Memphis Grizzlies: A Super Early Look at the 2018 NBA Draft

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Mar 26, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; McDonalds High School All-American forward Kevin Knox II (23) poses for a photo during the 2017 McDonalds All American Game Portrait Day at Chicago Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

Late Lottery/Mid-first round

More than likely, the Memphis Grizzlies will either extend their seven-year playoff run or barely miss the postseason. Even then, the Grizzlies have the chance to take a potential cornerstone at this point in the draft.

Kevin Knox

If he landed in Memphis, Knox has the chance to be their best small forward since Rudy Gay. He has a nice jumper, but his versatility is the most intriguing thing about his game. At 6’9″, he can play any forward position and can cause mismatches when he gets out in the open court.

Hamidou Diallo

At this year’s combine, Diallo showed NBA scouts that his athleticism is elite, but what else is there? Going back to school was definitely the right decision. Under John Calipari, he can show everyone that he’s more than a dunker.

Collin Sexton

At some point, the Grizzlies have to replace Mike Conley. Right now, it doesn’t look like Wade Baldwin or Andrew Harrison can do this. Unless they prove everyone wrong next season, Collin Sexton would be a phenomenal understudy under the Conductor. He plays with a swagger and fire that can get the team fired up. With Sexton and Conley in the backcourt, the Grizzlies can finally unlock a dangerous pace-and-space offense.

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