2024 NBA Mock Draft: Complete Round 2 Predictions
June 27, 20242024 NBA Mock Draft: Complete Round 2 Predictions
Only three players projected in Bleacher Report's first round were left over for Thursday's second round.
Kansas' Johnny Furphy, Marquette's Tyler Kolek and San Francisco's Jonathan Mogbo will be forced to wait an extra day to get drafted. On the other hand, AJ Johnson, Dillon Jones and Terrence Shannon Jr. can start their NBA careers a day earlier than we predicted.
Bronny James is still on the board, and all eyes will be on whether a team picks him before No. 55, where the Los Angeles Lakers will pick again.
Some of the analysis is repeated from our final two-round mock draft published on June 26.
31. Toronto Raptors (via Pistons): Adem Bona
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 31
School/team: UCLA
Position: C
Size: 6'8", 243 lbs
Age: 21, Sophomore
Nationality: Turkish/Nigerian
Pro comparison: Daniel Gafford
Adem Bona measured a 7'4" wingspan, tied for the highest standing vertical, and then showcased that length and athleticism on big finishes and blocks during scrimmages.
The extra scoring this year at UCLA won't do much for his stock. But he still has the tools, motor, feet and leaping ability to continue making plays around the rim at both ends.
32. Utah Jazz (via Wizards): Johnny Furphy
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 27
Team: Kansas
Position: SF
Size: 6'8", 189 lbs
Age/Year: 19, Freshman
Nationality: Australian
Pro Comparison: Cam Johnson
Johnny Furphy's fairly simplistic and translatable combination of positional size, shooting and play-finishing could have been enough for a team in the 20s.
But his athletic-test results were disappointing at the combine, and a 189-pound frame at his size suggests he's at least a year from being physically ready for NBA minutes.
33. Milwaukee Bucks (via Blazers): Tyler Kolek
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 25
Team: Marquette
Position: PG
Size: 6'1", 197 lbs
Age/Year: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Jason Preston
Underwhelming measurements (6'1", 6'3" wingspan) and athletic testing will make teams view Tyler Kolek as a backup. But he'll still draw plenty of interest, particularly from playoff teams that will see a guard who can instantly provide pick-and-roll offense, spot-up shooting and toughness.
34. Portland Trail Blazers (via Hornets): Kyle Filipowski
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 32
Team: Duke
Position: PF/C
Size: 6'11", 230 lbs
Age/Year: 20, Sophomore
Nationality: American
Pro Comparison: Moritz Wagner
Measurements and athletic testing results from the NBA combine didn't do Kyle Filipowski any favors. With shoes on, (6'10.75" in socks), he'll wind up with a negative wingspan (6'10.5"). And he finished in the bottom half of the foot speed and leaping tests.
His draft stock has mostly remained unchanged for the past few months, though pre-draft risers pushed him down boards. His shooting range, post skill, improved finishing and passing and defensive mobility create versatility teams should covet.
While he doesn't project as a top option like he was at Duke, he checks the right complementary boxes to make a quick transition to a supporting stretch 4 or 5 role.
Filipowski enters Round 2 as our No. 1 overall prospect left on the board.
35. San Antonio Spurs: Jonathan Mogbo
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 30
School/team: San Francisco
Position: PF
Size: 6'6", 217 lbs
Age: 22, Junior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Kenneth Faried
Jonathan Mogbo helped his stock in Chicago, showing how he can fit without a jumper at just 6'6" in socks. He plays much bigger than his measurements around the basket. But he also showed how well he can handle in the open floor and process quickly as a passer.
The tools/athleticism for scoring around the basket and playmaking ability create a unique archetype that teams will target early in the second round.
36. Indiana Pacers (via Raptors): Tyler Smith
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 33
Team: Ignite
Position: PF
Size: 6'9", 224 lbs
Age: 19
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Channing Frye
Tyler Smith didn't shoot as well at the combine as the Ignite highlights and numbers suggest he could. He was also left off the green-room list, which explains why he fell to the second round.
Shotmaking is the main draw to Smith, who measured 6'9" with a 7'1" wingspan.
