A recent batch of NBA Mock Drafts show that experts believe that the Trail Blazers will look to perimeter-centric players once the offseason arrives. With Jusuf Nurkic and Zach Collins set to bounce back from injuries in the 2020-21 season, Portland’s perceived intentions shouldn’t come as a shock.
Yahoo Sports analyst Krysten Peek has the Blazers selecting Villanova standout Saddiq Bey with the No. 14 pick. Peek explained Bey’s sturdy sophomore season with the Wildcats makes him a safe selection in the middle of the first round.
Villanova could have made a deep run in the NCAA tournament this year and Bey was emerging as the star player for the Wildcats.