2017 NBA Mock Draft 6.0: Suns snag Lonzo Ball; Heat trade up for Fox

Mar 24, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) controls the ball against Kentucky Wildcats forward Wenyen Gabriel (32) in the first half during the semifinals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports /

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Apr 1, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Zach Collins (32) shoots as South Carolina Gamecocks forward Maik Kotsar (21) guards during the first half in the semifinals of the 2017 NCAA Men’s Final Four at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

11. Charlotte Hornets – Zach Collins, C, Gonzaga

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Zach Collins fits a huge need for the Hornets. Collins is only 19, but he offers rim protection nd three point shooting. A 7-foot center, who can do both and run the floor is a unique player. He will be a bit of project, but the Hornets should not be in a win now mode.

Collins needs to improve strength and playmaking ability. It could take a few years for him to reach his potential, but that doesnt mean he cant contribute right away. Zach will be a huge upgrade over Miles Plumlee at back up center. He can also play along Cody Zeller in bigger lineups. Donovan Mitchell was also considered for this pick.

However, I think the Hornets try to fill their need for back up point guard either in free agency or in the second round. Collins fills a more important need. Lack of depth up front killed the Hornets last year. Collins solves that immediatley. He is a modern day center, who in a few years can be a stud.