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2017 NBA Draft: Instant reaction and grades from the first round

By Michael Saenz

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; General view of the stage before the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; General view of the stage before the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 4, 2017; Chestnut Hill, MA, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Donovan Mitchell (45) controls the ball during the second half against the Boston College Eagles at Silvio O. Conte Forum. The Louisville Cardinals won 90-67. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 4, 2017; Chestnut Hill, MA, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Donovan Mitchell (45) controls the ball during the second half against the Boston College Eagles at Silvio O. Conte Forum. The Louisville Cardinals won 90-67. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports /

13. Utah Jazz from (Denver Nuggets) – Donovan Mitchell, G, Louisville

Donovan Mitchell was one of the favorite late-lottery prospects. I’m actually surprised that Mitchell fell down to 13, but the Utah Jazz didn’t waste any time jumping up and making a trade with the Nuggets to take Mitchell.

In the trade, the Jazz moved Trey Lyles and a late first-round pick in order to take Mitchell. IT’s a bit of a weird fit with the Jazz, but this will protect the team in the event that they lose George Hill in free agency.

Mitchell isn’t exactly a pure point guard, but he can play the point guard – if that makes any sense. Mitchell should fine a nice role in Utah this season.

Grade: B+