ESPN has a new mock draft up, and it has the Clippers selecting Michael Porter Jr at 12. The divisive forward from Missouri is apparently falling in the draft, as teams are scared of his medical history and troubles with both his back and hips. While a talented and athletically gifted player, Porter’s injuries appear to be too significant for teams to ignore.
On one hand, this is good for the Clippers. Most draft pundits have Porter as a top 10 talent in the draft, some as a top 5. Being able to draft him at 12 or 13 could pay off tremendously, and it would be very tough to pass on him in favor of less gifted prospects.