As the countdown to the 2018 NBA Draft nears, here is your best tool to learning about each of the prospects.
The writing team at Thunderous Intentions has been extremely busy writing prospect previews for the top 60 ranked athletes. Although the rankings have shuffled TI used the ESPN/DraftExpress listing. The final cut-off we used represented the following 60 players.
1. Deandre Ayton:
Deandre Ayton has the skill-set to be the next generational big man
2. Luka Doncic:
Luka Doncic – Human Rorschach Test
3. Marvin Bagley:
Marvin Bagley III has talent and potential to be top pick
4. Jaren Jackson Jr.
Prospect Jaren Jackson Jr. – The quintessential modern big
5. Mohamed Bamba
Mohamed Bamba: The ultimate boom or bust prospect
6. Trae Young
The enigma Trae Young – deciphering guard’s superstar potential
7. Wendell Carter Jr.
Wendell Carter Jr. could be next Nikola Jokic
8. Michael Porter Jr.
Michael Porter Jr. prospect profile: Backing up the bravadot
9. Colin Sexton
Collin Sexton draws intriguing pro comparisons
10. Mikal Bridges
Mikal Bridges prospect profile: A bridge to success
11. Miles Bridges
Miles Bridges the sophomore sensation
12. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander offers elite role player potential
13. Lonnie Walker IV
Lonnie Walker IV: Energetic prospect draws Corey Brewer comparison
14. Robert Williams
Translating Robert Williams raw defensive tools into pro success
15. Kevin Knox
School of hard Knox -Kevin Knox is ready to prove he is pro ready
16. Zharie Smith
Prospect Zhaire Smith projects to be an offensive Andre Roberson
17. Aaron Holiday
Guard Aaron Holiday brings strong lineage to pros
18. Jerome Robinson
Playmaking sharpshooter Jerome Robinson climbs ranking lists
19. Troy Brown
Troy Brown offers youth and versatility with major upside
20. Dzanan Musa
Dzanan Musa – The Streakiest Scorer in Europe
21. Kevin Hunter
Kevin Huerter stock rises after stellar combine performance
22. Elie Okobo
Frenchman Elie Okobo could be the hidden gem in this class
23. Keita Bates-Diop
Keita Bates-Diop – talented prospect with imperfect fit at pro level
24. Mitchell Robinson III
After a year off NBA Draft prospect Mitchell Robinson leaves us guessing
25. De’Anthony Melton
De’Anthony Melton – The road back from NCAA scandal
26. Josh Okogie
Guard Josh Okogie skillset parallels Robert Covington
27. Donte DiVincenzo
Scrappy NBA Draft prospect Donte DiVincenzo refuses to be ignored
28. Grayson Allen
Grayson Allen – Prototypical Duke shooting talent
29. Jacob Evans
Jacob Evans is potentially the best value pick of 2018 class
30. Khyri Thomas
Khyri Thomas the definitive 2-way role player
Related: Top 15 NBA Draft picks in OKC Thunder franchise history
Second Round
31. Bruce Brown
Bruce Brown sophomore regression is cause for concern
32. Melvin Frazier
Athletic Melvin Frazier is ultimate risk versus reward prospect
33. Chandler Hurchison
Chandler Hutchison’s hard work equals metamorphic rise
34. Jevon Carter
Jevon Carter is a potential backup point guard for Thunder to target
35. Jalen Brunson
Mr. Steady Jalen Brunson offers reliable skillset worthy of Presti magic deal
36. Moritz Wager
Mortiz Wager checks boxes of OKC Thunder frontcourt needs
37. Hamidou Diallo
Hamidou Diallo rolled the dice and lost
38. Anfernee Simons
Anfernee Simons – the wild card
39. Gary Trent Jr.
Gary Trent Jr. could be perimeter sniper OKC Thunder need
40. Shake Milton
Shake Milton hopes to play close to home in Oklahoma
41. Justin Jackson
Justin Jackson wants out of the shadows
42. Rodions Kurucs
Rodions Kurucs seeks to prove his assets are more than projections
43. Omari Spellman
Omari Spellman tantalizing skillset and upside are ideal for OKC
44. Devonte’ Graham
Devonte Graham is perfect fit for the OKC Thunder
45. Chimezie Metu
Chimezie Metu -raw skillset could project into 2-way capabilities
46. Kevin Hervey
Kevin Hervey arrives with injury prone reputation
47. Malik Newman
Hello Newman – Malik seeks to make a name for himself
48. Rawle Alkins
Rawle Alkins – An Old-school wing
49. Landry Shamet
Landry Shamet offers Harden-esque capabilities for OKC
50. Devon Hall
Senior sniper Devon Hall could fill OKC perimeter needs
51. Ray Spalding
Ray Spalding – A work in progress
52. Trevon Duval
Trevon Duval: Low-floor point guard
53. Tony Carr
Tony Carr could be the next two-way guard in OKC
54. Isaac Bonga
Isaac Bonga needs more time to develop
55. Jarred Vanderbilt
Jarred Vanderbilt – Built for OKC Thunder
56. Gary Clark
Gary Clark projects to have Mr. Thunder-like skill set
57. Kostas Antetokounmpo
Why OKC Thunder should pick the baby freak Kostas Antetokounmpo
58. Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk
Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk is set to be a sharp shooting sixth man
59. DJ Hogg
D.J. Hogg is a low risk high reward prospect
60. Alize Johnson
2-way versatility adds to intrigue of Alize Johnson
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Hope you enjoy the NBA Draft. Be sure to stay close to your phones and computers as the TI team will be on the spot to bring you updates on the picks and happenings from draft night. Enjoy!