Limited evidence of him putting the ball down may keep teams from seeing paths to upside. Regardless, there will be interest in a stretch big with strong tools and athleticism for play-finishing around the basket.
Smith enters Round 2 as the No. 2 prospect on our top available prospects Big Board.
37. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Grizzlies) Bobi Klintman
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 37
Team: Cairns Taipans
Position: SF/PF
Size: 6'9", 212 lbs
Age: 21
Nationality: Swedish
Pro Comparison: De'Andre Hunter
Bobi Klintman left NBA combine week as a classic fringe first-rounder—interesting enough to go in the 20s to a team that loves the big-wing archetype and two-way versatility, but not sharp enough in any one area for teams to confidently project what strengths/skills will translate.
He looked comfortable shooting in Chicago, and teams that ultimately buy his three-ball carrying over and improving will interest Klintman early in the second round.
38. New York Knicks (via Jazz): Antonio Reeves
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 38
School/Team: Kentucky
Position: SG
Size: 6'5", 187 lbs
Age/Year: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Alec Burks
Antonio Reeves looked like the same scoring weapon during scrimmages that he was at Kentucky. He's clearly one of the class' top shotmakers who also has a good feel for how to get himself those catch-and-shoot, pull-up and floater chances within an offense's flow.
Age and athletic limitations won't feel alarming enough for teams to keep passing on him in the second round.
39. Memphis Grizzlies (via Nets): Cam Christie
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 36
School/team: Minnesota
Position: SG
Size: 6'5", 190 lbs
Age: 18, Freshman
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Allen Crabbe
Cam Christie had a quiet NBA combine after choosing to skip scrimmaging.
There is a lens that some scouts can look through and see upside based on his age, size, shotmaking and passing flashes. But he's being seen as a project who'll spend next year in the G League, regardless of where he's drafted.
40. Portland Trail Blazers (via Hawks): Juan Nunez
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 35
School/team: Ratiopharm Ulm
Position: PG
Size: 6'3", 180 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: Spain
Pro comparison: Facundo Campazzo
Juan Nunez kept his name in the draft at the deadline, a potential sign he may have some assurance about getting picked. NBA teams will have him on their radar for his crafty playmaking and elite passing skills. His modest improvement as a shooter has been promising, but he'll draw looks for his ability to set up teammates and make plays with his dribble.
41. Philadelphia 76ers (via Bulls): Kevin McCullar
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 39
School/team: Kansas
Position: SG/SF
Size: 6'5", 206 lbs
Age: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Josh Hart
Kevin McCullar Jr. continues to sit with a knee injury that kept him out of the NCAA tournament. He skipped drills, athletic testing and scrimmages at the combine, though it was unlikely scouts would learn anything new about the 23-year-old who attended the same event last year.
The Jayhawks ultimately looked like a different team without him, which speaks to his impact and wide-ranging contributions getting Kansas into offense, finishing plays, making shots and defending opponents' top wings.
Scouts buy his versatility and defense for a supporting NBA role, though he'll have to avoid any medical-report concerns.
42. Charlotte Hornets (via Rockets): Enrique Freeman
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 40
School/team: Akron
Position: PF
Size: 6'7", 212 lbs
Age/Year: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Joel Bolomboy
The biggest riser of the predraft process so far, Enrique Freeman turned his Portsmouth Invitational play into a G League Elite Camp invite, where he earned a call-up to the NBA combine.
He wound up being one of the most productive players during scrimmages against projected second-round picks, impressing with his shooting range, post skill, finishing activity and rebounding.
Scouts believe he got himself drafted in Chicago. A second-round team will be willing to bet on his versatility, production at Akron and the story of a former walk-on.
43. Miami Heat: Jamal Shead
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 43
School/team: Houston
Position: PG
Size: 6'0", 201 lbs
Age: 21, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Jevon Carter
Jamal Shead combined for 27 points and 10 assists in the two combine scrimmages, delivering the signature rim pressure, defensive toughness and playmaking we saw at Houston.
Questions about his height and shooting limited his first-round interest, but there are sure to be teams that see second-round value based on the likelihood that his physical driving, passing instincts and relentless ball pressure translate.
