2019 NBA Mock Draft 1.0 (Top 10 Picks Only)

NCAA Basketball is back underway, which means NBA Mock Drafts are back as well! This years draft class has some of the most talent of any draft this decade and in my opinion will draw many compassions to the class of 2003 which saw the likes of LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Dwyane Wade join the association.

-This mock draft is based on the NBA standings as of November 12th, 2018

1. Cleveland Cavaliers: Zion Williamson, Duke, PF, Freshman

Zion Williamson is special. Listed at 6'7 and 285 pounds, with a 45 inch vertical, Williamson has rare athleticism which we may only see once in a lifetime. Zion has shown that he is more than a YouTube dunking sensation, where he has shown his passing ability and his basketball IQ. The only real concern with Zion is his jump shot which he has already shown improvement in during Duke's Canada Tour during the summer and their first two games regular season games.

2. Phoenix Suns: R.J. Barrett, SG/SF, Duke, Freshman

R.J. Barrett could easily go number one in this year's draft. He will be fighting his good friend and Duke teammate Zion Williamson for that honor all season long. Barrett is an elite scorer, with his only real concern being his inconsistent three-point shot which he has already shown improvement in early in the basketball season.

3. Atlanta Hawks: Bol Bol, Oregon, Freshman, C

Because of his size(listed at 7'2 and his 7'8 wingspan), Bol Bol has the potential to become an elite rim protector in the NBA and has already shown flashes to be something even greater.

Bol Bol has shown he can move like a guard by taking the ball up the floor and having the ability to knock down the three. Do not be surprised to hear his name called high in June.

4. New York Knicks: Cameron Reddish, Duke SG/SF Freshman

Cam Reddish is an elite scorer and could even be the second best scorer in the draft behind his Duke teammate R.J. Barrett.

Reddish could be the most efficient player on Duke's stacked team this season as in his debut he had 22 points in 24 minutes. He can take the ball up the floor and hit the three-pointer which could make him a mismatch all over the floor.

5. Minnesota Timberwolves: Nassir Little, UNC, Freshman SF

Nassir Little is the best two-way wing in this years draft and has risen his draft stock as he has looked more muscular to start the season, compared to his senior high school year.

Little is great a isolation player and could be the best one-on-one defender in this year's class as well.

6. Washington Wizards: Sekou Doumbouya, France, SF/PF

Listed at 6'9", 230 pounds, Sekou Doumbouya, has developed into a scoring threat, and a great catch-and-shoot player, since starting slow in the French league.

7. Chicago Bulls: Romeo Langford, Indiana, SG, Freshman

Romeo Langford is a very skilled shot-creator and shot-maker, he helps generate offense by driving the rim and shooting pull-up, step-back, and spot-up jumpers.

8. Atlanta Hawks (Via Dallas Mavericks): Quentin Grimes, Kansas, SG, Freshman

Quentin Grimes has shown maturity and growth offensively with his shot-making and ball-moving abilities, but limitations as a creator could lead to a lower ceiling than the other top prospects.

9. Miami Heat: Keldon Johnson, Kentucky, SG/SF, Freshman

Keldon Johnson is an explosive and intense player, a lot like Collin Sexton who was drafted #8 Overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2018 NBA Draft.

As long as his jump shot is consistent he will be a lock to go in the top ten.

10. Houston Rockets: Naz Reid, LSU, PF/C, Freshman

Naz Reid has developed into a great ball-handler for a player of his size, showing impressive agility and speed off the dribble. Still, Reid will still do most of his scoring around the basket and has potential to be a high-level play-maker.

Written By: Aaron Silcoff