The Sixer Sense
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2018 NBA Mock Draft 1.0

By Christopher Kline

MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 12: Luka Doncic, #7 guard of Real Madrid during the Liga Endesa game between Real Madrid and FCB Lassa at Wizink Center on November 12, 2017 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Sonia Canada/Getty Images)
MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 12: Luka Doncic, #7 guard of Real Madrid during the Liga Endesa game between Real Madrid and FCB Lassa at Wizink Center on November 12, 2017 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Sonia Canada/Getty Images) /
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CHICAGO, IL – MAY 11: Rawle Alkins looks to pass the ball during the NBA Draft Combine at the Quest Multisport Center on May 11, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL – MAY 11: Rawle Alkins looks to pass the ball during the NBA Draft Combine at the Quest Multisport Center on May 11, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images) /

Scouting Report. 29. Rawle Alkins. player. 41. Pick Analysis. SG. Arizona

Alkins fractured his foot this offseason, but figures to return to action soon. As somebody who tested the draft waters last season, expect him to be on first round radars for a lot of competitive teams.

In this instance, Golden State gets another quality piece to add to their growing stash of young-but-underrated talent.

The name of the game with the Warriors is versatility, and Alkins fits that bill. He’s a capable playmaker in the pick-and-roll who showed plenty of potential as a secondary creator last season. He’s also a plus defender, standing 6-foot-5 with a 6-foot-8 wingspan and plenty of strength for his size.