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2017 NBA Mock Draft: A Football Guy’s Attempt

ByJon Dove|
Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) shoots the ball as UCLA Bruins guard Aaron Holiday (3) defends during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. UCLA won 107-66. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) shoots the ball as UCLA Bruins guard Aaron Holiday (3) defends during the second half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. UCLA won 107-66. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
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March 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; Creighton Bluejays center Justin Patton (23) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament against the Rhode Island Rams at Golden 1 Center. The Rams won 84-72. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
March 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; Creighton Bluejays center Justin Patton (23) during the second half in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament against the Rhode Island Rams at Golden 1 Center. The Rams won 84-72. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

26. Portland Trailblazers- Anzejs Pasecniks, SF, Latvia

Anzejs Pasecniks is described as a lesser version of Kristpas Prozigas and would represent a euro-stash pick. The Trailblazers have three 1st round picks and don’t have the room to add all of them to their current roster.

This is one of the reasons why the draft and stash prospects have become so popular. Portland could add a talent like Pasecniks and wait for him to develop while getting minutes in Europe.

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27. Brooklyn Nets- Justin Patton, C, Creighton

This is another case where the Brooklyn Nets grab a player with a ton of upside. Justin Patton isn’t a finished product, but has flashed the ability to be an effective scorer. The Nets have the minutes to allow Patton to develop on the court.

28. Los Angeles Lakers- Semi Ojeleye, SF/PF, SMU

If the Lakers land Paul George, like in this mock draft, they might have to give up more than the No. 2 pick. It’s possible that Julius Randle or Larry Nance Jr. are included in the package. This would open some minute at the power forward position.

Semi Ojeleye is a physical player who is an underrated shooter. He is someone who will compete on the boards and bring some offensive value.

29. San Antonio Spurs- Jonah Bolden, PF, Australia

The San Antonio Spurs rotinely find players at the end of the draft who can contribute and fit their roster. Jonah Bolden is a stretch 4 who would take some pressure off of LaMarcus Aldridge. Bolden could also serve as Aldridge’s replacement should his time in San Antonio continue to go poorly.

30. Utah Jazz- Isaiah Hartenstein, PF, Germany

This is another draft and stash player who has some real upside. The Jazz don’t have much room on their roster– especially for two late 1st round rookies. They could allow Hartenstein to continue playing oversees and develop.

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