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I went back and forth a dozen times on who to go with at No. 1. Big picture, I’m betting on the uncertainty of this year’s draft class leading to an unsuspecting player winding up as the best pick — and for that player to get taken outside of the top five. Knecht is the choice. Knecht is beating guys at 2, 3 and 4 by millimeters, effectively. I’m gambling on picking him to be the best NBA player of 2024’s draft class because of his dead-eye aim, his size, confidence, toughness and ability to be a flame thrower in the NBA. Knecht’s fit could be paramount (I acknowledge this is a stretch to project him having the best career of the bunch) to meeting his potential. The shot will translate, as will his turbo motor and confrontational athleticism. He’s got range on defense and is a vocal presence on the floor. There were stretches last season when he threatened Zach Edey’s claim to being the most impactful player in college hoops. Bet on scoring, bet on shooters, bet on big wings who pile up points in bunches. Bet on Dalton Knecht. CBS Sports’ prospect rank: 6 | Position rank: 2
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Author : Matt Norlander
Publish date : 2024-06-19 17:07:08
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