NBA Draft Roundtable: Worst Pick the Mavericks Could Make?

By Kohl Rast

Jun 21, 2017

Mar 23, 2017; San Jose, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Lauri Markkanen (10) drives the ball past Xavier Musketeers forward Tyrique Jones (0) during the second period in the semifinals of the West Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Xavier Musketeers defeated the Arizona Wildcats 73-71. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 23, 2017; San Jose, CA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Zach Collins (32) is defended by West Virginia Mountaineers forward Sagaba Konate (50) and forward Nathan Adrian (11) during the first half in the semifinals of the West Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports /

Zach Collins

“There have been projected top-10 picks for the Mavs in the past that had Zach Collins coming to the Mavs at 9. I think that would be a terrible mistake. I think Collins has potential and could be a great player. However, the Mavs already seem committed to Noel and it would be a shame to reduce his time on the floor to allow Collins to play. I also do not think to put Collins and Noel together on the court makes much sense to me either.” –Mihajlo Knezevic

“Markkanen will be a popular pick here, but I’m going with Collins. I do believe he can fit in the league despite the leaning towards small ball, but with a looming deal with Nerlens Noel, I’m not on board with Collins in Dallas. I want a player that has starting potential over the next year or two and Collins wouldn’t give that with Noel.” –Isaac Harris

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