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2017 NBA Draft Big Board: Top 10 ceiling and floor rankings; Top 50 overall rankings

By Miles Jamieson

Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /
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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 /

3. Jayson Tatum, F, Duke

Jayson Tatum is a professional scorer. He doesn’t have NBA three-point range yet, but he should be able to develop that based on his shooting stroke and solid mid-range game. Tatum’s biggest issue is his defensive abilities.

If he doesn’t improve as a defender, he’ll still be a valuable piece to a team. He might not be a starter, but he’ll be a great sixth man off the bench. Even if Tatum doesn’t improve, he could still be an average starter at small forward.

The NBA has a wing shortage, which is why Tatum is a hot commodity in this year’s draft.

4. Josh Hart, G, Villanova

Josh Hart is one of the safest players in the draft. He’s not an elite talent or athlete, but he’s the classic jack of all trades, master of none prospect. Hart won’t beat anyone with speed or quickness, but he’ll win with savvy, skills, and effort.

Hart is a good shooter, scorer, ball-handler, rebounder and defender. He doesn’t excel in any area, but his versatility is his greatest strength. He’ll be ready to contribute to a team right away.