Sir Charles In Charge

● By Michael Saenz

Accuracy: 18.99%57th Place
With the 2022 NBA Draft less than two days away, this is the time when teams, especially those selecting at the top, are beginning to settle in on selections or preferences. After weeks upon months of smoke or fire, the truth is going to begin to rise. One thing we do know about this draft, however, is that the top three selections will be Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren, and Paolo Banchero – in some order. And the Orlando Magic, who hold the No. 1 overall pick, will be able to dictate how that all begins. So, here it is. Our final lottery predictions for this year’s NBA Draft. We know who the top three will be, but that’s when the draft could get fun. After months of speculation, here is going to be my best prediction on what will happen on draft night – sans trades.

Top Players Not Included

These players appear in the top 14 of our

Consensus Big Board

, but do not show up in this mock.