2022 NBA Draft Big Board — 27. Kendall Brown, Baylor
A nimble and explosive athlete on the wing, Kendall Brown has the makings of an excellent NBA defender. He can guard all over the floor, erupt into passing lanes, and protect the weak side of the rim. On offense, he’s a lob threat who plays unselfish, team-oriented basketball. If he can get the 3s falling, he will stick in the league for a long time.
2022 NBA Draft Big Board — 26. Mike Williams, Duke
Mike Williams provides that big shot-blocking presence in the middle so many teams are searching for. He’s an excellent center in the traditional mold, finishing with power at the rim, engulfing rebounds, and thriving in drop coverage. His 7-foot-7 wingspan will give opposing offenses loads of trouble.
2022 NBA Draft Big Board — 25. Jaden Hardy, G-League Ignite
A talented guard who underwhelmed mightily in the G-League, Jaden Hardy’s draft stock is probably trending more toward the top-20. Teams will bank on his high school resumé and athletic tool kit, while hoping his inefficiency and bad decision-making are simply part of the professional learning curve and not a permanent malady.