide important connective tissue to the Thunder’s offense.
What makes Wallace such a standout prospect, however, is his defense. Not many 6-foot-3 guards can build a lottery case on defense, but Wallace is the rare exception. He plays much bigger than his size, boasting a 6-foot-8 wingspan and impressive physicality at the point of attack. He carries similar appeal to a player like Davion Mitchell, who the Kings drafted despite already having two talented young guards on the roster. The difference? Wallace is much further along on the offensive end, and unlike Mitchell, he’s still young — a freshman with plenty of time to grow beyond current projections.
The lottery gods rule against Dallas and hand their first-round pick to New York, giving the Knicks — already in the second round of the playoffs — a chance to bolster their well-rounded rotation. Nick Smith Jr. will be viewed as a risk by some after injuries limited his playing time at Arkansas, but the talent level trumps those concerns. Before the season, Smith was pegged as a potential top-5 pick and the best prospect in college basketball. He can still live up to those faded expectations.
The Knicks have an elite primary playmaker in Jalen Brunson, as well as arguably the best bench guard in the NBA in Immanuel Quickley. Smith doesn’t fill a need in that sense, but he does provide a skill set that accentuates the players on New York’s roster. It’s easy to envision him sharing the floor with Brunson, forming a dynamic one-two punch in the backcourt.
Smith is an electric scorer, eviscerating defenders with a strong first step and evasive stop-start handles. He flows effortlessly into pull-up jumpers and has the kind of touch around the rim that makes it easy to project star-level upside, even if he didn’t flash much creation for others at Arkansas.
Erratic shooting numbers have dampened some of the excitement around Smith, but it’s easy to believe the touch around the rim will translate to reliable 3-point shooting in time. He’s a savvy cutter who knows how to operate without the basketball. Brunson and Julius Randle are capable of rewarding Smith’s efforts to get open. On the defensive end, he’s pesky — 6-foot-5 with a 6-foot-8 wingspan and some room to fill out his spindly frame.
Check out our full scouting report on Nick Smith Jr. here.
Utah has to be pleased with Talen Horton-Tucker’s production after the trade deadline and it’s too early to write the obituary on Collin Sexton’s career. That being said, Utah’s backcourt does feel like a primary area of need as the team builds around the frontcourt duo of Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler.
Anthony Black, another Arkansas guard, could be the direction Danny Ainge and company take. While his numbers don’t quite pop like some of his lottery counterparts, Black makes up for it with razor-sharp processing speeds and the ability to influence winning beyond the box score. He’s one of the smartest teenagers you’ll find.
The Jazz have already established a selfless, equitable offense built on ball movement. Black would further all of Will Hardy’s principles on the court; he’s a reactive passer who doesn’t dribble the air out of the ball. He makes snappy decisions on the fly and takes pride in elevating teammates.
Black can’t reliably create his own shots on the perimeter, but he’s a dynamic slasher with excellent size for his position at 6-foot-7. He will put pressure on the rim and punish the collapsing defense. On the opposite end of the floor, Black’s size affords him a measure of switchability and his intelligence is fully felt. He knows where to be and competes hard to generate stops and get out in transition, where he thrives.
Check out our full scouting report on Anthony Black here.
The Wizards have struggled to adequately play both sides of the ball during the Bradley Beal solo act era. Kristaps Porzingis is expected to return next season, giving the Wizards a towering shot-blocker in the paint. Add Jarace Walker to the mix and suddenly the Wizards have one of the most intimidating defensive frontcourts in the East.
It might take time for Walker to realize his potential; not many freshmen-turned-rookies are immediate high-level defenders. But the tools and defensive awareness are there. Walker, listed at 6-foot-8 with a 7-foot-2 wingspan, is built like a tank. He’s capable of guarding 1-5, possessing the lateral quickness to handle switches on the perimeter and the strength to wage battle in the post.
It’s hard to find a frontcourt running mate better suited to Walker’s specific strengths and weaknesses than Porzingis, and vice versa. Whereas Porzingis can struggle with physicality in certain matchups, Walker is an enforcer. Walker doesn’t shoot 3s consistently enough, but he’s a talented playmaker for his position who loves to operate from the elbow and attack downhill. Porzingis can camp out on the 3-point line and bomb deep 3s to spread the defense out.
The Walker-Beal two-man game could bear fruit offensively with Walker setting thundering screens and working DHOs. Projecting toward the postseason — and the Wizards, whether they should or not, clearly want to make the postseason — Walker is a viable small-ball 5 option in matchups that don’t favor Porzingis.
Check out our full scouting report on Jarace Walker here.
Taylor Hendricks appears to be trending upward in the NBA scouting world. It’s not hard to understand why. The 6-foot-9 freshman has Best Defender in the Draft potential; he joins Jarace Walker as one of the rare prospects who might actually be able to defend 1-5 in certain matchups.
Entering the season mostly off the radar at UCF, few prospects have risen more steeply than Hendricks. He’s an absolute monster on the defensive end, boasting a 7-foot-2 wingspan and remarkable shot-blocking instincts. His timing and awareness are uncommon for such a young player.
