2017 NBA Draft: Ranking the 10 most NBA-ready prospects

Mar 19, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives to the basket against South Carolina Gamecocks forward Maik Kotsar (21) during the first half in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 24, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Malik Monk (5) drives to the basket agains tUCLA Bruins guard Bryce Alford (20) in the first half during the semifinals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Malik Monk, G, Kentucky

Draft Projection: Top 10

I have my reservations when it comes to Malik Monk, but if there’s one thing that he can do, it’s score. And shoot the lights out. While scoring doesn’t always translate to the next level, shooting almost always does. Or, at least, should.

That’s why I feel Monk will be a guy that you can just slot right into your bench or rotation.

What The Experts Say:

"[via The Step Back] Monk is the best pure shooter in the draft. He’s small for a two-guard, and doesn’t do much outside of scoring, but he has outstanding athleticism and intangibles."

Interestingly, I also believe there is serous bust potential for Monk in the NBA. Although, one thing that he’ll always be able to do is score. That I’m sure of.