2018 NBA Mock Draft first round plus OKC Thunder picks
Robinson projects to be an even more athletic DeAndre Jordan with the potential for more offensive tools. There are major gaps in his game though such as poor free-throw shooting and he hasn’t been able to stretch his shot out. Still, for his role, the floor spacing won’t be required. His motor has been questioned but with the right coach that can be hopefully be fixed.
"Without a season of college ball teams are left to rely on Robinson’s private workouts with them to decipher his potential. That said the big man is extremely athletic and is expected to be a rim protector and shot blocker. His athleticism is compared to players like DeAndre Jordan or Hassan Whiteside. This then extends to the belief he’ll be a strong paint presence with the ability to dunk lobs and block shots."
Full preview: After a year off NBA Draft prospect Mitchell Robinson leaves us guessing
Team needs:
The Lakers offseason won’t be determined by the draft unless it’s accompanied by a trade that lands them one of their coveted free agent superstars. To that end, currently, the roster has copious gaps but it feels almost like an exercise in futility to make a commitment over needs when everything could change with a finger snap.
Free Agents:
- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (UFA)
- Channing Frye (UFA)
- Andre Ingram (RFA)
- Brook Lopez (UFA)
- Gary Payton Jr (RFA 2-way FA)
- Julius Randle (RFA)
- Isaiah Thomas (UFA)
- Travis Wear (RFA)
Picks in 2018 NBA Draft:
First Round: 25th
Second Round: 38th and 47th