2. Deandre Ayton, C, Arizona
Ayton is a cyborg sent to destroy earth. At 7-foot-1 with a 7-foot-5 wingspan, his frame is already NBA-ready — and then some. That, when paired with his offensive skill set, slides Ayton into the top two.
At this point, Ayton already has the tools needed to be a team’s focal point on both ends. He’s extremely skilled offensively, showing a consistent stroke from mid-range while using his strength and advanced footwork to carve out space and score around the rim. He’s also a good passer out of the post.
The defensive end presents some odd difficulties for Ayton. With his tools, he should become an elite defender — something that NBA coaching, ideally, unlocks. He doesn’t really try right now, though, and that lackluster effort can lead to some pretty brutal mistakes.