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2018 NBA Mock Draft first round plus OKC Thunder picks

By Tamberlyn Richardson

TOPSHOT - Real Madrid's Slovenian Luka Doncic (R) celebrates with team mate Real Madrid's French forward Fabien Causeur their team's 85-80 win in the Euroleague Final Four finals basketball match between Real Madrid and Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul at The Stark Arena in Belgrade on May 20, 2018. (Photo by Andrej ISAKOVIC / AFP) (Photo credit should read ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP/Getty Images)
TOPSHOT - Real Madrid's Slovenian Luka Doncic (R) celebrates with team mate Real Madrid's French forward Fabien Causeur their team's 85-80 win in the Euroleague Final Four finals basketball match between Real Madrid and Fenerbahce Dogus Istanbul at The Stark Arena in Belgrade on May 20, 2018. (Photo by Andrej ISAKOVIC / AFP) (Photo credit should read ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP/Getty Images) /
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93. . SF. Cedevita. Dzanan Musa. 26. player

There are questions about his consistency, but his ability to score (especially when hot) is unquestionable. He’ll thrive on a fast-paced squad with other options and be a good fit in Philly should they lose some of the veteran snipers.

"For all of his faults, Musa is still one of the most gifted scorers in this NBA draft. At 6’9”, he has a lightning quick jumper that he can get off any time he wants, with the range to back him up. Furthermore, he has a solid handle and can create his shot with unsettling ease for someone his size."

Full preview: Dzanan Musa – The Streakiest Scorer in Europe

Team needs:

Much will depend on whether the 76ers brain trust believes they can successfully lure one of Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, or Paul George to Philly. The 76ers are one of the few teams (Boston) who are competitive while also have salary flexibility to add star contracts. That said, they enter the draft with reportedly their coach making the draft decision on five picks which is somewhat unusual given Brett Brown has never held a front-office position.

Like many teams, the direction the 76ers take will be done somewhat blindly without knowing if these top-notch free agents will be open to signing with them. Moreover, the pursuit of these stars, if unsuccessful could also make retaining their existing free agents problematic.

As it is the 76ers are stellar at the point and center. Their greatest concern will be wings particularly if they lose all the free agents or need to ship out some players in order to obtain a top star.

Free Agents:

Picks in 2018 NBA Draft:

First Round: 10th and 26th

Second Round: 38th, 56th, and 60th

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