The 2023 NBA Season has concluded, and the Denver Nuggets emerged as the champions. Now, it’s time to shift our focus to the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft. The draft will take place on June 22, 2023, at 8 p.m. ET, hosted at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, which is the home court of the Brooklyn Nets. If you’re interested in watching the draft, you can find out how to do so through various channels.
Additionally, we have prepared our own predictions and selections in our 2023 NBA Mock Draft. This mock draft provides insights into which players we believe may be chosen as the top picks. It’s an exciting time for basketball enthusiasts, as we eagerly anticipate the future stars of the NBA.
Where to Watch the 2023 NBA Draft
The NBA Draft 2023 is scheduled to take place on June 22 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). You can catch the live broadcast of the event on both ABC and ESPN.
It’s a great opportunity to witness the next generation of basketball talent as they are selected by NBA teams and begin their professional careers. Make sure to tune in and enjoy the excitement of the draft!
2023 NBA Mock Draft
After Victor Wembanyama, who is widely regarded as the top prospect in the 2023 NBA Draft, the order of the subsequent picks will depend on the lottery results and team needs. While it’s difficult to predict the exact order, I can provide you with a general overview of potential fits for some lottery picks:
Here is a mock draft for the 2023 NBA Draft, including lottery picks and the rest of the first and second rounds:
Lottery Picks:
1. San Antonio Spurs – Victor Wembanyama (Metropolitans 92, PF/C): Wembanyama is an exceptional talent and an ideal fit for the Spurs’ system.
2. Charlotte Hornets – Brandon Miller (Alabama, SF): Miller’s game complements LaMelo Ball’s skills, making him a great fit alongside him.
3. Portland Trail Blazers – Scoot Henderson (G League Ignite, PG): With Damian Lillard’s potential departure, Henderson becomes a valuable replacement.
4. Houston Rockets – Ausar Thompson (Overtime Elite, PG/SG): Thompson’s skills mesh well with James Harden’s potential return to Houston.
5. Detroit Pistons – Jarace Walker (Houston, PF): Walker’s versatility and ability to play different positions make him a perfect fit for the Pistons.
6. Orlando Magic – Gradey Dick (Kansas, SG/SF): Dick’s shooting abilities address the Magic’s need for perimeter scoring.
7. Indiana Pacers – Anthony Black (Arkansas, PG/SG): Black would create an exciting backcourt duo with Tyrese Halliburton.
8. Washington Wizards – Amen Thompson (Overtime Elite, PG/SG): Thompson’s star potential makes him an attractive pick for the Wizards.
9. Utah Jazz – Cam Whitmore (Villanova, SF): Whitmore’s scoring abilities would provide a valuable boost to the Jazz.
10. Dallas Mavericks – Taylor Hendricks (UCF, PF): Hendricks would strengthen the Mavericks’ defense and add a much-needed presence.
11. Orlando Magic (via Chicago) – Jordan Hawkins (UConn, SG): Hawkins’ shooting ability complements Gradey Dick’s, enhancing Orlando’s perimeter game.
12. Oklahoma City Thunder – Bilal Coulibaly (Metropolitans 92, SG/SF): Coulibaly’s defensive skills would bolster the Thunder’s lineup.
13. Toronto Raptors – Cason Wallace (Kentucky, PG/SG): Wallace has the potential to fill the playmaking role if Fred Van Vleet departs.
14. New Orleans Pelicans – Jalen Hood-Schifino (Indiana, PG/SG): Hood-Schifino’s playmaking ability would be a valuable addition to the Pelicans’ roster.
Rest of the First Round:
15. Atlanta Hawks – Jett Howard (Michigan, SG/SF)
16. Utah Jazz (via Minnesota) – Nick Smith Jr. (Arkansas, PG/SG)
17. Los Angeles Lakers – Kobe Bufkin (Michigan, PG/SG)
18. Miami Heat – Rayan Rupert (NZ Breakers, SG/SF)
19. Golden State Warriors – Dereck Lively II (Duke, C)
20. Houston Rockets (via LA Clippers) – Brice Sensabaugh (Ohio State, SF/PF)
21. Brooklyn Nets (via Phoenix) – Noah Clowney (Alabama, PF)
22. Brooklyn Nets – Keyonte George (Baylor, SG)
23. Portland Trail Blazers (via New York) – Brandin Podziemski (Santa Clara, SG)
24. Sacramento Kings – Kris Murray (Iowa, PF)
25. Memphis Grizzlies – Jaime Jaquez Jr. (UCLA, SF)
26. Indiana Pacers (via Cleveland) – James Nnaji (Barcelona, C)
27. Charlotte Hornets (via Denver) – Colby Jones (Xavier, SF)
28. Utah Jazz (via Philadelphia) – Trayce Jackson-Davis (Indiana, PF/C)
29. Indiana Pacers (via Boston) – Leonard Miller (G League Ignite, PF)
30. LA Clippers (via Milwaukee) – Kobe Brown (Missouri, PF/C)
Second Round Highlights:
31. Detroit Pistons – Marcus Sasser (Houston, PG/SG)
32. Indiana Pacers (via Houston) – Andre Jackson Jr. (UConn, SG/SF)
33. San Antonio Spurs – Gregory Jackson II (South Carolina, PF)
34. Charlotte Hornets – Julian Phillips (Tennessee, SF)
35. Boston Celtics (via Portland) – Tristan Vukcevic (Partizan, PF/C)
36. Orlando Magic – Ben Sheppard (Belmont, SF)
37. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Washington) – Maxwell Lewis (Pepperdine, SG/SF)
38. Sacramento Kings (via Indiana) – Trayce Jackson-Davis (Indiana, PF/C)
39. Charlotte Hornets (via Utah) – Jordan Walsh (Arkansas, SF/PF)
40. Denver Nuggets (via Dallas) – Sidy Cissoko (G League Ignite, SG/SF)
41. Charlotte Hornets (via Oklahoma City) – Terquavion Smith (NC State, SG)
42. Washington Wizards (via Chicago) – Jalen Wilson (Kansas, SF/PF)
43. Portland Trail Blazers (via Atlanta) – Amari Bailey (UCLA, PG)
44. San Antonio Spurs (via Toronto) – Jalen Pickett (Penn State, PG)
45. Memphis Grizzlies (via Minnesota) – Keyontae Johnson (Kansas St., SF)
46. Atlanta Hawks (via New Orleans) – Mouhamed Gueye (Washington St., PF/C)
47. Los Angeles Lakers – Seth Lundy (Penn State, SG/SF)
48. LA Clippers – Bobi Klintman (Wake Forest, SF/PF)
49. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Golden State) – Julian Strawther (Gonzaga, SF)
50. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Miami) – Hunter Tyson (Clemson, SF/PF)
51. Brooklyn Nets – Emoni Bates (Eastern Michigan, SG/SF)
52. Phoenix Suns – Ricky Council IV (Arkansas, SG/SF)
53. Minnesota Timberwolves (via New York) – Toumani Camara (Dayton, PF)
54. Sacramento Kings – Nikola Durisic (Mega MIS, SG/SF)
55. Indiana Pacers (via Cleveland) – Jaylen Clark (UCLA, SG/SF)
56. Memphis Grizzlies – Chris Livingston (Kentucky, SF/PF)
57. Washington Wizards (via Boston) – Colin Castleton (Florida, C)
58. Milwaukee Bucks – Zvonimir Ivisic (Studentski Centar, PF/C)