Let him roam off non-shooters and Hendricks will wreak havoc. Ask him to guard ball-handlers in space, and Hendricks is more than capable of mirroring their movements and suffocating the point of attack. He doesn’t possess the same upside offensively, but Hendricks is already an elite spot-up shooter. Turner can shoot too, meaning the Pacers would be able to go five-out around Tyrese Haliburton. Defenses would find themselves compromised very quickly.
Hendricks is a bouncy athlete who’s comfortable playing above the rim. He shows good instincts as a cutter, and few players are better equipped to reward active cutters than Haliburton. He doesn’t create his own offense and his ancillary skills are otherwise fairly limited, but sometimes it’s better to buy into the elite foundational skills and trust in the potential for future growth.
Gradey Dick does not adhere to the traditional profile of an Orlando Magic draft pick, but the fit is too strong to ignore. The biggest limitation in Orlando’s offense right now is 3-point shooting. Paolo Banchero went ice-cold from deep for half of last season and Markelle Fultz, for all his brilliance inside the arc, still gets cold feet behind the 3-point line.
The Magic would immediately have one of the top young shooters in the league. Dick’s mechanics are smooth, compact, effortless. He can rise up coming off screens, size up his man with a couple dribbles — the context seldom matters. Let him get a clean look at the rim, and Dick has strong odds of getting the ball through the net.
He’s an elite off-ball operator, constantly cutting and relocating to open space. He demands constant defensive attention and will open driving lanes for Orlando’s primary creators by simply being on the court. When Dick does touch the ball, he’s a reactive passer who delivers some impressive dimes.
While Dick lacks the burst and dribbling craft to consistently create his own offense, he’s an underrated vertical athlete who, at 6-foot-8, is capable of contorting his body for finishes at the rim. He will get exploited in certain matchups defensively due to his lack of strength, but he’s too big to pick on and he competes hard.
Check out our full scouting report on Gradey Dick here.
The Blazers like athletes. Anfernee Simons, Shaedon Sharpe, the Matisse Thybulle trade — Portland’s general philosophy is to invest in the physical tools and hope the skill level catches up eventually. So far the investments in Simons and Sharpe are going well, so there’s no reason to break the mold now.
Cam Whitmore is probably the best prospect left on the board here, for good measure. There’s reason to believe in his star-level upside precisely because of his athleticism. There are several top-shelf athletes at the top of the draft this year, but normally there would be more buzz around what Whitmore is able to accomplish acrobatically.
His production fluctuated at Villanova. He certainly wasn’t the most consistent lottery prospect. But at 6-foot-7 and 230 pounds, Whitmore can simply fly. His elite first step, quick-twitch athleticism, and remarkable aerial finishes at the rim should have Portland convinced. He handles the ball fluidly in traffic and is difficult to stop once he’s rumbling toward the rim. If he can get more comfortable creating his own shot, he has a path to All-Star productivity.
Whitmore is also an elite defensive prospect for many of the same reasons. He can make plays in passing lanes or around the rim with his length and explosiveness. Meanwhile, he figures to develop into a legitimate wing-stopper if he commits to it. He needs to get more consistent from 3 and he will have to actualize the more theoretical aspects of his projected skill set, but Whitmore has every tool for NBA success.
Check out our full scouting report on Cam Whitmore here.
Will the Rockets’ priorities be revealed on draft night? There has been a lot of buzz around Houston’s potential to acquire multiple stars in the offseason in a bid to contend sooner than later. James Harden is the obvious centerpiece of those rumors; if he’s coming home, does Houston really need another guard?
It gets tricky for the Rockets here, with so many quality guards available. Ausar Thompson has separated himself from the field with top-tier athleticism, playmaking, and defensive versatility. He’d be a tremendous running mate for Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr., but the Rockets start to run out of touches and opportunities if Harden joins the fold.
So, that being said, don’t be shocked if the Rockets take a gander at some of the wings or forwards in this range (Whitmore, Walker, Dick, Hendricks). If Houston is less confident in Harden’s return than some of the national buzz seems to indicate, then Thompson feels like the right pick — another playmaking engine to bolster the offense while also strengthening the perimeter defense.
At 6-foot-7, Thompson does offer a fair amount of positional flexibility regardless of who joins him on the roster next season. His elite first step makes it difficult to keep Thompson out of the paint, while his vision as a passer combined with his penchant for acrobatic finishes at the rim allows him to consistently punish the collapsing defense. He’s a very intelligent young player and a potentially generational athlete. The primary concern is shooting. If Thompson doesn’t demand attention on the perimeter, he will struggle to provide value away from the ball on offense.
Check out our full scouting report on Ausar Thompson here.
Amen Thompson will be on the extremely short list of best athletes in the NBA come next season. The dude’s an absolute blur, whizzing by defenders with his elite first step before contorting his body for unfathomable finishes at the rim. He’s not the same player, but it’s fair to think of Thompson’s potential value as somewhat in line with Ja Morant on offense. He just can’t be kept out of the paint, even with an iffy 3-point stroke.
