The 2022 NBA Draft is still a long way away, but there are three prospects separating from the pack. Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, and Jabari Smith Jr. are ESNY’s top three prospects right now.
Let’s take a look at how the rest of the draft class shakes out. This NBA mock draft is according to records as of Dec. 11.
1. Detroit Pistons
Paolo Banchero, F, Duke (2002)
There is nothing that has happened between now and a few weeks ago that would make me change my mind. Paolo Banchero is battling cramps during games, but that doesn’t sound like a long-term concern.