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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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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 /

15. Sacramento Kings (from Portland Trail Blazers) – Justin Jackson, F, North Carolina

I actually like this pick from the Sacramento Kings. After taking De’Aaron Fox with the 5th pick, and then moving the 10th pick for 15 and 20, the Kings add a 3-and-D wing that they desperately need. Now, they could probably shop Arron Afflalo.

Jackson doesn’t have the high ceilings like a lot of other players in this draft, but he’s going to be a solid player for a long time. He’s going to shoot effectively and defend.

He probably needs to gain some weight, but that will come with time. He’s 22, so he should be able to contribute right away. He isn’t a sexy pick, but he’s the type of player that will be in the league for 1- years

 Grade: B