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Three Steals for the 2018 NBA Draft



The 2018 NBA draft is upon us and each year the question is asked who could possibly be a steal in the draft. Players drop for one reason or another and here are three players who I think could be huge steals for NBA teams this draft.

1. Landry Shamet- SG 6'5  SO.

Shamet has been a two year player for the Wichita State Shockers. He has the ideal size for the two guard position at 6'5 and shot 44% from three this past season. Shamet averaged 15 points per game and added 5 assists as well. He also has great length and with all teams needing as much shooting as possible to be competitive, and could be a key contributor early for the Sixers. He could potentially take J.J. Reddick's spot with him heading into free agency this summer. If Shamet bring his shooting ability from college to the NBA then he is in the perfect situation in Philly.

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2. Kevin Knox- SF/PF 6'9 FR.

Kevin Knox was Kentucky's best scorer. He is a 6'9 freshman who came in with big expectations. Knox played out of position at Kentucky, and still averaged 15 points and five rebounds. Knox will benefit in the NBA from spacing and can get his shot off at anytime. With the Knicks he will get every opportunity to shine. With Porzingas injured Knox can show that he could be the next big star in the Big Apple. Knox has great defensive potential and can guard multiple positions as well. With David Fizdale as coach and a new attitude in New York, Knox and Porzingas could be a problem in the future.   

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3. Chandler Hutchison- SG/SF 6'7 SR.                       

Hutchinson was one of the few seniors in this year's NBA Draft. He is 6'7 and can play both wing positions. Hutchinson averaged 20 points and six rebounds this past year. A small school product who can play in the Kyle Kuzma like role. He has terrific length and is seasoned so he understands the game and is a bonafide scorer. With Chicago drafting Wendell Carter Jr. earlier and adding Hutchison this could be a nice core for the future. He will surprise some people and could potentially be a star very early in his career. He will be a name to know this upcoming season.

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-Evan Brooks (@ebrooks_14)

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