Which wing players should the Sixers target in the 2018 draft?
By Tyler King
Miles Bridges, F, Michigan State
Bridges returning to East Lansing for his sophomore season was one of the more surprising draft decisions last season, but he appears to have already upped his game.
The freakishly athletic forward has an improved jump shot and has been knocking down 3-pointers at a more consistent rate to start this season.
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We all know how good of a defender Bridges is and he projects as a four at the next level, but he could realistically defend NBA small forwards.
For a team like the Sixers that like to push the pace, Bridges would fit in very well as a potential lob target for Simmons. He would likely come off the bench as a reserve forward, but would bring great energy and defense to the second unit.
Bridges could enter National Player of the Year discussions and could even creep into the top five of the draft, but he’s available when the Sixers are on the clock they will have to take a long, hard look at such a talented player like Bridges.