NBA draft prospect breakdown: Malik Monk's explosiveness and scoring ability have people drooling

/ LEXINGTON, KY - FEBRUARY 28: Malik Monk #5 of the Kentucky Wildcats dribbles the ball against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena on February 28, 2017 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) Andy Lyons/Getty ImagesThe Mavericks have the No. 9 pick in the NBA draft (June 22). This is the eighth in a series breaking down the top prospects.

Malik Monk

Guard, Kentucky: 6-4, 197 pounds

Stats for freshman season: 19.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists. Also shot 39.7-percent from 3-point range and 82.2-percent from the line in 32.2 minutes per game (38 games).

College career: He showed explosive scoring ability, both from the perimeter and being able to finish above the rim.…