The NBA ended nine days ago but it’s already time to look ahead toward the 2021-2022 season.
First up, the NBA Draft. Thursday will be a milestone night for Cameron Thomas and (hopefully) Trendon Watford and Javonte Smart. Thomas will certainly hear his name called, the only question is when. Some sites, like The Ringer, have Thomas as high as the No. 8 prospect in the class. Others, like SB Nation, have Thomas going in the mid-to late 20s.
As I wrote earlier in the month, I’m really high on Thomas and think he can raise the ceiling of a team—provided he goes to the right franchise like Golden State, Utah, or Philadelphia.