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2018 NBA Mock Draft 5.0: Mo Bamba crashes the top 3; Trae Young falls

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CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: Mohamed Bamba speaks with reporters during Day One of the NBA Draft Combine at Quest MultiSport Complex on May 17, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: Mohamed Bamba speaks with reporters during Day One of the NBA Draft Combine at Quest MultiSport Complex on May 17, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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DALLAS, TX – MARCH 17: Zhaire Smith #2 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders celebrates in the second half against the Florida Gators during the second round of the 2018 NCAA Tournament at the American Airlines Center on March 17, 2018 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)
DALLAS, TX – MARCH 17: Zhaire Smith #2 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders celebrates in the second half against the Florida Gators during the second round of the 2018 NCAA Tournament at the American Airlines Center on March 17, 2018 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images)

16. Phoenix Suns – Zhaire Smith, G, Texas Tech

I have a feeling Zhaire Smith could be selected higher than 16, but I also sense the Phoenix Suns could take a shot on potential here too. Smith is athletic and can shoot, but we don’t really know how good he can be.

That’s part of the reason why he’s such a mystery, as he didn’t play a big role for the Red Raiders during his lone season there.

The raw talent is there, though, and that’s why I believe he could be a good fit with the Suns. Taking a point guard could be another option here for the Suns, but sometimes you have to go with your gut.