Cleveland will need to take the best available approach despite not knowing whether James will be part of the roster next season. Because of their high payroll, they will only have the minimum and $5.3 million tax exception to fill out their depth. Three Wildcats just barely sneak in at the end of Round 2. ",Marks on the Wolves' offseason focus: "Besides a possible Karl-Anthony Towns rookie extension, the focus in Minnesota this offseason is building back the bench, especially at the shooting-guard and forward positions. The latest ESPN NBA Mock Draft from Jonathan Givony is out, and Tyrese Maxey is, not shockingly, still holding steady as Kentucky’s top draft pick … Trae Young and Collin Sexton have been the headliners of this year's point guard crop, but Gilgeous-Alexander has the tools and makeup to end up as the top lead guard in this draft. Here are 12 prospects in the 2020 NBA Draft who could be key players in the future.

Chicago does have some wiggle room with the non-guaranteed contracts of Sean Kilpatrick and Paul Zipser. The big offseason question: Will they extend Booker with a max contract?

",Marks on the Lakers' offseason focus: "Leaders in the cap-space race this offseason, the Lakers have $46 million in room that can increase to $60 million by releasing the $12 million Julius Randle free-agent hold along with waiving their three players on non-guaranteed contracts. Even if Jabari Parker isn't brought back, Milwaukee will only have the $8.6 million midlevel and $3.4 million biannual exceptions to use in free agency.

Golden State does have its full cash allotment of $5.1 million to buy a pick in the second round, something the team did with Patrick McCaw and Jordan Bell. NBA mock draft: Projected picks for the big lottery winners. Having grown up around the NBA, with two brothers (six and seven years older than him) on drastically different career paths, he has a good understanding of what it takes to make it.One of the younger prospects in this draft, Brown has a good combination of size, length and strength for a NBA wing, being big enough to play some small-ball 4 even. In theory, Bates-Diop has the tools to defend multiple positions, make an open 3 and beat switches in the midpost. But expect the Jazz to operate over the cap unless there is a mutual interest in a player like Paul George. Fortunately, that dimension (shooting) is in high demand in the NBA right now.

His ability to play on and off the ball makes him a good fit for a variety of teams picking in the 20s, nearly all of whom are looking for additional help on the wing.It's not easy to find 19-year-old guard/wings with size, length, plus athleticism, the ability and willingness to defend at least three positions and the potential to make a standstill 3. Because the pick has a $1.7 million roster slot, Philadelphia could elect to move out of the end of the first round, draft-and-stash an international player or look to attach the first to a contract like Jerryd Bayless. Search the full library of topics. Three Wildcats just barely sneak in at the end of Round 2.The first Kentucky player getting selected was Maxey who they have going #12 overall to the.All the other Kentucky players getting selected are in the last 10 picks of the entire draft.The next name on the list is Ashton Hagans going #53 overall to the,At #57, we have Nick Richards going to the,The last Kentucky player selected is SEC Player of the Year Immanuel Quickley, who is projected to be picked at #58 going to the.The only Kentucky player that may decide to keep his name in the draft and didn’t make the list is EJ Montgomery, who may simply want to be a pro now and be done with college, even if he’s not playing in the NBA.Where the Wildcats stand in ESPN’s new mock draft,Louisville responds to NCAA allegations; Also says Kroger can theoretically cheat for Kentucky.Are they offering $100,000 in Kroger fuel points?Dick Vitale says NCAA has ruled Olivier Sarr eligible, but UK still waiting on SEC waiver,Charles Barkley says Auburn will “kill Kentucky”.Barkley isn’t concerned about Kentucky football.Kentucky reportedly needs a waiver from SEC for Olivier Sarr to be eligible.Another issue Kentucky must overcome for Sarr to play this season.Tuesday Quickies: Football R-E-S-P-E-C-T Edition.Kentucky fans have suffered through a lot of disdain for their football program, and most of it was earned the hard way.

The six-time All-Star shared a message on Twitter, encouraging his followers to prepare for election day.Under Armour's "Run to Vote" will push to increase voter turnout in the 2020 general election.While the league focuses on the postseason's Conference Finals, the Golden State Warriors are busy with their offseason. 1? 2 selection on the board. ",Marks on the Wizards' offseason focus: "Faced with a second consecutive season of being in the luxury tax -- this time at a higher cost -- Washington will have to be creative with little flexibility to improve the roster. However, his strong play in the 2016 Nike EYBL showcased Robinson's potential to develop into a Clint Capela-esque rim runner and protector.A wing with excellent size and scoring instincts, Musa has been a bucket-getter his entire career, putting points on the board in bunches no matter whom he's played against. He excels in the open floor but also is a prolific 3-point shooter with deep range both with his feet set and off the dribble. With Doncic already gone here, my choice was between Jackson as my favorite of the big men available and going for a perimeter option in Michael Porter Jr. or Trae Young. If he slips past the Timberwolves, Edwards would add a downhill slashing dynamic to Kerr’s rotation.

I slightly favored him over AAU teammate Trae Young because of concerns over Young's size on defense.Although not perceived to have the same type of upside as the "big six" who are likely to be taken ahead of him, Wendell Carter Jr. is perhaps the most well-rounded player in the draft. When thrust into more of a 3-and-D-style, complementary role, Okogie should thrive.The Lakers got good results drafting a Villanova product late in last year's first round (Josh Hart), so why not try again?

",Marks on the Jazz's offseason focus: "If the Jazz cleared the books, waived their non-guaranteed players except for Royce O'Neale and did not bring back their free agents -- including Derrick Favors and Dante Exum -- they would have $22.7 million in cap space with six roster spots open. More than just a one-game wonder, DiVincenzo has solid statistical projections and played well at the draft combine.Robinson is one of the most polished guards in the class, coming off a productive and efficient season at Boston College, with some particularly impressive showings in ACC play.

Letting Gordon walk (unlikely) and waiving Shelvin Mack ($1 million guaranteed) would leave Orlando with only $15.9 million in room. If they don't, Okobo or UCLA's Aaron Holiday could be a nice secondary option and would give the Hawks an insurance policy for Schroder. Specializing in drafts with top players on the NBA horizon, player profiles, scouting reports, rankings and prospective international recruits. But that is changing under Mark Stoops.Kentucky Wildcats in the NBA Draft Tracker,2020 NBA Draft officially rescheduled for November 18,CBS Sports thinks IQ returns to UK, who projects as No. ",Marks on the Bulls' offseason focus: "Beside an offseason of player development, the Bulls' main focus this summer will be the restricted free agency of Zach LaVine and the direction with their cap space.