2018 NBA Mock Draft 1.0

PORTLAND, OR – APRIL 7: Collin Sexton #8 of the USA Junior Select Team looks on against the World Select Team during the game on April 7, 2017 at the MODA Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich)

The Suns have finally moved on from Eric Bledsoe, opening the window for a new lead guard. Sexton is the highest point guard on most draft boards at this stage in the season.

Even at 6-foot-2, long arms and ample explosiveness help make up for Sexton’s size disadvantage. He’s a questionable shooter, but is plenty confident in his shot and can score in droves when he’s in ryhtym. His quickness and frame allow him to finish at a high rate in traffic as well.

Defense is where Sexton jumps off the proverbial screen. He’s more competitive than anybody else at the top of this draft class, and uses that edge to get into the heads of opposing ball handlers. He has the intangibles that a lot of NBA guys will fall in love with.