It’s been a busy week for NBA front offices as last week’s lottery finally determined the order of picks in next month’s draft, and simultaneously fueled speculation about potential trades, beginning as early as the second pick.
The subsequent NBA Draft Combine revealed some recent risers, all of which has been reflected in this latest mock draft.
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