16. Boston Celtics
- Original Pick: Terry Rozier (Louisville)
- Redraft Pick: Terry Rozier (Louisville)
A month ago I never would’ve slated Rozier in this spot. Not after how poorly last season went. But his sophomore year has been a complete 180. Rozier’s been a spark off the bench with his defense and rebounding. If he can figure out his jump shot, watch out.
17. Milwaukee Bucks
- Original Pick: Rashad Vaughn (UNLV)
- Redraft Pick: Larry Nance Jr. (Wyoming)
Nance isn’t a savior at the power forward, but perhaps if Washington had a young talent at the four spot they wouldn’t have felt the need to give all that money to Greg Monroe. Nance has proven himself an excellent pick and roll player, and like Morris, he can step outside and hit a jumper. He’s also a better defender than Monroe.
18. Houston Rockets
- Original Pick: Sam Dekker (Wisconsin)
- Redraft Pick: Sam Dekker (Wisconsin)
Dekker’s career changed with the hiring of Mike D’Antoni in Houston. Dekker was non-existent as a rookie, playing a total of six minutes in three games. As a sophomore, he’s a permanent fixture in the rotation appearing in all of Houston’s games.
