The NBA draft discussion is made up of layers that consists of sleepers, breakout players, fringe first-rounders and lottery candidates. But the discussion ultimately begins with the No. 1 overall contenders.
And this year, the favorites are unsurprisingly two freshmen who each scream NBA potential.
LSU forward Ben Simmons has been generating buzz for years. Meanwhile, the rise of Kentucky big man Skal Labissiere occurred mostly over the past year.
Both prospects are expected to make immediate impacts in college and consequently battle for position atop draft boards across the league.
With the spotlight comes the debate we can expect to linger throughout next year.
Simmons versus Labissiere: Who has the edge entering the season?
The Case for Simmons
Simmons is practically one of a kind in terms of style of play for a 6'9½", 229-pounder.
Unparalleled versatility sets him apart. Simmons meshes power forward size and above-the-rim athleticis ...
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Ben Simmons or Skal Labissiere: Who Starts Year as NBA Draft’s No. 1 Prospect?
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