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LA Clippers: “Re-Drafting” the 2018 Lottery

By Ryan Snellings

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 21: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver poses with (L-R) Donte DiVincenzo, Jerome Robinson, Mikal Bridges, Kevin Knox, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Wendell Carter Jr., Collin Sexton, Marvin Bagley III, Trae Young, Deandre Ayton, Luka Doncic, Miles Bridges, Michael Porter Jr., Lonnie Walker IV, Jaren Jackson, Aaron Holiday, Chandler Hutchison and Zhaire Smith pose for a photo before the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 21, 2018 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 21: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver poses with (L-R) Donte DiVincenzo, Jerome Robinson, Mikal Bridges, Kevin Knox, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Wendell Carter Jr., Collin Sexton, Marvin Bagley III, Trae Young, Deandre Ayton, Luka Doncic, Miles Bridges, Michael Porter Jr., Lonnie Walker IV, Jaren Jackson, Aaron Holiday, Chandler Hutchison and Zhaire Smith pose for a photo before the 2018 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on June 21, 2018 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images) /
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SACRAMENTO, CA – APRIL 7: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on April 7, 2019 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)
SACRAMENTO, CA – APRIL 7: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans on April 7, 2019 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) /

9. Mikal Bridges – SF

2018-19 Stats: 8.3 PTS, 43% FG, 3.2 REB, 2.1 AST 1.5 STL, 0.5 BLK

Much like Huerter, Mikal Bridges is the “other” rookie on his respective team. He was taken in the top ten by the 76ers, but then traded to Phoenix. The 6’7″ small forward won’t be a star or likely even a household name, but he showed why he was worth being a top-10 pick this season.

Bridges seems like the perfect role player. In this day and age, everyone wants their team to hit home-runs with draft picks (especially teams like Phoenix who are years away from winning), but getting someone like Bridges is necessary too.

He’s a capable defender and isn’t a horrible shooter from deep (34% from three on 3.8 attempts). Bridges understands his role and will be comfortable there as both Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton continue to develop.

8. Marvin Bagley III – PF

2018-19 Stats: 14.9 PTS, 50% FG, 7.6 REB, 1.0 AST, 1.0 BLK

As the second overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, seeing Marvin Bagley III ranked at eight may make it seem like I think he’s a bust. He is far from that and his position here is just a testament to how good this draft class ended up being.

Bagley, as expected, is no slouch on the offensive end of the floor. He shot just barely over 50% from the field and even showed signs of a three ball. It’s the defensive end that he still needs to improve on.

The Ringer has a great breakdown of his game, so I’ll let them handle the bulk of this:

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