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2018 NBA Mock Draft 9.0

By Christopher Kline

TUCSON, AZ - DECEMBER 21: Arizona Wildcats forward Deandre Ayton (13) during the a college basketball game between Connecticut Huskies and Arizona Wildcats on December 21, 2017, at McKale Center in Tucson, AZ. Arizona leads at half over Connecticut 30-24. (Photo by Jacob Snow/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
TUCSON, AZ - DECEMBER 21: Arizona Wildcats forward Deandre Ayton (13) during the a college basketball game between Connecticut Huskies and Arizona Wildcats on December 21, 2017, at McKale Center in Tucson, AZ. Arizona leads at half over Connecticut 30-24. (Photo by Jacob Snow/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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67. . C. Duke. Marvin Bagley III. 2. player

Initially thought to be a two-man race between Bagley and Luka Doncic, the Kings appear to be leaning toward Bagley as draft day approaches. One of the most productive players in college basketball as a freshman, Bagley’s offensive ceiling is likely something Sacramento covets.

Despite defensive limitations, Bagley’s athleticism gives him one of the highest floors in the draft. He’s going to be the best rebounder the class, while his ability to space the floor, attack closeouts and finish with finesse around the rim should make him the Kings’ go-to scorer down the line.

If Bagley can apply his athleticism to perimeter defense, his upside increases even further. He’ll never been an elite rim protector, but he has the tools needed to carve out a niche in a switch-heavy league.