
23. Utah Jazz – Jalen Smith, Big, Maryland
The Utah Jazz are typically very smart in who they select with their draft picks. Jalen Smith is a 3-and-D center that is physical, built, and should be able to play right away for a team that has absolutely no depth.
24. Milwaukee Bucks – RJ Hampton, Guard, USA
The Bucks missed floor spacing from the guard position in the playoffs as Bledsoe continues to draw scrutiny. RJ Hampton fits what they want to do as a team, and after a notable slide, he fits right into the Bucks.
***NOTE: The 24th pick has been traded to the New Orleans Pelicans
25. OKC Thunder – Xavier Tillman, Big, Michigan State
The Thunder have been really good at acquiring draft picks for aging veterans, and most recently traded Chris Paul for a package of role players and assets. Tillman is a ready-made center that plays high-IQ defense and can stretch the floor as well.
26. Boston Celtics – Leandro Balmaro, Wing, Argentina
The Boston Celtics once again land a perimeter player, perhaps one that they can stash for a few years as they already have so much young talent on their roster. Balmaro is an effective ball-handler and defender.