44. Houston Rockets (via Warriors): Keshad Johnson
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 44
School/Team: Arizona
Position: SF/PF
Age/Year: 23, Senior
Size: 6'6", 224 lbs
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Robert Covington
Keshad Johnson popped numerous times in Chicago during scrimmages with his shooting, defensive playmaking and foot speed around the perimeter. He also tied for the highest max vertical at 42 inches, and he measured two of the biggest hands at the combine.
Interesting physical tools, athleticism, movement and shotmaking development should earn Johnson plenty of workouts and second-round consideration.
45. Sacramento Kings: KJ Simpson
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 45
School: Colorado
Nationality: American
Position: Guard
Size: 6'0", 187 lbs
Age/Year: 21, Junior
Pro comparison: Cole Anthony
KJ Simpson backed up his big stat lines at Colorado with a handful of blow-by drives, tough finishes and shotmaking during NBA combine scrimmages.
He also got up for a 40.5-inch max vertical, which could help make up for the fact that he only measured 6'0" without shoes.
Production, creation skill, touch, range, energy and confidence could sway a team to look past his underwhelming measurements.
46. Los Angeles Clippers (via Pacers): Jaylen Wells
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 44
School/team: Washington State
Position: SF
Size: 6'7", 206 lbs
Age: 20, Junior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Duncan Robinson
From Division II to Washington State and the NBA combine, Jaylen Wells has become a second-round name for teams to consider.
Scouts have started to picture a shot-making specialist with his wing size and outstanding spot-up and pull-up shooting accuracy.
47. Orlando Magic: Ajay Mitchell
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 48
School/team: UC Santa Barbara
Position: PG
Size: 6'3", 187 lbs
Age: 22, Junior
Nationality: Belgian
Pro comparison: Andrew Nembhard
The most impressive plays at the combine from Ajay Mitchell highlighted his playmaking, which was good to see considering he's more known for scoring.
Scouts still have too many questions about his shooting and quickness/burst to give a first-round grade. But he should be on plenty of second-round boards for teams that could use another ball-handler and extra creation.
48. San Antonio Spurs (via Lakers): Pelle Larsson
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 46
School/Team: Arizona
Position: SF
Size: 6'5", 212 lbs
Age/Year: 23, Senior
Nationality: Swedish
Pro comparison: Christian Braun
Pelle Larsson's impressive frame and versatility stood out more than his scoring at the combine. His game feels very adaptable to the NBA, even if he's missing one specialty skill.
Teams should see a high-floor second-round pick who can make plays out of pick-and-rolls, threaten as a catch-and-shoot weapon and generally make the right plays within an offense.
49. Indiana Pacers (via Cavaliers): Harrison Ingram
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 49
School/team: North Carolina
Position: SF/PF
Size: 6'5", 234 lbs
Age: 21, Junior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Naji Marshall
Harrison Ingram showed off his shot-making in one scrimmage and passing with six assists in the other game. He's earned fans with his connector skill set and strength and 7'0" wingspan for rebounding and defensive activity.
Scouts don't see a likely first-round pick, with questions about his burst for blowing by or explosion at the rim. But his two-way versatility and maturity are strong enough draws to earn consideration in the 30s.
50. Indiana Pacers (via Pelicans): Justin Edwards
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 50
School/Team: Kentucky
Position: SF
Size: 6'6", 209 lbs
Age/Year: 20, Freshman
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: James Young
Justin Edwards hit mid-range jumpers and a step-back three in the combine's opening scrimmage before missing his outside shots and struggling in the second scrimmage.
He isn't advanced enough in any one offensive area for teams to have confidently drafted him with a first-round pick. He'll remain in the second-round conversation for teams willing to bet on shot-making improvement to complement his athleticism and defensive tools.
51. New York Knicks (via Wizards): Melvin Ajinça
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 51
Team/nationality: Saint-Quentin
Position: SG/SF
Size: 6'7"
Age: 20
Nationality: French
Pro comparison: Evan Fournier
Melvin Ajinça met with teams in Treviso after missing the NBA combine for the LNB Pro A playoffs.
