After years with favorable odds in the lottery, the Philadelphia 76ers finally struck gold, winning the top overall pick in this year's draft. Now, the real questions begin.
ESPN Insider Chad Ford attempted to answer all of the various draft questions with his latest mock draft. Below, we'll take a look at those selections and break down some of his more intriguing projections.
1. Sixers Select Ben Simmons
Without question, the Philadelphia 76ers selecting No. 1 overall offers the most compelling question of the entire draft: Do they take LSU's Ben Simmons or Duke's Brandon Ingram?
Each player can make a strong case to be the top pick.
Simmons is a fantastic athlete who already has a filled-out frame and a diverse set of skills. He is excellent at getting to the rim and finishing. He's a phenomenal distributor and playmaker for a big man, and he is a good rebounder. He'll likely be a point forward at the next level, and the offense will go through him.
Ingram, meanwhile, is the better pure scorer and already has an excellent stroke from range. He has a fan ...
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Chad Ford NBA Mock Draft 2016: Notable Picks from ESPN Guru’s 7th Mock
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