Potential options at No. 42
Same story here. There will be options at 33 and 34 that trickle down to 42. The Sixers will still have an opportunity to add a valuable contributor, especially if a certain handful of prospects are available.
Jontay Porter, Missouri (DRAFT PROFILE)
Porter has torn the same ACL twice, which isn’t the best signal for long-term health. If the Sixers can get Porter right, however, his talent is indicative of a potential lottery pick. He’s a skilled offensive five, whipping on-point passes from a variety of angles and stretching the floor effectively. If his conditioning improves, Porter becomes an easy fit in Brett Brown’s rotation.
Louis King, Oregon (DRAFT PROFILE)
A former five-star recruit who missed the season’s first month recovering from a meniscus tear, King offers more than enough talent in the mid-second round. He needs to turn up the motor on defense, but his fluid athleticism, projectable three-point stroke and shifty handles are all promising attributes.
Eric Paschall, Villanova (DRAFT PROFILE)
The Sixers drafted a Villanova product in 2018 but promptly shipped him to Phoenix. Eric Paschall could reverse the trend, offering Philadelphia a valuable contributor somewhere in the second round. He’s a strong, explosive athlete who can shoot and pass well at the power forward spot.
Shamorie Ponds, St. John’s
A lefty with a natural scoring touch, Ponds has been a fun watch at St. John’s for some time now. He’s a dynamic pull-up threat out to the NBA three-point line, but also launches fun passes at difficult angles. He’s short — just 6-foot — but the man can get buckets.
Admiral Schofield, Tennessee (DRAFT PROFILE)
An absolute bruiser at 6-foot-6, Schofield’s skill set and frame don’t line up on paper. But he’s a plus shooter who should have the berth to defend multiple positions in the NBA. His production as a senior cemented Schofield’s status as a legit NBA prospect.
Isaiah Roby, Nebraska
A versatile 6-foot-9 forward who can push the pace in transition and operate in a dynamic role at the four spot, Roby fits the modern NBA. He needs to improve his three-point consistency, but legitimate handles and instincts as both a cutter and passer should make Roby a useful offensive player.
Deividas Sirvydis, Lietuvos Rytas
Sirvydis has clear intrigue as a tall wing who can shoot at a high clip. His thin frame and poor defense are glaring concerns, but he can hit a variety of shots — both standstill and off the dribble — and that’s often enough to provide value in the NBA. The Sixers will probably need one or two stash candidates as well.
Yovel Zoosman, Maccabi Tel Aviv
Speaking of stash candidates, Zoosman is an older international prospect at 21. He’s contributing to an elite EuroLeauge club in Maccabi and presents upside as a skilled wing with noted shooting touch and a high basketball I.Q.
Zach Norvell Jr., Gonzaga
On the heels of a strong sophomore campaign at Gonzaga, Norvell enters the draft with considerable appeal. He’s a dynamic shooter on the wing whose bucket-getting prowess alone is enough for garner NBA interest. He’s confident, aggressive and doesn’t shy away from the moment.