2017 NBA Mock Draft 1.0: Volume 2
By Owen Nelson
73. . SF. FC Barcelona. Rodions Kurucs. 13. player
The Denver Nuggets’ roster, for the most part, is already set for the future, they don’t need any young talent that is going to make an immediate impact. We saw the Nuggets draft-and-stash away Petr Cornelie last season, Juan Hernangomez was also meant to stay overseas for this season but he decided to come over. I believe Kurucs will almost definitely stay playing overseas
Rodions Kurucs is one of the most talented overseas prospects in this years draft. This option will allow Kurucs to play consistently and, therefore, give him the best chance to improve his game. Kurucs haven’t been given a chance in the Euroleague this season but he has played in the SPanish LEB Gold. He has averaged 9.46 points in 21 minutes a game, shooting 31 percent from three.
Kurucs should benefit from the immense play-making ability of fellow foreigner, Nikola Jokic. Kurucs should fit right at home as the Nuggets have a very international feeling within the core of their team.