5. Cody Zeller
Mar 28, 2013; Washington, D.C., USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Cody Zeller (40) runs onto the court for warmups before the game against the Syracuse Orange during the semifinals of the East regional of the 2013 NCAA Tournament at the Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
The rundown
Indiana was one of the top teams in the country last year with Zeller, at the beginning of the year, thought to be a potential top pick in this draft. His stock slipped some but most still believe he can be a good pro who is ready to contribute soon. He averaged 16.5 points and 8.1 rebounds per game last year.
How the Thunder can get him?
Zeller could fall to the Thunder at No. 12 but most mocks have him going a few picks higher.
How he will fit in with the Thunder?
Zeller could definitely be a future starting center in this league. By the time Kendrick Perkins’ contract runs out, he may be ready to step into his place with OKC. He can score some around the rim and tested as one of the best athletes at he combine, which would be gladly welcomed in OKC.
NBA comparison
LaMarcus Aldridge and Al Horford but not quite as good as either.