No. 1: Ben Simmons, power forward, LSU, 6-10, 225 pounds selected by the Philadelphia 76ers.
Comment: This is no surprise. Simmons was long projected to be the top pick. The 6-foot-10 power forward is versatile, but has a jump shot problem he will need to fix.
No. 2: Brandon Ingram, small forward, Duke, 6-9, 190 selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
Comment: Ingram is gangly and versatile. He’s able to shoot from behind the 3-point line and make plays with the ball. The Lakers have a group of young players taking over for retired Kobe Bryant.