The Spurs have rumored interest in the Thompson twins and beyond that, it’s hard to imagine a better place for Thompson to realize his potential. The jumper is a major hurdle, but the Spurs have the best shooting development track record of any franchise. At 6-foot-7, Thompson would also join a remarkably versatile group of athletes at the center of San Antonio’s rebuild. Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, Jeremy Sochan — all of these guys can defend multiple positions and play different areas of the floor offensively.
The Spurs have some very talented pieces on the roster, but Thompson is a true franchise cornerstone — the kind of high-level playmaker who can elevate those around him and provide the foundation for a competitive team. He also gets the unique privilege of learning the ropes from Gregg Popovich. Thompson will face added questions about his transition to the NBA because of where he spent last season, essentially facing high school competition in the Overtime Elite league. If ever there was a place to learn the ins and outs of NBA basketball, it’s San Antonio.
Thompson should be very good, very quickly. He would be the crown jewel of the Spurs’ rebuild up to this point, giving San Antonio its first clear path to contention in the post-Kawhi era. It would also be interesting to see what Popovich does with such an explosive, highlight-reel athlete. That’s not generally the type of star you associate with Spurs basketball.
Check out our full scouting report on Amen Thompson here.
Scoot Henderson feels like a potential mega-value steal for any team that gets him in the No. 3 slot. Billed all season as the Wembanyama consolation prize, Henderson has a mountainous individual ceiling of his own. The Bulls, who don’t get their pick if it lands outside the top-4, can’t ask for a much better outcome than this.
The Bulls have some soul-searching to do this summer after another disappointing season. Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan are brilliant offensive players, and sure, Lonzo Ball’s extended health crisis was an unforeseen setback as far as roster construction. But, to state it plainly, this team is not built to contend, nor is it currently built for a proper rebuild.
A “proper” rebuild doesn’t matter as much when you luck into a prospect of Henderson’s caliber. He has the potential to make many All-Star teams over the next decade. Exploding down the lane with unmatched strength and aggression for his size, Henderson is an intimidating challenge for even the best defenders. His shooting efficiency wavered at times with the G-League Ignite, but he’s a capable three-level scorer with advanced playmaking chops. So long as he can refine his shot selection, very little stands in the way of Henderson and stardom.
At 6-foot-2, there will be some natural defensive concerns with Henderson. He plays with unfettered confidence and a genuine fire. He wants to get stops and has the strength to stonewall ball-handlers on the perimeter. And yet, there’s only so much a player can do at 6-foot-2 in the NBA. He will get targeted, especially in the playoffs.
Check out our full scouting report on Scoot Henderson here.
There’s more than enough smoke to suggest a fire here. The Pistons have been explicitly linked to Brandon Miller before and the NBA world in general appears to hold a very high opinion of the Alabama freshman. A subpar NCAA Tournament run may have diminished some of the hype around Miller, but he still feels like a strong candidate to surpass Henderson as the No. 2 pick on draft night.
For Detroit, there are fit-based motivations to select Miller over Henderson. Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey are two innately talented ball-handlers who figure to be the centerpieces of Detroit’s offense moving forward. Meanwhile, the Pistons’ wing rotation is quite thin after the Saddiq Bey trade.
Miller, at 6-foot-9, is the kind of player NBA teams tend to covet nowadays. He has positional size, defensive versatility, and a buttery 3-point shot. Even if his ceiling is never realized, Miller has a high floor and it’s easy to project the fit next to Detroit’s other core pieces.
There is, however, significant upside with Miller. He improved drastically as a finisher at the rim over the course of his lone season at Alabama, and he dropped some staggering passes for a player his size. If he can continue to tap into his playmaking while diversifying his self-creation, then it’s not terribly hard to understand the appeal of Miller in this spot.
Check out our full scouting report on Brandon Miller here.
There has been talk of Charlotte “not deserving” the No. 1 pick based on years of mismanagement. And sure, the Hornets felt, for long stretches of last season, like the most directionless franchise in basketball. Short-sighted moves have held them back in recent years. Firing a promising young coach for the coach you fired a few years back doesn’t feel like the move of a well-managed team.
And yet, the Hornets started to play quality defense down the stretch of last season — correcting perhaps their biggest weakness from the James Borrego era. They’re the team that was smart enough to draft LaMelo Ball third overall when there was a real chance he would’ve slipped further. And suddenly, with Wembanyama in the mix, Charlotte has the most exciting young duo in basketball and a very clear path out of NBA purgatory.
Wembanyama is probably the best prospect since LeBron James, and for once that statement isn’t a vast over-exaggeration. At 7-foot-4, he’s capable of nimbly navigating traffic off the dribble and creating his own shot at all three levels. His jumper is pure, his footwork is in rare air for such a tall human, and he’s a good passer for his position.
Then there’s the defensive end, where — and excuse me while I cackle loudly — his 8-foot wingspan poses quite the rim deterrent for opposing offenses. He moves his feet well in space, he can recover better than any 7-footer because of his absurd length, and he’s going to be a perennial DPOY candidate so long as he’s healthy and engaged. The lack of strength is a concern, but more often than not Wemby makes up for it by just reaching further. He would put Charlotte on the map.
Check out our full scouting report on Victor Wembanyama here.
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