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2017 NBA Mock Draft 5.0: Malik Monk, OG Anunoby fall

By Miles Jamieson

Mar 19, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts after a three point basket during the first half in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) reacts after a three point basket during the first half in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 14, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward OG Anunoby (3) brings the ball up court during the first half of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 14, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward OG Anunoby (3) brings the ball up court during the first half of a game against the Michigan State Spartans at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

21. Oklahoma City Thunder select OG Anunoby: SF/PF – Indiana

OG Anunoby is one of the best athletes in the draft. He’s a boom-or-bust prospect with extremely high upside. He’s coming off of a torn ACL, which should cause him to slide in the draft. But if he regains his athleticism, he’ll be a freak. Anunoby is a work in progress, and will need to be developed properly to maximize his potential.

He’s already a defensive presence, but doesn’t have an offensive repertoire to help him earn a starting job. If Oklahoma City is willing to be patient, Anunoby could be one of the steals of the draft if he becomes an offensive force.

22. Brooklyn Nets select John Collins: PF/C – Wake Forrest

John Collins will probably get drafted higher than this, but I’m not a huge fan of his game. He’s a skilled prospect and has starter potential, but I worry that he’s a center in a power forward’s body. He doesn’t have elite range, which makes me worry that he can only play as a center. If he expands his shooting range, then I’ll admit that I’m wrong.

The Nets need help throughout their team. They’re the laughingstock of the NBA. Collins would be a nice piece on their team and could develop into a starter down the road.