NBA mock draft roundup: The latest projections for Sixers with 16th pick

NBA mock draft roundup: The latest projections for Sixers with 16th pick originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia

There’s now a little over two weeks until Night 1 of this year’s two-day NBA draft.

What do the latest mock drafts say about who the Sixers might take with the 16th pick? Here’s our second 2024 roundup:

Jonathan Wasserman, Bleacher Report

Isaiah Collier, USC

Wasserman: “Listed as 6’5″ by USC, Isaiah Collier measured 6’2.5″ (socks) with a near 6’5″ wingspan at the NBA combine. He also didn’t shoot that well during drills, and teams will be looking closely into his almost set jump shot during workouts.

“Still, the draw to Collier is his shiftiness for creativity, physicality attacking and finishing and live-dribble passing skill. Teams that think his jump shot and decision-making should improve will see more upside than those worried about his low-volume three-point numbers and turnovers.

“But even teams that have those concerns may be interested in Collier’s ability to break down defenses, make plays off the bounce and put pressure on the rim.”

Sam Vecenie, The Athletic

Isaiah Collier, USC 

Vecenie: “Many around the league believe the 76ers could move their first-round pick to get immediate help. … If the 76ers keep the pick, Collier offers some upside. He started the season on fire and looked like a candidate to be the No. 1 pick, but he tailed off as USC’s season fell apart due to struggling with turnovers and defense. He also hurt his hand and missed time. Once he returned, he took the Pac-12 by storm, averaging 18.7 points and 4.3 assists over his final seven games while shooting 46.3 percent from the field and 35.7 percent from 3. … Collier is an impressive downhill threat who lives in the paint and has the wherewithal to hit kickout passes and dump-offs.

“However, Collier did not test or measure well at the combine, and evaluators wonder how well his finishing and power-based game will translate to the NBA given that factor.”

The 19-year-old Collier’s blend of strength and craftiness is intriguing. His free throw shooting was decidedly subpar for a lead guard at 67.3…

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Publish date : 2024-06-10 17:39:19

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