8. Sacramento Kings: Henry Ellenson
Since the day they first drafted DeMarcus Cousins, back in 2010, the Sacramento Kings have been desperately seeking to acquire the perfect front court piece to play alongside him. This might be the year that they finally solve the problem and find themselves as a playoff contender as a result.
Henry Ellenson, out of Marquette is an offensive dream next to Boogie Cousins. His ability to create for himself and others in the low-post, as well as step out and knock down long range shots, makes him the right choice for the Kings with the 8th pick.
Ellenson shares Boogies weakness defensively, as neither is very nimble when trying to defend mobile post players. The Kings have the right piece available to them mid-way through the lottery, and I have to imagine they’ll pull the trigger on Ellenson.
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