AJ Griffin was an “upside pick” by ATL in 2022 - ready for the league: AJ’s already blended in w/ the Hawks.

FSU’s Trent Forrest brings defense & playmaking to Atlanta.

Bruno Fernando: an athletic pivot w/ power - throws down w/ authority off dives & roll catches.

Garrison Mathews: 2019 A-Sun Player of the Year who’s emerging into a true wing scorer.

Don’t sleep on Dylan Windler, a 6’6 lefty forward w/ a knack for shooting & scoring.

Trendon Watford: very talented, undrafted prospect - former 5-star HS prospect & McDonald’s All-American; future difference-maker for Coach Vaughn.

Day’Ron Sharpe: 6’10 F/C with a penchant for grabbing boards and scoring on the inside.

Lonnie Walker IV: an explosive, 6’4 wing from the U - puts athleticism to practice.

Keita Bates-Diop’s a bit overlooked, has found his way as a notable threat on the perimeter.

The 9th overall pick in 2017, Dennis Smith Jr. is an amazing athlete, even by lofty league standards.

JD Davison is really an eye-catching athlete at the 1 spot: special dunker w/ a ridiculous vertical attack.

Jaden Springer: young PG w/ a real, two-way foundation to his attack.

Toronto native Oshae Brissett is rising the ranks as a solid, complementary forward in the league.

Sacramento’s Neemias Queta: 1st NBA Player from Portugal - will be brought along to impose fear as a momentum-shifting shot-blocker/Watch DOG.

Sam Hauser: shooting prospect who converted his 2Way contract after year 1.

Xavier Tillman Sr: ready-made role player outta Michigan State.

Payton Pritchard’s poised, has lots of room to grow on a contender like Boston.

Undrafted outta Vandy, Luke Kornet is a true 7-footer with some range.

Svi Mykhailiuk is a very fluid offensive talent w/ catch-and-shoot, spot-up, & “off the bounce” shooting abilities.

A 6’7 wing outta Nebraska, Bryce McGowens’s game could really open up w/ more opportunity .

JT Thor is one to keep an eye out for in Charlotte: could transform into a versatile, shooter/finisher/defender at multiple spots.

Aleksej Pokusevski has a very interesting ceiling - slender big w/ new wave talent.

Nick Richards: momentum-shifting pivot who makes spectacular plays as a finisher & shot-blocker.

1/2 of the Martin twins, Cody makes his greatest mark as a defender & finisher.

Davis Bertans: a Latvian forward w/ a bullseye outside shot.

Dalen Terry’s an excellent addition to Chicago’s lineup: 6’7 wing who galvanizes whatever group he’s part of.

Chicago’s own Ayo Dosunmu: an adaptable PG who’s quickly developed into a special role player on his hometown Bulls.

Javonte Green’s a strong utility wing who makes a mark w/ explosiveness & activity on defense.

A bulldog defender & playmaker outta West Virginia, Jevon Carter has a high basketball IQ.

An undrafted swingman outta USC Upstate, Torrey Craig dominated in New Zealand & Australia before earning a spot in the NBA.

Former USC Trojans star Isaiah Mobley is reunited w/ his younger brother, Evan, in the Land - all-around 4/5 who can space the floor, rebound and make plays.

Isaac Okoro: varied defender, Cleveland’s Undisputed X-Factor.

Former Utah State star Sam Merrill is an excellent floor spacer who can get his own bucket.

Ty Jerome has the skill to become a key distributor/ignitor off the bench.

DEAN Wade: an undrafted forward outta Kansas State - seems to always provide valuable minutes.

A former second rounder outta Iowa State, Georges Niang brings his ‘old man game’ to Cleveland.

An athletic 5 outta Vandy, Damian Jones does work as a shot-blocker & 'up top' finisher.

Texas native Greg Brown III: über-athletic forward prospect - jumps out of the gym!

Former Arizona Wildcat Brandon Williams signed w/ Trail Blazers with a couple months left in the ’21-’22 season and took tremendous advantage of his playing time - savvy, shot-creating 1.

Australia’s Josh Green brings energy & excitement to Dallas.

The 38th overall pick in 2019, Daniel Gafford’s an outstanding athlete at both interior spots.

A German import, Maxi Kleber is a hybrid, 4/5 able to step out & score + convert shots between the lines.

A former 4-star HS prospect, Derrick Jones Jr. is a FREAK athlete – DJJ soars (over the top) for flying oops, boards and flushes.

2022 National Champion & 2023 NBA Champion Christian Braun is a 6’7 wing w/ a strong defensive base & projected shooting prowess.

Braxton Key played a complementary role during Virginia’s NCAA title run in 2019 - he’s hoping to realize a similarly important standing in Denver.

Zeke Nnaji: intriguing big w/ three-level scoring potential.

