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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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Mar 26, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard De’Aaron Fox (0) drives against North Carolina Tar Heels forward Theo Pinson (left) in the first half during the finals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 26, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard De’Aaron Fox (0) drives against North Carolina Tar Heels forward Theo Pinson (left) in the first half during the finals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Sacramento Kings select De’Aaron Fox: PG – Kentucky

I’m not as high on De’Aaron Fox as the rest of the draft community, but I like his fit in Sacramento. They could use a point guard, and he has elite upside. If Fox fixes his jump shot, he could be the best player in this draft.

His elite size and athleticism will make him a defensive presence and tough to stop in the fast break. The Kings need a guard that can play defense because of Buddy Hield’s defensive limitations. I’d take Fox if I was Vlade Divac.

6. Orlando Magic select Jayson Tatum: SF – Duke

Jayson Tatum is one of the safest players in the draft. He’s a combo forward, but some see him as a bit of a tweener. The one issue with Tatum is his defensive potential. If he can bulk up to defend stretch fours while keeping his quickness to defend most small forwards, he could become a 2-way star.

Tatum is already a professional scorer. His three-point shot isn’t perfect yet, but it’s well on its way. Orlando could use a small forward with Tatum’s scoring prowess.