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2018 NBA Mock Draft 4.0

By Christopher Kline

TUCSON, AZ - MARCH 01: Deandre Ayton #13 of the Arizona Wildcats reacts to a foul call during the second half of the college basketball game against the Stanford Cardinal at McKale Center on March 1, 2018 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats beat the Cardinal 75-67. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
TUCSON, AZ - MARCH 01: Deandre Ayton #13 of the Arizona Wildcats reacts to a foul call during the second half of the college basketball game against the Stanford Cardinal at McKale Center on March 1, 2018 in Tucson, Arizona. The Wildcats beat the Cardinal 75-67. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) /
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De'Anthony Melton. 30. player. 125. . PG/SG. USC

Melton was one of several casualties resulting from the FBI investigation that shook college basketball to its core. After a promising freshman year that moved Melton into the first round discussion, he was sidelined for his entire sophomore campaign while USC fumbled away a potential tournament berth.

Even without playing his sophomore season, Melton should still draw first round looks. At 6-4 with a 6-9 wingspan, his length and aggression makes him an impact defender both on and off the ball. He’ll need to improve his jumper (just 28.4 percent from deep last season), but that’s something he’s capable of doing.

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The Hawks might not keep all of their picks, but Melton feels like a worthwhile investment should they do so.