Keldon Johnson and PJ Washington are staples in most 2019 mock drafts, but another Wildcat’s name popped up as a potential first-rounder today. In his new mock draft, The Athletic’s Sam Vecenie has Ashton going 27th to the Brooklyn Nets. Vecenie cites Ashton’s speed and defense as reasons he could go in the first round, but said one reason he might not is his offense.
“He’s a poor shooter, hitting just 17 percent from 3. He’s a reluctant driver in half-court settings and doesn’t get a ton of shots at the basket. He makes a ton of plays for others, averaging 5.