Auburn Tigers wing Isaac Okoro (#23) comes up with a loose ball. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
The Cleveland Cavaliers got a good one in Isaac Okoro.
The Cleveland Cavaliers selected wing Isaac Okoro out of Auburn in the 2020 NBA Draft with the fifth overall selection on Wednesday, and that was largely predicated on defense.
Okoro was arguably the best defensive prospect in this year’s draft class, factoring in his ultra-switchability, ability to mirror drivers, deter pull-up threats and make plays with his off-ball feel/activity. According to Synergy Sports and as h/t NBA.