NBA Mock Draft 9.0: Houston Rockets take Evan Mobley; Ben Simmons is traded

27. Brooklyn Nets –  B.J. Boston, G, Kentucky

There really aren’t any glaring needs that will be able to be filled by the Brooklyn Nets with the No. 27 pick in the NBA Draft. Though, B.J. Boston could be an intriguing selection by the team. He’s a prospect that left much to be desired in college and one that could still have his best basketball in front of him.

28. Philadelphia 76ers – Usman Garuba, F, Spain

There’s a chance that the Philadelphia 76ers end up trading this pick but if they keep it, a worthwhile investment could be Usman Garuba. He’s a talented big man out of Spain that made quite the impression in spurts when Team USA faced off against Spain in the Olympics.

29. Phoenix Suns – Jared Butler, G, Baylor

With the possibility that the Phoenix Suns could lose both Chris Paul and Cameron Payne during the offseason, I expect this team to target a guard with the 29th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. One intriguing option is Jared Butler late in the first round.

30. Utah Jazz – Kessler Edwards, F, Pepperdime

Coming off an overall successful season, the Utah Jazz will be looking to make incremental improvements during the offseason. That could include selecting a prospect such as Kessler Edwards with the final pick in the first round.