NBA Mock Draft 9.0: NY Knicks trade up for a PG; Magic go rogue at No. 1

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NBA Draft prospect Tari Eason (Scott Clause-USA TODAY Sports) /

15. Charlotte Hornets – Ousmane Dieng, F, International

Once again, the Hornets feel there’s not great value in selecting a center at this point in the draft. They could elect to move down or select the best player available. If they elect to do the latter, Ousmane Dieng could be an option.

The sky is the ceiling for Dieng and could pay dividends for any team that takes a chance on him in a few years.

16. Atlanta Hawks – Tari Eason, F, LSU

The Atlanta Hawks need to find a diamond in the rough to help salvage what was a lost season for the team. One interesting prospect is Tari Eason who is going to measure up great in workouts. He’s a physical freak with real talent.