DipoTime's Mock Draft

I realize that most people have Porter as a lock to go to Cleveland or even earlier, but everybody knows that drafts never go according to plan. The way Porter plays can almost put you to sleep at times. He is so good at everything, yet nothing really stands out. I feel like this can cause some concern for teams when evaluating his potential. He has tremendous size and length but he isnt a great athlete and he needs to bulk up as well. He shot really well from the field and shows promise as a jumpshooter, but his form has people concerned. His instincts and intangibles on both ends are fantastic. He really understands the game and is capable of impacting it in several different ways. Hopefully he continues to develop and turns into a jack of all trades all star type of player. I wouldnt be surprised if he was more of a glue guy though. So much talk of New Orleans getting an upgrade at the 1 or 5, but they really need a 3. Vazquez and Roberts can at least hold down the 1 another year or two while Lopez is solid down low. They also like to go smaller at times with Anderson and Davis down low, so Porter would be a great fit on the perimeter. Other options are Bennett, Len, Shabazz, and Zeller.

Here is my guy! I really think this guy is getting slept on as far as potential goes. I know that his stock has done nothing but go up like crazy this season, but people are still saying his ceiling is limited with his best case scenario being a glue guy with hustle and defense. Is he a 2 or a 3? I understand why people think he plays like a 3, but does it really matter? I mean look at Tony Allen (who some people think he compares to) He is 6'4 and listed as a 2 but he guards the 1,2, and 3 depending on matchups. That is how I see Oladipo on defense, but on offense his potential is a lot higher. His game translates so much better to the NBA with his speed and athleticism. He could get 10 a game as a rookie just off of easy points. Layups, dunks, putbacks, transition buckets, and open jumpers. He rarely forces the offense, he is incredibly smart on both ends of the floor, and his athleticism is so much more than straight line speed and hops. He had explosion, he has lateral quickness, he has strength and durability, and the best part is that he knows how and when to use it all. I haven't even mentioned why Detroit needs him! They need perimeter help as most people know. I could definitely see them going after a true point and having Knight being a combo guard. I just think the best option would be to go for the ultra athletic, do it all defensive stopper on the wing in Oladipo. Other options include Porter, Bennett, and Shabazz.

Everyone should know by now the Pekovic is a free agent. He will be a major target for several teams this summer and will most likely command a lot of money. Throw in the injuries and surgeries for Love and all of a sudden Minnesota is looking weak down low. If they resign Pek then this pick is up in the air, but I just dont see them shelling out that kind of money that other teams will be willing to pay him. Len is big, long, athletic, young, and shows a lot of promise on both ends of the court. He doesnt quite get it just yet, but if he figures it out, he could be a legit starting center in the league. He really reminds me so much of Meyers Leonard. He is going to take a few years most likely, but he should at least be solid. Other picks could include just about anybody. You never know with Minnesota. There are a lot of big guys to target here, and they could also trade down and get a similar player a lot later, like Dieng for example. Dont be surprised if they reach for an international player with upside like Adetokoubo, Saric, or Gobert. Any of those guys could probably fit into the team too.