His shotmaking has been a draw since FIBA over the summer. Teams will be trying to decide if he's a sharp enough shooter to compensate for his lack of creation and quickness.
52. Golden State Warriors (via Bucks): Oso Ighodaro
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 52
Team: Marquette
Position: PF/C
Size: 6'10", 222 lbs
Age/Year: 21, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro Comparison: Brandon Clarke
On a positive note, Oso Ighodaro tied for the highest standing vertical at the combine (35") and was able to showcase the handle and passing that separates him from bigs. But he also measured just a 6'11" wingspan, easily the shortest among projected centers.
No shooting range and questionable tools for rim protection could raise some red flags, but teams could see a place for his playmaking, signature touch shots and play-finishing from his position.
53. Detroit Pistons (via Knicks): Nikola Djurisic
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 53
School/team: Mega MIS
Position: SF
Size: 6'7", 209 lbs
Age: 20
Nationality: Belgian/Serbian
Pro comparison: Deni Avdija
After playing well at the NBA combine, Nikola Djurisic won MVP at Eurocamp. It looked easy for him against younger competition, though he had some difficulty getting good looks in the championship game against a more competitive roster.
His positional size, shotmaking and passing should result in plenty of second-round interest.
54. Boston Celtics (via Mavericks): PJ Hall
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 54
Team: Clemson
Position: PF/C
Size: 6'8", 240 lbs
Age: 22, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Jeremiah Robinson-Earl
PJ Hall didn't scrimmage in Chicago after participating last year. There is ultimately enough game film of the senior playing against NBA-caliber bigs from the ACC.
Hall will have had to sell teams on his shooting during workouts, but he's consistently improved his range. And between his physical profile and fundamentals around the post, his post scoring feels translatable.
55. Los Angeles Lakers (via Clippers): Bronny James
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 55
School/team: USC
Position: SG
Size: 6'2", 210 lbs
Age: 19, Freshman
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Miles McBride
Rival teams sound uncertain about Bronny James' chances of getting drafted, though the Los Angeles Lakers remain the popular guess as to his most likely destination.
If he's still on the board deep into the second round, L.A.'s front office could feel pressure to select him since it's essentially a risk-free pick that late. Passing on him at No. 55 would signal to LeBron how little the team thinks of Bronny.
James impressed with his shooting at the NBA combine, while his defensive quickness popped at USC. Though he'd likely spend next year earning G League reps and the South Bay Lakers' extra attention, his shotmaking, foot speed and IQ do create a viable three-and-D archetype and long-term path to NBA success.
His draft stock and debated potential have become some of the most unique and tricky storylines of the modern NBA draft era.
56. Phoenix Suns (via Nuggets): Tristen Newton
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 56
School/team: Connecticut
Position: PG
Size: 6'3", 192 lbs
Age: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Terance Mann
Tristen Newton surprised scouts when he opted to skip scrimmaging. Teams should ultimately have a confident feel for the 23-year-old's game, which played a key role during Connecticut's repeat championships.
Newton should draw second-round interest and two-way offers from teams who see a Swiss army knife guard who can make plays for teammates, knock down shots and adapt to different roles and situations.
57. Memphis Grizzlies (via Thunder): Isaac Jones
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 57
School/team: Washington State
Position: PF
Size: 6'8", 235 lbs
Age: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Precious Achiuwa
The clear standout at the Portsmouth Invitational, Isaac Jones moved his way up to G League Elite Camp and the NBA combine.
His pitch to teams is built around his ability to guard bigs and wings and make plays with his athleticism and motor. But he also flashed enough post skill and shooting potential to possibly provide some complementary offense.
58. Dallas Mavericks (via Celtics): Boogie Ellis
Final 2-Round Mock Draft Spot: No. 58
School/team: USC
Position: SG
Size: 6'1", 185 lbs
Age: 23, Senior
Nationality: American
Pro comparison: Isaiah Joe
After making 313 career threes, Boogie Ellis shot well at the combine. Late second-round teams will make two-way contract offers for a proven shooter who can also handle the ball.