The Sixer Sense
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2018 NBA Mock Draft 5.0

By Christopher Kline

BELGRADE, SERBIA - MARCH 30: Luka Doncic of Real Madrid in action during the 2017/2018 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Regular Season game between Crvena Zvezda mts Belgrade and Real Madrid at Aleksandar Nikolic Hall on March 30, 2018 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images)
BELGRADE, SERBIA - MARCH 30: Luka Doncic of Real Madrid in action during the 2017/2018 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Regular Season game between Crvena Zvezda mts Belgrade and Real Madrid at Aleksandar Nikolic Hall on March 30, 2018 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Srdjan Stevanovic/Getty Images) /
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. 12. player. 77. . PG/SG. Kentucky

Gilgeous-Alexander was a big riser all season, quickly emerging as Kentucky’s most consistent playmaker on the offense end. Combining nice physical tools and a crafty offensive game, he should work his way into the lottery on draft night.

It’s hard to get a grasp on the Clippers’ future. Lou Williams will be back for at least another season, but they lack a true long-term option at point guard. Gilgeous-Alexander could slide into the rotation on a playoff team.

While not overly quick, Gilgeous-Alexander’s ability to finish through traffic and make plays in the pick-and-roll should translate well to the next level. He’s also a solid defender who, once he fills out his frame, should be able to guard both ones and twos.