Although we now know who will pick where in the 2024 NBA Draft, we won’t know who picks whom until — well, draft night. Unlike last year, there is no clear cut favorite or even top three or four, making this one of the more entertaining buildups to a draft. It’s even more intriguing for the Spurs, who, barring a trade, will be picking twice in the top 10 at 4th and 8th (via the Raptors), so I thought it would be fun to look at some post-lottery mock drafts to see who others feel the Spurs will select.
The selections vary just as wildly as expected, but most seem to agree on at least one thing: the Spurs need another point guard. Let us know what you think about these selections and who you would pick in the comments below! (A couple of notable names that did not get tied to the Spurs are Zaccharie Risacher and Reed Sheppard, but of course that doesn’t mean anything.)
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4. Rob Dillingham (guard, Kentucky) — “Dillingham’s shiftiness in the backcourt would provide a stark contrast alongside Victor Wembanyama, giving the Spurs a potentially fascinating two-man combination that defenses can’t switch against. But after also landing the eighth pick courtesy of the Raptors, perhaps the Spurs could attempt to move up for their dream target or swing a trade for a proven player.”
8. Cody Williams (Wing, Colorado) — “Williams didn’t pop the way many hoped as a freshman at Colorado, but he still provides a rare blend of size, fluidity, and scoring upside. He could fit perfectly next to Wembanyama and Dillingham, giving the Spurs a tremendous young trio. And you can’t forget Jeremy Sochan or Devin Vassell, either. San Antonio would have a potentially deadly five-man lineup.”
4. Ron Holland (forward, G League Ignite) — “The G League Ignite had such a miserable season that the NBA shut down the entire program. The nightmare context of the team’s season makes evaluating their top prospects even more challenging, and no one is more representative of that than Ron Holland. Holland entered this draft cycle last summer as the potential No. 1 overall pick in the class, but his turnover issues, inefficient scoring, and outsized role now have some wondering if he’s even a top-10 pick. I think that’s overthinking it: Holland is still a big 6’8 wing with high-level speed and leaping, a motor that never stops running, and some untapped playmaking potential. Holland is at his best offensively by getting downhill and attacking the basket with force. He can jump higher and hang in the air longer than his opponents, and also has no issues playing through contact. His jump shot remains a major work in progress (23.7 percent from three on 97 attempts), and his decision-making off the dribble can be problematic, too (93 turnovers to 90 assists). Holland should have an easier transition defensively. He’s quick enough on his feet getting around screens to handle wing stopper duties, he’s strong enough to provide resistance as the low man, and he has a knack for grabbing 50/50 balls. Holland will need to fix his jump shot to warrant a pick this early in the draft, but his physical gifts, relentless mentality, and youth (he doesn’t turn 19 until July 7) still makes him a top prospect.”