2017 NBA Mock Draft 1.0: Volume 2

2017 NBA Draft prospects Markelle Fultz and Lonzo Ball. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
2017 NBA Draft prospects Markelle Fultz and Lonzo Ball. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
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Mar 17, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) drives to the basket against Troy Trojans forward DeVon Walker (25) in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 17, 2017; Greenville, SC, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) drives to the basket against Troy Trojans forward DeVon Walker (25) in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Luke Kennard has been one of the biggest risers this season, he surprisingly become one of Duke’s go-to men. Kennard was aided by the regression of the hot tempered Grayson Allen, who missed a fair amount of games due to suspensions. Kennard stepped into the starting role and grasped the opportunity with both hands, he has gone from a mid second round prospect to a legit first rounder.

Kennard showed that he is more than just a shooter, he is moe than capable of taking to the rimm and finishing it. Of course Kennard’s deep shooting will be his main calling card when he comes into the NBA but its nice to see him improve other aspects of his game to become a more well rounded player.