The Atlanta Hawks came out of the draft lottery with the #3 pick in next month's draft and all the talk that surrounding their next future star. They're a lot of ways to go with this pick but since Atlanta has 3 1st rounders they should take the best available. I'm going to put my vote in for Marvin Bagley III out of Duke University and I'll give you my thoughts on why I like Bagley as Atlanta 1st pick of the first round.
Marvin Bagley's versatility could make some teams forget about DeAndre Ayton because he can score inside (61%) and from the perimeter (39%) which could make him dangerous at the next level. Al Horford was the last versatile Power Forward to play in a Hawks uniform but Bagley could have a bigger impact. His presence on the offense glass could help his production. He is a walking double-double machine (21 points 11 rebounds as a freshman) which adds you his value.
Bagley is an athletic stretch 4 that could play Center and both Forward positions, which means he could play in any line up coach Pierce puts on the floor. He is not a true shot blocker but his lateral quickness would help him become effective on the defensive end until he develops on that end of the floor.
Atlanta could get the most out of him at the 4 spot because of his explosiveness around the rim scoring and rebounding (21 points, 11 rebounds at Duke). Bagley and 2nd year player John Collins are young and will have to continue to work on their jump shot but could make the Hawks dangerous in the open floor, which will give the Hawks something to look forward to down the road.
I'm just going to sum up Bagley III as the perfect blend of athleticism, confidence and skill set to be a top tier player at the next level. Atlanta will just have to add talent around him that best suits his game for it to come together perfectly.
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