LSU's Ben Simmons and Duke's Brandon Ingram have sat atop NBA draft boards for months. They've separated themselves with flashes of potential and production to match exciting upside.
Chances are, whoever doesn't go No. 1 will end up No. 2 in what could be a stress-free decision for the Los Angeles Lakers. It's the Philadelphia 76ers who have pressure to make the right call.
On a positive note, neither prospect poses much risk, making this a likely win-win outcome for Philadelphia and L.A.
But with the first pick in the draft, the Sixers can't afford to get it wrong, given years of losing and uncertainty tied to Nerlens Noel (No. 6, 2013; acquired from New Orleans Pelicans via trade), Joel Embiid (No. 3, 2014) and Jahlil Okafor (No. 3, 2015).
Physical Tools/Athleticism
Ingram
Ingram's physical tools and athleticism prompt excitement and raise some concerns.
On one hand, the only current NBA wings with longer arms include Kevin Durant, Marvin Williams and Al-Farouq Aminu, according to DraftExpress' database. Rudy Gay and Kawh ...
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