The Golden State Warriors have been rumored to have James Wiseman atop their 2020 big board. That makes sense, given the one major weakness on their team is a dominant force in the paint.
At 7-foot-1 and a full-frame, Wiseman has great defensive upside and lots of shooting potential moving forward. Though he may not bring as much overall value to a team as one of the guards or wings in this class, he fills a large need and has a high floor. He should be able to be an impact player immediately for the Warriors. Steve Kerr has proven he can turn any player into a winning one, as well — and Wiseman has been praised for his character in the past.
While selecting a defensive-minded center in today’s NBA may be a controversial decision, everything comes down to landing spot, and Golden State is a really good one for Wiseman.