Statistically, he is the best shooter in the country.

No matter the level, teams need spacing, and 6’8 shooters with this efficiency profile are rare. The reason he could fall? Defense and overall athletic ceiling questions. But with these numbers, it’s hard to see him slipping far without becoming a value pick.

Freshman | 6’9 | 255 lbs

Mirkovic has the frame and skill level teams look for in modern combo forwards. At 6’9, 255 pounds, he already has NBA strength and plays with physicality on the glass. He’s an elite rebounder for his position and has shown legitimate floor spacing ability, shooting 37% from three. What stands out most is his feeling he’s not just a big body, he's skilled and comfortable operating inside and out.

The reason he may slide? Defensive concerns. There are questions about lateral quickness and how he holds up guarding in space.

6’4” Guard

Flat out scorer. That’s the profile.

Nearly 40% from three for his career, and he can make tough shots at all three levels. He’s comfortable creating off the dribble, his shot making translates because it isn’t system dependent and he’s an isolation scorer.

The hesitation from scouts will center around size and consistency. At 6’4, he’s not overwhelming physically, and there are stretches where efficiency dips. But shot creators always have value, especially late in the draft.

Freshman | 7’0” | 250 lbs

Moreno is really intriguing. A true 7 footer at 250 pounds with mobility and coordination is hard to ignore. He moves well, comfortable with the ball, and is a shot blocker. His feel for the game stands out for a freshman big. He has a very good post hook, and I’ve seen flashes where he even handles the ball comfortably. 

The production hasn’t exploded yet, which could cause him to slide. But the skill at his size and defensive upside combination is exactly what teams gamble on in the second round. We’ll see if he declares. 

6’7” | 225 lbs

Big bodied guard/wing who knows how to use his strength. Averages around 7 rebounds per game, shoots 39% from three, and consistently draws fouls. He scores in multiple ways downhill, through contact, and from deep.

He may not project as a star, but rotational wings with size, physicality, and shooting stick in the league. There’s no clear reason he couldn’t carve out a role.

6’7” | 220 lbs

If you’re looking for a pure shooter late, Nickel might be your guy.  

6’7, 220 pounds, he has legit wing size and strength. He ranks top 20 nationally in EFG%, Offensive Rating, and True Shooting %,. He spaces the floor at a high level and plays with toughness.

The defensive questions will push him down boards,  lateral quickness and versatility are concerns.  Late second round steal potential.

Yes, the production jumps off the page. But size matters at the next level. He’s undersized and not strong enough to compensate physically. Historically, guards built like this struggle defensively and have a hard time replicating their speed advantage in the NBA.

The size and mobility are intriguing, but the production doesn’t justify first round buzz. It doesn’t always feel like he’s trusted late in games. Offensively, much of his scoring comes from overpowering smaller defenders. He struggles with fouls and had a particularly tough outing against North Carolina. Still more tools than results right now.

Production has slowed. At 6’8 , he plays bully ball, which is problematic at the next level. He’s not a center in the NBA, and without perimeter skill growth, the positional fit gets tricky.

Elite physical tools and youth on his side but the tape hasn’t matched the upside yet. There’s a projection element here that teams may buy into, but right now, there’s more potential than proven production.

I originally had Ament in my Top 10, then pulled him out  but he absolutely belongs back in the conversation.  

As the season has progressed, he’s come into his own. The growth has been real. His confidence, and overall impact have massively improved. He looks more comfortable playing within structure while still flashing his upside. If he keeps playing the way he has he could even be lottery conversation. 6 '10 moves like a guard and has been lighting it up these past few games. Averaging 23 pts and 7 rebounds in his last 8 games. 

Super solid across the board.

He produces, competes, and brings reliability every night. He’s athletic, strong, and doesn’t force the game. Burries may not always be flashy, but he consistently impacts winning. That kind of steady profile is something front offices value more than people think. 15.7 PPG , 38.8 3PT% and has really made some big plays for Arizona this season. 

Freshmen. Consistent. Reliable. Knockdown shooter.

McKenney has proven he can space the floor at a high level and defend his position. He’s a strong outside defender who competes, and the three point shot is legit at 37.6%. Wings who can shoot and guard are always in demand, could be an elite 3 and D player. Right now he’s playing his role for a talented Michigan squad but I know he has elite offensive tools that he has not unleashed yet. In the event he stays another year I could see him being a top 15 pick. 

Baylor may not be great, but Carr’s individual production has been steady all year.

He’s athletic, shoots around 40% from three, and his efficiency splits are strong. What stands out most is the NBA style of scoring and his ability to hit tough shots at high speed. He  creates off movement, with the ball  and he plays comfortably in space. That skillset translates.