Many draft analysts see Keon Johnson as a likely top-10 pick in the upcoming NBA draft, but his raw play makes him a candidate to drop a bit. One expert thinks Johnson could find himself all the way out of the lottery.
In For The Win’s mock draft, Bryan Kalbrosky had the Oklahoma City Thunder taking Johnson with pick No. 16.
Johnson set a record for the best max vertical leap ever recorded at the combine. Crazy athletic and with an ability to get to the rim on offense and play solid defense, the Tennessee freshman has a high ceiling. But there’s also certainly a floor.
“His ability to fly well above the rim makes him an interesting developmental project with jaw-dropping athleticism. Oklahoma City will have that kind of patience in their rebuild.”
The Thunder would be thrilled to get Johnson at No. 16. He’s certainly a candidate for top-10 in the draft. His game will require development, but he has potential to be a very good NBA player.