Drafted in 2017, Vlatko Cancar finally joined Denver in the 2019-2020 season - solid, all-around forward.

Buddy Boeheim: a 2Way contract player with a real, outside-shooting attack - son of legendary Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim.

Quentin Grimes is a 3&D shooting guard with legitimate specialist potential.

The 2nd overall pick in 2020, James Wiseman is a lefty big w/ upside.

Malachi Flynn is a scorer at the 1: good ability to create shots.

USC’s Chimezie Metu is an athletic, hybrid big who can stretch the floor & finish around the basket.

A 6’6 guard/forward outta Oregon, Troy Brown Jr. has ability to fulfill multiple positions.

Spain’s Usman Garuba, a 6’8 forward who presents a problem on the defensive end.

Moses Moody is very, very underrated: big, multi-dimensional two guard (6’6) with a more than respectable attack from different levels on the court.

A former lottery pick in 2018, Jerome Robinson is a 6’5 two guard w/ plus ball-handling.

Dario Saric has great versatility at 6’10: important frontcourt player when healthy.

Australian import Jock Landale is a versatile finisher at the five spot.

The youngest Holiday bro, Aaron has great craftiness & skill at lead guard.

Big Boban Marjanovic is intimidating – standing at 7’4, 290, his presence alone serves to both alter shots in the paint/clog the lane & corral boards.

Indiana’s Isaiah Jackson resembles the prototype for “complete,” big man finishers - able to convert lobs up top & short rolls, budding shooter from beyond the arc.

A NY native suiting up for the blue & gold, Obi Toppin is an elite athlete at the four spot.

Drafted 10th overall outta Maryland (in 2020), Jalen Smith provides two-way services in Indiana.

Aaron Nesmith: 6’6 outside scoring threat - plugs as a rangy defender & shooter.

Former Morehead State guard Xavier Moon has been grinding since going undrafted in 2017 - lead guard who shines at getting his teammate easy shots.

A true go-getter offensively: Brandon Boston Jr. is always in attack mode.

Texas’s Kai Jones is a special athlete at the five spot, likes to get out and finish in the break.

Amir Coffey: big, lefty wing able to handle & make noise in the open court.

An adaptable German big, Daniel Theis has emerged as a true lineup stabilizer.

Laker fans are hoping Max Christie’s a long-term solution at the 2/3 spot: Christie’s game features so much promise.

Skylar Mays has the makings of a long-term NBA PG.

Jaxson Hayes is an incredible athlete at the 5 spot - catch & finisher/rim protector.

Cam Reddish is a pretty smooth + talented scorer - able to shoot on the move, behind screens & after a few dribbles.

Jarred Vanderbilt possesses lots of natural talent & athleticism, yet hustles & values dirty work.

Taurean Prince has developed into a varied threat at his position.

Santi Aldama flew below the map at Loyola (MD) - surprise pick at 30 in 2021 - very adept, 6’11 big.

Drafted 10th overall outta Stanford in 2021, Ziaire Williams has the luxury of evolving his game while playing an instrumental role on a young, title-worthy team.

Lamar Stevens: plays a lot of small ball 4 & 5 - versatile utility guy.

Memphis’s John Konchar (aka “Jitty”) is always ready to provide quality minutes.

Haywood Highsmith: 6’5 (all-around) forward.

A former five-star HS prospect, Thomas Bryant has a lot of talent as a hybrid big.

A 6’5 PG w/ nice control & an innate feel for the game, Delon's a potentially game-changing defender & playmaker.

An accurate outside shooter w/ an air-tight handle: AJ Green has plenty of maneuvers to get his shot off - has a sort of “unblockable” high release on his J.

The eldest Antetokounmpo (in the NBA), Thanasis is a jolt of energy on the floor, makes momentum-shifting plays.

Malik Beasley: a two-way wing who can cash different types of triples & features naturally impressive athleticism.

Luka Garza: highly decorated college player (at Iowa) w/ a deft touch on the inside.

Nickeil Alexander-Walker is a guard to watch out for: upside as a long-term, two-way playmaker.

Jordan McLaughlin aka “J-Mac” is a cerebral play initiator who performs a vital role in Minnesota.

A 6’2 playmaker from Iowa State, Monte Morris has the ability to generate clean looks for himself & teammates.

Matt Ryan? No, the other one! Earned contract after an impressive preseason in 2022, signed to (eventually) add a reliable, three-point threat to the lineup.

Xavier’s Naji Marshall: scoring forward w/ breakdown ability.

A high-jumping forward outta Wyoming, Larry Nance Jr.’s most redeemable skills are his work ethic, endless motor, versatile defense & game-changing flushes.

Jericho Sims: another Longhorn big with high upside in the league.

Miles “Deuce” McBride: a tough lead guard w/ useful skill on both ends of the floor.

