17. Houston Rockets – Malakai Branham, F, Ohio State
Malakai Branham has continued to rise and could make his way into the lottery by the time the draft rolls around. However, him being taken at No. 17 seems like a safe play. The Rockets take a shot on the Ohio State wing.
18. Chicago Bulls – TyTy Washington Jr., G, Kentucky
In the event that the Chicago Bulls trade Coby White and aren’t entirely sold on Lonzo Ball’s long-term future (because of his injury), it wouldn’t be all that surprising if they took a guard late in the first round.
TyTy Washington could be a fit. Plus, snagging him this late in the first round would be a gem of a move.