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Kentucky Wildcats: NBA fits

By Austin Sutcliffe

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Mar 7, 2015; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles the ball against Florida Gators guard Eli Carter (1) in the first half at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports

Devin Booker

When it comes to someone who can shoot the lights out such as Devin Booker, really any place would be a good fit. Every team in the NBA could use the services of a threat from deep. Where Booker lands really just depends on how high the teams have him on their big board. A spot that could make sense would be with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist in Charlotte. Kemba Walker is not the best 3 point shooter, and we have all seen Kidd-Gilchrist shoot threes… plus Lance Stephenson’s days as a hornet could be numbered. Booker could come in right away and spread the floor and help to get them back into the playoffs.

Trey Lyles

Trey Lyles is the wildcard for the Kentucky Wildcats, he could go as high as 10th, and as low as 20. The best spot for Lyles could be heading back to his home state of Indiana to play with Paul George. Like booker, any team could use what Lyles can bring to the table. He is 6 foot 10 and can hit the 15 foot wing shot with ease. Another player who has his mid range game down is current pacer David West. Coming in and learning behind West could be exactly what Lyles needs to go from a good player to a great one.

Dakari Johnson

Dakari Johnson is a player that more than less could have used one more year to develop his body before jumping in with the big boys in the NBA. None the less, he is there now and still projected as a first round pick. Having size is crucial in the NBA, and many teams lack a true seven footer down low with post moves and a back to the basket game. It will take Dakari a few years to get the hang of the NBA speed so playing behind someone who is already established would be good for him. Look for Johnson to find his way back homes as well to learn behind Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez.

Harrison Twins

The draft combine went very well for Andrew Harrison… however, Aaron did not play his best basketball and did not help his draft stock at all. Having a 6 foot 6 point guard could be a luxury for any team and could cause some serious match up problems even in the NBA. If the Houston Rockets do not take a point guard in the first round, look for them to with the 32nd overall pick with Andrew Harrison. Being from Texas, Andrew would not be too far away from home and could even find some starting time with improved play over Patrick Beverley. Aaron on the other hand could go undrafted… but I doubt he will. He has proven time and time again his ability to hit the big shot and that will be enough for a team to take a chance on him. I like the Spurs to give him a chance at number 55 and really develop him like they have the rest of their players. So both Harrison twins get to stay in Texas.

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