The Sixer Sense
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Way-too-early 2019 NBA Draft Big Board

By Christopher Kline

ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 26: Zion Williamson of Spartanburg Day School attempts a dunk during the 2018 McDonald's All American Game POWERADE Jam Fest at Forbes Arena on March 26, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA - MARCH 26: Zion Williamson of Spartanburg Day School attempts a dunk during the 2018 McDonald's All American Game POWERADE Jam Fest at Forbes Arena on March 26, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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ATLANTA, GA – MARCH 26: Nassir Little of Orlando Christian Prep attempts a dunk during the 2018 McDonald’s All American Game POWERADE Jam Fest at Forbes Arena on March 26, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA – MARCH 26: Nassir Little of Orlando Christian Prep attempts a dunk during the 2018 McDonald’s All American Game POWERADE Jam Fest at Forbes Arena on March 26, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

This year’s class doesn’t compare favorably to 2018, but the four names at the top all possess star-level upside. They’re all playing in the state of North Carolina as well, making it a legitimate possibility that the top-four picks are split between two schools (UNC and Duke).

Little was the McDonald’s All-American MVP and has shined on the All-Star circuit, emerging as a fearless scorer and plus athlete on the wing. He has the makings of a dynamic three-level scorer, combining quick-twitch athleticism with an effective pull-up jumper.

He’s also an excellent slasher, using his strong frame to bully his way through contact and finish at the rim. He will immediately become one of the best individual scorers in college basketball, taking on the featured scoring role for Roy Williams’ Tar Heels.

Defensive versatility is another positive trait for Little. At 6-foot-7 with a 7-foot-1 wingspan, he has the size needed to defend three positions. He’s also extremely aggressive on that side of the ball, often taking on the key defensive assignments for his team.