2018 NBA Mock Draft 6.0

MADISON, WI - FEBRUARY 25: Michigan State Spartans guard/forward Miles Bridges (22) fakes going up for a shot during a college basketball game between Michigan State Spartans and the Wisconsin Badgers on February 25th, 2018 at the Kohl Center in Madison, WI. Michigan State defeats Wisconsin 68-63. (Photo by Dan Sanger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
MADISON, WI - FEBRUARY 25: Michigan State Spartans guard/forward Miles Bridges (22) fakes going up for a shot during a college basketball game between Michigan State Spartans and the Wisconsin Badgers on February 25th, 2018 at the Kohl Center in Madison, WI. Michigan State defeats Wisconsin 68-63. (Photo by Dan Sanger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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SG/SF. Villanova. Mikal Bridges. 9. player. 156.

If LeBron James stays in Cleveland, Bridges would have the opportunity to be a legitimate contributor on a contending team. His defensive prowess would help the Cavs in an area of need, while his off-ball scoring in the perfect compliment next to James.

Bridges has always been known as a quality 3-and-D prospect, but his growth this season locked him into the top-10 conversation. He emerged as a go-to weapon for the eventual national champions, hitting shots off movement and doing some work off the dribble, which was rare early in his collegiate career.

Good wings are a key part of competing in today’s NBA. Bridges, at the very least, is a solid complimentary piece who can space the floor and defend at a high level.