LSU’s Ben Simmons is considered to be the presumptive first overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft, though the race isn’t a runaway. Duke’s Brandon Ingram is hot on his heels and has already surpassed the versatile Australian on some draft boards.
Rumors persist that Simmons, a lifelong Lakers fan, would prefer to fall to the second pick so he can play in Los Angeles. However, he’s also doing what he can to assure NBA teams that he will be as prepared as possible to start his new life in the top basketball league in the world.