DaQuan Jeffries: dynamic athletic threat discovering his true niche in the league.

Precious Achiuwa is a gifted, two-way big on the rise to Toronto.

A 7’0 German pivot, Isaiah Hartenstein is a former G League MVP who’s found a steady role in the league.

Shake Milton is a big, versatile guard with sheer size & scoring potential as his standout attributes.

Oklahoma’s own Lindy Waters III: undrafted forward w/ a scientific jumper.

Maryland’s Aaron Wiggins: notable athlete w/ improving finesse on the perimeter.

Isaiah Joe: deadly outside shooter (at two-guard): one of the game’s best marksmen at 45!%.

Kenrich Williams bet on himself: turned down late 2nd-round offers & 2Way deals to earn full-time NBA spot.

Well-rounded attack, though Goga doesn’t shy away from tendencies you’d see in a traditional big.

Auburn’s Chuma Okeke: strong defender, multi-faceted, 6’8 forward.

Admiral Schofield’s a tough forward w/ translatable strength & a long-range game.

A 6'10 wing, Orlando's Jonathan Isaac is a jolt in the lineup when available.

KJ Martin: ridiculously athletic forward whose specialty is elite transition finishing.

Paul Reed is a bit overlooked: active, hybrid big w/ some inside-out scoring - consistently has the upper hand in terms of a speed + athleticism advantage.

Mo Bamba has made tremendous strides as a two-way 5.

Cameron Payne: swift, lefty PG w/ nice playmaking ability - has emerged as a steady, second unit point.

Fast-talking-gunslingin’-guard Buddy Hield is a high-volume scorer from beyond the arc.

Ish Wainwright: an experienced, utility forward (undrafted) outta Baylor.

Udoka Azubuike’s a massive presence on the interior - great athlete w/ an active motor & long wingspan.

Saben Lee’s game is conducive to high-level play.

Bol Bol is a unique, new wave 7-footer.

Nassir Little was a steal w/ the 25th pick in 2019 - solid, everyday forward.

Damion Lee: a scoring wing w/ good athleticism and a reliable jumper.

Royce O’Neale: an all-around wing who trends towards defense & hustle.

Grayson Allen provides spot-up shooting & transition finishing in the league.

Josh Okogie is a defensive wing w/ excellent length, anticipation & intangibles.

Dalano Banton’s a diamond in the rough: second-round prospect with great playmaking potential.

A one & done player at UCLA, Moses Brown’s been developing in the pros instead of college.

Matisse Thybulle is one of the league’s toughest wing defenders.

It didn’t take long for Chris Duarte to make an imprint in the league - versatile, 6’6 shooting guard w/ a measured approach to the game.

Nicknamed “Off-Night,” Davion Mitchell never gives his man any sort of break on the defensive end.

Pepperdine’s Kessler Edwards fills a need in the NBA - energetic 3&D wing w/ bounce.

1/2 of SA’s youthful (backcourt), scoring duo, Malaki Branham’s an impressive, 6’5 scorer/playmaker - trouble for the opposition offensively - quick “push” shot that isn’t swayed by a tough close out.

1/2 of SA’s youthful, (backcourt) scoring duo, Blake Wesley’s a gifted guard prospect who can explode to the hole and find pull-up jumpers after utilizing his handle.

Charles Bassey’s a powerful, 6’11 C w/ a dominant, two-way framework.

Sandro Mamukelashvili: multi-talented lefty big w/ inside-out touch.

Devonte’ Graham: strong ball-handler w/ crafty hesitation moves & crossovers, able to navigate around defenders to create action.

Jordan Nwora: do-it-all forward w/ an interesting offensive arsenal.

Chris Boucher’s a two-way hybrid big: stretches the floor & excels as a shot-blocker.

Jalen McDaniels: slender forward w/ easy athleticism - pretty solid perimeter game, provides plenty of intangibles.

Former Georgetown center Ömer Yurtseven reinvented himself after leaving college, is settling into a role as a productive rebounder & interior scorer.

There’s a lot of reasonable excitement for Kira Lewis Jr. - all-around PG w/ a high-level play style.

Talen Horton-Tucker: a deceptively explosive wing w/ a strong build/great wingspan.

Kris Dunn’s a strong defender w/ a keen sense to create.

Johnny Davis: decorated college player, starred at Wisconsin & racked up a ton of accolades during his final season w/ the Badgers.

Jared Butler: 2021 National Champ & Final Four Most Outstanding Player - possesses great leadership qualities at point.

Anthony Gill: 6’8 forward w/ a ton of basketball experience.

Landry Shamet is on point from long range: catch and shoot, spot-ups, off picks...you name it.

Marvin Bagley III is a quick, springy lefty who moves like a small forward.

A hyperactive big, Richaun Holmes has an interesting game: able to face up, very capable near the rim - unheralded talent.