If any team is right for Branden Dawson, it’s the one nicknamed ‘Lob City.’
Before the Los Angeles Clippers acquired Dawson by obtaining the 56th pick from the New Orleans Pelicans in June’s NBA Draft, the former Michigan State forward’s chances of being selected were unknown to most – including him. Some reporters listed him somewhere in the second round, while others predicted that all teams would pass and he would go undrafted.
Generally, comparing draft prospects’ skills with team needs is saved for players expected to be picked in the first round.