Number 8 overall – Nik Stauskas
Height: 6’6″
Position: Shooting guard
College: Michigan
College stats: 17.5ppg, 3.1rpg, 3.3apg, 47.6FG%, 0.3bpg
This seems high at number eight but he is probably the best shooter in this draft, he has ridiculous range and can shoot from the midrange as well.
More than just catch-and-shoot, he can put the ball on the floor a little to create a shot for himself (although how well he does that against faster NBA defenders remains to be seen).
The Kings need someone who can space the floor and create a little extra room for DeMarcus Cousins inside, although last year the Kings picked Ben McLemore to be that guy (not sure how they fit together).
There are serious questions about his defense — he’s not quick laterally, not long and he’s going to be matched up on athletic freaks at the two guard spot. His improvement at that end of the floor determines his playing time and longevity in the league.
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