2020 NBA Mock Draft Version 2.0: How things changed 20 games in
38. Illinois. Ayo Dosunmu. 15. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. Guard. player
Despite being a sophomore in an absolutely loaded point guard class, Ayo Dosunmu has made major strides in his second year at Illinois and has subsequently shot up draft boards. This season, Dosumnu is averaging 16.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game on 51 percent shooting from the field and 32 percent from range while adding 1.1 steals. His long range shot still remains a question, however, his two-way skills and ability to get to the rack will help him get drafted with a mid-round pick.
The Magic will finally be able to draft a suitable point guard after years of searching for one. Although maybe not a lottery pick, Dosunmu may be the player that propels the Magic from a borderline playoff contender to a team that is in the mix every year.
Draft Stock Trend: +6
66. Scouting Report. Gaurd. France. Theo Maledon. 16. player. Pick Analysis
A theme likely to continue throughout the pre-draft process, the abundant population of point guards will shuffle in order constantly. Theo Maledon was the 11th pick in the last PAE mock, yet he slides to 16 in this mock. Maledon is a very high ceiling player, which is something the Suns should look to exploit at a position of need.
In 4 EuroLeague games this season, Maledon has posted averages of 5.5 points, 1.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists on 44% shooting from the field and 37.5% from range in a very limited 15 minutes per game. His efficiency in his play is admirable, considering that he is playing in what is arguably the second best league in the world. Maledon’s distribution and three point skills could be a very nice compliment to Devin Booker in Phoenix’s backcourt.
Draft Stock Trend: -5
Pick Analysis. Guard . Duke. player. 125. Scouting Report. Tre Jones. 17
(Pick Via Brooklyn Nets)
On first glance, Tre Jones’ decision to return to Duke for his sophomore season seemed like a horrendous career move. He was a projected first round selection and the NBA class of 2020 is much deeper at the point than 2019 was. However, the decision is working out for him so far. Jones would be a great fit behind Trae Young in Atlanta as a facilitator of a young and very talented second unit.
This season at Duke, Jones is averaging 15.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 7 assists per game on 40 percent shooting from the field and 32.1 percent from three. His efficiency will need to improve if he wants to surpass some of the other point guard prospects in this class, however, Atlanta would be a great fit for both parties.
Draft Stock Trend: +6
Tyrese Maxey. player. 86. Scouting Report. Guard. Kentucky. 18. Pick Analysis
Minnesota has been a very pleasant surprise this season, largely thanks to the re-emergence of Andrew Wiggins. With very good young players at the 2,3, and 5, the power forward and point guard positions must be addressed next. Barring a trade, the Wolves should look to improve the guard position by adding Kentucky’s Tyrese Maxey.
Maxey is technically a combo guard, which should not be a problem in the modern NBA. In fact, many teams today prefer a combo guard at the reigns due to the sheer fact that they tend to be better shooters and are more versatile. Enter Maxey, an absolute sharpshooter who could come in and immediately aid the Wolves.
His averages of 16 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.8 assists on shooting splits of 47.6 percent from the field and 34.5 percent from three are too good of a fit for the competing young Timberwolves to pass on.