Luke Kennard To Charlotte As The No. 11 Pick In The NBA Draft?
It was announced today that Charlotte is likely “locked in on” Luke Kennard and Donovan Mitchell with the 11th pick.
The NBA insider shared his insight on which prospect each team is thinking about taking in the lottery. It looks like Rich Cho and Steve Clifford are zeroing in on a couple of shooting guards for the 2017 Draft. "according to https://swarmandsting.com/2017/06/19/charlotte-hornets-rumor-team-locked-kennard-mitchell/
The team brought in Kennard and Mitchell for a pre-draft workout so that they could get an extended look at each prospect. Both have been quickly moving up draft boards after impressive showings during team workouts. Draft Express projects the two to be selected in the lottery but outside the top-10 which is exactly where Charlotte’s picking. "according to https://swarmandsting.com/2017/06/19/charlotte-hornets-rumor-team-locked-kennard-mitchell/
As a sophomore at Duke Luke Kennard averaged 19.5 points per game, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists while shooting 43.8% from three. The 6’6 guard would make an immediate impact as a consistent shooter for the Hornets. Although, his struggles on the defensive end are a clear weakness and could turn some teams away. "according to https://swarmandsting.com/2017/06/19/charlotte-hornets-rumor-team-locked-kennard-mitchell/
As for Mitchell, he averaged 15.6 points per game, 4.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.1 steals under Rick Pitino this past year. The 6’3 sophomore has great length and athleticism with a 6’10 wingspan and a max vertical measuring in at 40.5″. Even though he primarily played shooting guard in college, Donovan did start a few games at point guard and can develop into a primary ball-handler/playmaker.
This news rules out the possibility of the Hornets drafting John Collins (Wake Forest), OG Anunoby (Indiana), Zach Collins (Gonzaga) and Justin Jackson (North Carolina). Although, if Luke and Donovan are both off of the board, then Charlotte would be forced to go in another direction. "according to
As for Mitchell, he averaged 15.6 points per game, 4.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.1 steals under Rick Pitino this past year. The 6’3 sophomore has great length and athleticism with a 6’10 wingspan and a max vertical measuring in at 40.5″. Even though he primarily played shooting guard in college, Donovan did start a few games at point guard and can develop into a primary ball-handler/playmaker.
This news rules out the possibility of the Hornets drafting John Collins (Wake Forest), OG Anunoby (Indiana), Zach Collins (Gonzaga) and Justin Jackson (North Carolina). Although, if Luke and Donovan are both off of the board, then Charlotte would be forced to go in another direction. "according to https://swarmandsting.com/2017/06/19/charlotte-hornets-rumor-team-locked-kennard-mitchell/
If Luke Kennard is still on the board when NBA Commissioner Adam Silver gets to number eleven what are the chances, he ends up starting his pro career in North Carolina where he also went to college?