NBA Draft 2014: Top 10 Forward Prospects

Feb 18, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Rodney Hood (5) shoots over Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets forward Quinton Stephens (12) in the second half at Hank McCamish Pavilion. Duke won 68-51. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Shirey-USA TODAY Sports

8. Dario Saric– Saric is an excellent all-around offensive player that has the passing ability of a guard. Saric is a terrific rebounding forward that can play either spot. The concern with Saric is whether he can develop a consistent three-point shot and if he will stay in front of his man. Saric can have a terrific NBA career if he continues to work on his shot. Expect Saric to go as high as 12th or as low as 18th.

NBA Comparison: Hedo Turkoglu/Lamar Odom

7. Rodney Hood– The Duke-product is a terrific shooter (42 percent on 3’s), the question is what else is he very good at? Hood has an incredibly smooth mid-range as well and can post up smaller defenders. Hood who is a tad above 6’8″ and has the versatility to guard multiple positions. While Hood can improve on creating his own offense, the worst case you get from him is a good outside shooter. Hood can go anywhere between No. 9 and 18.

NBA Comparison: Rashard Lewis/Thaddeus Young