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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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Apr 3, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Justin Jackson (44) dunks against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Josh Perkins (13) in the championship game of the 2017 NCAA Men’s Final Four at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Steppig/NCAA Photos/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports
Apr 3, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Justin Jackson (44) dunks against Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Josh Perkins (13) in the championship game of the 2017 NCAA Men’s Final Four at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Steppig/NCAA Photos/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports /

7. Josh Jackson, F, Kansas

Josh Jackson has elite potential and he’s also a safe player. Even if he doesn’t improve his inconsistent jump shot, he’ll be a solid starter in the NBA. Jackson is a great playmaker and passer as a small forward, which is an extremely rare skill set.

He’s an elite athlete that will make his money as a lockdown defender that can guard multiple positions. When Jackson gets stronger, he should be able to guard every position except centers. That skill set is extremely valuable and coveted in today’s NBA.

His high ceiling and high floor should make him a top five pick in the draft.

8. Justin Jackson, F, North Carolina

Justin Jackson is one of the few first round prospects that stayed in school for multiple years. He clearly made the right choice. Jackson improved every year at North Carolina, culminating in a championship last season.

He improved as a three-point shooter last year. Jackson has the potential to be a 3-and-D player in the pros. He won’t be a star, but should be a solid contributor. Jackson is ready to play right away. He won’t need much time to acclimate himself to the NBA game.

This should make him valuable to teams that need help on their bench.