12. Mikal Bridges, SG/SF, Villanova
In his third season, Mikal Bridges has made an incredible jump in production. As a result of Josh Hart and Kris Jenkins leaving, Bridges had to take on a larger role within the team. Bridges have emerged as the number one option for the Villanova Wildcats.
This season, Bridges is averaging 17.9 points per game, a great improvement on the 9.8 points per game that he averaged last season. Moreover, Bridges is averaging 6.3 rebounds per game and 1.9 assists per game.
Bridges have improved his three-point shot from the last season — his percentage has skyrocketed from 39.3 percent to 50 percent. Bridges is already a solid defender, with the tools to become great, he has the potential to be a fantastic three-and-D player in the NBA.
Throughout the early portion of the season, Bridges has improved his draft stock. The junior is quickly becoming one of the premier wing players in this draft class. For a team like the Philadelphia 76ers, Mikal Bridges could be a steal in the middle of the draft.