The strongest position in the 2015 NBA draft is point guard. There are arguably four players who could step in and start for an NBA team as rookies and at least seven worthy of first-round consideration.
While not as strong as the crop at the point, the shooting guards are a fairly good group as well. The focus of the text in this mock is on the top guards in the draft. The top two will be highlighted in the table, and a closer look at each is offered below.
D'Angelo Russell
Of every player in the 2015 NBA draft, D'Angelo Russell has the most superstar potential. Russell isn't the most dynamic athlete, but he does possess elite ball-handling, passing and shooting skills.
Those skills manifested into per-game averages of 19.3 points, 5.7 rebounds and five assists as a freshman for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Beyond the many tangible qualities Russell possesses, he also has the confidence and leadership necessary to be a great pro.
His game is similar to former Portland Trail Blazers star Brandon Roy—but Russell has even better vision and pl ...
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